School Social Work Services 11th Annual BOYS Conference featured SPEAKERS Trey Rashad Nathaniel Rashard J. Brown Cartwright Griffin Wright November 21, 2020 | 9:30AM - 1:00PM HAMPTON CITY SCHOOLS in partnership with HAMPTON UNIVERSITY’S DEPARTMENT OF COUNSELING ­ Jeffery O. Smith, Ed.D. Superintendent November 21, 2020 Dear Boys Conference Participants: On behalf of Hampton City Schools, welcome to the 11th Annual Boys Conference, sponsored by our School Social Work Services Department. This conference has been designed specically for you and I know you will take full advantage of this opportunity as you enhance your knowledge and leadership skills. Today, you will hear from dynamic speakers who will challenge and inspire you. The workshops will focus on self-awareness, self-management, and good decision-making skills that will prove to be invaluable as young men. I encourage you to take from today’s educational and youth leadership experience important skills that will continue to enrich your life for many years to come. I know you will always set high expectations and work hard to achieve your goals. I am certain this conference will be a dening experience in your personal journey. Best wishes to you in your future endeavors! Sincerely, Jeery O. Smith, Ed.D. Superintendent “Every Child, Every Day, Whatever it Takes” www.hampton.k12.va.us THANK YOU FOR JOINING US! November 21, 2020 Dear Boys Conference Participants, On behalf of the School Social Work Department of Hampton City Schools, welcome to the 11th Annual Boys Conference. This conference was Dr. Bruce A. Copeland HCS Social Work Services planned especially for you with the hope that you will leave inspired to Coordinator achieve your goals in life. Our speakers were chosen because they are real life examples of individuals who have triumphed over tragedy and oer a message of hope and forgiveness. We trust that you will leave energized and empowered to confront life’s challenges with a clear focus and a commitment to success. Finally, this conference was made possible by the generous contributions of our community partners and speakers who unselshly gave of their time, talent, and monetary and in-kind support. Hampton City Schools Social Work department cannot thank them enough for their generous contributions. Sincerely, Dr. Bruce A. Copeland Coordinator, School Social Work Services Hampton City Schools, 2020 11th For more than 150 years, Hampton University has been THE Standard of Excellence in higher education. Founded in 1868 by General Samuel Chapman Armstrong, Hampton has a long history Athletics Department. 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At 12 years old, Trey became increasingly aware of the violence that plagued his community. He wanted to do something to encourage his peers to stay out of trouble and follow their dreams instead. That year, he used his leftover birthday money to purchase 16 T-shirts. He sold out in one week. Trey quickly realized that he could use his love of design and passion for the community to create a clothing brand that not only looked good but one that would inspire youth all over the world. SPERGO ocially launched on Martin Luther King Day in 2018. Trey’s message of courage and strength caught on like wildre. His signature armation and motivational videos reached more than 20K people in just one year and now national brands and media outlets are taking notice. In just 24 months, Trey has sold almost 10,000 units of merchandise, secured several wholesale deals and has grossed more than $40K in sales for several months in a row. Celebrities like Meek Mill, Tierra Whack, Da Baby, Sean Combs, Eric Thomas, Shaquil O’Neil, Charles Barkley, and Ed Mylett can be found sporting SPERGO gear or encouraging the young mogul on social media. Trey has become a sought after youth speaker having spoken to dozens of kids at Banneker High School, C.E, King High School, The Boys and Girls Club of Philadelphia, Rowan University, Mastery Charter School, Delaware Youth Summit, Holland Elementary School, and the Forget Me Knot Youth Shelter. In April 2019, Trey was taped to be part of investment management rm Invesco’s latest advertising campaign which airs on CNN and was featured on a billboard in Times Square. He was also recently recognized by Philadelphia Councilman Kenyatta Johnson for his community work and received a key to the city. In his free time, Trey is completing the 8th grade and giving back to his community. Trey often contributes to back to school drives, visits sick children, feeds the less fortunate and serves in hometown church. Trey is just getting started! His future plans include expanding SPERGO internationally, completing his rst book and launching SPERGO’s opening his brick and mortar store in Philadelphia. WORKSHOP PRESENTER NATHANIEL GRIFFIN BIOGRAPHY Nathaniel (Nate) Grin was born in Newport News, VA to a passionate preacher (Elder Ronald Grin Sr.) and a worshipping psalmist (Pamela Grin). Along with his three siblings, he resided in the Denbigh area of the city of Newport News where he attended Denbigh High School. Nate grew up loving, and playing football. His agility and punishing hits were witnessed by many on the football eld of Denbigh High School, skills which assisted in propelling him to Marshall University. In May 2005, he received his Bachelor of Arts degree in counseling. After graduation, Nathaniel pursued a promising career in Professional football, operating as a free agent in the NFL and Canadian Football League. The passion and drive that he showed on the football eld as an oensive lineman pales in comparison to his God given drive and zeal for ministry. In October 2010, he married the lovely Ebony Elijah. Ebony, a native of Florida, holds a Bachelor’s degree from Howard University and a Master’s Degree in Education from Regent University. She presently serves as an administrator in the public school system. Nate and Ebony, along with their son (Matthieu) and daughter (NeheMiah), reside in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. Nate, a 2012 graduate of Regent University, was awarded a Masters of Divinity degree with a concentration in Practical Theology. He currently serves in ministry as the Lead Pastor of Chosen for Completion Ministries in Portsmouth, VA. Chosen for Completion is a Non-Denominational Christ Centered Ministry focused on being “the hands and feet of Christ” in neighborhoods, communities, work places, homes, and in everyday living. Aectionately known as “C4C”, this dynamic ministry exists to Seek the Lost, Strengthen the Body, and Show love to ALL…especially those who are convinced they do not deserve it. Nate serves on numerous boards