Compiled by Brenda High
The Bully Police E-Book Recommended Speakers
No Copyright
This is the intellectual research of Brenda High Last updated May 2011
Feel free to copy or pass around the information contained in this e- book. As a matter of politeness, please give credit to Brenda High and The Bully Police E-Book as your resource.
NOTE: This e-book is ongoing (never-ending) and I have chosen NOT to number the submissions to this page to make it easier to add to this e-book without constantly making changing to the numbering. To print a speakers’ page, look to the bottom left bar of your PDF file to see what page you are on, thus, where to start and where to finish printing your pages.
If you are a speaker, specializing in an anti bullying speaking format, and would like to be included, email Brenda at [email protected]. As a rule, the content will be edited to fit a one-page synopsis. Updates will be made periodically.
Note: Many of these speakers have written their own biographies at my request. The listings of Recommended Speakers in this e-book does not constitute an endorsement, however, I know most of these individuals personally as most are volunteers for Bully Police USA. I do however, endorse having speakers tell their stories to help students, parents, teachers and administrators understand the importance of creating a civil and safe environment inside our schools. ~Brenda
A logo on the speaker’s page denotes a Bully Police Volunteer
Parry Aftab - NY Kelly Kamish Bakke – WI Mary Bartlett - AL Tony Bartoli - FL Allan Beane - KY Elizabeth Bennett – SC Lisa Ford Berry – CA Mike Bogdanski – CT Allyson A. Bowen – SC Thomas Brown – OH Ann Brownell - CA Joe Bruzzese – CA Fernando Camareno – PR Jay Carter – PA Krystal Chapman – TX Lyle Cogen – NY Paul Coughlin - OR John Dockswell - NY Edward Dragan - NJ Kevin & Tammy Epling – MI Leigh Rachel Faith - CA Lisa Freeman – MI SuEllen Fried – KS Ronna Glickman - NY Libby Graffam – ME Corinne Gregory - WA Joel Haber - NY John Halligan – NY Patrick Harnish – IA Brenda High – WA Catherine Hogan – CT Chris Hollyfield - FL Debbie Johnston – FL Jim Jordan - CANADA Lisa Pescara-Kovach – OH Judy Kuczynski – MN Deb Landry – ME Patrice Lee - MI Ben Leichtling - CO John Linney – TX Trudy Ludwig - OR Suzanne MacKay – VT Heidi Markow – PA David J. Martin - NJ Rande W. Matteson – FL Sam McBride – RI Tami McCandlish – OH Jay McKey - TX Jenny Mischel – VA Sean Mulroney – MO Kathy Noll - PA Jillian Palmieri – NJ Barbara Paris – TX Alexandra Penn – CA/CANADA Rick Phillips - CANADA Fabian Ramirez – TX Sgt. Thomas Rich - NJ Russell Sabella – FL Frank C. Sacco - MA Donald Schwagler – NY Adrianna Sgarlata Hill – VA Douglas Stratemeyer – WA Lorna Stremcha - MT Warren Throckmorton - PA Robin Todd – AZ Stuart W. Twemlow - TX Bonnie Eaker Weil – NY Cyndie Westrich – GA Holly L. Wilson – UT
By State AK AL - Mary Bartlett AR AZ - Robin Todd CA - Lisa Ford Berry - Ann Brownell - Joe Bruzzese - Leigh Rachel Faith Alexandra Penn CO - Ben Leichtling CT - Mike Bogdanski - Catherine Hogan DE FL - Tony Bartoli - Chris Hollyfield - Debbie Johnston Rande W. Matteson - Russell Sabella GA - Cyndie Westrich HI IA - Patrick Harnish ID IL IN KS – SuEllen Fried KY - Allan Beane LA MA - Frank C. Sacco MD ME - Libby Graffam - Deb Landry MI - Kevin & Tammy Epling - Lisa Freeman – Patrice Lee MN - Judy Kuczynski MO - Sean Mulroney MS MT Lorna Stremcha NC ND NE NH NJ - Edward Dragan - David J. Martin - Jillian Palmieri Sgt. Thomas Rich NM NV NY - Parry Aftab - Lyle Cogen - John Dockswell - Ronna Glickman Joel Haber - John Halligan - Donald Schwagler - Bonnie Eaker Weil OH - Thomas Brown - Lisa Pescara-Kovach - Tami McCandlish - OR - Paul Coughlin – Trudy Ludwig PA - Jay Carter - Kathy Noll - Heidi Markow - Warren Throckmorton RI - Sam McBride SC - Elizabeth Bennett - Allyson A. Bowen SD TN TX - Ronna Chapman – Jay McKey - John Linney - Barbara Paris Fabian Ramirez – Stuart W. Twemlow UT - Holly L. Wilson VA - Jenny Mischel - Adrianna Sgarlata Hill VT - Suzanne MacKay WA - Corinne Gregory - Brenda High - Douglas Stratemeyer WI - Kelly Kamish Bakke WV WY DC PR - Fernando Camareno VI CANADA - Jim Jordan - Alexandra Penn - Rick Phillips Parry Aftab, Esq.
New York, USA & International
Parry Aftab is one of the leading experts, worldwide, on cybercrime, Internet privacy and cyber-abuse issues. She is a sought-after speaker, author and resource for media, governmental agencies and business. As one of the founders of the field of cyberlaw, she has helped form law and policy in the United States and around the world.
Called the “leading expert on cyber-crime in the United States,” by the Boston Herald, Ms. Aftab works closely with law enforcement and regulatory agencies, worldwide. She regularly appears on national and international television, in national, international and regional news publications and in both business and mass market publications around the world.
Parry has been called "The Angel of the Internet" for her extensive work in Internet safety and cybercrime and abuse prevention around the world.
Parry can be reached via e-mail at [email protected] (website, http://www.aftab.com), and for time sensitive issues or for media on a deadline, at 201-463-8663 (her U.S. cell phone). Kelly Kamish Bakke
Wisconsin & USA
Kelly is passionate about education, the educational experiences, health and overall well-being of children. By overall well-being, Kelly’s speaking points include: • Character Education • Building Positive Self Esteem in our Children…and Ourselves. • Promoting a Positive and Safe School ‘Culture‘ • Bullycide in America: The Bullying/Suicide Connection • Beyond the Tears: from sorrow to serenity • Social Media in our Schools: Responsible Use vs. Abuse and the Consequences
Kelly created Parent University in an effort to increase parent education on current issues and topics relevant to kids, parenting and families today, (http://www.parentuniversity.org). She shares her story, her journey, in “from sorrow to serenity” and “beyond the tears” (http://www.beyondthetears.net).
Kelly is a Member of the Wisconsin School Public Relations Association (WSPRA); Wisconsin Association of School Boards (WASB); Coach, Destination Imagination; Community Advisory Council. For more information about fees and services – Contact Kelly at 612-961-7960 or by email: [email protected] Dr. Mary L. Bartlett
Alabama & USA Specialty: Suicide Prevention
Dr. Bartlett is the Suicide Prevention and Risk Consultant at Magnolia Creek—a national treatment center for eating disorders in Chelsea, Alabama. She holds a doctorate in Counselor Education from Auburn University and is a nationally certified counselor, a licensed professional counselor, a certified state counseling supervisor, a certified family life educator, and a military family life consultant. Her area of research is suicide, and she speaks internationally on suicide prevention, clinical assessment of suicidality, building resiliency, and various related topics.
She is an authorized trainer for the Suicide Prevention Resource Center and the American Association of Suicidology. Dr. Bartlett is a sought-after speaker at conferences, and is passionate in her commitment to reduce the stigma of suicide, educate communities about suicide prevention, intervention, post intervention, and advocate for those touched by suicide. Website: www.magnolia- creek.com (or) www.drmarybartlett.com
Cell: 205-259-6339 - Office: 205-678-4373 – Email [email protected]
Tony Bartoli
Florida, USA & Canada
Although Tony has Cerebral Palsy, his passion for the subject of Bullying Prevention comes through as he travels across the nation speaking to groups of all sizes and to all grade levels. His longing is to see people stand up and do what is right, especially encouraging friends to come alongside a victim of harassment or being bullied.
Tony holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida.
Best-selling New York Times author and nationally syndicated radio host Dave Ramsey says this about Tony, "Tony has a personal testimony that will motivate, inspire, and challenge your group of youth or adults to overcome obstacles and live a full and meaningful life."
Contact Tony at 321-402-8556 or Visit www.TonyBartoli.com or http://www.tonyb4hope.com/ for more information. Allan L. Beane, Ph.D.
Kentucky, USA & International
Dr. Beane is a former classroom teacher, is an internationally recognized expert, speaker, and author on bullying, as well as a nationally renowned consultant and educator. Allan speaks at school assemblies, does presentations for parents, and trains school personnel. He has over 30 years experience in education that includes teaching special education, teaching regular education (speech and debate), teaching higher education, serving as Director of a School Safety Center, and Vice President of a University.
Dr. Beane’s son was bullied in seventh grade and high school. Bullying contributed to his son’s dying at the age of 23. His son’s life inspired him to write the first book, The Bully Free Classroom™, and to develop the Bully Free™ Program. This book won the 2001 Teacher’s Choice Award given by Learning Magazine and is available in other languages.
Allan can be contacted by email at [email protected] or by phone at 270-227-0431 or 270-293-7376. Bully Free Systems, LLC – www.BullyFree.com
Elizabeth Bennett, M. Ed.
South Carolina, USA & Canada
Elizabeth Bennett is an Adult Survivor of Peer Abuse. She has spoken in over seven states and has been interviewed throughout the US, Canada and even into the UK. Her program is for children, parents, counselors, administrators and anyone in the community. Currently, she is working on gathering data and putting together clinical techniques for healing with Adult Survivors of Peer Abuse. Also, converting her book, Peer Abuse Know More! Bullying from a Psychological Perspective into an e-book.
Elizabeth is listed with Who's Who and has been recognized as one of the Great Women Of The 21st Century by The American Biographical Institute. She is a 1995 graduate of Clemson University with a M. Ed in Guidance and Counseling Services.
Elizabeth is a volunteer with Bully Police USA and serves as the Bully Police USA Survivor Director.
To learn more, please visit www.peerabuse.net or email Elizabeth at [email protected] Lisa Ford Berry
California & USA
Lisa Ford-Berry walked away from a corporate career when her son Michael Joseph Berry took his life on his 17th birthday, Sept 15, 2008, at Mira Loma High School where he shot himself in the boy’s bathroom – a peer abuse driven bullycide.
Lisa now teaches parents, educators, and students how to Stand Up. Stand Out. Stand Firm. Stand B.R.A.V.E. Her passion and her mission is to create awareness that demands accountability, while calling for action. She is the Founder of B.R.A.V.E. Bullies Really ARE Violating Everyone, in honor of her son Michael, and other children who suffer from peer abuse in the form of victim, bystander or bully. Lisa is also the Bully Police California Co-Director.
Lisa has spoken at several universities and colleges in her quest to educate the educators. She has also spoken extensively with law makers, lobbyists, law enforcement, educators, and parents.
To find out more about Lisa, a writer, speaker and consultant please email [email protected], call (916) 903-6627or go to www.BRAVEsociety.org. Mike Bogdanski, M.S.
Connecticut & USA
Mike was a victim of violence as a teenager. Without knowing what low self-esteem meant, Mike was well on his way down the scale. Humiliated, embarrassed, and losing his neighborhood friends after this incident left Mike with a sense of helplessness and sadness.
Since that time… Mike has become a martial arts master holding the prestigious rank of Black belt in various styles. A thirty year veteran in the martial arts he teaches people all over the country the strength of mind and the mental skills of martial arts such as goal setting, courage, and common sense. He is an international competitor and has won two World Cups as recently as 2000.
With a Bachelors degree in psychology and a Masters degree in school counseling he is an authority on the development of human potential and personal life skills.
To find out more about Mike’s Life Skills Program, visit Mike’s website at http://mikebogdanski.com, email him at [email protected] or call Toll free at 860-315-0205. Allyson A. Bowen, LISW-CP
South Carolina, USA & Canada
Allyson is a nationally renowned author, speaker and consultant on relational aggression, cyberbullying, peer abuse, bullying, adolescent behaviors and disorders and peer relationships. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in clinical private practice and is co-owner and director of Turning Point Counseling in West Columbia, SC. She is a member of the International Bullying Prevention Association as well as Bully Police South Carolina’s Legislative Liaison.
Allyson is the author of Livin’ Out Loud: Today’s Girls and Technology a comprehensive curriculum designed to teach girls how to how to live out loud responsibly in the real world and cyber world.
Allyson is a past adjunct professor at Limestone College, South Carolinas largest private accredited institution. She has also worked in the medical field and developed a community outreach program for teen mothers.
Visit Allyson’s website at www.allyson-bowen.com for more information or contact her by phone, 803-360-7071 or email [email protected]. Thomas Brown
Ohio, USA & Canada
Thomas is one of the first people in the United States to take an active stand against school bullying. Since 1991 Thomas has created several dramatic educational films and has traveled throughout the United States and Canada presenting a straightforward and hard-hitting awareness program that powerfully addresses the frequency and severity of school bullying, as well as the terrible and tragic consequences of such behavior.
Thomas Brown’s program has been featured in many educational and national news magazines as well as in published bullying works by other national and international authors and bullying experts.
Once an ongoing victim of terrible verbal and physical peer abuse, Thomas has made it a lifetime goal to see that bullying is no longer regarded as ‘just a part of growing up,’ but for what it is; a terribly painful childhood experience sometimes with tragic consequences that affect individual children, schools, communities and the nation.
Contact Thomas through e-mail at: [email protected] or by phone, 419-341-8864. Ann Brownell
California & Surrounding Areas (Bilingual – Spanish & English)
Ann is the mother of Amanda Brownell. When she was 16, a Junior, she attempted suicide due to bullying, sexual bullying, cyberbullying and 3500 abusive text messages she received the month before her suicide attempt. Due to the lack of oxygen to her brain, Amanda damaged the areas that control her eye sight, motor movement, speech and continues to have multiple physical disabilities.
The goal of this anti-Bullying campaign is to bring awareness to the issue of bullying in our communities and schools by sharing Amanda and others stories. The campaign began with a vigil to commemorate Amanda Brownell’s life and to bring awareness to the issue of bullying. “The Amanda Network” wants public accountability and strengthened support for new laws.
www.CaringBridge.org/visit/AmandaBrownell YouTube: AmandaNetworkABC
Contact Ann Brownell, Amanda’s mom for a presentation at your school or group; contact via email: [email protected], 877-559-7779 vm/fax or 408-507-2787 cell phone. Joe Bruzzese, M.A.
California & USA
Joe Bruzzese, MA, is a leading parent expert for the middle school years, author of A Parent’s Guide to the Middle School Years and co-founder of Thinking-Forward.com, the online resource for middle school parents.
As part of Joe’s presentation to schools, each topic is structured as a 90-minute informational presentation or as part of an interactive, half-day seminar.
To schedule an informational presentation or half-day seminar, email [email protected] or call 805-889-2142. For more information visit Joe’s web site at www.Thinking-Forward.com or go to Thinking Forward TV, http://tv.thinking-forward.com, a daily (Monday-Friday), 5-15 minute video recording that connects parents with ideas and strategies for thriving during the middle school years, (the TV Show number: 310-984-1098). Fernando Camareno
Puerto Rico & USA (Bilingual – Spanish & English)
Fernando is a Professional Speaker, Trainer, Life Skill Coach, Personal Conduct & Safety Specialist, Martial Arts Master, and a Camp or Sports Management Consultant. With 25 years of teaching experience, he mesmerizes his audience with his MARTIAL ARTS skills. Fernando specializes in helping his audience focus on their personal possibilities to achieve their best, in whatever they do in life.
Fernando is the Bully Police Puerto Rico Director. His contact information: Master Fernando Camareno; Telephone - 787-603- 5333 and email, [email protected]
To see Fernando in action, visit these YouTube Videos: 1,160 tablas en 15 minutos (World Record 1,160 Boards in 15 minutes) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtRixBWw5OE&feature=related
Entrevista en ( Interview) INSIDE Martial Arts Channel http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1VFZtrgFvA Jay Carter, Ph.D.
Pennsylvania, USA & International
Dr. Carter is a Licensed Psychologist in private practice in West Reading, PA (Carter Counseling). A professional speaker since 1974, he is the best selling author of "Nasty People," "Nasty Men," "Nasty Women," and "Nasty Bosses," addressing issues of conflict, difficult personalities, and Adult Bullying. His books have sold 1/2 million copies.
Wherever Dr. Carter speaks people love him. Reviews state, not only how helpful his programs are, but also how warm, caring, funny and charming they find Dr. Carter to be. "A great guy who is really passionate about wanting to help people/children."
Jay has appeared on numerous radio and TV shows around the world, and has consulted with the Oprah Winfrey Show for shows on "Verbal Abuse" and "Obnoxious Husbands." He also appeared on the Montel Williams show with Kathy Noll discussing their latest book, "Taking the Bully by the Horns." Bullying, self-esteem, and school violence issues were discussed with actual bully/victim kids.
For speaking information about Dr. Carter, visit www.KathyNoll.com or contact Kathy Noll at [email protected]. Krystal Chapman
Texas
Krystal Chapman has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Child Development. She is a parent and a wife. She home schools her children and truly focuses on this aspect of her life. Her passion is to impact the world on her past experiences by turning them into knowledge for others.
Krystal currently volunteers for a crisis line in Dallas Texas where she helps people in a crisis situation. As a survivor of suicide, Krystal understands how vital it is to educate others on the severity of difficult situations. She enjoys helping others get from a crisis to a new day.
Because Krystal was a victim of bullying and abuse as a child, she would like to help children and young adults unify this emotional tragedy and create effective solutions to this problem. She believes that as a nation we need to learn integrity and teach our children how to do the same. Children are our future and we need to teach them what is right and how to implement it, as well as impact others.
Email: [email protected] – Phone: 214-934-2835.
Lyle Cogen
New York & USA
Funded by The U.S. Dept Of Justice, Sticks & Stones is in demand and Lyle has been touring nonstop all over the country. The impact of this program and the response of the students and faculty was so great that they have asked for multiple programs. All of us have been bombarded with news stories and videos of what has become an epidemic of bullying and most of us fall into the role of bystander by not taking action. Lyle is an authority on this topic having the research, experience and tools necessary to empower students.
“I feel like I was called into action years ago…to “speak” to children and adolescents through art. My art is theater and music. My name is Lyle Cogen. Please come see what I do and share your thoughts.
Website: www.lylecogen.com – Contact: The Betsy DuBois Agency: 1-888-761-9098 – Email: [email protected]. Paul Coughlin
Oregon, USA & International
The Protectors: Freedom From Bullying Courage & Character for Life
The Protectors provides both a faith-based and public school (values- based), four-part program to diminish bullying and in the process provide profound character training by bolstering courage—the virtue that underpins all other virtues.
This unique and effective four-part program includes a dynamic and live presentation, a five-part curriculum, the creation of The Protectors Freedom Council (a grass-roots organizations comprised of committed students and faculty), and a Protectors News You Can Use monthly e-newsletter, which keeps your organization up to date on the latest events within this growing epidemic.
The Protectors helps all “four characters” in the “Theater of Bullying” to change their role, and puts a special emphasis on Bystanders, helping them become courageous and empowered Alongside Standers of Targets of serial bullying.
Website: www.paulcoughlin.net - Contact: [email protected] Officer John Dockswell
Local presentations offered FREE by The Nassau County Police Dept. NY
Police Officer Dockswell has given hundreds of talks to elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, teachers, colleges, PTA’s and bar associations. The presentations have been covered by Newsday, News 12, Channel 55, FIOS,Channel 2, WPIX,Long Island Catholic, Hofstra radio, Patch.com and the Long Island Press. Officer Dockswell was one of 3 experts to be chosen to be part of a Verizon project filmed by the Emmy award winning Vanguard Documentary company. Officer Dockswell is a former teacher and has a Master’s Degree in Education. Officer Dockswell’s humorous presenting style have made these talks the most requested talks on Long Island.
Officer Dockswell’s three main topics include: "SEXTING" – BULLYING - CYBERBULLYING
Anyone interested in these presentations should contact: P.O. John Dockswell NCPD Community Affairs 573-7360 or e-mail [email protected]
Edward Dragan, Ed.D.
New Jersey, USA & International
Dr. Dragan provides consultation and expert witness services for high-profile and complicated cases, often involving bullying. As an educator and administrator, he has more than 35 years’ experience as a teacher, principal, superintendent and director of special education He also has served as a New Jersey Department of Education official.
As a sought-after authority on school safety and education law, Dr. Dragan has presented at more than 80 events internationally and has been interviewed on national and local television programs, including NBC Nightly News, the Today Show, The Fox Morning Show, PBS’s One on One and Court TV. He is a Certified School Administrator and is the author of The Bully Action Guide: How to Help Your Child and Get Your School to Listen.
T (609) 397-8989 | F (609) 397-1999 [email protected] | www.edmgt.com
Tammy & Kevin Epling
Michigan & Surrounding Areas
The loss of their son Matthew in the summer of 2002, forty days after a hazing incident has charged Kevin and Tammy with making sure other children are safe from bullying, hazing and harassment in Michigan’s schools. Locally they have led the charge to establish a community based awareness program: Safe Schools, Safe Communities. They are currently working on state wide anti bullying legislation. It will be named “Matt’s Safe School Law” in memory of their son
The Eplings have been actively telling their story to numerous civic, educational and parent groups, have been featured on CNN, The Mitch Albom Show and several other local and regional news outlets. Kevin and Tammy have established an art competition for middle school students to explore the arts and assist in building self esteem
Kevin and Tammy are Legislative Liaisons for Bully Police Michigan as well as Speakers and Consultants. They can be contacted by email at [email protected] (Tammy) and [email protected] (Kevin). Leigh Rachel Faith
California, USA & International
Leigh Rachel Faith joined Champions Against Bullying in 2005, as the Youth Coordinator. As Director of Operations she spearheaded the organization’s expansion into the United States, in 2007. Faith’s extensive background in psychology and her work as an actor and a tutor have earned her a strong following as a mentor for young children.
Faith puts a positive spin on sensitive issues that matter, using humor, skill and finesse. She consistently hits the nail on the head in her high-energy speaking engagements and workshops for kids, parents and educators.
Faith and her colleague, Alexandra Penn, have just put the finishing touches on a book for the pre-school and early childhood crowd. Stay tuned to their website for the publication date. Faith has contributed to radio, TV and a number of magazine articles and newspapers in both Canada and the United States.
Leigh can be reached at: [email protected], by calling 310-993-8007, or through the Champions Against Bullying website, www.championsagainstbullying.com. Lisa Freeman
Michigan, USA & Canada
Lisa Freeman, of Owosso, has been honored with the position as Healing Projects Specialist with Bully Police USA (www.bullypolice.org).
Lisa is an Award Winning Author, Ordained Minister and Certified Pet Therapist/Dog Trainer. She has taught anti bullying workshops at schools, work places, and churches, as well as other events all over Michigan for the past five years. She and her dogs hope to tackle the war on bullying in Michigan, through their innovative program, Abuse Bites. They educate, bring awareness, teach safety techniques to children, parents, and educators on abuse and bullying.
Recently Abuse Bites was asked by RAVE to present their program to staff members in Clinton County, and they got some raving reviews. "After we finished," Freeman says, "we were told that it was the best anti bullying program they've ever seen, and would refer us to all schools in the area in the upcoming year.”
For more information about Abuse Bites and the workshops offered, contact Lisa via web, www.abusebites.com, or www.runtolife.org, email, [email protected], or phone 989-729-2124. SuEllen Fried
Kansas, USA & International
Since 1976 I have been deeply involved as a volunteer in the prevention of child abuse. I served as Chairman of the Board of Prevent Child Abuse America from 1980- 82. My concern for the cruelty of children to each other led me to co- author two books on the subject of bullying with my daughter, Paula Fried, Ph.D. "Bullies & Victims - Helping Your Child Through the Schoolyard Battlefield" and "Bullies, Targets & Witnesses - Helping Children Break the Pain Chain". Both of our books are available through major book retailers and online booksellers.
My areas of expertise are: Conducting student empowerment sessions in schools and classrooms Staff trainings for educators, non- teaching personnel, administrators Seminars for parents, civic groups, Departments of Education, professional organizations Keynote addresses and workshops at conferences three-day Train the Trainer Institutes.
Please check out further information about me, and the experience I bring to my work by visiting http://www.bullysafeusa.com, emailing [email protected] or calling (913) 362-2226. Ronna Glickman, Ed. M
New York
As a middle school teacher for over 16 years, Ronna's understanding of the 6th 7th and 8th grade mind is unparalleled.
Ronna has taught Family and Consumer Science classes in which she has incorporated Internet Safety in all grades.
At the 6th grade level, students grasp a basic level of safety on the Internet, including caution using a user name, how easily someone can find out where a child lives, and real-life situations.
At the 7th grade level, anti-bullying techniques are introduced as bullying increases at this age. 'Megan Meier' and 'Jared High’s story' are discussed at length. Through discussion, video and song, students walk away with a new perspective on bullies and bullying.
For 8th graders the emphasis is directed toward leaving a positive digital footprint. The reality of potential colleges and human resource directors finding inappropriate images is discussed with examples.
Contact by phone: 716-868-8082 – By email: [email protected]
Parent Advocate
Libby Graffam
North Bridgton, Maine
Libby is a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children in the State of Maine. She works with the Administrative Office of the Courts in the Family Division. If anyone is interested in becoming a CASA worker please contact Libby at [email protected] and in the subject line write “CASA”. (Don’t forget to put “CASA” in the subject line or the email might be deleted by mistake.)
Libby is willing to work with any parent in the state of Maine that needs help. She will attend school meetings with the parent(s) of any child that is being bullied as their advocate. Her services are free.
Ms Graffam has a B.S. in Human Services and is a Director of Social Services.
Corinne Gregory
Washington State [email protected]
The ‘Civil’ Warrior & School Crusader, Corinne Gregory, is the President and Founder of SocialSmarts, a schools- based program for developing social skills, character, and values. She is passionate about improving the education system for every child, every teacher, every family.
“While it may seem like a big job — changing our education system — it’s a necessary one, and one we can do, if we work together and insist on it.”
Corinne Gregory is an award-winning educator and author of several books including the recent release, “It's Not Who Know, It's How You Treat Them: Five Social Smarts Secrets Today's Business Leaders Need to Stand Out and Be Successful”, and her messages of the importance of SocialSmarts® have been featured in such leading media venues as: The Today Show, Time Magazine, CNN, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, USA Today, and many more.
Check out, http://corinnegregory.com and http://socialsmarts.wordpress.com for more information, or email, [email protected]. Joel Haber, Ph.D.
New York, USA & International
Dr. Joel Haber is a Clinical Psychologist and internationally recognized bully prevention and parenting expert. His recent book, “Bullyproof Your Child for Life: Protect Your Child from Teasing, Taunting and Bullying for Good” set the bullying standard for Schools, Camps, Sports, Organizations and families dealing with bully prevention and intervention. He is a consultant and expert to LG Electronics, www.LGTextEd.com, the American Camp Association and provides cyberbullying and mobile harassment expertise to parents and families. He is an advisor to Cartoon Network’s anti-bully campaign: STOP BULLYING: SPEAK UP. He is also a consultant to Herotopia, www.herotopia.com, co-founder of Tool Kits for Kids, www.toolkitsforkids.com, and a recipient of five national parenting awards for helping parents and kids develop the tools and skills to overcome worry, build confidence and develop resilience. Joel has written and published extensively, speaking each year to thousands of parents and educators to help make children’s lives, safer and better.
Joel can be contacted by phone at (914) 428-0004, and by email at [email protected]. John Halligan
New York, USA, Canada, Latin America Presentation: “Ryan’s Story”
John Halligan was from Vermont. He and his family now live in Farmingdale, NY. He lost his thirteen year old son, Ryan, to suicide on October 7, 2003.
In memory of his son, he spearheaded the Vermont Bully Prevention Bill H.629 during the 2004 Legislative Session which was signed into law as ACT117 on May 18, 2004. He also successfully led the effort for the passage of bill H.630 during the 2006 Vermont legislative session – ACT 114 relating to suicide prevention in public schools. John has been outspoken about the need for more education and prevention of bullying, cyber bullying and teen suicide throughout Vermont. His ninety minute presentation begins with a short video collection of home movie clips and still pictures of Ryan as a way of introducing his son to the audience. John then begins to tell the story of Ryan and the factors that led up to his son’s suicide. The audience will gain a perspective from inside a family of a child who is a victim of bullying and cyber bullying. They will also gain awareness about the signs and risk of teenage suicide.
Visit www.ryanpatrickhalligan.org for more information.
Patrick Harnish
Iowa & Surrounding Areas
Patrick currently has an Associate’s Degree and Human Services Management Degree. He plans to continue with a Master’s and Ph.D. program with Capella University.
Patrick founded CAABI (Children and Adults Against Bullying/Intervention services), as a result of hearing stories of children being bullied as well as personal experiences with school bullying that lasted nine years. He is a survivor.
Patrick says, “There are kids who are in the community that are hurt, abused, and psychologically injured due to school instances, parental instances, or other abusive instances. I often ask what is it we can do more to help these children.”
Patrick mediates between the school and the parent to bring closure to school related bullying.
To learn more visit the CAABI website at http://www.caabi.org (www.caabi.org/Patrick_H.html) or contact Patrick at [email protected] or 641-430-6508. Brenda High
Washington, USA & International Founder, Co-Director, Bully Police USA
Brenda High is a passionate crusader, a mom on a mission, to stop school bullying and peer abuse in school. She is the Founder and Co-Director of Bully Police USA and the mother of Jared High who died by “bullycide”, a suicide attributed the effects of bullying.
Brenda authors several websites, including www.BullyPolice.org, which reports and grades anti bullying laws around the USA, www.Jaredstory.com, a healing website in honor of her son Jared, and www.bullycide.org, the website for her new book, Bullycide in America: Moms Speak Out about the Bullying/Suicide Connection.
Brenda has spoken about Bullying, Depression, Suicide/Bullycide, Healing from loss and numerous other subjects to several groups, organizations and conferences around the USA. She has also consulted with state lawmakers, television, news and radio shows.
To find out more about Brenda, a writer, speaker, and consultant, go to www.BrendaHigh.com or call her at 509-547-1052, cell: 509-302-8888 or email her at [email protected]. Catherine A. Hogan, MSW, LCSW
Connecticut & USA
Catherine is the Bully Police USA National Consultant and is Bully Police Connecticut’s Director.
Catherine is a licensed clinical social worker, certified school social worker, and clinical instructor/supervisor at the Yale Child Study Center. After many years working in schools, Catherine witnessed the chronic bullying of a student. Her advocacy for administrative intervention for this student had job repercussions. The student, however, eventually received an out placement and went on to be an honors student. As a result of this experience, Catherine knew she needed to leave the public education system to fulfill her mission for students.
Catherine speaks openly about the dual loyalty to school and child that is an inevitable part of the educational system. She is an advocate, writer, and presenter; she speaks with a disarming truthfulness that is meaningful to both parents and educators.
Contact Catherine can be contacted by email at [email protected] or by cell at (203) 605-8727.
Chris Hollyfield
Florida, USA & Canada
The 3D T.E.A.M Foundation was conceived in 2000 and has visited 100's of schools throughout the United States and Canada to deliver their anti-bullying message and encourage children to respect themselves and others.
Chris takes his anti-bullying, anti-tease program so much to heart that he's had the program's mission tattooed onto his right bicep… “Teasing Erodes All Mentally"
"Being visually different automatically makes you a target - I'm a survivor of being bullied all my life. I tell students what it was like to go through school being bullied because of dwarfism, a genetic condition leaving the individual with an average sized torso and head, but shorter arms and legs. There are more than 200 different types of dwarfism.” Chris Hollyfield.
Contact: 321-288-8512 or 888-411-0344 Email: [email protected] Websites: www.3dteam.org & www.chrishollyfield.com Debbie Johnston
Florida, Southern States, East Coast
Debbie Johnston has been a Certified in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, and Science teacher since 1985. She is a graduate of the University of South Florida. Debbie has been recognized for Excellence in Teaching seven times by the Golden Apple Foundation
Debbie worked with Governor Jeb Bush and Representative Ellyn Bogdanoff to create the Jeffrey Johnston "Stand Up For All Students" Act. After several years of hard work and dedication to Florida’s children, the law pass in 2008.
Debbie founded Students For Safer Schools, an advocacy group for young people, and is a certified presenter for the Bully Safe curriculum. She is the Bully Police Florida Co-Director and has been a speaker at several statewide conferences, bringing Jeff's Story to students across the state in school assemblies.
For more information about Debbie’s presentations and workshops, call her at (239) 282-9365, cell (239) 247-2873 or email her at [email protected]
Jim Jordan
Canada & International
Jim Jordan has created innovative keynotes for adults, teens and elementary students and developed hilariously funny programs and shows for children. All these will give encouragement to those that want to learn, give guidance to those that want to teach, focus on talents and skills to those that want to persevere, build confidence in those that feel helpless and direct those that want to be the best they can be. Call Jim now at 1-866-333-4553 or visit his website at http://www.jimjordan.ca/
In the schools Jim offers student presentations on topics like bullying in schools, student success, fire safety, and career development for elementary, high school, and collage students.
Lisa Pescara-Kovach, Ph.D.
Ohio (IN, IL, NC) & USA
Dr. Lisa Pescara-Kovach is the Bully Police-Ohio Director and has recently written a book, School Shootings and Suicides: Why We Must Stop the Bullies - http://utnews.utoledo.edu/publish/Research_12/Stopping_bullies_is_subject_ of_new_book_2334.shtml.
Lisa was one of the University of Toledo, 2006 Winners – Outstanding Teachers (http://www.utoledo.edu/offices/provost/outstandingteacher/2006.html), and has received grants to implement anti bullying programs, http://utnews.utoledo.edu/publish/Research_12/Assistant_Professor_Hopes_ Grant_Will_Help_Eliminat_470.shtml).
To contact Dr Lisa Pescara-Kovach, email her at [email protected] or visit her University of Toledo homepage at http://www.utoledo.edu/education/faculty/kovach/index.html.
Judy Kuczynski M. Ed
Oklahoma & USA President, Bully Police USA, Inc.
Judy’s youngest child, Tina, was a victim of severe harassment in middle and high school. After a bomb exploded in the family mailbox, Tina agreed to start over in a new school. A year later she died in a car accident. Later, with the help of some of Tina's old classmates, a video, "Tina’s Story,” was produced in which Tina’s classmates discuss the problem of bullying in school
Currently Judy is the Director of Counseling Services for Christina International High School, (www.ChristinaInternationalHS.com), which offers a high school and middle school curriculum including AP, credit recovery, language, and technology classes - a totally online high school. Judy is also a national consultant to middle and high school parents, teachers, and school administrators and her advocacy for children’s rights has been recognized by the media as a national authority on the subject of bullying and violence.
For more information contact Judy at (877) 211-4870, cell (612) 325- 4859 or by email at [email protected].
Deb Landry
Maine, USA & International
Deb Landry is the author of the best selling children’s book, Sticks Stones and Stumped, Yankee Go Home, and the co author of The Comfort Zone with Meline Kevorkian Ed.D., and Robin D’Antona, Ed.D. She is a parenting coach specializing in social awareness behaviors and character education and has authored several interactive children’s mentoring plays on character education, social awareness, and bullying prevention.
Deb is the founder, President/CEO and former Executive Director of Crossroads Youth Center, a non profit performing art based after school program and is an international speaker and trainer in bullying prevention.
Deb passionately shares her expertise through lectures, workshops, books, author visits, and her parent coaching practice.
To read more about Deb, her programs, or speaking schedule, visit www.deblandry.com or email her at [email protected]. Patrice Lee
Michigan & USA
Patrice Lee shares a message of hope, healing, faith and love, as she sees the need to bring families together – to save lives. She is available for workshops and speaks to children, teens and parents, and grandparents raising grandchildren.
For Parents and Children grades 3 - 6: In “Bully Me? ...NO MORE!!!” Patrice Lee provides principles for you to share with your children to help them prepare for each challenge that may come their way.
For your TEEN: "Bully Me? . . . Oh No!!!" is a one-of-a-kind resource and guide that addresses every aspect of your teens' life, with more than 200 encouraging words, because your teenager needs to know that "suicide" is not an option.
Youth – Adult: “How to Overcome Every Obstacle and Land on Top” It will change your life.
Leep4Joy Books and resources will help you create a bully-free atmosphere at school, at home, at work. Contact Leep4Joy Books at 248.613.5628 or [email protected]. For more information, visit www.ucantbullyme.com.
Ben Leichtling, Ph.D.
Colorado & USA
If you want the wisdom and skills to do your best resolutely, diligently and effectively—Hire me to speak for your association or group so we can eliminate the high cost of low attitudes. Hire me for expert, individually tailored implementation through: • Coaching. • Consulting. • Speaking and Presenting.
Clients use my expertise to stop bullying in the workplace as well as in family and personal relations….yes, the bullying does not stop at the front door!
My methods and coaching have helped people take charge of their lives—their time, effort and personal space—even though they never had before and thought they couldn’t.
Hire Dr. Ben and get the Bullies Be Gone system and start taking charge today! Email: [email protected] or call 877-8Bullies or 877-828-5543. John Linney, M.A.
Texas, USA, Mexico & International (Bilingual – Spanish & English)
John Linney is a master speaker and trainer and his speaking style is engaging, authentic and energizing. He provides information and skills you can use. As a “school climate specialist,” he has provided services and training to diverse audiences including over 400 schools, partnerships, parent groups and not for profit organizations throughout the United States, Mexico & Canada.
Bestselling author and noted expert Deepak Chopra calls John’s book, “…the only sane solution for ensuring security in our society.”
John has been the keynote speaker at several conferences and has been a featured guest on television and radio programs in the U.S. and Mexico including C-SPAN, Univision, and National Public Radio. As President of Impact Coaching & Speaking www.ImpactCoachingandSpeaking.org, John has written several publications and is co-author of “Safe School Ambassadors: Harnessing youth power to stop bullying and violence,” from Wiley/Jossey-Bass Publishing.
John can be contacted by email – [email protected]. Trudy Ludwig
Oregon & USA
Trudy is a nationally acclaimed speaker and an award-winning author specializing in children's books that help kids cope in their social world. She has received rave reviews for her passion and compassion in addressing friendship, bullying, and cyberbullying issues. Trudy presents at schools and conferences around the country, providing children and adults with the tips, tools, and resources they need to help create safer school climates.
An active member of the International Bullying Prevention Association, Trudy collaborates with leading U.S. experts and organizations and has been profiled on national/regional television and radio and in newsprint.
Trudy's books have received the Moonbeam Children’s Books and Mom's Choice Gold Awards, and are included in the Cooperative Children's Book Center's "Best of the Year" selection, NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Books for Young People, and the National Crime Prevention Council's "Circle of Respect" book club selection.
For more information, contact Trudy Ludwig by phone: 503. 329. 9873 Website: www.trudyludwig.com- Email: [email protected]
Suzanne MacKay, BSN, MS-Psyc (ABT)
Vermont, New Hampshire & Surrounding Areas
Suzanne does double duty as a volunteer for Bully Police USA. She is both the New Hampshire and Vermont Co-Director. Suzanne enjoys starting groups for kids who are bullied and have low self- esteem, depression, and need to feel that they are not alone. She meets with kids individually and within a group setting. She is a speaker and life coach for children, teens and families. Her specialty is to teach schools and students ways to prevent bullying.
Suzanne can be contacted by phone at 802-222-4556 and by email at [email protected].
Heidi Markow
Pennsylvania & USA
Beginning Over Foundation (http://www.beginningover.org) was founded in memory of my sister Robin D. Shaffer. On June 15, 2005, Robin lost her life at the hands of her abusive husband. On that day I made her a promise that I would do everything I could to end domestic abuse, restore hope and to rebuild and save lives.
I am so proud of the work done by the Beginning Over Foundation and its affiliates who reach into their communities to keep the subject of Domestic Abuse high in the public's consciousness. As we assist and support victims and their families, we create activists - gradually turning victims into victors. Together, we are working to eliminate domestic abuse, the number one cause of female homicide in the United States.
Heidi Markow, would be happy to speak to groups about any kind of abuse (domestic abuse, bullying in school or peer/workplace abuse). She can be reached at 610-392-3837 or by email at [email protected].
David J. Martin
NJ & USA
Who Wants to Be a Bully Now, is a unique bully prevention assembly program founded and developed by well renowned football coach and teacher David J. Martin. The program brings to light the harmful effects bullying has on others and the bully. Mr. Martin has been all around the United States giving sharing his programs. Mr. Martin’s background as a football coach is brought to the forefront in his presentation. He not only motivates the students he speaks to, the adults also have many positive remarks of how much the student’s attention was focused on him. “You can hear a pin drop in the room”, said an eighth grade teacher. His statement “All eyes on me, is being used by over half our staff now”, said Terry Taylor vice principal of a Texas State Middle School
Anyone looking for a program that will reach your whole audience about Bullying and its harmful effects need to request to have “Who Wants to be a Bully Now” by David J. Martin. I guarantee you will not be disappointed with your choice. Contact David Martin at [email protected]
Rande W. Matteson, Ph.D.
Florida, USA & International
Dr. Matteson is a retired supervisory special agent (federal agent) with an extensive professional background in the investigation of dysfunctional behaviors such as organized crime, terrorism, gangs and serial murder. Dr. Matteson is an academic researcher, department chair and associate professor. He has authored and published a pioneer research study on workplace bullying as well as numerous scholarly articles on school and workplace bullying. He frequently presents at conferences and has recently published a book titled Bully Beware! How to Fight Back with Florida Law on Your Side that focuses upon using criminal and civil laws as tools to prevent and deal with bullies.
Additional information is available at www.bullybeware.us
Sam McBride
Rhode Island & East Coast Areas
Sam is starting a new career at the age of 36, after over 12 years in retail, buying and marketing. She is working on a new dream of using her husband’s artwork toward an innovative concept in children’s clothing and accessories. Sam’s husband John is a retired police officer and presently a college coach.
Besides developing an upbeat concept in children’s clothing and accessories, Sam’s additional goal is to educate young children, starting in Kindergarten, about of bullying. She believes in positive reinforcement through rewards for good behavior. The new line of clothing, currently in development, will build self-esteem and remind kids to have good manners
It is Sam’s desire to inspire children across America to become heroes for each other and “Stand Up” and “Stand Out from the Crowd” together.
To contact Sam, call 401-845-0651 or email her at [email protected].
Tami McCandlish
Ohio & USA
Tami McCandlish is the author of Flying Grounded: My Spiritual Triumph Over Female Bullying. She holds a B.A. in English and journalism from Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, Ohio.
Since the publication of her book, she has been featured on radio and television shows and in print media (including NBC4 Columbus, WOUB Athens, 90.9 fm Lancaster, 88.9 fm Lancaster and The Lancaster Eagle Gazette).
McCandlish was born and raised in Fairfield County, Ohio and now serves as the Founder and President of The Triumph Organization, a Fairfield County based non-profit that is dedicated to dealing with female bullying through awareness, education, and tools that promote healthy communication and competition among girls and women
For Speaking Engagements, Tami can be contacted by email at [email protected] or by phone at 740-503-2074.
Master Jay McKey
Texas, USA & International
Jay has been a Motivational Speaker for 13 years. He is a Stranger Danger Expert and a Personal Safety Trainer who has trained police officers in and out of the United States as well as professionals such as doctors, lawyers, realtors and airline personnel.
Jay is the creator of TEAM RESPECT - Traveling from school to school, teaching discipline, team work and peer intervention techniques. He is also the creator of the F.E.A.R. Rape Prevention and Stranger Danger Program (Fearless Empowerment And Respect) as well as the creator of the KENJIUKIA MIXED MARTIAL ARTS.
An owner of a Martial Arts Studio, Master Jay McKey has been teaching Martial Arts and Self Defense for over 20 years. He holds three black belts in three different styles of Martial Arts and is a Texas State Gold Medal Champion. He is the creator of the BACK OFF BULLIES school curriculum and promotes a "Non-Violent" Self Defense method and as well as a DVD Training Series.
Jay can be contacted by email at [email protected] or by cell at 469-556-4457.
Jenny Mischel
Virginia & Surrounding Areas
EMPOWERING OUR CHILDREN
Jenny Mischel has a Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential, Language Development Specialist Credential, and MA in Psychology. Because of her experiences teaching elementary school for 8 years, she believes we should start teaching children the importance of empowerment and positive self-esteem at a very young age. Her approach includes strategies and techniques which teachers can use in the classroom, using only a minimal amount of time and producing incredible results. When children feel good about themselves, the need to bully others is drastically diminished. She is available for in-school and group presentations.
Jenny is the Bully Police Virginia, Prince William County Director.
Jenny can be reached by email at [email protected]
Sean Mulroney
Missouri & USA
Sean Mulroney has overcome unbelievable odds to become the man that he is today. Because his mother was a single mother working 14 hours a day to support 5 children, Sean was left in the care of his siblings and allowed to run the streets of the city at a young age. He tried alcohol for the first time at the age of six and by the time he was twelve, Sean was drinking regularly, smoking, and experimenting with drugs. Although Sean's mother remarried and moved out of the city, Sean still sought friends that were in to drugs and alcohol; he even got into fights and was stabbed multiple times. His life was so messed up.
When Sean was twenty-one years old, a friend of the family frankly told him that the life he was living was going to destroy him. His friend showed him some tough love, but it was exactly what Sean needed. Even though he graduated at the bottom of his class, Sean decided he needed to go to college. He graduated in 1994 and has since dedicated his life to helping teens succeed by speaking to schools and youth groups.
Visit Sean’s website at www.TeensofAmerica.net, email him at [email protected] or call him at 636-299-6220.
Kathy Noll
Pennsylvania, USA & International
Kathy has spoken on various radio and television shows discussing the topics of school violence and self-esteem, including an appearance with Dr. Jay Carter (“Nasty People”) on the Montel Williams show where they talked to kids about bullying, and promoted their book, "Taking the Bully by the Horns." She also works as a consultant for various TV News & Talk Shows and was recently asked to be the expert testimony for a new children’s literature infomercial through Buena Vista (Disney).
Writing “Taking the Bully by the Horns” has generated many letters of thanks from both adults and children. Kathy has networked with many organizations, schools, anti- violence agencies, mental health professionals, anti-bullying advocates, and child educators around the globe.
For speaking information, visit www.KathyNoll.com or contact Kathy Noll at [email protected]. Jillian Palmieri
New Jersey & USA
Bystander: A Portrait in Apathy, is a unique bully prevention assembly program founded and developed by former middle school teacher Jillian Palmieri. The program brings to light the influence the bystanders have in preventing bullying. Using a group of students from within the school, Jillian creates a performance that is both powerful and emotionally charged. The students she works with become leaders in their school as they present an empowering message imploring the bystanders to be Silent No Longer and to Speak Up when they see bullying take place. Especially moving is the segment of the program devoted to exposing the negative consequences for allowing bullying to continue in a tribute to victims of bullycide.
Every middle school should empower their students to stake a claim in bully prevention by allowing them the opportunity to be a part of Bystander: A Portrait in Apathy. Students will forever be changed by what they hear and see from their classmates in this program.
For more information, visit www.bystander.us. Barbara Jane Paris
Texas, USA & International
Paris has been in public education for over thirty years in three countries and multiple states across the U.S.A. Educated in both Europe and the US, she has served as a teacher in grades Pre-K/Adult, and as a principal at the secondary level. Paris advocates for safe schools and the right of every child to be in an environment that facilitates a passion for learning. In addition to her job as a principal, Paris serves on the following state and national advisory boards: White House Conference on Bullying • White House Office of National Drug Control Policy • Youth Recovery • US Dept Health & Human Services Center for Disease Control • US Dept of Justice Victims of Crime • Safe Schools Coalition • Legislative Liaison for Bully Police TX • National Association of Secondary School Principals • Texas Education Agency Committee for Educator Standards • Regional Collaborative for Excellence in Education • State of the State Public Policy Forum
Paris recently testified with Dr. Phil before the US Congress, and has served on the White House Committee on Bullying.
For more information call 512 653 7246, visit www.bjparis.org or email [email protected]
Alexandra Penn
International – USA & Canada
Alexandra Penn, an Internationally Certified Trainer in Youth Violence Prevention, a Crisis Intervention Specialist and Parent Coach founded Champions Against Bullying (CAB) in 2003, www.championsagainstbullying.com, in response to the escalation in frequency and severity of School Bullying/Youth Violence and its widespread ramifications. As a former counselor in Special Ed, she provided short and long term counseling for children aged 3 to 18 in twelve area schools.
Penn exposes hot button issues - the silence, denial, shame and blame that surrounds, hides and enables bullying. She co-authored the Disney Online Parent-to-Parent, Ministry of Education recommended CD-ROM “The No-Nonsense Guide To Kids’ Bullying Solutions”, that teaches children how to save their own lives and informs parents and teachers how to save kids’ lives.
A speaker with sass, Alex will let you know what you don’t know - like what keeps your kids up at night! Alexandra, can be reached at 310-993-8007 (USA) or 779-887-4227 (Canada) or by email at [email protected]. Rick Phillips
Canada & USA
Rick Phillips is a leading expert in whole school climate change and a nationally- recognized educator, speaker, and trainer in the areas of bullying and violence prevention and youth empowerment. He has been a keynote presenter and workshop leader at more than 400 national and state conferences throughout the U.S. and Canada. Rick has appeared on The Today Show, CNN and NPR and is the lead author of “Safe School Ambassadors: Harnessing Student Power to Stop Bullying and Violence” and “Ten Years after Columbine:”
Rick Phillips is also the Executive Director and founder of Community Matters, a national nonprofit that provides training, facilitation and evidenced-based programs in the areas of bullying and violence prevention and whole school climate change. He is the co-developer of Safe School Ambassadors®, a youth-centered, bullying and violence-prevention program that has been implemented in over 900 public and private schools across the U.S. and Canada (www.community-matters.org).
Contacted Rick at (707) 823-6159 or [email protected]. Fabian Ramirez, M.A.
Texas & USA Hispanic Youth Speaker
As a child, Fabian endured bullying behavior in middle school and in his speech he shares personal insight of how it made him feel and how he hated himself and school as a result. He uses humor and personal stories to get the important message across.
Being bullied almost made Fabian quit school since he was skipping classes but after finally standing up to a bully, his life changed forever. He went on to earn a Masters degree in Management and speaks about the importance of finishing high school and graduating college. His speech will motivate your students to achieve success greater than they ever thought possible.
To watch videos and learn how to get Fabian to speak to your students about school bullying, visit his website at www.fabianramirez.com. Email: [email protected]
Fabian is a member of the National Speakers Association and has been speaking to students for over ten years. Sgt. Thomas Rich
New Jersey & USA
Sgt. Rich is the creator and founder of Cyber Bullying Solutions – Always Connected.
Does your school, community or private group need solutions to the following topics:
Cyber Bullying Facebook Issues Texting/Sexting Formspring Issues Online Gaming Online Chat
Having done over 100 presentations and spoken to over 30,000 children, Sgt. Thomas Rich has become known as the “cyber bullying expert” that is making a difference in the lives of children one school at a time.
Assemblies are done for Middle School and High School students as well as parents. Professional development trainings are done for teachers, administrators, youth workers and all personnel who deal with our youth.
Book Always Connected today and help make a difference in your community! www.AlwaysConnected.org – [email protected]
Russell A. Sabella, Ph.D.
Florida & USA
From podcasts to porn, cyberbullying to cell phones, Dr. Russell Sabella helps his audience understand the risks that emerge when high- tech tools, uninformed parents, and exuberant youth collide. Because kids are growing up with modern technologies, many are more expert than their parents. As a result, a parent's ability to make effective decisions for how technology is used may be compromised. And now, Dr. Sabella’s new book, “GuardingKids.com” (www.GuardingKids.com) empowers parents, educators, and other care takers to better understand the electronic terrain. Readers will be better able to help children safely and securely navigate a minefield of inappropriate and risky situations.
Dr. Sabella is a Professor of counseling in the College of Education, Florida Gulf Coast University and is the past President (2003-2004) of the American School Counselor Association. He can be contacted by email at [email protected] or by phone at 239-590-7782.
Frank C. Sacco, Ph.D
Massachusetts, USA & International
Dr. Sacco is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts and has a Ph. D. in Psychology from the Humanistic Psychology Institute. Currently, he is the President of Community Services Institute, a private licensed mental health clinic serving multiple-problem families referred by the state for child abuse, neglect, and domestic violence.
Dr. Sacco pioneered the use of home-based interventions with hard- to-reach, often violent and resistant families. He has published over a dozen papers and books chapters on family therapy and community violence. He is an experienced mediator, presenter and expert witness in cases of protective services and violence. He has consulted with the FBI on school shootings.
Besides, “Back Off Bully,” Dr. Sacco has written with Dr. Twemlow, “Why School Anti bullying Programs Don’t Work”.
Dr. Sacco can be contacted through Twemlow & Sacco Consulting, http://www.backoffbully.com, 413-739-5572, or by email at [email protected].
Donald Schwagler MS. Ed.
(aka Donny Silver) New York & Surrounding Areas
Don is an inner city middle school Science teacher. He has created an energetic, interactive and musical production that is designed to get kids of all ages to treat others better, to stop bullying, to realize the importance of education and to build character.
The GRACE (Get Real And Change Everything) project was started by Don and his close friend Aron Cole. Don realized that he has a real gift for connecting with kids and getting them to open up and to reflect on who they really are. Combining the musical talents and personal experiences of Don and Aron they have in turn created something powerful, entertaining and special. Motivation for the GRACE project comes from the death of Don’s daughter Grace who never had a chance at life and Don’s wife who was a victim of bullies throughout her time in school.
It is Don’s and Aron’s dream to make this production their whole career. See www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6CiCxKHlRw and then contact Don at [email protected] or 716-425-8554.
Adrianna Sgarlata Hill
Virginia, USA & International
At 9 years old, Adrianna felt the pain of bullying and it almost cost her life. It hurt her self confidence, taking years to regain it. “I don’t want to ever forget those feelings, but I want to use them to help others”, Adrianna says.
As Miss Virginia 2006, (www.MissVA.com ) and the Virginia Director of Bully Police USA, Adrianna’s service platform, to stop bullying, resulted in passage of Virginia’s first bully prevention law
As a Voice for America’s Youth, Adrianna has met lawmakers, spoken on Capitol Hill and Richmond Virginia, and made over 200 appearances in an effort to transform a culture of violence into climates of respect to ensure that every child has the opportunity to grow up without fear from bullies.
Contact Adrianna by email at [email protected] or visit her website, www.AdriannaSgarlata.com, for more information.
Douglas Stratemeyer
Washington & USA
Douglas Stratemeyer is an electrifying national speaker who inspires teens, young adults, and parents across America. A criminal defense lawyer for over 16 years and former Judge, Doug is the Author of the highly acclaimed book, “The Truth About Alcohol and Drugs; The Ultimate Success Guide for Young Adults: How To Defeat Peer Pressure and Achieve Powerful Results”, and the creator of “YouthShine Live”, a life-changing 3-day program for teens and parents.
In his empowering presentations, Doug shows teens how to predict their future with just 3 questions, how to defeat peer pressure and build unshakable self confidence, and how to combat “cyber- bullying”.
Doug is a graduate of John Childers’ renowned Million Dollar Speaker training and Mark Victor Hansen’s Mega Speaking University. Meet Doug, and find out more about his next book at www.DougStratemeyer.com. Lorna Stremcha
Montana & USA
Lorna brings practical real-world experience to her career as a counselor, motivator, and public speaker. An award-winning teacher and coach, Lorna uses her own life’s lessons to help others make positive changes that will enable them to live healthy, purposeful lives. Her first book, Lose the Baggage, Lose the Weight will hit the book stores soon.
As the state coordinator for Bully Busters, Lorna is coordinating efforts to pass the Healthy Workplace bill in Montana and is bringing her counseling and motivational skills to a series of workshops and seminars to assist groups and individuals who have experienced discrimination and bullying in school or in the workplace.
She’s available to speak on a variety of topics, such as: “Bullying, Sexual Harassment, and Hostile Environment,” “Peace Projects for the Classroom,” “Gratitude,” “Weight Loss,” and “Breaking the Cycle.”
Contact Lorna by email at [email protected] or by phone at 406-265-7167 or 406-945-1075 Warren Throckmorton, Ph.D.
Pennsylvania & USA
Warren Throckmorton, PhD is an Associate Professor of Psychology and Fellow for Psychology and Public Policy at Grove City (PA) College. His academic work has been published by journals of the American Psychological Association, the American Mental Health Counseling Association and the Christian Association for Psychological Studies. Dr. Throckmorton is past- president of the American Mental Health Counselors Association and is past-chair of the Ethics Committee. For six years, he served on the National Provider Advisory Board of Magellan Behavioral Healthcare, the largest behavioral healthcare company in the world. In 2004, he wrote and produced the documentary, “I Do Exist,” about sexual identity formation.
Dr. Throckmorton has appeared on the O'Reilly Factor, FOX News Live, CNN and numerous other TV and radio talk shows. His columns have been published by over 100 newspapers nationwide.
Dr. Throckmorton can be contacted at [email protected]. Robin Todd
Arizona & USA
Robin Todd is the mother of a child who was bullied. Her mission is to raise awareness on the serious issue of bullying that goes on in our nation’s schools; and to educate about the importance of a bully prevention program. Robin is certified in Bullies and Victims Prevention Training, and is available to speak at schools, church groups, and community events
In an effort to get an anti bullying bill passed in Arizona, Robin testified in the Arizona Legislature – the law passed in 2005.
Most recently, Robin has served as an advisor and contributor for the book – Bullycide in America: Moms speak out about the bullying/suicide connection. She draws from her vast experience in business management, marketing, and administration, as well as her role as a director of corporate training. She has served as program developer and director for various community, school, and faith-based programs, special events and conferences and is the Bully Police Arizona Director.
Robin can be contacted by email at [email protected]. Stuart W. Twemlow, MD.
Texas, USA & International
Stuart W. Twemlow, MD began his professional career as a High School teacher in New Zealand, his country of birth, and teaching has been a part of his life ever since. Currently, he is Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Baylor College of Medicine Houston, Texas.
Dr. Twemlow has wide experience in psychoanalysis, psychiatry, and social systems interventions. He has published numerous scientific articles, books, and book chapters, including many on social and psychological aspects of individual and community violence. He is the Editor-In Chief of The International Journal of Applied Psychoanalytic Studies and sponsors and delivers lectures and symposia on issues and applications in the field of Applied and Community. Dr. Twemlow has a new book which will soon be released called, Preventing Bullying and School Violence.
Dr. Twemlow can be contacted through Twemlow & Sacco Consulting, by phone: 413-739-5572, by email: [email protected] and visit his website at http://www.backoffbully.com. Bonnie Eaker Weil, Ph.D.
New York, USA & International www.DoctorBonnie.com http://www.cbsnews.com:80/video/watch/?id=4938850n
Dr. Bonnie Eaker Weil, PhD, an internationally acclaimed couples, children and family therapist, was named by Psychology Today as one of America’s best therapists. New York Magazine recognizes Dr. Bonnie as one of the city’s best therapists.
Dr. Bonnie Eaker Weil, holds a PhD in family play therapy which is a technique and treatment she developed which was written up for her thesis and put in a colleagues book. She has been written up in several news and journal publications, has appeared on Oprah five times, was the featured guest in a three day series on the The Today show, and has been a guest on Fox, O’Reilly Report, CNN, 20/20, The View, Good Morning America, CBS Health Watch, CBS, ABC, NBC, Better TV, and Fox News.
Dr. Bonnie Eaker Weil is currently reaching out to schools on the subject of “Teen Relationship Development” and how to make friends and prevent bullying by positive social interactions.
Visit www.DoctorBonnie.com for more information.
Cyndie Westrich
Georgia & Surrounding Areas
For over fifteen years, Cyndie Westrich, M.A., LPC, A.T.R.-BC, has been practicing as a board certified art therapist working with women, children, adolescents and adults in hospital, residential, educational institutions and private practice. After working nine years as an art instructor and art therapist in institutions, which primarily dealt with post trauma care, Cyndie founded the E.A.S.E.L., Inc. in 1999 (Expressive Arts Studio for Empowerment in Living) in Marietta, as a community, outreach arts studio dedicated to preventative healing and transformation through the arts.
Cyndie would be happy to speak with groups about the trauma of bullying and how to use art therapy to heal from its effects. Her email address is [email protected] and website is www.easel- arttherapy.com.
Holly L. Wilson
Utah & Surrounding Areas
As a public school employee Holly has witnessed acts of violence toward both students and teachers. While protecting students from bullies she endured being spit on, bit, and scratched on numerous occasions, at times requiring medical attention. In an effort to stand up for these children she found herself fighting a losing battle with school administrators and was subsequently terminated. As a result she has become a vocal advocate for the rights of parents and students to an education in a safe environment.
Holly believes that a “Safe School Policy” that is not enforced is only words on paper. Staff who refuses to implement policies need to be held legally accountable for enabling bullies to cause irreversible damage to our children both mentally and physically.
She encourages parents and students to contact her so they can work together in finding a solution. Presentations on bullying and keeping schools safe are also available for school administration and staff training. E-mail Holly at [email protected].