He was the boy in high school that always got in trouble. He never had books, never listened, and always had something to say. He graduated homeless. 20 years later he showed his face. This time he was focused. Nothing or no one could stop him. Officially, Dr. Damon Omar Colbert
Dr. Smith's Empowering Yound Black Males program at Monmouth University. Always a pleasure to hang out with these young men and kick the knowledge, plant the seed, and provide informational opportunity. #MonmouthUniversity
Mens Empowerment Circle where "Black Men" come together, share their stories, build, learn, get reassurance, inspiration, find motivation, etc. Not just a group, its experience; from 18 to 90 year old men; lessons are found in the context. Join a brotherhood, grow, heal, empower!
Every kid in the house must read for 30 minutes straight every night & summerize what they read. They are on their 3rd book this month. Quick reads no more than 200 pages. Reading and the ability to comprehend, elaborate on, and/or question is an essential life skill!
Finally, my two books have arrived!
Honored that I was able to collaborate and learned from some of the best in the country! ππ½
#Editor#Published@igiglobal
Student Athlete π―π―βοΈ. Proud Dad moment! I know I push him for better on everything, and it can be overwhelming at times, but he knows the mission is to build himself up to be the best man he can be. He knows he is building that man now, and he accepts the mission. #Consistency
We were aware and prepared when opportunity presented itself. We stayed the course and accomplished the once unbelievable task. By doing so, we now relfect, influence, and inspire those struggling with doubt. We show that possibility is attainable even within impossible feelings.
Little things we share. From trauma to homelessness & being trouble kids, he became the first black male EdD graduate and I became the first Hispanic male EdD graduate at @monmouthu
When the world told us that we couldn't, we DID IT! Also, we were featured in the same magazine from @MUschoolofEduca
Now, we serve & love supporting children in our communities!
Thank you, @DrColbert for the inspiration!