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Dr Hal Urban, PhD

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Dr. Hal Urban, Phd, a dynamic, inspirational and award winning speaker who shares his wealth of knowledge about "Life's Greatest Lessons" and about teaching at any grade level. People of all ages and in a variety of organizations have been enriched by his wisdom, common sense, and humor.

He was a high school teacher for many years and also taught at the University of San Francisco. He is a well-known leader in the Character Education movement and is in constant demand as a speaker at National Conference, Schools and Community Events.

Dr Urban is the 2005 winner of Sanford N McDonnell Lifetime Achievement Award in Character Education, the highest award given in Character Education.



Full House at our 2-Day seminar “Educating for Character I” by Dr Urban. 2007

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Praises for Dr Hal Urban, PhD


“I find Dr Hal Urban’s seminar very refreshing and realistic. In fact, I am inspired by his mental model that I used it as a spring board to my school character development program. This seminar is indeed one of the most enriching courses I have ever attended.” Nur Johari, 2006 President Award for Teachers.



“This seminar should be made available for all teachers as part of milestone training.”


“The best seminar I have attended. Dr Urban is a wonderful communicator. Truly inspiring. Every teacher should hear his message." a Lecturer from Polytechnic



"I would love to have Dr Urban share his knowledge and expertise with my staff members. I like the examples given, I have gathered so much information and ideas which I could share with my staff and pupils." a Principal



"Thank you Dr Urban for opening a world of possibilities for me. I will definitely use some of the ideas from this seminar into my classroom." a Teacher.



"Thank you for inviting a super great speaker, it is the best seminar I've attended." a Teacher from Top School



"Lively Presentation with Excellent Input which I find relevant to my personal life, workplace and with my students. Really IMPACTFUL, Thank You Dr Urban." a Teacher



"Can't wait to get back to school to spread the "Positive Thinking Germs" around. Thank you so much Dr Hal (Guru) for being a great inspirational speaker !" a Teacher from Top School



"This seminar is just so engaging and motivating !"



"I learned many useful methods and learned many mistakes I have made. Dr Urban, you have inspired me a lot." a Teacher from Top School



"A lot of practical examples were given, drawn from Dr Urban's own Experience, which we could relate to." A Teacher



"Dr Urban is an inspiration, I found what he advocated very liberating ! Bravo Sir !" a Teacher from Top School



"I've learned a lot over the 2 days. I can't wait to return school to implement some of the activities.' a Teacher from Top School



"Truly enjoyed all the anecdotes. I was inspired all over again." a Teacher from Top School.

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