A special year is upon us! Our Kids in Action is celebrating its 10th Anniversary of successfully motivating and inspiring Long Island middle school student "Ambassadors".
On December 3, 2010, thousands of our enthusiastic and bright youth will attend the Tenth Annual Our Kids in Action Youth Conference. For this special anniversary, we will be showcasing local youth who have contributed to their community on both local and global levels.
Through the generosity of Long Island corporate and private sponsors, the conference is offered FREE of charge to Long Island middle school students and their teachers. The conference supports school curriculums that foster character education, self-respect and leadership within the community.
Here's what you have said about the Annual Youth Conference:
Meris First, Student Government Advisor and Family and Consumer Science Teacher, Locust Valley Middle School "This year’s conference was extremely inspirational for my students. Sarah’s positive attitude is contagious. She has such a powerful message to pass on to others and my students believed in her words of wisdom. I have several students who would love to participate in a round table discussion."
Stephanie Honig, School Counselor Mineola Middle School “The kids really enjoyed the excitement of the Kids in Action Youth Conference and we look forward to attending again next year. Thank you for having us, and thank you for providing this great day for our kids.”
Nancy Poulis, Patchogue-Medford Schools "Thanks again for the the wonderful experience you gave my students."
Andrea Nordquist, Assistant Principal of St. Martin de Porres Marianist School “The students and faculty of St. Martin de Porres Marianist School just wanted to say thank you for a wonderful conference. The goodie bags were a great hit and the booklet this year was a nice added touch.”
CLICK HERE for photos and videos from the 2009 conference!
2009 conference keynote speaker Sarah Reinertsen
Sarah is an athlete, motivational speaker, role model and an advocate for change. She is the First Female Amputee to finish the Ironman Triathlon Championships/Kona Hawaii 2005--- ESPY winner 2006---USTA’s Best Female Disabled Triathlete, Seen on “The Amazing Race” CBS session #10. In 2007 Sarah was given the Outstanding Young Californian Award. In 2008 Sarah received the Women Who Mean Business Courage Award and was honored in 2009 with the Cool Women Award from the Girl Scouts of America. Sarah is woman defined buy courage. She will empower the middle school students of Long Island by a simple but powerful mantra: Don’t ever give up on what you believe in. Not once. Not ever! Fear Less Live More!
Get more info on Sarah's website www.alwaystri.net
2008 OUR KIDS IN ACTION YOUTH CONFERENCE
The 8th Annual Youth Conference. The 2008 conference keynote speakers were John Basedow - Fitness Celebrity, and Fran Capo -three-time record holder as the World's Fastest Talking Female. They presented their program, "ThePower to Change Your Life". Together, John and Fran are leading a national crusade against a widespread epidemic, which they call "settle-itis". Through their unique stories of self-made success, this dynamic duo educated, captivated and motivated the audience in achieving their dreams while living life to the fullest.
A Letter From a Student Who Attended the 2005 Youth Conference
A Reflection From a Student Who Attended the 2006 Youth Conference
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