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- Are you an author
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- About Me:
- Jimmy H. Copeland III was born in Fayetteville,
North Carolina. His father, a now retired
Army Lt. Colonel/Psychologist and his mother,
a Social Worker, encouraged their son to take advantage
of their military lifestyle to see the world
and to embrace diversity through culture and education.
Educated at Texas A & M University-Commerce, Mr. Copeland received
his Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Communications and his Masters’ Degree in Secondary
Higher Education.
Certifi ed by the State of Texas in Special Education, Mr. Copeland current
works for the U.S. Department of Justice as a Special Education Coordinator for the
Federal Prison System.
The recipient of numerous awards and accolades for his leadership ability
and community involvement, Mr. Copeland is also a public speaker. He currently
resides in Texas with his wife, a professional photographer, and their two children
Jim Copeland's Blog
Life is a Game Forward by Dr. Jerry D. Smith, Jr.
Posted on August 29, 2008 at 9:02pm —
Life is a Game Book Review by Kam Williams
Life Is a Game Book Review
By Kam Williams
"The choices we make determine our destiny and whether success or disaster is achieved. We either elevate to greatness or descend to obscurity... The game of life can be played in several ways. Some spend their life chasing dreams. Others spend their life making dreams a reality. Which one will you be?
In life, it is important to use our strengths as assets in achieving our goals. If we focus too much on our weaknesses, we… Continue
Posted on August 21, 2008 at 12:55am —
Unlocking Life's Lessons: Copeland on Copeland Q & A written by J. McBride, Beaumont Enterprise
Q: What is your personal background?
A: I was born in Fayetteville, North Carolina, in 1980. My father is a retired Lt. Colonel and mom is a Social Worker. I am presently employed by the Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Prisons as the Special Education Coordinator for the correctional facility.
I was raised with strong Christian values. I practice and… Continue
Posted on May 2, 2008 at 11:30pm —
Unlocking Life's Secrets: Prison Teacher Pens book he hopes will help others succeed written by J. McBride, Beaumont Enterprise
Jim Copeland III long ago sought his answers to the questions he routinely asks each of the inmate students in his special education classes at Beaumont's Federal Corrections Complex.
"To encourage, support, and inspire people to use the gifts and talents God has placed within them," Copeland recited. "To find a place of need in society, or even in one's personal life, and fill that need. To take risks. To be fervent. To never give up."… Continue
Posted on May 2, 2008 at 11:30pm —
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