Conference focuses on at-risk students

Educators from across the region are attending the 17th annual at-risk conference.
This year's theme is "Hats off to Educators." The conference program began at 9 a.m. and ends at 3 p.m. today at the Amarillo Civic Center.

This morning's keynote speaker is Keith Davis, a former NFL linebacker who overcame family obstacles and reading difficulties to obtain a degree in business finance and be named an academic scholar.

A session with Eric Cupp begins at 11 a.m. in the Civic Center Auditorium. Cupp has a doctorate in education and has experience working with dysfunctional families, as well as honor students and athletes.

Stephen Peters will close the conference with a program, beginning at 1:30 p.m. today. Peters is the founder of the Gentlemen's & Ladies' Club programs, which aim to provide options for at-risk and honor students throughout the country. Peters is a 28-year educator.