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Stephen Delivers Keynote For Junior Leadership Colleton Graduation

Internationally acclaimed author Steven Peters encourages youth to cast a net to help more students

Students of the Junior Leadership Colleton Class of 2010 took an opportunity to reveal their individual developmental outcomes gained from the program during their graduation ceremony Tuesday night.

Their comments came following an inspirational message from the heart of the evening’s keynote speaker Internationally Acclaimed Author Mr. Steven Peters of the Peters Group. Stevens, accompanied with his wife, daughter and father, took time to share personal stories of success and challenge. He told the students that the higher they go, the more determined they would need to be to remain at that status.

“The higher you go, the faster you can come down,” said Peters. He said that each time he speaks to ranging in number from fifty to ten thousand; he recognizes that his reputation is hinging on his speech.

Peters thanked the parents for making it possible for the students to be prepared to attend the program. He reflected on an experience he had in a similar program as a new school principle early in his career. He mentioned that the most impressionable experience he gained was during the print and television media segment.

“The exposure that you have received in the program this year will not leave you,” Peters said. “But, it will stay with you for the rest of your life.”

Peters took a moment to publicly offer thanks to his father and afterwards he prompted the youth to do the same. Understanding the value of hard work, the value of education, tapping into the resources around you, and gaining insight from family, peers, educators, and civic leaders were four keys he said helped the students achieve success in the program.

Several students offered similar messages of appreciation for the lessons and experiences they shared under the direction of Ms. Lynette Fryar. Colleton Preparatory Academy student Marion Huggins said she gained so much from the program that she has made a decision remain in her community so that she can contribute and work with others to make a difference. Colleton County High School student Tiphany Boyd said she learned a great deal from the Junior Leadership Colleton program and the exposure to local and state resources helped her to select a career path in forensics. Of course, having time off from school and eating great food made the list Andrew Judy had his say. He also talked about how rewarding the overall experience was and how much he learned about our state government. Angelica Kelly said she is sure she wants to do something similar to the role her educators and facilitators have carried out. She said she will pursue teaching.

The Youth Leadership Colleton year for 2009 – 2010 began with Orientation held on October 1, 2009 at the Colleton County Library. Participants are nine students from Colleton County High School and 13 from Colleton Preparatory Academy. Mrs. Margaret Carter serves as advisor for Colleton Preparatory Academy and Mrs. Bridgette Runyon serves as advisor for Colleton County High School.

Judicial Day was held on October 15, 2009, Health and Medical Day was held on November 19, 2009 at Colleton Medical Center, Local Government Day was held on January 7, 2010, State Government Day was held on February 25, 2010, Natural Resources Day was held on March 25, 2010, Education Day was held on April 15, 2010, and Wrap up Day was held on May 13, 2010.

Each time Youth Leadership Colleton met Mr. Bob Guinn, Senior County Extension Agent in Beaufort County taught the group a leadership lesson.

Graduation was held on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. in Bethel United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Mr. Lawton Huggins served as master of ceremonies. Mr. Stephen G. Peters “affectionately known to Colleton County as Stevie” was the keynote speaker. Stevie is the CEO for Peters Group. Fryar stated that she was elated and felt honored to have Stevie to come and speak to Youth Leadership Colleton. Stevie has always been a person with a big heart. Mrs. Lynette Fryar thanked Sheriff George Malone for affording her the opportunity to work with such a great group of students. She thanked Mr. Lawton Huggins and the Colleton Leadership Alumni for their vote of confidence. She thanked the parents for entrusting their children to her. She stated that Youth Leadership Colleton participants become her children for nine months.

Students wishing to participate in the Youth Leadership Colleton Program can secure an application from Mrs. Bridgette Runyon at Colleton County High School or Mrs. Margaret Carter at Colleton Preparatory Academy.

The Youth Leadership Colleton Class of 2010 Graduates are: Sarah O. Adkins, Johshua B. Avant, Joseph Barrett, Tiphany D. Boyd, Jordan L. Breland, Autumn D. Cantor, Diane M. Cook, Benjamin Cody Cope, Judson Tanner Cope, Lauren C. Craven, Caroline E. Hayden, Reed A. Houck, Marian E. Huggins, Labrandia G. Johnson, Andrew Durham Judy, Angelica Kelly, Sarah F. McDonald, Dalton H. Mescia, Jonathan Keith Rizer, Johnathan Lavar Sanders, Elizabeth G. Varn, and Camden S. Wiggins.

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Enough is Enough! Crowd Rallies For End to Public School Cuts

Keynote Speaker Stephen Peters

Columbia, SC (WLTX) – Everyone from students to principals packed the front lawn of the statehouse chanting “enough is enough!” More than a thousand people are hoping lawmakers avoid any additional cuts public school funds in South Carolina.

In the last two years, lawmakers have cut 600 million dollars from public schools in our state.

And right now there’s a house approved budget cutting public education another 104 million dollars.

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Gentlemen and Ladies’ Club College Visit

Members of the Ladies and Gentlemen’s Club  of Augusta, Ga. visited the campuses of Claflin and S.C. State University on Saturday, March  6, 2010. Founder Stephen Peters and his wife Angela greeted the participants early Saturday morning as they eagerly unloaded their school bus onto Claflin’s campus. During the dialogue that took place before the students embarked on their college campus tour, many students credited the Gc and Lc process for helping them make wiser decisions and perform better in school. More importantly, when asked how many of them planned to attend college, 100% responded yes!

The Peters Group would like to thank the leadership and facilitators at Glen Hills Middle School for the excellent job they are doing with both clubs. These students are full of promise and well on their way to fulfilling their dreams and aspirations.

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Annual Education Conference sponsored by The Peters Group

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The Peters Group Foundation sponsors an annual education conference featuring the nation’s best professional developers and trainers. This event provides best-practices to educators from within the United States, U.S. Virgin Islands and Canada.

Angela and I grew up and are both graduates of South Carolina’s schools and were blessed to have such wonderful and dedicated teachers who helped us become who we are today. As a means of giving back, we bring some of the nation’s best trainers in the field of education to Charleston, SC (Wild Dunes Resort) to share their experience and strategies to Capture, Inspire, and Teach a new generation of learners who are distinctly different from those with whom we attended school.

As we attempt to find solutions too many problems we face in public education, we are convinced that there is a way to produce quality schools where all students are valued and engaged in the teaching and learning process. These schools are directed by courageous leaders, dedicated teachers and support staff members who truly understand that failure is not an option for any of our children. The Peters Group Foundation is dedicated to fulfill our mission of leaving “No Child Out” and invites you to join us for what we believe will be an inspiring and motivating two days of substantive learning experiences. We thank you in advance for spreading these experiences far and wide upon your return to your respective cities and states.

Stephen G. Peters

Stay tuned for Conference 2011 information!

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Peters Group Annual Conference a BIG Success!!!

The Peters Group Foundation Annual Conference, according to participants, was “one of the best they’ve ever attended”, as many vowed to return next year to be inspired by Stephen Peters and others like Alfred “Coach” Powell and Dr. Laura Purnell.

This year’s conference added a powerful youth summit  for  Gentlemen and Ladies’ Club members. The focus of this summit for students was Leadership. Many participants were impressed with the Gc and Lc and look forward to implementing their own clubs in their schools.

We look forward to another sell-out crowd next year and thank our staff and every participant in attendance. You were a wonderful audience!

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U.S. Virgin Islands

Addilita Cancryn Jr. High School, led by Mrs. Yvonne Pilgram and her dedicated administrative team hosted Stephen Peters on Friday, January 8, 2010. As Cancryn prepares for their students to return on Monday, January 11th, the Addilita Cancryn’s faculty and staff are excited to utilize “Do You Know Enough About Me to Teach Me?” as an additional tool to Capture, Inspire, and Teach their students. Stephen commented as he left St. Thomas, “I came here to inspire, but leave having been inspired.” Cancryn also host a Ladies and Gentlemen’s Club. We look forward to returning soon!

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Dallas, Texas

Stephen began the new year delivering what audience members considered, “the best in-service training they had ever experienced.” Stephen enjoyed delivering and then, interacting in an all-day workshop format with his energetic and dedicated audience of administrators, teachers, and support staff members from Dallas ISD’s school district. Hosted by Pinkston and Roosevelt High Schools, other elementary and middle schools from Dallas ISD were part of the morning session keynote address.

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Schedule Stephen now for your all day staff training!

Join other districts who are booking Stephen Peters for their full-day staff-development training. The Peters Group has received numerous requests for full-day training and we are excited to be able to offer this opportunity for your schools and staffs to experience Stephen at his best as he interacts with you for a full day of training. Use our web-site form or simply call Angela or Judy to book your date @ (803)516-6097.

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"Choosing to Believe"- Order Your Copies Now!

“Choosing To Believe”- Creating a Framework for School Success will be released on December 15th. The Peters Group has formulated an 8-step framework for schools engaged in the school improvement process. Topics ranging from creating a meaningful mission/vision, assembling an effective team to aligning the belief systems of those team members , from data to action, highlight this explosive book authored by Stephen and Angela Peters. Schools that are continuing to find success in spite of budget cut-backs and the current economic recession are Choosing to Believe their collective efforts, passion and sense of purpose  will prevail.

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O-W Gentlemen and Ladies Shine at Induction

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64 Ladies and 43 Gentlemen were recently inducted into the 2009/2010 Ladies and Gentlemen’s Clubs at Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School in South Carolina. Under the leadership of Principal Gregory McCord and a host of great facilitators, the O-W Gentlemen’s Club obtained “Gold Level” status last year and have now added a Ladies Club this school year. These photos say it all! Congratulations  as we continue to experience your growth.

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