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THE AGNES IRWIN SCHOOL AND THE RADNOR TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT PTOS UNITE IN A PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP TO PRESENT
TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 20207 PM | RADNOR HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM
The pressure of success — and a lack of resilience when things go wrong — can lead to poor decision-making with significant consequences. PARENTS AND STUDENTS are invited to hear from former Heisman trophy finalist and NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf, who will share his personal story from the glory of the gridiron to the isolation of a prison cell, and his journey of recovery through service to others.
Ryan Leaf is an advocate for transforming the way society views mental health and addiction, with a personal mission of reaching those in need of hope that happiness and a better life can be achieved.
SPONSORED BY Space is limited and students are encouraged to attend this event with their parents/guardians.
Please RSVP at: agnesirwin.org/RadnorSpeakerSeriesFor more information, contact: [email protected]
This event is free and open to the public.
RYAN LEAF was a standout collegiate football player and No. 2 overall draft pick who struggled under the pressure to perform in the NFL. After retiring from the NFL after four years, Leaf continued to battle with mental health and addiction issues, which ultimately landed him in jail. His cellmate encouraged Leaf to use the prison time to be of service to fellow inmates, which started his journey to recovery. An advocate for reducing the stigma surrounding mental health and addiction, Leaf travels the country sharing his story in order to reach those in need of hope. Leaf is also an ESPN football analyst and NFL Legends Community coordinator, helping former athletes make a successful transition to life after a high-profile career.
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