The Alberta Association of School Resource Officers - Sessions and Speakers Page

Keynote Speakers

Phil Chalmers - Inside the Mind of A Teenage Killer

Monday, November 8, 2010

 

Phil Chalmers, America's leading authority on juvenile homicide and juvenile mass murder, has interviewed over 200 teen killers and school shooters, and has been studying youth culture and teen murder for 25 years. Phil is the author of numerous books and documentaries including his latest two releases, "Inside the Mind of a Teen Killer" and "The Encyclopedia of Teen Killers."

Instead of learning about these crimes from textbooks or libraries, Chalmers speaks to the killers themselves, and has interacted with teen killers, serial killers, school shooters, and sexual predators, including Charles Manson, David Berkowitz, Pearl shooter Like Woodham, Paducah shooter Michael Carneal, Jonesboro shooter Mitchell Johnson, and Moses Lake shooter Barry Loukaitis. Phil's next project is a television show with Miami Homicide detective Joe Schillaci based on his seminar and book about teen killers, with an emphasis on rescuing teens who are headed towards homicide. Phil is also working on a book with Joe Schillaci detailing how America manufactures and raises our very own teen killers.

Phil's work has been featured on Montel Williams, Howard Stern, People Magazine, and the "E" network. He has appeared on numerous media outlets, and has interacted with numerous media personalities, including the Insane Clown Posse, Jessica Simpson, Metallica, Two Live Crew, and many more.

Join us at the 2010 Safe School Conference and hear Phil Chalmers live. This seminar will teach attendees the top ten reasons juveniles kill, the six types of teen killers, the warning signs that were missed, and ways we can keep our schools and communities safe. Phil will take attendees back in time, exploring the history of juvenile homicide, which dates back to 1786, and will discuss 2 of the first school shootings, which occurred 36 years ago, back in 1974. Phil will also give attendees a dose of youth culture, familiarizing attendees with today's teen entertainment, including video games, music, and movies.

"Phil's presentation was amazing... the details and information that Phil shared in regards to these incidents is nothing like I have seen in any other presentation on this topic in my career." Kevin Quinn, Chandler Police Dept SRO and NASRO board member.

Visit Phil's website for more information. www.philchalmers.com

 

David Irvine – Building a Collaborative School Culture

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

 

David Irvine is sought after internationally as a speaker, author, and mentor. His work has contributed to the building of accountable, vital and engaged organizations across North America. He is the co-founder of the Newport Institute for Authentic Living whose focus is to build authentic, accountable organizational cultures that attract and retain great people. As the Leader's Navigator, David's mission to inspire and guide leaders to connect with their authentic self, that they may in turn inspire and guide those they serve and love to find their authentic voice, thus enabling greatness.

David is the best-selling author of five books, with over a quarter million copies sold worldwide. David has advanced degrees in human development, science and social work. With over twenty-five years of experience as a family therapist, workshop facilitator, professional speaker, and executive coach, David has developed a unique, personal and practical approach to transforming leaders. Every year, thousands of people attend David's inspiring and thought-provoking presentations and programs on authentic leadership, accountability and balanced living.

He consults with and presents to a wide range of organizations, professional associations, government, education and health care. Over the past few years, David has worked extensively with the teachers and leaders in education across Canada. He has taught courses at three universities and the Banff School of Management. David has been interviewed by NBC's Today Show and the Globe and Mail, as well as by numerous national radio and newspaper publications. On a personal note, David is a former nationally ranked distance runner and trained with the U.S. Olympic team. David lives with his wife and family near Cochrane, Alberta.

At the 2010 Safe Schools Conference, David will be speaking about building a collaborative school culture. It takes a team - an entire community of stakeholders who care about the youth - to proactively create a safe learning community in our schools. Building bridges of trust through open communication, respectful collaboration, and understanding the needs and expectations we share with one another is vitally important to the continued success of our program.

Take this opportunity to step back and gain some renewed perspective on developing an aligned school community. Come prepared for a stimulating, inspiring, and thought-provoking session from one of Canada's most respected voices on leadership and organization culture.

Visit David's website for more information. www.davidirvine.com

 

Breakout Sessions

John G. Iannarelli - FBI's Internet Child Predator Program

Supervisory Special Agent (SSA) John G. Iannarelli entered on duty with the Bureau in April of 1995. Upon completion of New Agent training SSA Iannarelli was assigned to the Detroit Division Flint Resident Agency where he participated in the investigating of the Oklahoma City Bombing, as well as having served on the Detroit FBI SWAT Team. Subsequently, he was transferred to the San Diego Division where he investigated matters involving Drug Trafficking, Street Gangs, Violent Crimes, and Terrorism. In recognition of his investigative work, SSA Iannarelli has received the FBI Director's Distinguished Service Award.

In 2002 SSA Iannarelli was promoted to FBI Headquarters in Washington, DC, where he served as a spokesperson, addressing the national and international media on all matters involving the Bureau. Subsequently, in 2003, he was promoted to the Headquarters position of Special Assistant to the Assistant Director for the FBI's Cyber Division. In 2005 SSA Iannarelli received a promotional transfer to the Phoenix Division, where he currently serves as the supervisor of the Cyber squad, overseeing all Cyber investigations for the state of Arizona.

Prior to joining the FBI, SSA Iannarelli served as a Police Officer with San Diego Police Department. He is also an attorney admitted to the practice of law in California, Maryland, and the District of Columbia.

The FBI Internet Child Predator Program was developed using real-life, real-time scenarios, to accentuate the importance for parents and teachers to educate themselves regarding the dangers on the internet and to monitor their children's internet usage.

SSA Iannarelli created the FBI's Internet Child Predator Program so that parents and teachers could be better educated to protect their children. Child predators are a major problem with which the FBI addresses. The program was developed using real-life, real-time scenarios, to accentuate the importance for parents and teachers to educate themselves regarding the dangers on the internet and to monitor their children's internet usage.

 

Karen Hobbs & Colleen Soetaert – Friends or Frenemies? – Focus on Relational Aggression

 

Friends or Frenemies? Concerned about gossiping, alliance building, malicious rumours and other forms of relational aggression in your school? Come be a part of this presentation to increase your awareness of relational aggression and learn practical strategies of how relational aggression can be addressed in your school. Humorous anecdotes and video clips are part of this valuable presentation. Presented by the Society of Safe and Caring Schools & Communities.

Karen Hobbs brings wealth of knowledge to the Society for Safe and Caring Schools & Communities. Karen's background includes over 25 years working as a high school teacher where she implemented safe and caring practices in her teaching. Karen has been actively involved with Alberta Education, the Faculty of Education, the University of Alberta, and the Alberta Teachers Association. She holds a M.Ed from the University of Alberta. Her ability to share her expertise and knowledge makes her presentations a valuable opportunity for all participants.

Colleen Soetaert has a background in education, community volunteerism and politics. She has been seconded from Surgeon School Division to the Society of Safe and Caring Schools & Communities and enjoys the work making our world a safer place for children. Colleen's practical and humorous approach to serious topics leaves the participants with practical resources and hope for a safer world.

 

Denise Salanski – Alberta Health Services Addiction and Mental Health- Community Youth Services

 

Denise Salanski, M.A. CYS, has been with Alberta Health Services (AHS) - Community Youth Services as a Prevention Counsellor for the past four years. An experienced child, youth and family clinician Denise brings a passion for prevention and early intervention to presentation sessions. This session will provide participants with practical tools and activities that support children and youth in understanding the impacts of alcohol, tobacco other drugs and gambling.

 

Kate Munoz – Kids Help Phone

 

For over six years, Shawna has worked at Kids Help Phone (and previously at Parent Help Line). She started by working overnight shifts, but now works days and evenings. In addition to her role as Counsellor on the Kids Help Phone, Shawna has also had the opportunity to participate in outreach initiatives and media opportunities for the agency. At the beginning of 2010, Shawna was chosen to join the Motorolla Tour where she travelled across Canada speaking to students and educators about the services at Kids Help Phone. She has also done several media interviews on television and radio speaking about various topics that affect youth. Shawna has also had the chance to present to students in training for the Student Ambassador Program.

Prior to Kids Help Phone, she was employed as a Child Life Specialist intern at St. Joseph’s Hospital, where she provided advocacy, support, and therapeutic interventions to children, youth, and families in the hospital. Shawna has also volunteered for various other organizations, including Bereaved Families of Ontario where she worked as Group Facilitator for over 10 years. In this role, Shawna facilitated groups for children, youth, and young adults dealing with trauma, grief and loss issues. She also sat on the agency’s Board of Directors in 2003 and 2004.

Last year, Shawna also taught a pilot project called Project Give Back, for Grades 4 and 5 students. This was a passion-based program designed for elementary students to develop empathy, build character, and ignite community minded citizens. She believes that each one of us can help foster a sense of passion in youth to create change within their communities and make a difference in the lives of others.

 

EPS Vice Unit – Human Trafficking

 

The Edmonton Police Service appreciates the opportunity to speak to you about a 51 billion dollar business that affects an estimated 2.5 million people worldwide at any given time. Human trafficking involving sexual exploitation affects men, woman and children. More than half of these victims are children between the ages of 12 – 18 years of age. This is happening right here in our city.

During a one hour presentation you will watch a ten minute video called “I’m not for sale”. Then guest speaker Norma will share her story about her life as a prostitute for 28 years working on the streets. She will discuss the signs to look for in students, who could possibly be struggling with hard issues in life that may direct them to the streets to work.

Edmonton Police Service Constable Jennifer Voogd will speak about recruitment. It could be a stranger, neighbor, relative or immediate family member. She will also talk about educating the students to be aware of areas in the city that the trafficking process is occurring. Staff Sergeant John Fiorilli with Edmonton Police Service Vice unit will discuss human trafficking cases that occurred in Edmonton.

This one hour free presentation has already been presented to over 1400 hundred students in the City of Edmonton this spring. The mission this fall is to attend twenty remaining public high schools, Junior High schools and ten Catholic High schools before December. With your help we can achieve this goal.

 

David Irvine – Embracing Change – The Power of Possibility

 

To survive, your culture has to constantly adapt and adjust. Change will continue to be an integral part of this work: administrative changes, SRO changes, staffing changes, student changes, new initiatives, new approaches, and new possibilities. As a leader, your the agent of change. But where is your road map? Where are your tools?

There are eight stages of change. The first is attachment to the familiar; the eighth is possibility; in between is chaos. If you can inspire and lead yourself and others to the point where they embrace possibility, you have done your job.

Once you have mastered the art of change, you will find that it applies beyond the walls of your workplace. When you learn to embrace change with courage and clarity, you will build much more than a strong and vital organization. You will build a strong, vital life.

 

Monday Night’s Banquet Entertainment

Scott Burton – Amazing Company Events

 

Scott Burton is an author, speaker, entrepreneur, athlete, and self-promotions expert with 25 years of performance experience. However, this evening he will be sharing with us his unique entertainment exploring the “power and the potential of the human mind”.

He will “read” the body language of people from the audience and determine what they are thinking. He will detect lies, influence behaviour, and control their thoughts. Scott will demonstrate such phenomenon live on stage.

Expect a thought-provoking and stimulating performance where reality and deception are mixed. The results are “larger-than-life” demonstrations of the power of the mind. Comedy and audience participation are mixed throughout the presentation to provide an intimate and enjoyable experience.

 

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