FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 21, 2002

CONTACT: Lisa Lacher, (515) 271-3119

RENOWNED SPEAKER TO LEAD SEMINAR AT DRAKE

William Glasser, renowned psychiatrist, author and lecturer, will lead a day-long seminar at Drake University Saturday, Oct. 26, in Parents Hall in Olmsted Center, 29th Street and University Avenue.

The event, which is titled “Every Child Can Succeed: Strategies for Successful Schools,” is sponsored by the Drake School of Education and Green Valley Area Education Agency 14 in cooperation with the Mid-American Region of the William Glasser Institute.

In his presentation, Glasser will explain how teachers can build competence and eliminate both failure and discipline problems in their classrooms. He also will discuss how students can be taught to see how what they learn will add value to their lives. Glasser’s philosophy is rooted in the concept of Choice Theory, which holds that we are genetically driven by our need for belonging and love.

The event begins at 8 a.m. with registration and a continental breakfast. Glasser will give his presentation at 9 a.m. The cost per person, which is $95, includes the continental breakfast and lunch.

Glasser is the author of 19 books, including “Every Child Can Succeed” and “Unhappy Teenagers: How Parents and Teachers Can Reach Them.” He has worked in public schools since 1963 and also has worked in adult rehabilitation and juvenile corrections. In addition, Glasser is president of the William Glasser Institute in Chatsworth, Calif.

For more information and registration, contact Cheryl Cox at (515) 271-2183 or send an e-mail message to cheryl.cox@drake.edu.