Joe Hoedel grew up in Michigan and earned his masters and Ph.D. from Michigan State University. He created, taught and evaluated the Character Development & Leadership curriculum, which is used in over 10 states. He is the author of a book entitled, Role Models: Examples of Character & Leadership that provides the reader with 17 excellent role models to look up to and emulate.

        Dr. Hoedel has spoken at hundreds of schools and countless conferences in the past five years. Being a positive role model and developing the character of each student is the hallmark message of his talks. His inspirational message reminds educators why they entered the teaching profession and how to keep the long-term perspective of students in mind, especially in an era that focuses so much on test scores. Dr. Hoedel brings his unique perspective as a former high school teacher and college professor to his lively & humorous presentations.

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