Youth Conference Teaches Life Lessons

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NASHVILLE, Tenn.- Tackling tough topics was the main focus of a youth summit at W.A. Bass Middle School Saturday. Youth from around the city learned about important keys to living a successful life.

At the Annual Top Teen Healthy Choice Conference, teens heard from a range of leading business professionals about their careers and how they can reach their goals.

"You just feel this warm environment and people are wrapping their arms around you and people are taking a special interest in you," said student Mark Crowder.

"It's so important because I think when you plant the kinds of seeds that have been planted today bout making wise choices then when they become older and become adults they will make wiser choices.

Students heard form a range of speakers including TBI director Mark Gwyn who stressed to the children the impact their decisions can have on their future.

"At the end of the day if we can just touch one of these young people then this day has been worth it," said Gwyn.

Get ready for a huge event on Tuesday. NewsChannel 5 is teaming up with Metro schools for their 13th annual Safe Schools Summit. Students will hear from NewsChannel 5's Rodney Dunigan, Bishop Joseph Walker, and Tennessee Titans Vincent Fuller and David Thornton.

The event is open to kids throughout the city. It will be at McGavock High School and goes from 8 Tuesday morning until 3:45.

The event Saturday was hosted by the Top Ladies of Distinction. Members said they hope to keep impacting the lives of children in a positive way.