Biography

A former gang member that became a school administrator. Cornelius lived a life which a soap opera writer would appreciate. His world was one of constant trials and tribulations. Many of them grew out of the bad choices he made, while others were beyond his control. Principals and teachers misunderstood his search for recognition and acceptance, and rewarded his actions with frequent punishments and suspensions.

Cornelius was admitted into a street gang. They were thugs who carried weapons and caused problems in the neighborhood. However, he began to have misgivings when he was placed in awkward positions. Cornelius' life was one of searching for acceptance, recognition and respect. He realized that being successful in life does not mean having a lot of material possessions. He realized the value of a good education, which will be his forever.

Cornelius is presently a much sought-after lecturer for school and community groups on the subject of current cognitive and behavioral trends exhibited by today's youth. His career in education has spanned more than 25 years in the capacity of classroom teacher and administrator on both elementary and secondary levels. Cornelius has published over 10 books.

Presentations Include the following:

• "Listening With Your Eyes"
  Regaining the pulse of your child with solutions to a better relationship.
• "For Ladies Only"
  An inside look at the pressures that confront our young ladies today.
• "The Wall"
  Conquering Obstacles.
• "The Choice: Stupidity vs. Dignity"
  Children making choices that will affect their lives.
• "Let There Be Peace"
  There is a choice...the inner realities of gang involvement.
• "Daddy or Father"
  Parents/guardians living up to their responsibilities.
• "And Yet He Lived"
  A Fact-based lecture about a child's journey through poverty and pain.
• "The Life of a Jock"
  The academic and athletic pressures on and off the court.

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