Dads, Father Figures Invited to Male Summit on March 21

GREENSBORO, N.C. - March 9, 2015 - PRLog -- Greensboro, N.C. – Men across Guilford County are invited to learn more about how they can Leave a Legacy of Leadership at the second annual Male Summit coming up on Saturday, March 21 from 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at Ragsdale High, 602 High Point Road, Jamestown NC. The event is sponsored by the Guilford County Council of PTAs in conjunction with Guilford Parent Academy.

Fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers, uncles, neighbors and community members and their children are invited to attend to strengthen their skills as parent figures and help the children in their lives become successful.

“Today, our children are looking for more male role models to step up and be seen in our schools,” said Angel Guerrero, Guilford County Council of PTAs chair of male involvement. “This event is a great opportunity for men to network with others and gain some new insight into Leaving a Legacy of Leadership.”

Guerrero speaks from experience. The father of three is an active volunteer at Brooks Global Studies, where he leads the F.B.I. – Fathers Being Involved. He’ll serve as master of ceremonies at the summit, which will also feature Guilford County Commissioner Vice Chair Jeff Phillips, Director of Guilford Parent Academy Lindsay Whitley and Motivational Speaker Brian McNeill.

A father of two daughters, Phillips is an active member of the community. Over the years, he has coached multiple sports teams, served on the Board of Directors of the Greensboro Children’s Museum and is involved in his church. He currently serves on the Greensboro Partnership Economic Development Advisory Committee and as a Liaison to the Board of County Commissioners for Downtown Greensboro Incorporated.

McNeill is a local author and motivational speaker. Also active in the community, McNeill serves as a facilitator for the male support group Men of Resolution (M.O.R.E.) and has served in other similar roles in Charlotte and Raleigh.

The event is free; however, registration is required. To register, click here (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gcc-of-ptas-2nd-annual-male-...) or visit www.gcsnc.com and click on the Iisting in the Upcoming Events calendar. To learn more about Guilford Parent Academy, sign up for monthly updates or register for other free classes, visit www.gcsnc.com, email parentacademy@gcsnc.com or call 336-279-4924.

About Guilford County Schools

Guilford County Schools, the third largest school district in North Carolina, serves more than 72,300 students at 126 schools. With approximately 10,000 employees, the district’s mission is to graduate responsible citizens who are prepared to succeed in higher education or the career of their choice. Guilford County Schools is a national leader in providing specialized schools and instructional programs designed to meet the educational needs of a culturally diverse citizenship. For more information, visit the district’s website at www.gcsnc.com.