LTC - Leadership Training Conference
LTC 2007 - Our 52nd annual
This page is dedicated to all those who attended our 52nd annual Leadership Training Conference in July 2007, our first at The College of New Jersey. We hope you enjoy our look back...
Session 1 - July 11-14, 2007 |
Session 2 - July 15-18, 2007 |
LTC 2007 - A Day In The Life
Click on the links below to see a photo essay of our time at the 2007 NJASC Leadership Training Conference...
12:18 p.m. Delegates arrive at LTC from all over New Jersey by bus, car, and... |
 |
 |
12:54 p.m. Taxicab! Luckily, Maryanne Preztunik has parking and registration covered, opening the door to a great LTC experience... |
1:10 p.m. Delegates bring their bags and pillows to move into Townhouses East at The College of New Jersey, our new LTC Home... |
 |
 |
1:16 p.m. Senior Counselors Liz Burling and Mike Pierce are quite busy making nametags for nearly 150 delegates each session... |
1:27 p.m.
|
 |
 |
1:38 p.m. State Officer Prerna Bhatia points out that this delegate has got the right idea about what it takes for a great LTC experience... |
1:49 p.m.
|
 |
 |
2:54 p.m. Delegates get to know their Junior Counselor and each other in their color group meetings... |
3:21 p.m. And learn to work together as a group to solve challenging problems... |
 |
 |
4:12 p.m. At the Opening Assembly, State President Sara Plotkin introduces the lineup for your 2007 NJASC Executive Board... |
4:23 p.m. No, Lou - everyone knows that the true best part of the state is South Jersey... |
 |
 |
4:24 p.m. JERSEY??? AAAAAHHHHH! |
4:37 p.m. Social Director Mike Press makes sure all the delegates have a great time, and some of them even get prizes... |
 |
 |
5:26 p.m. SC Al Mirabella just can't wait to test out the food at Mason Dining Hall... |
6:43 p.m. The delegates are off their first class, in which they will learn the secrets to "Speaking With Ease"... |
 |
 |
8:05 p.m. Delegates enjoy the Get Acquainted Games and quickly get to know one another... |
8:36 p.m. And then it doesn't take long for them to start building friendships and sharing ideas... |
 |
 |
10:03 p.m. The State Officers explain in their keynote how "NJ's HOME" means that Harmony Offers Motivational Experiences... |
10:37 p.m. The "Lollipop Guild" lays down the law at LTC, union style... |
 |
 |
10:42 p.m. A special night in our new community square brings closure to the first day of LTC 2007... |
7:47 a.m. It's "Beef" and bagels for breakfast this morning at Mason Dining Hall... |
 |
 |
9:12 a.m. In their second class delegates learn what it takes for Effective Communication, while a visiting student council advisor observes... |
10:15 a.m. In their third class, delegates tackle the finer points of Project Planning... |
 |
 |
11:47 a.m. Our Executive Directors renew the debate about which is really better, North or South Jersey... |
11:49 a.m.
|
 |
 |
12:38 p.m. Wendy shows off her singing talents at lunch, but the Mason Dining Hall staff wants their spatula back... |
1:41 p.m.
|
 |
 |
3:14 p.m. In their fifth class, delegates are reminded that they are Elected To Lead Everyone... |
3:28 p.m. And start thinking about what headband they really want to wear... |
 |
 |
5:17 p.m. Alex Mirabella makes sure every delegate is prepared to enjoy the LTC dining experience as much as he does... |
6:08 p.m. Jim Gant gets the yellow color group fired up for teamwork and competition, LTC style... |
 |
 |
6:14 p.m. We don't call them Olympics anymoree, so JC Danielle Centi decides to go Roman... |
6:21 p.m. Executive Directors Wendy and Lou arrive on LTC 1, just in time for the 52nd annual LTC Games to begin... |
 |
 |
6:58 p.m. Through friendly teamwork and cooperation, the LTC Games bond each color group and set the stage for great things to come... |
7:18 p.m. The Sitzlers, JC Emily and Mother Wendy, enjoy the spirit of the LTC Games together... |
 |
 |
8:17 p.m. At Show Night, the "ladies" of the view make a special appearance at LTC... |
8:50 p.m. Delegates often poke fun at the LTC Staff, Social Director Mike Press being the easiest and most frewnet target. Wait, this delegate might actually be funny... |
 |
 |
9:04 p.m. Executive Directors are another easy target, NJASC Vice President Jonathan Weisbrod does his impression of Lou... |
9:34 p.m. The Junior Counselors have a skit of their own, this time Steve Welsh leads the way... |
 |
 |
9:55 p.m. At our first songfest music is the vehicle for creating our LTC Community, and everyone takes an active role... |
10:19 p.m. After the music gets into you, you get into the music. Your State Officers add their own verse to "Mr. Rabbit"... |
 |
 |
10:47 p.m. MJ wraps up another fantastic songfest and it is time for a good night's sleep back at the townhouses... |
8:16 a.m. At breakfast it is Mike Press's turn to be serenaded by the Junior Staff... |
 |
 |
9:32 a.m. In their sixth class delegates learn about Handling Conflict... |
11:09 a.m. In their seventh anf eighth classes, delegates learn and practice Positive Problem Solving... |
 |
 |
11:19 a.m. Meanwhile State Officers Kayla and Beef keep an eye on "Home Plate", our conference store... |
12:44 p.m.
|
 |
 |
12:57 p.m. The guys of the "Real HC" pose with their longtime leader at Holy Cross and in the NJASC, Joe Fas... |
1:04 p.m.
|
 |
 |
1:56 p.m. Delegates exchange great ideas in their ninth class, Project Swap Shop... |
2:56 p.m. Delegates put to work what they learned yesterday in their tenth class, Communication Workshop... |
 |
 |
3:44 p.m. Meanwhile, State Officers Kayla and Jonathan tally up class evaluations from each delegate... |
5:17 p.m. The guys get dressed up for a special evening, our last at LTC... |
 |
 |
5:22 p.m. We proudly welcomed back 2nd Lt. Joseph Zdaniewicz, former State Officer, JC, and recent West Point graduate - ready to use his LTC skills to serve our country... |
5:35 p.m. Now that the ladies are here, let the 52nd annual LTC Birthday Dinner begin... |
 |
 |
6:11 p.m. What would a Birthday Dinner be without cake and candles? State Officers past and present wish LTC a happy 52nd birthday... |
6:23 p.m. It's a special dinner to be shared with special friends, who will last long after LTC has ended... |
 |
 |
6:54 p.m. Delegate Brian is a ladies man, with or without the crutches... |
7:19 p.m. The Talent Show provides a chance for each delegate to share their special gifts with the LTC Community... |
 |
 |
7:25 p.m. And there is no shortage of talented delegates at LTC 2007... |
7:42 p.m. The Flaming Oranges show that middle level delegates can rock on with their high school counterparts... |
 |
 |
8:43 p.m. Junior Counselors Alex Gallego and Michelle Riker celebrate with over 200 delegates and staff at our LTC Dance... |
10:21 p.m. Our last year JC's - Steve, Rebecca, Courtney, and Jim - join for their last "Jersey Girl" together... |
 |
 |
10:52 p.m. The second Songfest includes a screening of the 2007 LTC Video as well as more fantastic music with MJ. Another jam-packed day comes to an end... |
8:14 a.m. Ryan loads up at breakfast, where there are enough food choices to please everybody... |
 |
 |
8:21 a.m. Even SC Alex Mirabella, State Officer Beef, and delegate Sirloin Tip... |
8:34 a.m. Fas and our Administrative Assistants take a break from their many trips off campus to get everything needed for LTC... |
 |
 |
8:56 a.m. Your 2007 State Officers pause for a picture onboard LTC 1 after breakfast... |
9:42 a.m.
|
 |
 |
10:46 a.m. The twelfth and final class prepares delegates to L.E.A.D. in their schools after they return home... |
11:09 a.m.
|
 |
 |
12:15 p.m. The LTC Community returns to where it all began, our new home at Townhouses East... |
12:27 p.m. Delegate Brielle talks about het LTC experience at the closing ceremony... |
 |
 |
12:33 p.m. Sam reflects on how she now has the courage to leave somewhere comfortable and start her new job as Vice Principal... |
12:40 p.m. My heart going BOOM-BOOM-BOOM. Hey, I said you can keep my thing 'cause I am already home... |
 |
 |
12:45 p.m. When the JC's take over closing, it quickly turns into "bedlam"... |
12:47 p.m. Although last year JC Courtney Lippincott seems to have everything under control... |
 |
 |
12:54 p.m. The alligator is your friend... |
12:55 p.m. and you can be his friend, too... |
 |
 |
12:58 p.m. Is LTC 2007 really about to be over? Some of us may be a little tired, but we have all been greatly inspired... |
1:00 p.m. Peace, Peace, Peace. Now it's time to "Take LTC Home"... |
 |
 |
1:05 p.m. It's never easy to say goodbye after LTC, but we'll see you at the Fall Business Meeting in October! |
LTC 2007 - Testimonials
Click on the links below to read testimonials from the delegates of our 2007 Leadership Training Conference...
Caitlyn Quinn |
"LTC brought out a whole other side of me. It definitely made me more confident as a leader and as a student council member."
Megan Errera |
"I was proud to be part of the first group from St. Joseph High School to ever attend LTC...the support from the counselors immediately helped me forget my fears and I had a great time from beginning to the last day...I learned so much about being a leader, and participated in many activities that taught me to have confidence in myself and a positive attitude when working with other people...I can't wait to share the many ideas and projects with my school through our student council...I will never forget the experience."
Nicole Cusick |
"Wow is a simple word to describe LTC...The friendships and experiences gained will last a lifetime...this event does not only relate to student council issues, but can be translated to real life on a daily basis...every person I met has changed my life in a positive way...I laughed just as much as I learned at LTC and I hope to return next year as a JC to spread all I learned at camp to another generation of delegates."
Amanda Klich |
"I loved LTC, and thought it was the best conference I have ever been to...I liked the way that we were in color groups and everyone was competing with each other...I loved my color group - within a day we were friends, and we were sad to leave...Thank you for keeping this thing going for so many years, I really had a good time."
Chelsey Henderson |
"I had an amazing time at LTC and it was a great experience! I met so many new friends and learned great information that will help me in my student council...LTC really impacted my summer and it was so much fun...I can't wait to apply the new leadership skills I learned at LTC into my school this up coming year...THANKS LTC!"
Jose Cruz |
"When I had arrived at LTC I recognized people from the the conferences we have throughout the year, but I was still nervous...The ice breakers we did, the fun we had, and the learning was just an amazing thing...LTC was he place that I could get to know a lot of people, be a goof, have fun, and feel right at home...The experience at LTC is just too amazing that it just leaves me speechless and thoughtless...I miss it so much and hopefully next year I will be a JC or a State Officer... Thanks a lot LTC for bringing the leadership that was hiding inside my conscious all these years."
Matt McGaffney |
"LTC was the most amazing conference I have ever attended. I loved the environment and all the people around me. I learned so much here, I met great people and I hope I will see them again in the future...I have learned that school isn’t just math, literature, science and other subjects it can be a place to express feelings...LTC has taught me so much material that I never would have learned otherwise. I can’t wait to go back."
Zach Johnson |
"I was a JC at the Mini-LTC held at my school this year and I knew that going to the actual LTC was going to be a blast...As soon as i arrived everyone was so happy and energetic and i already started making new friends...The games the JCs taught us were great...all of the classes were so helpful for when I go back to school...I was so glad to be a part of this year's LTC and i hope to return next year as a JC and get to teach others all of the amazing things that I learned."
Tim Flank |
"LTC was not only a blast; it also taught me leadership skills that will last a lifetime...The experience I had at LTC will not only help me in my upcoming school year, but it will help me in all of my future encounters...I give all the thanks to LTC for its impact on me."
Paul von Autenried |
"After just one hour at camp I had met many people and felt at HOME. I had no worries about what was to come, and I gained confidence... Everyone is one big family at LTC. We laugh, learn, compete, support, and help each other...JCs bring excitement to meals, meetings, and Color Groups and SCs provide information on being a better leader...It is amazing what a positive enviroment LTC is...Leaving is so hard after you've made so many friends and learned so much...LTC was the most fun I had in months."
Alex Daugherty |
"At LTC right when you get there everyone of the staff members welcomes you with open arms...The songs and dancing is my favorite. When you first get there you think its weird and ask yourself why your doing this but soon enough you'll get so into it just like i did...you have to embrace everything at LTC...The people there are family. LTC is home. and what more could you ask for...I hope to return soon!"
Murphy Kate Delaney |
"LTC was by far one of the greatest experiences of my life; not to mention the most fun I have ever had with an amazing group of people I just met... From the minute you arrive you feel as though you are HOME and are immediately welcomed into a community of leaders just like yourself...I have already started to use numerous ideas I learned from the classes and incorporate them into my Student Council for this school year...The leadership skills and friendships I acquired at LTC are sure to last me a lifetime!"
Brittney Karpovich |
"To be perfectly honest I was a little scared when I saw a bunch off people dancing in a circle when I pulled up to LTC...Boy was I wrong! The whole LTC experience was phenomenal! The classes were very informative and the circle songs and games were the greatest (the alligator IS my friend). Songfest and LTC games were great too! I hope to be a part of the LTC family for years to come. LTC has a special place in my heart!"
Jennifer Suarez |
"I had an amazing time at LTC...it was the best conference ever! I learned so much about how to become a better leader and how to better myself while doing it. The staff was awesome and so funny. The energy everyone had was fantastic...I cant wait to go back to school and share it with everyone....Not only is it going to help me with school, but also the International Club that I am in. I feel like a better leader already!"
Evan Anderson |
"LTC was such an amazing experience. When i signed up I'll admit that i was kind of worried...buit when I left Medford Lakes I could have never prepared to be transported from New Jersey to Baltic Ave. to AFRICA to Oz...even though I expected to get a reaction from the polka dot unitard thing, I didn't know that everyone would be that shocked and that I would receive a standing ovation...I am still singing all the songs!"
Nikki Suseck |
"LTC impacted my life and I am so grateful for it...the amount of support a delegate receives is incredible and you simply feel as though you are HOME...the friendships I have made are sure to last forever...the ideas and projects that we learned I know will be beneficial...the bonding between all of us was amazing...if you are looking for a place to find never ending friendships, ideas/projects that will completely transform your school and gain spirit and pride for a group of people, then come to LTC!"
Aditi Jain |
"Thank you for giving me this great opportunity to attend LTC and meet other people that are just like me...I am ready to put my skills to the test on my school's student council...the LTC experience helped me have more confidence in myself and to think in a positive way when working with other people...I won't only use that in my student council but also in life when I face a challenge!"
Angelica Suarez |
"LTC was the most amazing experience of my life...I learned so much about how to apply leadership skills in school and through out the rest of my life...Everyone is so friendly and really inspired me to do my best. I made so many amazing friends at LTC that I hope to keep in contact with for as long as I can...Meeting the LTC staff and delegates was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for me, and LTC will always have a special place in my memories...If I could, I would re-live LTC all over again, without a doubt!"
Michelle Haddad |
"The LTC experience made me a better person because It helped me open up and feel more comfortable talking in front of a large group of people. I was able to meet amazing people in a short amount of time and not only did I gain great knowledge and new friends, but lasting memories! This whole experience taught me not to hold back, but to give my all in everything I do from the very first second. LTC is a welcoming community to step into, and a sad one to leave!"
Andrew Blumenthal |
"LTC was a great, fun and fantastic experience I will never forget...Each class I took made me a better leader in a different way...I intend to use what I learned in LTC in my school, community, and more...I had so much fun at LTC, and I came home with tons of strong memories, but also important leadership skills that will help me in school this year, next year, and forever on, wherever I go."
Colin Kochenash |
Michaela LaPatin |
"LTC was one of the greatest experiences I could ask for...I went into it
hoping to improve my public speaking skills and maybe meet a few new people...the result was overwhelmingly great...I learned tips on how to
give a presentation without being a nervous wreck. Another highlight of the
experience was all of the amazing people I met...My townhouse and brother
townhouse had a tight bond immediately after we met. We all learned so much
about ourselves, each other, and people in general. I made memories and friendships that will last a lifetime."
