Dare To Dream Student Leadership Conference Showcases Determination of New Jersey Teenagers
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Piscataway, NJ, May 26, 2012 --( But it didn’t take long for them to become completely immersed in a series of informative learning sessions, heartwarming tales of overcoming adversity and opportunities to become more aware of how their respective disorders affect them, their teacher, their families and everyone around them.You can dream the world if you let nothing stop you.” Conners herself was wowed by the intensity, intelligence, desire to succeed and quest to overcome adversity exhibited by the students who followed her on the conference dais.“Different is the new normal,” Licato said, drawing upon the encouragement set forth on the international stage by an adult with Tourette Syndrome who advocates for the disorder – former American Idol contestant James Durbin.It’s the power of positive thinking.”Also speaking about their experience as students with Tourette Syndrome and/or associated disorders were East Brunswick High School junior Amanda Silvers, Jackson Liberty High School junior Raimonda Zeimyte, Montclair State University freshman Katie Delaney and DeSales University sophomore James Goodwin.Goodwin was one of the oldest of the nearly 300 students in attendance, but his message soundly resonated with everyone: “When I received my (high school) diploma, I let out a sigh of relief that what I had worked hard for could not be taken from me,” said Goodwin, who listed the following tips as essential for future success:-- Don’t give up.-- Allow yourself time to wind down.-- Get others to help you.-- Maintain a positive attitude.-- Believe in yourself.-- Reach for your dream.-- Work hard.-- Never give up.-- Never think you’re not good enough.The 2012 Dare To Dream Student Leadership Conference was made possible by a partnership between the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders (NJCTS) and the New Jersey Department of Education.“We could not be more pleased with the turnout for this Dare To Dream Conference,” said NJCTS Education Outreach Consultant Melissa Fowler, who helped plan the event.“Each of the students in attendance learned some valuable life lessons, the most important of which being that no matter what condition they might have, they have the tools necessary to succeed in life.” Contact Information New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Jeff Weber 908-575-7350 www.njcts.org Click here to view the list of recent Press Releases from New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Promote Your Business Press Release Pricing Email this page to a friend