In addition to Stand up and writing, Akintunde is a dynamic Motivational Speaker - with more than 10 years of experience captivating audiences of all ages. By mixing comedic timing and a vast knowledege on many subjects, Akintunde motivates adults and children alike to obtain the faith required to become their absolute personal best. In 2004, Akintunde accepted the charge to motivate and mentor young people through the Blaze Mentoring program.
…COMMITTED TO MOTIVATING AND INSPIRING YOUNG MINDS TO GROW AND 'PRESS TOWARD THE MARK' OF OUT OF THE BOX THINKING …AND REDEFINING EXCELLENCE, AS NOT COMPARING YOURSELF TO OTHERS BUT AS STRIVING FOR YOUR PERSONAL BEST…
PURPOSE: Blaze Mentoring programs are designed to utilize a small group settings to connect with young male and female students while simultaneously modeling and educating them on effective strategies to bring them to their full and expected potential. (10 sessions)
OBJECTIVES:
To define and establish the importance of Self-Respect and Positive Self-image (Who Am I?)
To explain and explore Good Manners and Etiquette and Respect of Others
To define short term and long term Goal- Setting and examine realistic and practical methods of applying these goals to everyday life
To offer strategies for Self-Motivation
To introduce Anti-Bullying strategies
To emphasize the Importance of Education and demonstrate relevance to the achievement of life goals
To explore Creative Writing skills
To Stimulate and Motivate through creative writing
To broaden enthusiasm and stimulate thought through various Non-Traditional Excursions
OUTCOME: Students will gain empowerment through a deeper understanding of themselves, their abilities, and the opportunities available to them. Students will co-author practical and applicable goals to keep them focused on the future in spite of any negative distractions.
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ESSAY CONTEST
PORT WENTWORTH’S AHMAD JOHNSON WINS $100 CASH PRIZE IN THE M2M LEADERSHIP
ESSAY CONTEST
Ahmad Johnson was awarded $100 for his typed two-page
essay on “What It Means To Be a Leader”.
Ahmad not only had the best essay, but displayed the great leadership
qualities that he wrote about during the four week program.
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