Junior Gym Leaders by Joe Kravitz

Natalie Brasen

021346 — 2015-09-15 02:55:19 UTC

I picked Katniss Everdeen from the Hunger Games as one of the most successful leaders from a movie because throughout the series she has saved many people and she knows that President Snow is a bad person and he needs to be stopped. She knows how the people from different districts should be treated and she is determined to make the districts become a whole.

Maria-Elena Sanchez

nena_preciosa — 2015-09-15 20:51:40 UTC

I chose Alan Turing (from the Imitation Game) because even when his whole team told him that his plan wouldn't work to crack the Nazi codes, he still went with his gut and carried his team through the end. At the end they were able to crack all codes.

Casey Kirkland

021302 — 2015-09-15 21:35:18 UTC

I chose Gus from the benchwarmers because he inspires kids around the world to go out a try any thing you wanna do no matter what anybody says. Gus also shows you that people can change, he shows you this because growing up Gus was a bully and then when he gets older him and his 2 other friends Clark and Richie show kids across America that "nerds" rule!

Allison Polinski

020884 — 2015-09-15 21:51:14 UTC

Hermione Granger from Harry Potter is a leader because she makes strategies that keep Harry and Ron alive and out of trouble. Without her, they would have been dead by the first book.

Kiersten Sinram

021149 — 2015-09-15 23:09:36 UTC

Mike and Sulley from Monsters University are leaders because they start from the bottom failing at school to becoming the best in the scare team. With their teamwork they worked their way up to the top to become the best.

Miranda DeMasi

021357 — 2015-09-15 23:14:28 UTC

I chose Casey from Under siege because he shows what it is like to have courage and bravery. Without his bravery he would not have saved many people. He also shows how to put others before him and helps people before himself.

Marisa DeMasi

2015-09-15 23:49:50 UTC

I chose the movie pursuit of happiness because Will Smith stays positive through tough times in his life. He shows us that having a positive mind set in life can lead to being happy.

McKenzie Ebel

021204 — 2015-09-16 00:54:09 UTC

I chose Fat Amy from Pitch Perfect because she is a strong independent woman. She does not let anyone influence her in her decisions and she has more self confidence than anyone I know. Fat Amy never follows the normal crowd, she goes off of her own ideas.

Katie Pacetti

020870 — 2015-09-16 01:27:16 UTC

I chose Owen from the Way, Way Back because he gave some much needed confidence to the main protagonist of the story, Duncan. Duncan's parents are divorced, and he lives with his mom. Her boyfriend is extremely mean to Duncan. Owen helped Duncan develop some confidence.

Emily Dybas

020690 — 2015-09-16 01:33:06 UTC

In the Blind Side, Leigh Anne Tuohey is definitely a role model. She has a big heart and takes Big Mike into her home without thinking twice. Leigh Anne fought for Big Mike when no one thought he was good enough. She believed in him and let his talents prove on the field. She did not let anybody else think for her which was an awesome quality to have.

Amy Fleszewski

2015-09-16 02:23:13 UTC

I chose Mr. Smith from Mr. Smith Goes To Washington because of his strong will and good character. The fact that no matter what people said about him, he never gave up on himself showed how strong he was. He also always stood up for what was right, what he believed in, and never let others sway his opinion, which showed his good character. In the end his strong leadership skills are what made him successful.

Meghan Karbarz

021066 — 2015-09-16 03:08:23 UTC

I chose Jonas from the movie The Giver. He is a successful leader because when he is given the career of being the receiver of memories, he tries his hardest to do the best he can with what he is given and taught by The Giver. In the end, he is able to stand up and fight for what he believes in and he doesn't give up.

Hannah Frank

020715 — 2015-09-16 14:05:13 UTC

I chose Jordan Belfort from "Wolf of Wall Street" because he took a small firm and made it into a multi-million dollar company with his knowledge of penny stocks and how to communicate with potential buyers. Though his intentions were not necessarily good, he still was successful in teaching all of his apprentices to become some pretty persuasive stock brokers.

Katelyn Ferrin

020708 — 2015-09-16 14:13:02 UTC

I chose Mr. Keating from the movie Dead Poets Society because he inspires his students to be the best versions of themselves. Also, he is a relatable teacher that the kids look up to. My favorite line from him is when he says, "I stand upon my desk to remind myself that we must constantly look at things in a different way". This is true because you could always look at things with a negative perspective then you can never gain a new perspective on a situation. Also, he sets an excellent example for his students on how to break the norm and be yourself. One student, Neil Perry, wants to be an actor. However, his father does not like this and wants him to become a doctor instead. Mr. Keating encourages Neil to go against his fathers wishes and become an actor.

Anna Malfeo

2015-09-16 15:22:03 UTC

I chose Leslie Knope from the show Parks and Recreation because she is a really strong-willed and independent woman. She always does nice things for other people and she never needs anyone else's approval, especially when she runs for office. Even though everyone in Pawnee hated her, she always wanted to do good for the community. All that matters to her is that her friends liked her and they knew she would do anything for them.

Kaleigh Schmutzler

020925 — 2015-09-16 16:08:07 UTC

I chose Kate Beckett and Richard Castle from the hit Tv show Castle. They stood out as leaders because they use courage, confidence, and respect to solve crimes while helping many people along the way.

Beth Kuhn

020798 — 2015-09-16 16:23:41 UTC

I picked Thomas (Dylan O'Brien) from MazeRunner because he took charge of the gladers and helped them escape from the maze. He came into the maze with no idea what was going on and took matters into his own hands to help everyone else. Without him, the other gladers wouldn't have ever gotten out.

Kasandra Kot

021379 — 2015-09-16 16:29:41 UTC

I chose tris prior from the movie Divergent as the most successful leader because in the movie her character in the beginning was rather shy and not very outgoing but has a major transformation when switched to the dauntless faction. Through out the movie she gains more bravery and determination to make things right within the factions (and for the divergent) and fight for the ones she loves. She overcomes many problems that she is faced with and doesn't back down when things got hard.

Rachel Derickson

021567 — 2015-09-16 22:34:34 UTC

I chose Herb Brooks (played by Kurt Russell in the phenomenal docudrama Miracle) because despite the many doubts, Herb Brooks led his 1980 Winter Olympic USA hockey team to an outstanding upsetting victory against the popular, favored Soviet Russian team using hard work, faith in his team, determination, and dedication. As soon as tryouts finished Brooks got right to work in perfecting and changing the schedules, practices, and strategies. Despite a heartbreaking 10-3 loss in an exhibition game against the Soviets, Brooks continues to push his team to work hard and encourages them to not give up. He never loses faith in his team which pays off. Wins soon follow and finally Team USA is in the medal rounds. Brooks delivers one of the greatest speeches in sports' history. "Great moments are born from great opportunity, and that's what you have here tonight, boys. That's what you've earned here tonight. One game; if we played them ten times, they might win nine. But not this game, not tonight. Tonight, we skate with them. Tonight we stay with them, and we shut them down because we can. Tonight, we are the greatest hockey team in the world. You were born to be hockey players—every one of you, and you were meant to be here tonight. This is your time. Their time is done. It's over. I'm sick and tired of hearing about what a great hockey team the Soviets have. Screw 'em. This is your time. Now go out there and take it!" Through this speech he lifts his team's spirits up with positivity and encouragement. Team USA goes on to win 4-3 against the Soviets taking them to the gold medal finals against Finland. Team USA's hard work and Herb Brooks great leadership, outstanding coaching, and determination pays off--USA wins the gold medal.

Brittney O'Neill

2015-09-17 00:34:18 UTC

I chose Gerry Bertier from the movie Remember the Titans. This character demonstrated outstanding leadership skills throughout the entire movie. When the African American team came to play on his team, everyone was doubtful including Gerry. But as time went on he grew close to them and began to defend them on and off the football field. He also went through a terrible car accident and got paralyzed. Even.Even though he he couldn't play in the championship game that they have been working for the entire season, he still encouraged his fellow teammates.

Dakota Paloma

020872 — 2015-09-17 00:35:10 UTC

I chose Rapunzel from the Disney movie Tangled. I chose Rapunzel because when she sets her mind to something she will do it no matter what. She teaches very good life lessons by doing so. She is the type of girl to follow her dreams and stand up for herself. Rapunzel is a leader, she is very independent and the things she says makes you want to stand up for what you believe in always.

Quotes:

"Go live your dreams."

"You don't really need someone to complete you.. You only need someone to accept you completely."

"I want to see the world and not just through a window."

"I promise. And when I promise something, I never ever break that promise. Ever."

Samantha Wawronowicz

2015-09-17 00:47:15 UTC

I chose Indiana Jones (Indie, and played by Harrison Ford) because he became a very successful person later in life. Indie started out as a boy scout who felt any ancient artifact should belong in a museum. After high school, he became an archelogoist professor- his dream job. On the side, he goes on remote expeditions to forests, deserts and mountians to preserve these artifacts. While all of the action in this anathology is amazing, he teaches the audience that greed can overcome people. He remains sensible and will only take risks when he feels the outcome will be for the better.

Kayla Isom

2015-09-17 01:09:49 UTC

I chose Morgan Freeman from the movie Lean on me. I chose Morgan Freeman from this movie because in the movie, he is the principal of an inner city high school. The school is at a risk of being taken over by the government unless the students improve their test scores, therefore, he took it upon himself to lead the students to better test scores, keeping the school open for the students.

Staci DiCristofano

020675 — 2015-09-17 01:56:49 UTC

The teacher from Matilda (aka Ms. Honey) is a good example of a successful leader. Matilda comes from a home with parents that do not really care about her. Her teacher really cares about her and her education. She always talks with Matilda and even tutors her. Oneday Matilda’s family wants to move so Ms. Honey adopts her. Ms. Honey is an example of a good leader because she is an example of what a parent should be. She always teaches Matilda how important education is. There are a lot of good qualities that Ms. Honey can demonstrate for Matilda, because Ms. Honey is a nice person, smart, always helping others, and cares how people feel. Ms. Honey takes the role of Matilda’s parents.

Madisyn Hannion

020734 — 2015-09-17 03:09:05 UTC

I chose four from the movie divergent. I chose four because in the movie he is the instructor of the transfer initiates. He pushes the main character Tris to complete the training the best she can and not get cut. He leads Tris though all of the training's and helps her become a stronger individual. One thing he says which describes him good is,

"I don't want to be just one thing, I can't be. I want to be brave and I want to be selfless, intelligent and honest and kind."

Rachel Maida

021388 — 2015-09-17 04:05:35 UTC

I chose Jack Kelly from the Disney movie/musical Newsies. Jack Kelly was an orphan that took all of the other newsboys under his wing. When newspaper giants Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst raise the price of newspapers to 60 cents a pape, Jack becomes president of the newsboys union, which was formed to "watch each others backs, union we stand". These are the words Jack says to the newsies when they are starting a strike against the World, the newspaper company all of the boys work for. He is able to rally together some of the biggest cities in New York and bring together Manhattan, The Bronx, Richmond. Woodside, Flushing, and Brooklyn to get the price lowered back to 50 cents a pape. Jack also takes on the role of protecting the younger boys especially Crutchie the crippled newsie who ends up in the Refuge half way through the show. Jack goes through everything he can to get his best friend back.

Sarah Veatch

019563 — 2015-09-17 17:40:38 UTC

I chose Dr. Sayer (Robin WIlliams) from the movie Awakenings. Even after he was given a job that he wasn't sure he could handle with people that aren't particularly kind to him, his kindness and leading by example gives his coworkers the strength to stand by him in his decisions while helping the patients at the chronic hospital. Then when some of his experiments collapse he shows no signs of giving up and provides everyone (coworkers, patients, beneficiaries, and bosses) with all the possible outcomes of their predicament and prepares them for the worst while keeping a positive attitude.

Jessica Sterna

020952 — 2015-09-18 03:12:05 UTC

I chose Mulan because she showed that no matter the circumstances, a person can do anything they set their mind to. She shows courage and chivalry by joining the army even though she is a woman. She did everything she did to achieve her goals of being in the army and was successful in doing so.

Elena Woulfe

020984 — 2015-09-18 03:52:54 UTC

I chose Dori from Nemo. Even in the toughest and most serious situations she stays positive and always makes things funny that normally would not be funny. Her famous quote "Just keep swimming" is one that perfectly represents her positive attitude throughout the movie.

Drew Litynski

2015-09-21 03:23:32 UTC

I chose Louis Zamperini as my leader, from the movie Unbroken. From the beginning of his life, instead of just giving up and living his life as a normal ordinary person, he chased his dreams to become an Olympic runner. This shows great leadership because he never gave up and went after his dreams. He soon became an airman in the military, leading to his plane crashing in the middle of the ocean. There he had to survive 47 days lost at sea, to only be found and taken hostage by the Japanese Navy, being harassed about his past as runner. He shows leadership by staying strong and not letting the Japanese general break him down at the camp. Years after being rescued, he also shows leadership by taking the high road and wanting to meet with the Japanese general, only to be turned down.

Ashley Witkowski

2015-09-21 15:11:43 UTC

My favorite hero from a movie would definitely be sully. Sully is the best animated character ever. He's like a big teddy bear who takes care of Boo like he's her dad. You can tell how much Boo loves him and he fights to save her life. He's a hero to Boo.

Olivia Chiarelli

020644 — 2015-09-22 00:01:52 UTC

From my leader, I chose Walt Disney. He isn't specifically "from a movie" but there are plenty movies about him. He shows leadership by teaching not only kids, but also adults to keep moving forward. He was a dedicated man, who changed thousands of little minds. Whether or not a person still believes in magic, Walt teaches you to never stop dreaming, and to "keep on keeping on" .

Tyra Barlow

021698 — 2015-09-22 00:39:31 UTC

I chose Edward Cullen from twilight because he showed great leadership when fighting the Volturi to protect his family. This showed what a great leader he was because he was fighting some of the most powerful people in the superntural world for the people he loved and he risked everythimg for them.

oliwia Nowak

021243 — 2015-09-22 23:20:33 UTC

The leader that i chose is Dylan O'Brien from the Maze Runner. In Maze Runner, Dylan over achieved and went beyond, being responsible and leading trying to fight for survival and freedom. Also, he was never willing to give up no matter how harsh conditions were getting even while getting injured at times. The most influential thing that I like about this actor is that he was willing to step in and lead and become successful, being the first to ever explore the maze. From the start, he always had high hopes for survival. He was willing to give in especially when nobody was willing to. Its bettering being a giver than being a loser. Hard work did pay off at the end.

Paige Christian

020645 — 2015-09-23 01:11:51 UTC

I chose Forrest Gump from the movie, Forrest Gump. I think that throughout the movie, Forrest always kept an optimistic attitude towards the challenges he faced in life, and he became successful. A certain scene during the movie was when he was at war in Vietnam was when his leadership was shown the most. He returned to find his friend Bubba after him and his army were shot at, and then continued to return to help out his fellow soldiers. This showed that his "teammates" were very important to him and he would risk his life for them, which is a very important quality of a leader.

Bailey Sanderson

020918 — 2015-09-23 13:21:07 UTC

The successful leader that I chose was Thomas from the Maze Runner series. I chose him because he took charge when everything was going wrong for him and his friends in the glade. Also he stayed strong and encouraged everyone to stay together. I believe he is a great leader because no matter what he would never leave someone behind, he would always go back and help his friends even if that meant he would endanger himself.

Lauren Jankowski

2016-09-13 02:12:53 UTC

I think an incredible leader is Darth Vader. This is because although he is from the dark side he can get hundreds of people thinking the same way and working well together. Granted he is mean which is not a good quality, but I think what makes him an exceptional leader is that he admitted his faults and went to the light side #maytheforcebewithyou