Becoming a HeartLeader: The Power of Authentic Relationships

The moment you become part of a school community, it’s all about authentic relationships; all about authentic love. From the classrooms to the neighborhoods, regardless of your role, when you lead from the heart, what kind of impact will you create with those you serve?

Heartleader begins with an origin story and becomes a trauma-responsive, K-12 field guide for safeguarding students, supporting and training school staff, and empowering community relationships. Join us for this informational session led by Heartleader author, Matthew J. Bowerman. Hosted by Desmond Mackall, this event is perfect for students, parents, teachers, and community leaders who desire to engage their communities on an intimate level. 

Matthew's book will be available for in-person signing and purchase via credit card only. 

Desmond Mackall is a MCPS School Principal, a BOND Leader and Educator, and a Doctoral Student at Bowie State University. 

Matthew J. Bowerman is an author, speaker, and trainer. A husband and father of six, as well as an educator of twenty-six years, Matthew currently serves as a school administrator. and presenter on trauma-responsive teaching and leading. Much of Matthew's writing and training work centers on operationalizing love to empower students, uplift families, and engage and support school staff. An Emmy-award-winning writer/director for his educational short "BusSTOP, ' addressing the bullying crisis, Matthew has published nationally on building restorative practices, supporting School Counselors, and amplifying instructional practices and leadership from a trauma-responsive lens. Matthew holds a Bachelors in Theatre, a Masters in Teaching, a Masters in Educational Leadership, and a PhD in Educational Leadership with a focus on Trauma Responsive Education. Matthew has also worked as a medic and professional actor, singer, dancer, and choreographer nationally and internationally.