Agency or agencies for which nominator feels nominee is best suited:
Department of Education
Organization name(s) and position(s) for which nominator feels nominee is best suited:
Presidents Council on Health and Physical Fitness
Policies which the nominator knows the nominee supports or in which they have expertise:
Education, Physical Fitness, Nutrition, Wellness, Overall Health
Nominator's thoughts on what would make this nominee a valuable member of a future Trump Unity Government
1) Is Competent... Inspirational entrepreneur for more than 40 years! 2) Is Honest... Continues to emphasize honesty via 35,000+ live shows/workshops to 10 million+ children & adults, as an inspirational performance-based keynote presenter and role model. 3) Is Respectful... Has inspired children, Law Enforcement, seniors, Military (1990 Persian Gulf), special needs individuals, and was honored to perform -solo- for President Ramanathan of Singapore for the year 2000 Healthy Heart Expo! 4) Has Integrity... Absolutely! Marks tag line is: Fitness is Neverending. Integrity is Everlasting. 5) Has Courage... Established two World records for endurance rope jumping for more than 36 hours. 6) Has a Proven Record... Inducted into The National Fitness Hall of Fame in 2011 as an Educator and Fitness Role Model. Still touring at an elite level at age 65!
Mark’s compassion, integrity, level of fitness, humility and ability to inspire children is unmatched! He has performed more than 35,000 shows around the world, establishing two rope jumping world records and has been inducted into The National Fitness Hall of Fame… he is a terrific role model and a great example for our youth to follow. Kids love him and he loves to inspire and connect with them on levels they can relate too. HE is truly an inspiration to watch when he is working with kids and I believe he would be a huge asset to our country in the fight against obesity and wellness!!
Mark is dedicated to making sure people are fit, kind and humble. Educating children about these three principles is how he dedicates his time! I’m very proud of him!
Mark Rothstein is a true inspiration, both to children and adults alike. As a world record holder in jump roping, featured in the Guinness Book of World Records, he showcases not only exceptional skill but also an unwavering commitment to physical health. His accomplishments go far beyond just breaking records; Mark has made it his mission to motivate and encourage the next generation to adopt healthier lifestyles.
Traveling the country, he visits schools and shares his story with students, teaching them the importance of fitness, perseverance, and self-discipline. His ability to connect with children and engage them in fun, challenging activities makes his messages both impactful and memorable. What’s even more impressive is that Mark continues to maintain his own health as he ages, proving that it’s never too late to take care of your body and pursue your passions.
My second grade team and I hired him to help motivate our students in Malden Massachusetts. He arrived early and energized! The students had an amazing time and learned a lot from him! Mark Rothstein stands as a shining example of what it means to live a full, active life, and he truly embodies the notion that health and wellness are timeless values. His dedication to inspiring others, regardless of age, makes him a role model whose influence will continue to ripple across communities for years to come.
We wholeheartedly endorse Mark Rothstein as an exceptional leader in exercise and motivational speaking. He is a force-multiplier for you to meet new friends around exercise routines that are portable and repeatable. Disciplined, funny, articulate–his sessions are a blast. He has a big, memorable personality and always leaves you with smile on your face.
Mark is the epitome of an educator who understands his audience, their needs, and what it takes to motivate individuals to set and achieve their goals. He inspires students as well as adults by demonstrating integrity, honesty, and encouragement each time he performs as an inspirational speaker. Students, faculty, administrators, and parents are all in awe of the positive impact Mark has on his audiences. He has the natural ability to maintain their attention while teaching not only life lessons, but also the importance of setting goals and encouraging others. Included in his programs are the teaching of the most important of character traits, some of which include integrity, honesty, compassion, along with the understanding and supporting of others.
Through Mark’s own courage, persistence, and determination he set two World Records for Marathon Rope Jumping. In addition, he created his Jump Against Drugs program in 1989 and has positively impacted thousands of children and adults.
Throughout his jump rope performances, Mark positively interacts with his audience and maintains their attention to the fullest. He respects and involves the audience’s needs regardless of their age and learning styles. Regardless of a participant’s learning style, all are comfortable in Mark’s presence as he encourages each to always do their best.
To whom it may concern;
I am writing this on behalf of Mark Rothstein.
To provide you with a little about myself, I currently hold the rank of Chief of Police for the Town of New Boston, New Hampshire. I serve a community of over 6,000 residents and I have served in my current capacity for nearly 13 years. I was a DARE instructor between 1998 and 2015 and delivered the program to well over 2000 students during that time. It was in this capacity I met Mark.
In 2004, we scheduled Mark to present at my DARE graduation. Simply stated, it was a huge success and as a result, for 20 years now, I have brought Mark back for each successive DARE graduation, with the same continued success.
His programs are always high energy, heavily involve the students, involve their teachers, and deliver the right messages.
All of this is aligning with his passion and life long commitment to fitness.
I can also say that Mark has always handled himself with the utmost professionalism and have no doubt Mark will be the best representative for this role.
Mark Rothstein is a man of character and integrity. He has been an inspiration for so many in regard to physical fitness. He is a man of his word and can be trusted to make a difference in the lives of others. I have know him for many years and I consider him a dear friend.
Brett Butler
Former MLB player
On the evening of November 5th, Mark Rothstein was honored to be nominated in the EDUCATION CATEGORY of The Make America Healthy Again initiative,** spearheaded by Robert F. Kennedy Jr,to inspire our youth to be healthy, happy, fit and successful!
I can not think of anyone more deserving or more qualified for the nomination to serve on MAHA. Mark’s dedication to global health, & fitness is his lifestyle and passion. His 40+ year career, inspires, educates & promotes fitness to our youth… making a positive impact one child at a time!**He continues to motivate and encourage the next generation to adopt healthier lifestyles.
Mark will bring a lifetime of health and fitness knowledge and experience, especially with respect to America’s youth. He is a fitness expert and an educator with a focus on leadership and integrity, and a natural fit for this role.
In elementary school, Mark “The Rock” Rothstein came to my school and put on a jump rope performance I still remember to this day, about 32 years later. His passion and love for the jump ropew and a good, healthy lifestyle was immediately apparent to me, and he demonstrated how powerful something as simple as a jump rope can be terms of health, discipline, and growth. Mark is the brother of my kindergarten teacher, who I am in still in touch with today. Just goes to show the kind of person Mark, his sister is, and I’m sure the whole Rothstein family is. I’m grateful for this man and hold him in high regard, as well as his sister, who impacted my life in more ways than she could ever know. We love you Mark & Rothsteins!!!
I can personally attest to this Donna, as you were my kindergarten teacher 32 years ago. As I mentioned in my comment above or below, I still remember Mark coming to Peachtree Elementary School and putting on an unforgettable demonstration/impressive performance in his Reebok Pumps, showing us kids how something as simple as a rope can provide someone with good health, discipline, and inspiration in their life.
If I ever personally met Mark, it was on that day, and I was about 5. All I remember was his jump roping, and his passion for it as well as life. I never imagined I would stay in touch with my kindergarten teacher 30 years later, yet here we are. I am very grateful for you, as well as your brother, and all the lives you have touched along your journey. You are greatly loved and appreciated. All I know is, kindergarten was “a blast and a half!”. Much love to you Ms. Rothstein!!
I first met Mark over 20 years ago and developed a lasting friendship with him.
I first introduced him as a motivational speaker and rope jumper but soon found out that he was much more than that. Mark is a kind person that only wants to have an impact on our youth and help them to grow into the people they should be by being the best that they can be. I came to admire Mark and his work and used many of his teachings and ideas in my own classes. You can not find a better person for this honor than Mark.
On the evening of November 5th, my friend and colleague Mark Rothstein was honored to be nominated in the Education category of The Make America Healthy Again initiative, spearheaded by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to inspire our youth to to be healthy, happy, fit and successful!
I can not think of anyone more deserving or more qualified to serve on MAHA. Mark’s dedication to globalealth, & fitness is his lifestyle and passion. His 40+ year career, continues to inspire, educate & promote fitness to our youth… making a positive impact one child at a time. He continues to motivate and encourage the next generation to adopt and maintain healthier lifestyles.
Mark’s message is sincere and true, “Fitness is never ending, Integrity is everlasting.”
I so admire Mark’s commitment to our youth! As a former fitness trainer who focused on children of all ages, I understand the urgent need to educate and motivate our school-aged children. With 1 out of 5 US children being obese, Mark’s commitment of educational programs in schools and communities empower children to take charge of their health, creating a foundation for a healthier and happier generation.
Jumping rope & fitness aside what are his feelings about the dismal failure we know as the Department of Education? FWIW - I still have a 1/2 dozen “Presidential Fitness Awards” in my scrap book from the days when we had such a thing.
I have known Mark for 40 years. His commitment to physical fitness and his integrity are unmatched. His ability to relate to children is remarkable. It would be impossible to find a better fit for this position than Mark.
I’m sure the right choices will be made within the Department of Education and I’d like to refocus your attention on a highly underserved population of humans, which is why it is imperative to also put the right people into the Office of Special Education Programs which I humbly request your vote of confidence for. Thank you!