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After Holiday Break: Top 7 Ways to Re-Engage Students
Coming back from holiday break isn’t always easy… for students or educators. Just like adults, students get used to the downtime, the rest, and the freedom. Returning to routine can feel abrupt, and in some cases, neither group is exactly “in the mood” to be back in...
Q&A with Marley Lizama: A CoolSpeaker Honored at Houston’s Night of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
A CoolSpeaker using art, identity, and storytelling to reshape how young people define success. On October 23, 2025, leaders, creators, and changemakers from across Houston gathered for the annual Night of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, hosted by AAF-Houston. This...
How to Get the Most Out of Conference Season
We know conference season isn’t just a travel week on the calendar. It can be one of the most important professional development moments of the year. Whether you’re in GEAR UP, TRIO, K–12 schools, or district leadership, the right conference can strengthen your team,...
Scholarship Essays & AI: Why Your Voice Still Matters The Most
At CoolSpeak, we know educators and program leaders are navigating big questions about AI and academic integrity, especially when guiding students through scholarship and college application writing. To help support that work, CoolSpeaker and published author on...
4 Creative Ways to Make Family Engagement Cool
Family engagement is more than a box to check on the school calendar. It’s the foundation of trust, communication, and long-term student success. On a recent Facebook Live for Family Engagement Professionals, Ernesto Mejía discussed one of the most common events in...
From GEAR UP to Giving Back: 8 Questions with MJ Bridges
In honor of National GEAR UP Week, CoolSpeak wanted to interview one of our own who is a proud GEAR UP alumnus. MJ Bridges knows the program’s impact doesn’t end at graduation. Growing up in Racine, Wisconsin, he participated in the Wisconsin Education Opportunity...
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