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Speakers, Assemblies, Inservices, etc

 

This section includes resource suggestions, multi-media productions, speakers, inservice presenters, and other suggestions. For more information regarding rates, etc. contact the source directly.

 

Acacia Theatre

924 E. Juneau, #209

Milwaukee, WI 53202-2748

(414)223-4996

Presents 3 musical touring plays on substance abuse, gangs, peer pressure, and teen sexuality called the “SMART Choice.”

 

Active Parenting Publishers

1955 Vaugh Road NW, # 108

Kennesaw, GA  30144-7808

(800)825-0060

Curricula, videos, pamphlets, posters and other info to help parents help their kids.

 

Anthony, Mitch

PO Box 34

Rochester, MN

 

 “Positive Peer Pressure,” supportive of each other—grades 7-12.

 

Baenen, Judith

National Middle School Assn

4807 Evanswood Dr.

Columbus, OH  43229

(614)848-8211

Speaker, consultant on “A Survival Kit for Junior High” offering practical, yet humorous help on how to survive the early adolescent years.  

 

Camfel Productions

15709 Arrow Hwy #2

Irwindale, CA 91706-9910

(800)522-6335

Multi-media assemblies, varied production available

 

CASPAR Alcohol and Drug Education Program

226 Highland Ave.

Somerville, MA 02143

(617)623-2080

ATOD prevention curricula for K-3 and 4-6 including information for teachers. Paperbacks also available.

 

CHEF (Comprehensive Health Education Foundation)

22323 Pacific Hwy South

Seattle, WA 98198

(800) 323-2433

Information about Natural Helpers Training for Trainers regional workshops, Here’s Looking at You, Get Real About AIDS, and Youth Matters as well as others.

 

Children of Alcoholics
Foundation, Inc.

164 West 74th St

New York, NY 10023

(646) 505-2060

“The Images Within,” a program for 10-14 yr. olds about alcoholism, its effects on children, and how to help friends in need. Package includes lesson plans, handouts, and 25 drawings made by children of alcoholics.

 

Children’s Trust Fund

110 E. Main St

Madison WI 53703

(866) 640-3936
or

(608) 266-6871

“Positive Parenting Kit” includes tips to prevent child sexual abuse, disciplining without physical punishment, and building child’s self-esteem. Free

 

Clements, Robbie

Tomorrow River Music

PO Box 165

Madison, WI 53701

(608) 423-3095

Follow your Dream

 

CLIMB Theatre Company

6415 Carmen Ave E
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

(612) 227-9600
or
(800) 767-9660

Drama speaks a language young people understand, and when CLIMB performs in a gym or teaches in a classroom. . . .kids listen!!! CLIMB produces original plays and classes for K-12th grade on topics like:
Bullying, Acceptance of Differences, Substance Abuse Prevention, Respect, The Environment, Violence Prevention

 

Close Encounters…of the
Chemical Kind

Bill Bosworth

PO Box 808

Lake Geneva, WI 53147

(414)248-4399

A series of demonstrations designed and selected for their proven ability to stimulate student’s curiosity and assist them in understanding chemical phenomena (1 hr in length)

 

Comedy in Motion

Bruce & Hanell Cleveland

Neenah

(920)722-6439

Juggling and unicycle show, K-6 plus parents and teachers.

 

Cornerstone Productions

Laura Clark-Hansen

(800)962-2477

Theatrical presentations for 5-12 grade students and adults. Topics are social issues faced by 5-12 graders.

 

Mark Denning

Cultural Horizons, Inc

3900 E. Holmes

Cudahy, WI 53110

(414)482-4039

Inservice, workshops and presentations on American Indian cultural topics, tailored for audiences ranging from preschool to adult. Presentations appropriate to ATOD that captivate youth and adults alike.

 

Dept. of Public Instruction

125 S. Webster

PO Box 7841

Madison, WI 53707

(608)266-1649

The DPI Student Services/Prevention & Wellness Team, headed by Mike Thompson, consists of seven consultants versed in ATOD comprehensive school health programs. Available for consultation and technical assistance.

 

Dept. of Transportation

Office of Transportation Safety

PO Box 7910

Madison, WI 53707

(608)266-0551

“The Rest of Your Life” multi-image format introduced by a member of the State Patrol or Dept. of Transportation.

 

Drug Abuse Task Force

Boy Scouts of America

1325 W. Walnut Hill Lane

PO Box 152079

Irving, TX 75015-2079

 

“Drugs: A Deadly Game” – complete kit for ATOD prevention or video, teacher’s guide; brochures and posters sold separately.

 

Drug Enforcement Agency US Department of Justice

Nancy A. Lane, Special Agent

219 S. Dearborn St., Ste 500

Chicago, IL  60604

(312)353-7875

A variety of presentations and materials available FREE of charge.

 

Green Bay Packers

1265 Lombardi Ave

Green Bay, WI  54304

(920)494-5701

Call to request players and coaches to speak about various topics such as staying in school, away from drugs, football and football strategy, commitment to goals, and their own lives. Presentations available only January-May.

 

Hocking, Nick

PO Box 866

Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54535

 

American Indian who speaks to children about his ancestry.

 

Imagination Theater, Inc.

1801 W. Byron St., Studio 25

Chicago, IL 60613-4100

(773)929-4100

The program goal is designed to create awareness and provoke discussion about human issues, including self-esteem, self-image, substance abuse, peer pressure and communication in an entertaining, non-dogmatic way.

 

Inner Management Institute Inc.

PO Box 779

Boulder Junction, WI 54512

(715)385-0060

 Stuart Whipple, trainer. Assorted staff trainings for grad. credit.

 

InnerPlay

17290 Circle Drive

Lakewood, WI  54138

(715)276-7888

Mark Therrien, director, is dedicated to the therapeutic power of laughter and play. He believes they can be used to reduce stress, increase productivity, maintain positive attitudes, and increase motivation. Presents to educators, businesses, hospitals and parent groups

 

Inside/Outside Adventures

Lin Peterson

Box 94

Carney, MI  49812-0094

(906)788-4103

 

 

 

Winnebago Mental
Health Institute

PO Box 9

Winnebago, WI  54985

(920)235-4910

Especially effective at junior/high school and adult levels.

 

Jones, Skip

W12998 River Road
Bowler, WI 54416

(715)793-4709

Folk music & story telling with strong emphasis on family values. Personal message about drunk driving.

 

Real Kids Real Life
Paul Dunbar

PO Box 964

Cedar Falls, IA  50613

(888)477-2040
or

(319)277-2040

General assembly for students and faculty. Paul will stay all day to speak and meet with students in small groups.

 

Kollar, Bill

Seymour High School

10 Circle Dr

Seymour, WI  54165

(920)833-2304

Promotes student goal setting. Inspirational, motivational.

 

Life Skills Center

Dale Olen

10125 W. North Ave.

Wauwatosa, WI  53226

(414) 475-1600

lectures, workshops, and consultation on team-building, communication, relationships, stress management, conflict, mediation, and self-esteem.

 

McGowan & Associates

Mike McGowan

N23 W27157 Shelley Lynn Dr

Pewaukee, WI 53072

(414)695-1867

 Training, inservice and consultation on SAP, ATOD programs, EAP, youth programs.

 

Mendez, C.E. Foundation, Inc.

601 S. Magnolia

Tampa, FL  33606

(813)251-3600

Drug prevention programs and curricula for grades K-12.

 

Motivational Media Assemblies

148 S. Victory Blvd

Burbank, CA 91502

(818)848-1980

Tours the US with presentations about conflict resolution and substance abuse called “Harmony and Champions.”

 

N-CARE

Josie Steltenpohl

(715)723-3513

 An all volunteer presentation by emergency room nurses. Hard hitting eyewitness accounts of consequences of drinking and driving. Gr. 9-12 & adults.  

 

National Peer Helpers Association

Social Work Dept.

New Trier High School

385 Winnetka Ave.

Winnetka, IL  60093

(708) 446-7000 ext. 2250

 Workshops and conferences to develop skills needed for improving peer helping programs.

 

Neighbors, Chuck
Master Image Productions

PO Box 903

Salem, OR  97308

(503)399-0415
or

(503)393-7009

Grades 9-12.

 

NEWIST-CESA 7

UWGB

2420 Nicolet Dr.

Green Bay, WI  54311

(920)465-2599

Half hour videotaped documentaries dealing with critical social issues such as teens and AIDS, women and AIDS, parents and teachers discuss AIDS, homeless people, children of alcoholics, skills for adolescent parents, information for parents of at-risk children, sexual orientation and elder abuse.

 

Northern Wisconsin Center

PO Box 967

Minocqua, WI  54548

(800)677-7692

Training, inservice, workshops on ATOD programs, peer programs, Caring for the Caretaker, etc.

 

Olsen, Phil

PO Box 158

Readstown, WI 54652

(608)629-5605

Topics include stress management, training volunteers, outreach programs, alcohol and other drug prevention, motivation, and death & dying. Fee: $75 plus expenses.

 

Options Unlimited, Inc.

Speakers Bureau

617 Sunrise Lane

Green Bay, WI 54301

(920)339-0011

Professional speakers, trainers and seminar leaders.

 

Pathway Center

Carol Troestler

55 Lincoln

Prairie du Sac, WI  54768

(608)643-3663

 Inservice, training and consultation on ATOD programs, violence, critical incident debriefing, caring for the caregiver, time management for managers, EAP, dealing with life threatening illness, etc.

 

Perinchief, Dr. Robert Perry Enterprises, Inc.

(800)527-2966

Programs using music, drama and visuals to reach children and youth. Presentations include: “Towards Drug Free Schools,” “Hamel the Camel-a Different Mammal,” and “Drug Free Word Spree.” (Some presentations also available in book form with cassette.)

 

Prevention Resource Center,
Madison

(800)248-9244

Free educational materials, program research, library and information services, prevention outreach, technical assistance, training. Excellent resource!

 

Project Assist Wisconsin

(608)266-8322

Programs to reduce or prevent smoking.

 

Project Oz

201 E. Grove St

Bloomington, IL  61701

(309)827-0377

Drug education curricula for grades K-12 including special programs for learning disabled and mentally handicapped.

 

Randall, Karl

W11590 County Road D

Holcombe, WI 54745

(800)228-6393

Talks about openness, honesty, genuineness, and being a true friend. Well received by students who have heard him talk.

 

Relapse Prevention Services

8112 W. Bluemound Road # 101

Wauwatosa, WI  53213

(414)258-8706

Training and consultation geared specifically toward students who have gone through treatment (may also be applied to student workshops and to other compulsive behaviors). Will design to meet your school’s individual needs and timeframes.  

 

Rodrigues, Laurie

P.Y.D./D.O.T. grant position

122 State St., Suite 310

Madison, WI  53703

(608)255-6351

Full time youth program consultant offering services including teaching youth members and adult advisors how to increase and energize participation in youth traffic safety programs, training, program development, and a variety of presentations.

 

Say No Magic Show

Jerry Christianson

14100 W. Park Ave.

New Berlin, WI 53151

(414) 425-2457

 Magic effects, audience participation, visual aids

 

Short, Ray Dr.

505 S. Miller Ave.

Lafayette, CO  80026

(303) 666-5025

Topics include: Sex, love or infatuation: How can I really know? How far is too far? How to make wise choices about sex? How parents/youth can talk about sex and love.

 

Slim Goodbody Corp.

27 W. 20th St., Suite 1207

New York, NY  10011

(800) 962-7546

Musical presentations. “The Musical Health Show” – K-4; “Attention Prevention” – K-6

 

Slowey, Dan

Positive Youth Development Coord.

Kimberly High School

545 S. John St

Kimberly, WI 54136
dslowey@kimberly.k12.wi.us

(920)788-7761

Dan Slowey has facilitated many trainings, workshops, and seminars involving educators, parents, community members and youth. His seminars and assemblies are interactive, enthusiastic, and inspirational.

 

“Sonny” Smart

UW Stevens Point

Collins Classroom Blvd 462

Stevens Point, WI 54481
ssmart@uwsp.edu

(715)346-3748

Smart, Sonny, a clinical social worker and American Indian who speaks to parents and youth about ATOD issues with native American families.

 

Bob Steenlage Story

RR 1 Box 108

Galesville, WI 54630-9725

(800)777-8778

 The son of an alcoholic who was told he was too dumb and too weak to accomplish anything, Bob’s stirring account of his childhood struggle has raised the consciousness of parents and students alike. Program provides students, teachers and parents with a compassionate and practical approach to facing the complex problems of growing up in the world today.

 

Trooper Jones/Sgt. Terg

State Patrol

PO Box 984

Fond du Lac, WI 54936

(920) 929-3700
or

(920) 467-8226

 Grades 7-12, adults/community

 

UW-Green Bay

Speakers Bureau

UWGB Theatre Hall

(920) 465-2102

Contact office for complete list of speakers and subjects covered

 

Gear Up

4753 N. Broadway, Suite 912

Chicago, IL 60640

 

Grades 6-8, Improv group “The Diamond Inside Me.”

 

Wiley, Pat

N12073 Breed Road

Clintonville, WI 54929

(715) 823-4770

Professional entertainer, folksinger, songwriter, musician-humor, self-disclosure attitudes, healthy messages.

 

Wisconsin Assoc. of Children of Alcoholics

Ann Krolick

PO Box 14253

Madison, WI 53714

(608)545-8127

Non-profit network of information and services to support and serve children of alcoholics. Can arrange for speakers and presentation on any related topic.

 

Wisconsin Clearinghouse
Prevention Resource Center

Alcohol and Other Drugs

315 N. Henry St.

Madison, WI 53703

(608)262-9158

ATOD information and workshops on strategic planning.

 

Wisconsin Prevention Network

711 W. Capitol Dr., Room 210

Milwaukee, WI  53206

(414)264-2660

Membership organization consisting of individuals and organizations concerned with preventing life problems and promoting health.

 

Women Reaching Women

Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center

2629 N. 7th St

Sheboygan, WI 53083

(920)459-5536

30-60 minute programs about ATOD. Diverse backgrounds including counselors, recovering women, sociologists, ministers and students.