George K. D. Hopkins
Head Lacrosse Coach, Mathematics Teacher at Catholic High School- Claim this Profile
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Shawn Jezek
Coach Hopkins is a transformative leader of athletes and men. As an assistant on his coaching staff I regularly saw Coach Hopkins model appropriate, professional and determined behavior that out staff members and players readily imitated and applied. Coach Hopkins was critical in efforts to elevate a once recreational sport and lacrosse team on-campus into a Championship weekend regular. Hopkins also lead efforts to grow the game in the State of Louisiana and opened up opportunities for Lacrosse play that had not been in place prior. His expertise in the sport of Lacrosse coupled with his intentional coaching style led to many players achieving far greater accomplishments than they may have previously thought possible. It was a joy and a privilege to work under and with Coach Hopkins and lessons that I have learned as his assistant will always be a foundational part of my coaching repertoire and approach. Hopkins is an exceptional coach and can reach athletes in any range of levels and backgrounds.
JR Ball
George is a first-rate lacrosse coach, a dedicated instructor and an even better human. Using strong leadership skills, instilling core principles of character, effort and attitude in his players, and having the self-confidence and willingness to hire strong assistants, George has built the Catholic High lacrosse program into a state power. Though a low-key demeanor, a passion to mentor young students and athletes while demanding excellence through attention to detail burns strong.
Shawn Jezek
Coach Hopkins is a transformative leader of athletes and men. As an assistant on his coaching staff I regularly saw Coach Hopkins model appropriate, professional and determined behavior that out staff members and players readily imitated and applied. Coach Hopkins was critical in efforts to elevate a once recreational sport and lacrosse team on-campus into a Championship weekend regular. Hopkins also lead efforts to grow the game in the State of Louisiana and opened up opportunities for Lacrosse play that had not been in place prior. His expertise in the sport of Lacrosse coupled with his intentional coaching style led to many players achieving far greater accomplishments than they may have previously thought possible. It was a joy and a privilege to work under and with Coach Hopkins and lessons that I have learned as his assistant will always be a foundational part of my coaching repertoire and approach. Hopkins is an exceptional coach and can reach athletes in any range of levels and backgrounds.
JR Ball
George is a first-rate lacrosse coach, a dedicated instructor and an even better human. Using strong leadership skills, instilling core principles of character, effort and attitude in his players, and having the self-confidence and willingness to hire strong assistants, George has built the Catholic High lacrosse program into a state power. Though a low-key demeanor, a passion to mentor young students and athletes while demanding excellence through attention to detail burns strong.
Shawn Jezek
Coach Hopkins is a transformative leader of athletes and men. As an assistant on his coaching staff I regularly saw Coach Hopkins model appropriate, professional and determined behavior that out staff members and players readily imitated and applied. Coach Hopkins was critical in efforts to elevate a once recreational sport and lacrosse team on-campus into a Championship weekend regular. Hopkins also lead efforts to grow the game in the State of Louisiana and opened up opportunities for Lacrosse play that had not been in place prior. His expertise in the sport of Lacrosse coupled with his intentional coaching style led to many players achieving far greater accomplishments than they may have previously thought possible. It was a joy and a privilege to work under and with Coach Hopkins and lessons that I have learned as his assistant will always be a foundational part of my coaching repertoire and approach. Hopkins is an exceptional coach and can reach athletes in any range of levels and backgrounds.
JR Ball
George is a first-rate lacrosse coach, a dedicated instructor and an even better human. Using strong leadership skills, instilling core principles of character, effort and attitude in his players, and having the self-confidence and willingness to hire strong assistants, George has built the Catholic High lacrosse program into a state power. Though a low-key demeanor, a passion to mentor young students and athletes while demanding excellence through attention to detail burns strong.
Shawn Jezek
Coach Hopkins is a transformative leader of athletes and men. As an assistant on his coaching staff I regularly saw Coach Hopkins model appropriate, professional and determined behavior that out staff members and players readily imitated and applied. Coach Hopkins was critical in efforts to elevate a once recreational sport and lacrosse team on-campus into a Championship weekend regular. Hopkins also lead efforts to grow the game in the State of Louisiana and opened up opportunities for Lacrosse play that had not been in place prior. His expertise in the sport of Lacrosse coupled with his intentional coaching style led to many players achieving far greater accomplishments than they may have previously thought possible. It was a joy and a privilege to work under and with Coach Hopkins and lessons that I have learned as his assistant will always be a foundational part of my coaching repertoire and approach. Hopkins is an exceptional coach and can reach athletes in any range of levels and backgrounds.
JR Ball
George is a first-rate lacrosse coach, a dedicated instructor and an even better human. Using strong leadership skills, instilling core principles of character, effort and attitude in his players, and having the self-confidence and willingness to hire strong assistants, George has built the Catholic High lacrosse program into a state power. Though a low-key demeanor, a passion to mentor young students and athletes while demanding excellence through attention to detail burns strong.
Credentials
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Introduction to Negotiation: A Strategic Playbook for Becoming a Principled and Persuasive Negotiator
Coursera Course CertificatesJan, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
Building Your Leadership Skills
Coursera Course CertificatesDec, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills
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Inspiring Leadership through Emotional Intelligence
Coursera Verified CertificatesJun, 2013- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Catholic High School
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head Lacrosse Coach, Mathematics Teacher
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Aug 2016 - Present
Geometry and Algebra II Teacher Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach Geometry and Algebra II Teacher Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach
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Regents School Of Oxford
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head Lacrosse Coach
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Nov 2014 - Aug 2016
Regents School of Oxford launched their youth and high school lacrosse program last year, and I have been serving as their founding head coach on a part-time basis. Regents is the first school in Oxford to offer lacrosse as a sport for their student-athletes ranging in ages from 8 to 18 years old. We introduced it in the Fall of 2014 and have now completed 2 full Spring seasons with games against other teams in the region including Memphis, TN and Jackson, MS. Regents School of Oxford launched their youth and high school lacrosse program last year, and I have been serving as their founding head coach on a part-time basis. Regents is the first school in Oxford to offer lacrosse as a sport for their student-athletes ranging in ages from 8 to 18 years old. We introduced it in the Fall of 2014 and have now completed 2 full Spring seasons with games against other teams in the region including Memphis, TN and Jackson, MS.
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University of Mississippi
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Head Coach Men's Lacrosse
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Aug 2014 - Aug 2016
The Head Coach for the men’s lacrosse team at Ole Miss is responsible for providing guidance and advice to all members of the Executive Committee, which includes the coaching staff and player officers i.e., the President, Vice President, Treasurer and Social Chair. The Head Coach has final call on the following items related to the governance of the team: • game scheduling • practice plans • equipment & apparel purchases (oversight) • disciplinary sanctions • starting line-up for games and all player substitutions • captain selection from nominees submitted by the team • Executive Committee selection in partnership with the elected Team President • hiring of assistant coaches • appointment of team manager & team statistician • oversight of all recruiting efforts The Head Coach is also responsible for facilitating a smooth transfer of all documentation and relevant information to his or her successor. Show less
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Building 21
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Consultant / Recruiter
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Aug 2013 - Aug 2016
I assisted Building 21 as an independent contractor working remotely on a part-time basis in our search for a school leader and teachers to help launch our second high school, Building 21 Allentown, opening within the Allentown, PA school district. We also searched for teachers in and around Philadelphia as we prepared to add the next cohort of students at Building 21 Ferguson, a School District of Philadelphia high school. During our initial design year in Philadelphia, I was one of six foundational team leaders for Building 21 and helped create our organization's mission, vision and values. I contributed to the overall curriculum design and created the initial draft of our core, personal finance studio in accordance with our instructional, competency-based model. I engaged in other work that covered a broad range of topics, including the design and administration of a thorough, behavioral-based hiring process for our founding principal and teaching team. I also conducted research for the design of our facilities, drafted the initial survey of our school's community resources and cultivated community partnerships for future, purposeful and direct work with students. Show less
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Qatar Foundation
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Qatar
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Head of Student Affairs at Qatar Leadership Academy
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Aug 2010 - Jul 2012
• One of three deputies to the Director of this unique boarding school located on the Persian Gulf. • Line manager for cadet conduct, counseling, leadership training, school trips, residential life and school liaison with QF Health, Safety, Security & Environment Directorate. • Created whole new student handbook including revised behavior policy. • Conducted investigations in response to major incidents and/or persistent behavioral infractions. • Created and assigned working shift rotations for entire Boarding Staff. • Completed comprehensive appraisals of all non-Qatari Boarding Officers. • Chaired regular calendar committee meetings for entire senior management team. • Direct members of staff included the Boarding Superintendent, Boarding Counselor, Boarding Officers, Medical Doctor, Nurses, Islamic Counselor, and the Off-Campus Program Coordinator. • Chaired regular meetings of Advisory Teachers. • Chaired weekly grade level meetings for Teachers and Boarding Officers to discuss students. • Generated Teacher duty rota, including supervision in the mosque during Dhuhr mid-day prayers. • Set up proper running of school assemblies in consultation with the faculty. • Liaised with recruiters and other businesses prior to appointment of the PR Coordinator. • Proposed and produced the email protocol issued by the Director in September 2010. • Planned orientation for entire staff in August 2011, including a program for all Boarding Officers. • Member of the leadership team guiding the academy through the CIS accreditation process. NB: My father passed away in Greece on October 7, 2012. Show less
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Amman Baccalaureate School - ABS
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Jordan
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Education Administration Programs
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200 - 300 Employee
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Dean of Students
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Aug 2008 - Aug 2010
• Senior disciplinarian for IB World School with 989 students, responsible for ensuring school rules and regulations were followed and enforced in all areas of student life. • Chaired the school’s Pastoral Committee, whose role was to formulate and draft pastoral policies and to ensure and promote a consistent approach to pastoral issues and student welfare throughout the school. • Implemented new school-wide trips and expeditions policy, which included forming and chairing a parent-faculty committee ad hoc. • Completed the application to Round Square and hosted the interview with the Round Square representative along with the Principal; ABS is now a Regional member of Round Square. • Cold War History and TOK Teacher Show less
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The Dynamiter
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Hollywood, CA
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Executive Producer
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2008 - 2009
In 2011, The Dynamiter was an Official Berlin Film Festival selection. Among other honors, it was also the Jury Prize Winner in 2011 at the Deauville Film Festival in France. In addition to my role as an executive producer, I really nailed the non-speaking part as a short-order cook in the background of a split-second scene when the cops find Robbie in the Diner. In 2011, The Dynamiter was an Official Berlin Film Festival selection. Among other honors, it was also the Jury Prize Winner in 2011 at the Deauville Film Festival in France. In addition to my role as an executive producer, I really nailed the non-speaking part as a short-order cook in the background of a split-second scene when the cops find Robbie in the Diner.
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Pinewood International School
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Thessaloniki, Greece
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IBDP Coordinator, Teacher
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2006 - 2008
• IB Diploma Programme Coordinator for small IB World School, including CAS component; conducted staff meetings, parent and student consultations; handled all related clerical work. • Secondary School Coordinator for Iowa Tests of Basic Skills across six grade levels (7-12) • CAS Coordinator; IB Economics, Algebra II and Medieval History Teacher • IB Diploma Programme Coordinator for small IB World School, including CAS component; conducted staff meetings, parent and student consultations; handled all related clerical work. • Secondary School Coordinator for Iowa Tests of Basic Skills across six grade levels (7-12) • CAS Coordinator; IB Economics, Algebra II and Medieval History Teacher
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Partner
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Dec 2005 - 2006
Advised a new medical device business on formation of business partnerships and deal structures, drafting strategic documents and structuring commercial transactions. General partner responsible for strategic consulting, including business plan, sales strategy development, and market analysis. Advised a new medical device business on formation of business partnerships and deal structures, drafting strategic documents and structuring commercial transactions. General partner responsible for strategic consulting, including business plan, sales strategy development, and market analysis.
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Harvard-Westlake School
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Geometry and Prealgebra
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1999 - 2003
· Managed five classrooms of adolescents; taught prealgebra and geometry to 7th & 9th graders. · Appointed to curriculum development committee; led department software workshops; interviewed prospective families for admission; arranged and organized architecture club field trips. · Managed five classrooms of adolescents; taught prealgebra and geometry to 7th & 9th graders. · Appointed to curriculum development committee; led department software workshops; interviewed prospective families for admission; arranged and organized architecture club field trips.
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Milken Community School
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Education Administration Programs
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100 - 200 Employee
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Geometry and Algebra
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1998 - 1999
· Instructed boys and girls in algebra and geometry (grades 9 & 10, ages 14-16); trained faculty for campus-wide student information management system (grade book and attendance software); facilitated faculty workshop on designing web-based student projects. · Instructed boys and girls in algebra and geometry (grades 9 & 10, ages 14-16); trained faculty for campus-wide student information management system (grade book and attendance software); facilitated faculty workshop on designing web-based student projects.
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Green Vale School
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Glen Head, NY
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Algebra, Prealgebra and Arithmetic
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Aug 1996 - Aug 1998
• Taught arithmetic, prealgebra and algebra to boys & girls in grades 5, 6, 7 and 8 (ages 10-14). • Completed two week fellowship at SUNY/College at Old Westbury (DDE Title II-A Problem-Solving Workshop for Teachers of Middle School Mathematics). • Taught arithmetic, prealgebra and algebra to boys & girls in grades 5, 6, 7 and 8 (ages 10-14). • Completed two week fellowship at SUNY/College at Old Westbury (DDE Title II-A Problem-Solving Workshop for Teachers of Middle School Mathematics).
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Education
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2004 - 2005
Long Island University
MBA, International Business Administration -
1998 - 2002
Bank Street College of Education
MS Ed, Leadership in Mathematics Education -
1988 - 1992
Franklin & Marshall College
BA, Government
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