"I have been practicing psychiatry in Portage County for the last 25 years. During this time, I have interacted with many agencies in the county, but never had the opportunity to appreciate what they do. LPC provides an excellent opportunity to get to know representatives of most of the agencies. Being familiar with the available resources put me in a better position to help my patients. The Community Project allows us to give something back to the county in which we serve, and that has served us both personally and professionally."
Melodie Morgan-Minott, MD Psychiatrist
Western Reserve Wellness
Youth LPC
Youth
Leadership Portage County is a leadership program for junior high
school students from each high school in Portage County. The program is
designed to introduce leadership skill development, introduce
participants to resources in Portage County and helps students develop a
plan for their future. A brief portion of each program day is
scheduled for educating students with hands on information regarding
post high school educational selection; the application process and
guides them to resources. We encourage YLPC students to then share this
helpful information with students at their home schools in Portage
County on their morning announcements.
Contact Leadership Portage County for more information.
E-mail: Leaderpoco@aol.com
Phone: 330-673-5724
Youth Leadership Development Conference
Past Speakers: Mr. Pompignano is an average Joe from the West side of
Cleveland. His poetry details life experiences as an only child raised
by a single mother. He hopes his self-published book “Defeating
Any Given Obstacle” will inspire others to overcome obstacles that get
in the way of your dream. He is currently a senior at Kent State.
Mr. Paul Gabrail is a successful businessman who was told not to take
risks. He now owns over 800 real estate units. In 2008 Paul had a deal
to purchase a portion of an NBA franchise but decided to keep his talent
in Cleveland.
Mr. Darnell Sanders, former OSU football and baseball player and
Cleveland Browns player, will share the importance of looking at a
situation from all angles when making important decisions. He grew up
in Warrensville Heights. After an NFL career, he made another path to
success.