Innovative Schools Are Cool

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CoolSpeak Helps You Put the Motivation Back into Education

CoolSpeak: A Youth Engagement Company will provide you with tangible benefits typically not available to individual speakers. With our combined talent and live & online resources, we’re able to serve the entire community – students, parents, and teachers – with a comprehensive plan to address your goals and needs.

Join CoolSpeak and make a positive and sustainable impact with our youth and our communities.

Resources From The Innovative Schools Summits

Ernesto Mejía

As the proud son of Mexican immigrants and a first-generation college graduate, Ernesto inspires students, families, and educators with his journey of resilience and dedication to education. He aims to empower others to overcome challenges and achieve the American dream through meaningful engagement and impactful learning experiences.

Download presentations, handouts, and resources from recent conference presentations.

Blogs by Ernesto

Meet Ernesto

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Dr. Laura Rizo

Dr. Laura Rizo is a former teacher and counselor whose powerful message of resilience stems from her lived experiences with poverty, mental illness, and identity challenges. Passionate about emotional growth and authenticity, she empowers students and educators alike to overcome obstacles and helps adults lead with heart.

Download presentations, handouts, and resources from recent conference presentations.

Dr. Laura Rizo

Dr. Laura Rizo is a former teacher and counselor whose powerful message of resilience stems from her lived experiences with poverty, mental illness, and identity challenges. Passionate about emotional growth and authenticity, she empowers students and educators alike to overcome obstacles and helps adults lead with heart.

Download presentations, handouts, and resources from recent conference presentations.

Blogs by Dr. Rizo

Meet Dr. Rizo

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CoolSpeak Services Innovative Schools Love!

Keynotes

Dynamic Speakers. Real Impact.

Our CoolSpeakers turn personal stories into powerful life lessons. Whether it’s a student assembly or professional conference, CoolSpeak keynotes are energizing, authentic, and unforgettable.

Professional Development

Relevant. Actionable. Anything But Boring.

Professional development that energizes your team with relevant, real-world strategies to boost student engagement and restore motivation in the classroom and beyond.

Family Engagement Events

Empower Families. Strengthen Schools.

Events that equip families with tools for their students’ success while building trust, connection, and partnership between home and school.

Custom Programs

Need Something Custom? Let’s Build It.

Our team will collaborate with you to create experiences that align with your goals, budget, and audience, from one-day events, overnight programs to year-long services.