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Timothy M. Shoemaker, MS is a multiple time Summa Cum Laude graduate and former member of MENSA. He holds multiple graduate certificates and over 40 professional certifications. He has consulted internationally, with hundreds of organizations, on the topics of student wellness and character development. A heavily-credentialed speaker and trainer, Tim has received national endorsement, keynoting numerous professional conferences and and being invited to speak at hundreds of K-12 institutions.
Why is Tim perfect for YOUR audience?
Tim presents the extremely rare combination of a compelling personal story backed by comprehensive professional credentials.
STEP 1. Choose Your Format.
Live Keynotes
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Select a spectacular educational or motivational seminar for audiences of any size.
Remote Classroom
From $1000*
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Online Courses
From $2 per student!
Instantly indulge yourself or your audience in one of our AMAZING online educational programs.
STEP 2. Choose Your Topic or Decide on a Custom Keynote for Your Audience
STEP 3. Once you've planned your perfect event, it's time to reserve a date!
OPIATE MISUSE & OVERDOSE PREVENTION FOR STUDENTS
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A Second Too Late...
This moving intervention provides a heart-wrenching glimpse into the world of opiate addiction, inviting students to protect their community at all costs. Tim has not only lost several loved-ones to overdose, but has personally fought to save the lives of numerous overdose victims. From recreational experimetation, to the debilitating clutches of addiction, and even the emergency administration of Narcan in the field, Tim has intimately experienced all sides of the opiate crisis. Students are not only captivated by the extraordinary reality of Tim's account, but are educated as to how they can protect themselves and their community from this deadly temptation.
RAISING RESILIENCY FOR STUDENTS
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Passion, Purpose & Power
Now seen by tens of thousands of students in grades 3-Adult, this light and empowering address is famous for exciting the hearts and minds of all audiences. Tim's tales as an educator, coach, father and mentor add penetrating insight and boat-loads of humor to this enriching topic. Exciting elements of audience engagement and uplifting motivation are used to help Tim demonstrate the proven techniques and perspectives that build human resiliency. Clients should expect a lasting impact across a broad profile of potential audience members.
VAPING PREVENTION FOR STUDENTS, STAFF & PARENTS
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SAVE YOUR BREATH
Thousands of reviews from students, administrators and parents argue that this is the absolute King of Vaping Prevention Programs. Now in its tenth successful year and fresh off of a new literature review, the SAVE YOUR BREATH program absolutely crushes this topic like no other. From chest-thumping music and eye-popping special effects, to mind-blowing revelations that directly target teens, this 60 minute program pulls out all the stops. With age-adjusted content for 3rd-12th, and separate Parent & Staff elements, Save Your Breath is guaranteed to make a huge impact in your community.
THE DIGITAL DILEMMA
This is a parent / staff program built to accompany the student assembly.
PROTECTING KIDS FROM SCREENS
Tim has been on the front-lines of ONLINE THREATS AGAINST KIDS for decades. As an educator and mentor, he has seen first hand how screentime has negatively affected the mental health and school performance of teens. As a privacy advocate, he has confronted the shameless exploitation of our online privacy by data brokers, hackers and other predators. As a resident tech-geek, he confronts the exploits and security risks of online activity on a daily basis. This absolutely stunning course gracefully addresses each of these topics, demonstrating the greatest concerns and presenting real-world actionable techniques for educators and parents to use now.
ONLINE SAFETY & CITIZENSHIP
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THE DIGITAL DILEMMA
The most common and destructive threats to kids today are found online. From persistent child predators, to degrading mental health, poor life-habbits, failed learning techniques and much much more. Contemporary research is credibly linking a child's time online to diminished performance across a broad spectrum of metrics. From decreased life-outcomes and impaired life-happiness to increased contact with predators, bullies, mature content and pro-drug messaging; parents and educators are today facing a very clear generational disaster. The future must be built around increasing safeguards and a more robust public acknowledgement of the damage being done to kids online. This high-energy and evocative assembly inspires students of all ages to take an active role in decreasing these digital threats while increasing pro-social digital citizenship. Everything from mean comments, to fake accounts, AI generated pictures, inappropriate memes and other threats are skillfully addressed within a 60 min assembly.
ONLINE SAFETY & CITIZENSHIP
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COLLEGE CAMPUS SAFETY
This fan favorite is popular for high school senior wellness days and college freshman. orientation events. *Note that June and August dates for this progam book up at least six months in advance. It is a fun, energetic, engaging and wildly informative 45 minute program that brings students up to speed on the classic dangers of living away on a college campus. Without using fear or fantasy, Tim draws on his years of experience policing college campuses and gently guides students towards the best practices. So many students will learn these things the hard way, but not yours. Many high schools use this as an annual staple of their Senior Wellness programs. Book today, or call for references near you!
INSPIRING DRUG-FREE DECISIONS
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THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE
Tim's unique path in life began in an environment where drug use was prevalent amongst both friends and family members. The predictable effects of drug use inevitably effected those whom he cared about most, and continue to do so today. Tim credits his decision to remain alcohol, tobacco & drug free as being the most important decision of his life. In this very intimate and probing exploration of his experience through childhood, the teens years & adulthood, Tim describes the challenges of being drug-free and unveils the lesser-known treasures of a drug-free life. Teens, in particular, instantly identify with Tim's candid approach and depiction of his struggles. Every audience is moved by the emotion of his journey, and inspired by the unlikely results of his one decision...to be Drug-Free. This staple of Tim's powerful speaking catalogue has toured schools, colleges, adult & youth conferences and community events across the country.
PROM SEASON - SAFE CELEBRATIONS
THE PERFECT BALANCE FOR FOR SAFE CELEBRATIONS
PRE-PROM / GRADUATION SEASON
Having spent several decades working as a police officer on college campuses and communities during prom season, Tim has a treasure trove of real-life sories to share with students, staff and families. Student presentations are kept lively and celebrative, but have extremely powerful segments demonsrating the tragic results of over-indulgence, drunk driving, drug use, sexual assault and other common Prom-Season failures. Students are left in a good an optimistic mood, but have a wealth of preventative information to keep things safe. Parent programs include critical prevention strategies, such as pre-game planning, limiting access to substances, setting clear expectations, arranging transportation, detecting and addressing intoxicated teens and responses to overdose. Again, lots of audience participation and plenty of fun make each of these presentations as entertaining as they are enlightening.
Notable Clients:
The Peck School
The Pennington School
Dwight Englewood Academy
The Deleware Military Academy
Don Bosco Preparatory H.S.
MetLife
Fairleigh Dickinson University
NJ Association of Student Assistant Professionals
PA Association of Student Assistance Professionals
100+ K-12 Schools across America and dozens of organizations.
Curriculum Vitale
Timothy Shoemaker, M.S. is a multiple-time Summa Cum Laude graduate and former member of MENSA. He holds several graduate certificates and dozens of professional training certifications. He has been honored as both the U.S. National Drug Abuse Resistance Education Officer of the Year, and the New Jersey State DARE Officer of the year. Tim has received awards from multiple professional organizations in both education and law enforcement, and has been formally recognized by members of the state and national government. In 2011, an American flag was flown over the U.S. Capitol in honor of Tim's distinguished public service.
Tim has partnered with dozens of organizations, both domestic and internationally. He has personally spoken at several hundred K-12 schools, college campuses, corporate events & leadership seminars, and he has keynoted several respected professional conferences. He holds over 40 Trade Certifications and is a graduate of the F.B.I. Leadership and Supervision Course. Before retiring from law enforcement, Tim was credentialed by the Division of Criminal Justice and served several years as a Lead Instructor at a NJ police academy.
Tim spent more than 10 years in primary/secondary education. His passion today remains focussed on the development of K-12 student wellness and family support services. His efforts center on the development of cutting-edge student educational events that pursue powerful wellness objectives in exciting new ways. (Download a Speaker Description Sheet for Sharing.)
Personal Story
Tim's passion for primary/secondary education was forged in his bleak but inspirational beginnings. A series of unfortunate events and impositions cast a shadow over much of his childhood. Sporadic poverty, traumatic injuries, substance abuse and other adverse events splintered his family and ushered in a self-destructive adolescent mindset. Fateful interventions from local heroes in the school & police department rescued Tim and resurrected his outlook on life. Tim credits these local heroes for saving his life, and wishes more than anything to pay their meaningful legacy forward.
Today a humbling assortment of public plaques, dedications and resolutions stand as tribute to Tim's pursuit of the legacy that was once gifted to him. Yet he is proudest when standing alongside the parents and public servants who today fight for the future of our youngest generations. (Click to learn more about Tim's story.)