How We Help Our Students Rise

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Organizations bring Michale in because her authentic and vulnerable message is rooted in resilience, growth & belonging. Michale empowers through self-discovery, transforming students and educators. She seeks to serve the whole child with purpose and passion.

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Authentic & vulnerable

Holistic Approach

Relatable & Heartfelt

Personal Evolution

District Alignment

Partnering with Schools to Bring Strategic Plans to Life!

 

As a speaker, educator, and advocate for youth, Michale intentionally designed the programs to align with the visions and goals set by school districts because Michale know that change happens best when we’re working together.

 

School districts are united around a powerful purpose: educating the whole child. That means not just focusing on test scores, but on emotional well-being, self-awareness, leadership, career readiness, and real-world application. Michale programs were built with that same heartbeat.

 

Whether Michale is in front of students, training staff, or leading a school-wide workshop, Michale's focus is on what matters most: helping students become resilient, empathetic, and prepared for tomorrow, just like The Portrait of a Graduate  and the Portrait of a Learner.

🎯 Whole Child Focus

Students are more than their academics. Michale experiences nurture self-advocacy, emotional wellness, and identity growth. Michale provide space for students to reflect, feel, and express—supporting MTSS, restorative practices, and trauma-informed learning environments.

🧠 Critical Thinking & Purposeful Communication

In every workshop, students learn how to think deeply, speak with clarity, and listen with intention. Michale teaches them how to understand their inner world so they can create better outcomes in the outer world. That’s true communication with purpose.

🔄 Personalization & Pathways

Every student learns differently, and every dream is different. Michale's programs help students reflect on who they are, what they want, and how to get there—supporting graduation pathways, college and career readiness, and goal-setting aligned with the "4 E's": Enrollment, Employment, Enlistment, and Entrepreneurship.

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Some people just hit differently, and you are one of them

It doesn’t matter how many people speak about this… some people just hit differently, and you are one of them. Thank you for existing and choosing to step into this higher state of being and sharing your journey!

Vangie, Flow Property Group

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One of my favorite talks I’ve heard in a while.

One of my favorite talks I’ve heard in a while. Even though I know this info, there is just something that moves so much inside of me when I see someone stepping into what they are here to do. From the bottom of my heart, you are definitely meant to be out there sharing wisdom to spark those that want to remember.

— Jennifer, Eventbrite Live Attendee.

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Can my friend join us? 

Can my friend join us? I told her about you, how your voice inspired me, and how you communicate. I am soooo proud of you and appreciate the work that you do!

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You are very brave!

When you spoke about what happened with your family, I could only imagine how you were holding up. You are very brave!

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I was teary-eyed when you were talking.

I was teary-eyed when you were talking. I love everything that you said. I just LOVE YOUUU.

- Alexa  Live Event Attendee (Journey to Authentic Alignment)

BRINGING THE PORTRAIT OF A GRADUATE TO LIFE — DISTRICT ALIGNMENT YOU CAN TRUST

Elevate Your Potential & R.I.S.E

The R.I.S.E. Framework is a transformative process that guides individuals through personal and professional growth by focusing on five foundational pillars. It begins with

Restore & Rebirth, which emphasizes healing past wounds and building emotional resilience. In doing so, you learn how to own your power as the co-creator of your life. 

Intention, encourages living with purpose by aligning daily actions with one's core values.

Self-Love + Self-Care, teaches the importance of embracing one’s inherent worth and showing up authentically and unapologetically.

Evolution highlights the power of personal growth through life’s challenges, using every experience as an opportunity to rise higher.

When fully embraced, this framework fosters clarity, confidence, and a mindset primed for lasting transformation.

Elevate Your Potential & R.I.S.E

The B.E.I.N.G. Framework is a powerful model designed to help individuals shift their mindset, reclaim their personal power, and lead with authenticity. It begins with:

Break Free, encouraging the release of limiting beliefs that hold us back from realizing our full potential.

Embrace Your Story follows, inviting us to own every part of our journey and recognize our experiences as sources of strength.

Ignite Your Passion, so you can fuel your purpose and succeed by tapping into what truly excites and motivates you.

New Beginnings inspires openness to change, reminding us that every moment holds the possibility for growth. 

Gratitude helps cultivate an abundance mindset, rooted in appreciation and positivity.

Together, these elements foster the resilience, clarity, and vision needed to create lasting, meaningful impact in both personal and collective spaces.

Journey to Self-Actualization: Becoming Your Best Self

Journey to Self-Actualization is a transformative path that goes beyond external achievements and focuses on inner alignment.

It begins with healing and self-discovery, encouraging a deep understanding of oneself and the courage to face and move through past pain. From there, it moves into  self-mastery, where individuals cultivate the mindset and habits necessary to reach their highest potential.

As they progress, they are called to live with authenticity and purpose, ensuring their actions reflect their core values and personal mission. Ultimately, this journey leads to self-actualization and being, a state of living with consciousness,  confidence, and clarity.

More than just personal development, this process invites individuals to live a life rooted in meaning, impact, and lasting transformation. 

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Services Michale Provides

 

Whether speaking at school assemblies, professional development days, or student leadership events, Michale empowers young minds and educators to believe in their potential and strive for excellence.

If you're focusing on academic personalization, whole-child development, MTSS implementation, or career and college readiness, Michale's sessions are created to strengthen what’s already working in your buildings.

 

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Keynote Speeches

Michale delivers inspiring and transformative keynote speeches designed to ignite motivation, foster personal growth, and create positive change within school communities.

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Workshops

Tailored workshops led by Michale offer interactive and engaging learning experiences designed to empower students and educators alike.

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Coaching

Personalized coaching sessions are crafted to guide students, educators, and school leaders on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and success.

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Consulting

Educational consulting with Michale provides insights and guidance to institutions looking to foster a culture of self-actualization and personal development.

 

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Why Choose Michale?

The districts that Michale serve are focused on more than test scores she's shaping thoughtful, capable, confident humans.

Michale’s authentic and vulnerable message challenges students to embrace their stories, develop resilience, and take ownership of their future. Her powerful R.I.S.E. & B.E.I.N.G. frameworks provide actionable steps to navigate adversity, build self-worth, and create a path toward success.

Educational Alignment is the foundation of Michale’s message. By addressing real struggles like self-doubt, lack of direction, and disengagement, she equips students with the mindset and tools they need to thrive—academically, personally, and professionally.

Schools bring Michale in for her passionate and heart felt approach to inspire students and improve morale, while others rely on her for measurable impact—her frameworks have been instrumental in helping students build confidence, set goals, and stay on track for graduation and beyond.

When you work with Michale you are choosing to transform student success, one story at a time!

 

Let’s Build The Future Generation Together

Your district has the vision.  Michale bring the voice, the tools, and the experience to help bring it to life. Whether you’re a building leader, counselor, DEI director, or curriculum coordinator—if you’re passionate about reaching your students in a deeper, more meaningful way, Michale is here eager to serve.

 

Together, we can help students not just graduate, but rise, thrive, and lead.

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