Gentlemen’s Day: A Day of Male Empowerment

Hosted by Howell L. Watkins Middle School

Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Location: Howell L. Watkins Middle School

Purpose

Gentlemen’s Day is an empowering summit for young males in grades 6–8 designed to uplift, inspire, and equip them with tools for success. This experience focuses on building character, confidence, and clarity through mentorship, leadership, and real-life skill-building.

Key Sessions

• Leadership & Personal Growth: Civic leadership, decision-making, and resilience
• Career & Financial Literacy: Meet professionals, budgeting, saving, and investing
• Life Skills: Dress for success, public speaking, etiquette, grooming, and hands-on skills
• Health & Safety: Wellness, hygiene, conflict resolution, and building trust with law enforcement

Special Features

• Keynote by a Local Leader
• Live Role Model Panel & Q&A
• Skill Stations: Finance, Tech, Leadership
• Free Haircuts by Local Barbers
• Sponsored Lunch + Swag Bag + Event T-Shirt
• Essay Contest & Gift Card Prize
• Certificate of Completion for All Participants

Special Guests

President DeAndre and Executive Director Sedric Simon will be speaking live at Watkins Middle School to inspire and empower our students.

Tickets

• Students: $1 (Student ID required)
• Teachers: $5 (Teacher or School ID required)

Tickets go on sale soon!
Contact Howell L. Watkins Middle School for more details.