Hope 4 The Wounded Educational Seminars, LLC

Joe Hendershott has an extensive and diverse background dealing with difficult and  troubled youth that gives him a unique perspective on this topic.  His belief is that for achievement and life success to happen, healing needs to take place.  Joe's presentations are informative and inspiring, and he speaks with passion about understanding the wounded children in our midst.

Joe presents workshops and staff development in the following areas:

• Reaching the Wounded Student (Child)
• The Art of Teaching
• The "No Failure School"
• Reaching the Bottom Third
• Keep the Main Thing the Main Thing--Student Achievement
• Staff Performance--You Are on the Ballot Every Day
• When Communities Invest in the Wounded Student (Child)
• Teaching Teachers to Empower Themselves
• Alternative Discipline Techniques to Lower Suspensions/Expulsions
• Esteem Building/Emotional Development

Please note that most of these sessions can be geared to anyone working with children in various capacities.  If you have any questions or wish to schedule a workshop/seminar, please contact us.

What People Are Saying

"I was most impressed with the concept of having a 'wounded student' as opposed to 'at-risk'.  The 'wounded student' gives us more insight as to the depth of students' challenges.  I will always remember this when I attempt to assist my students in overcoming their personal obstacles."

"Joe is very passionate in his profession and his trainings.  This makes it very easy to follow and learn his lessons."

"Excellent workshop.  We need more people to buy into this philosophy."

"Mr. Hendershott was knowledgeable and presented material in a teachable way."

"Excellent!  I would like to see it again!"

From National High Schools That Work Conference, 2006:  "Joe presented 'Understanding & Healing the Wounded Student' to rave reviews.  His message of working to understand the emotional as well as the educational needs of children is clear and meaningful.  People who have heard him speak come away with the knowledge and strategies they need to assist all students to take ownership of their learning and achieve."

"Joe is a caring, passionate & sincere man who truly loves what he does...Awesome!"

"Very good information.  I believe that addressing the issues of the wounded student is the key to their success in society."

"Thanks for making me think--great ending.  It's nice to be in a workshop with closure."

"Excellent speaker; good & relevant stories.  Easy to connect.  Motivational."