Bremen High School Encourages Students to Go “All In” with Guest Speaker Gian Paul Gonzalez

Bremen High School welcomed educator and motivational speaker Gian Paul Gonzalez on November 4 for two keynote presentations celebrating students’ consistent attendance and academic effort while encouraging them to stay “All In” at school and in life.

Gonzalez addressed two groups in the school’s Main Gym during a shortened School Improvement Plan day, with one session for freshmen and sophomores and another for juniors and seniors. Participating students were selected based on criteria that included an average daily attendance rate above 95% and passing grades in all classes.

Best known for his “All In” message, which became a rallying cry for the New York Giants during their run to the 2012 Super Bowl championship, Gonzalez emphasizes commitment, purpose and giving your best for yourself and those who depend on you.

Gonzalez is also the founder of the Hope + Future Foundation, which empowers young people through activities and programming that support personal growth, health, wellness and community connections. His work brings a message of hope and commitment to audiences in schools, athletics, businesses and community organizations.

At Bremen, the visit provided an opportunity to recognize students for the daily choices that support their education while encouraging them to build on those habits. The presentations reinforced the connection between showing up, putting forth consistent effort and working toward meaningful goals.

By bringing Gonzalez’s “All In” message to campus, Bremen High School celebrated students’ dedication and encouraged them to continue investing in their futures and their school community.

About Bremen High School District 228

Bremen High School District 228 is located in the southwest suburbs of Chicago and serves the communities of Midlothian, Posen, Tinley Park, Markham, Hazel Crest, Country Club Hills and Oak Forest. District 228 serves over 5,000 students and employs 800 full and part-time staff members. Bremen High School, in Midlothian, opened its doors to students in September of 1953. Since then, District 228 opened three additional schools. Tinley Park High School opened in 1961; Hillcrest High School, in Country Club Hills, opened in 1967; and Oak Forest High School opened in 1970. For more information, please visit bhsd228.com/