Theme: Purposeful Collisions

The gathering opens up encounters with thoughtful big ideas and the people who will be sharing them. Come build your creative thoughts, connect with your community, and band together with other people to have purposeful collisions.

TEDxClintonMiddleSchool
75 Chenango Ave
Clinton, New York, 13323
United States

Anthony Kim

Chief Learning Officer at Education Elements

Anthony Kim is a Corwin Press bestselling author, with publications including The New Team Habits, The New School Rules, and The Personalized Learning Playbook. His writing ranges the topics of the future of work, leadership and team motivation, improving the way we work, and innovation in systems-based approaches to organizations and school design. Anthony believes that how we work is the key determinant to the success of any organization. In addition to his writing, Anthony is the founder and CLO of Education Elements, a trusted partner and consultant to thousands of schools and districts nationwide. Anthony has been the founder of several companies across multiple industries, including online education, ecommerce, and concerts and events. You can connect with Anthony via Twitter and Instagram at @anthonx or subscribe to the team blog at www.edelements.com. The newsletter includes tips, inspiration, and ideas on how to better lead teams in a rapidly changing world.

Benjamin George

The Professor

Ben George spends his days learning in the 4th grade at the Fred W. Hill School in Brockport, New York. Yep, he is only nine!!! His teacher refers to him as “The Professor” due to his passion for history and writing. Instinctively curious, Ben dreams of a world in which people have the power to choose what they learn. He is a drummer and enjoys being part of the History Hawks Club and the Yearbook Club. He dreams of world peace and believes that all countries want peace. He hopes to one day be a lawyer, historian, or a professor of history.

Gavin Kapes VanSlyke

Student

Gavin Kapes VanSlyke is an 8th grader at Clinton Middle School. He enjoys reading, playing sports, building computers and robots, and playing video games. In school, he is a part of many clubs and organizations. One of which is the Wishtree project

Gemma Spadea

student

Gemma Spadea is an 8th-grade student from Clinton Central School. In her free time, she likes to listen to music, play guitar, and she is currently watching all of the Marvel movies in order. She also is student council president. Her favorite animal is a squirrel, and some of her favorite books include Scythe, They Both Die at the End, and Holding Up the Universe. One day she hopes to get a job in science or engineering and to make music and art when she’s not working.

Hudson Daughtry

student

Hudson Daughtry is a 7th grader in Clinton Middle School. Hudson is passionate about Filmography and has an interest in Technology. Hudson lives with his parents and his two little brothers Rhys and Elias.

Jada Hartfield

Empowered Teacher

Jada L. Hartfield is a self-proclaimed multi-faceted, and multi-task oriented woman on a M.I.S.S.I.O.N. to help women, both young and seasoned become the best versions of themselves. As a wife and busy momma of three, including twins; she has found her calling; using her Corporate and Military Careers to pay it forward. Jada is extremely passionate about pouring into women who are ready and willing to master areas in their lives, ultimately sending the trajectory of their success beyond their wildest imaginations. She is enthusiastic about passing the baton forward and Empowering the Next Generation of tomorrow's trailblazers.

Jen Traverse

Mindset Coach

Beyond any label, name, or photograph, Jen sees herself as an authentic, raw, sensitive, and inspiring woman. After a successful reimagination of her soul, she lives her life one step at a time, recalibrating each day and trusting that her truth is rooted in satisfaction. Meditator. Mindset Coach. RN. Author. Health & wellness speaker. Her colorful life includes many bright moments, as well as a dark past that she hid for years. Today, Jen is sharing her astounding and inspiring experiences (from overcoming addiction and an eating disorder to using meditation to transform her life) through her new book “Recalibrate” and guest speaking appearances. With her dynamic and hilariously candid (and sometimes uncensored) personality, Jen appeals to a variety of audiences. She has lived many realities and has an important message for individuals from all walks of life, be it the frazzled mom, the burnt-out health care worker, or the overworked CEO.

John George

student

John George is an undergraduate student at Columbia University and a recent graduate of Rome Free Academy in Rome, New York. In high school, John started a videography and graphic design small business called Rome Visuals, which received a number of awards in national-level video competitions and produced content for a range of local small businesses. Since then, John has been interested in sharing his experiences with high school students and inspiring other young people to pursue entrepreneurship. He believes entrepreneurship to be extremely beneficial to high school students, allowing for the development of useful skills such as time management, social responsibility, and fiscal independence and responsibility.

Kashish Kalita

student

Kashish is an 11-year-old girl who desires to be an Artist with positive influence. Kashish’s persona comprises an Author (published two books), Actor, Pageant Winner (at age 8 & 9), Model, Classical Dancer, Speaker, Songwriter, Coach, and an Animator. She is studying in 5th grade and maintaining A-grade at school. Over the years, Kashish has won many awards in diverse endeavors, including Great Orator Championship 2020 award. She has been interviewed in TV and Radio talk shows, online media, and magazines. Kashish always thinks about how she can inspire more kids and help them to achieve success, just like she is blessed to be on the road to success. She desires to be a thought leader to influence many kids around the world to identify and pursue their dreams!

Martin Amuso

Student

Martin Amuso is a true legend among us. He enjoys playing catch with his father and brother as well as spending time with his friends. He is also an avid shower singer and enjoys doing voices. However, not only does he sing but he also has been in multiple school musicals and so loves to dance and act. He’s especially happy on the few Sundays of the year when he can watch Formula 1 races and make his own predictions on who will win this time around. When he grows up Martin isn’t quite sure what exactly he wants to do but he knows that he wants to have fun doing whatever it is.

SharonMarie Bartz

student

SharonMarie is a Junior from Brockport High School, and a member of her school podcast group, as well as literary magazine. She enjoys art, writing, and language among many other hobbies and activities. She likes travelling, drawing people, and learning about history throughout the world. She loves to learn new skills, and put them to use. Her favourite bands are Sabaton and the Oh Hellos, though she listens to a lot of other music, as well. Her favourite books are The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas, Les Misérables by Victor Hugo, and The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. She is learning French in school, and trying to learn German on her own. She is interested in pursuing a career in Education.