Jack Berckemeyer
Improving Student Success Through Practical Ideas and Humor
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Jack Berckemeyer
Biography
A nationally-recognized presenter, author, and humorist, Jack Berckemeyer, began his career as a middle school teacher in Denver, Colorado. After two years of teaching he was named as an outstanding educator at his school, and shortly thereafter he was identi ed as one of the outstanding educators in the district. In 2003, he received the Outstanding Alumni Award from the Falcon School District. Jack brings his energy, humor, and expertise to all sta development as he helps teachers and administrators remember why this job makes a di erence. Jack has presented in conference and school district settings both nationally and internationally. Jack served as a judge for the Disney American Teacher Awards and served on the selection committee for the USA TODAY All Teacher Team.
Jack Berckemeyer is known for his motivating, practical ideas communicating a message of hope, laughter, and insight into education.
Jack was also the Assistant Executive Director for the National Middle School Association for 13 years and is the author of Managing the Madness - A Practical Guide to Middle Grades Classrooms. He is also the co-author of H.E.L.P. for Teachers. His most recent publications are Taming of the Team - How Great Teams Work Together and Deliberate Optimism - Reclaiming the Joy in Education, co-authored with Dr. Debbie Silver and Judith Baenen.
Jack is currently the Owner and Director of NUTS and BOLTS -
Ready to Lead, Teach, and Learn Conferences located in Denver, Colorado and Destin, Florida.
Jack lives in Denver, Colorado and has no pets or plants.
Jack Berckemeyer
Featured Keynote Programs
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Middle Level Education- Living it, loving it, laughing about it! (50 Minutes)
Looking to put a spark back into your teaching? Are you curious what really makes your students tick? Looking for ways to connect with your students? This laugh out loud keynote provides ideas and strategies in the areas of connecting with your students, being an adult advocate for kids, and new strategies in the area of classroom management. A true crowd pleaser for any type of educator.
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Classroom Management for the Middle Level Educator- Managing the Madness
Classroom Management for the Middle Level Educator- Managing the Madness Are you looking for ideas to help deal with classroom disruptions? Are you tired of constant interruptions? This session will provide some practical ideas that you can use to help with classroom behavioral issues. Find out how your room structure can make a difference, discover ways to deal with power play issues and explore strategies that relate to attention and humor. This session is based on the book Managing the Madness. The presenter provides ideas in a humorous and motivating manner that is perfect for all educators.
*Workshops can range from 50 minutes to 3 hours depending on your event needs.
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Language Arts Strategies that Motivate Young Adolescents
Looking for fun and motivating ideas for your middle level classroom? This session is a hands-on session that provides real quality strategies in the areas of reading, writing, spelling, grammar, listening and speaking skills. No philosophy here just creative ideas to motivate the middle level learner.
*Workshops can range from 50 minutes to 3 hours depending on your event needs.
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Teaming and the Middle Level Teacher
Being on a middle school team can be filled with great joys, struggles, and frustrations. It can also be a trying time for those involved in the meeting. This practical session focuses on the real life issues surrounding teaming. The presenter will provide informative examples to help with effective use of team time and how teams can work together to deal with kids, curriculum, and professional development. You might even laugh at Jack’s descriptions of the characteristics of a team member.
*Workshops can range from 50 minutes to 3 hours depending on your event needs.
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