Social Emotional Learning Presenter
Although Sandy struggled in school, especially with reading and writing, she did excel at self-awareness, self management, self-efficacy, social awareness, social management, and social engagement. With very little help, support, or guidance from home where do you IMAGINE she learned those skills? Sandy has countless stories and not just of teachers, it takes a TEAM effort, but stories of bus drivers, custodians, secretaries and other office staff, the people who serve breakfast and lunch, librarians, administrators, counselors, coaches, para educators... every single one of those people played a huge role in her life from elementary, to middle school, to high school in helping her defy the odds and change her family tree. Sandy has a unique, entertaining, engaging, and moving way of using her own real life, powerful, meaningful stories to teach staff the importance of developing students SEL skills as well as easy, practical ways to naturally and organically weave it into everyday learning. Sandy stories will show you the impact ALL staff can have on students SEL skills every single single day.
Inspirational/Motivational Speaker
The personal growth Sandy has had through her American Ninja Warrior journey has been transformational. When it comes to Adverse Childhood Experiences, ACE's, Sandy is a perfect 10/10; physical neglect, emotional neglect, physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, divorce, family member incarcerated, substance abuse, domestic violence and mental health issues in the home. But, in some incredible way Sandy's journey on ANW has been like therapy for her and it has helped her heal some old wounds. The journey has also helped Sandy grow in courage and confidence and she has finally found her voice; the strong, courageous voice we all have inside us. Sandy has spent the last 5 years impacting lives by sharing her story to various schools, groups, churches, business and organizations. Hanging in her office for over two decades Sandy has a framed quote from Jackie Robinson that says, "A life is not important except in the impact it has on others' lives." and now today that passion and purpose remains stronger than ever.
Here is a list of stories and the lessons learned through them from Sandy's past presentations;
Overcoming Barriers from Adverse Childhood Experiences
Being Brave and Courageous when Pursuing Big Dreams
The Importance of Community, Connection, and Belonging
Relationship First Leadership
Defying the Odds and Rewriting Stories
Using Failure as a Learning Tool to Thrive
How Failure Plays an Important Role in Growth
The Life Changing Power of Showing Up for Others
Finding the Good in our Struggles
Keeping the Bar High for Everyone
Establishing Core Values and Culture First
Empowering Others Through Seeing Their Potential
People Driven Business Mindset
Finding our Purpose and Passion
Developing our Unique Gift and Talent
The Power of Storytelling to Inspire and Teach
The Superpower of Grit
Leadership that Inspires and Leaves a Legacy
Mindset Shifts that have the Power to Change Your Life
Keys to Inspiring and Empowering Those Around You
The Role of Personal Responsibility
How to Develop Critical Mental Skills
The Important Role Personal Responsibility Plays in Living Our Best Life
Becoming More Self Aware of the Conversations in our Head
The Power of Hope
The Important Role Belief Plays in Reaching our Full Potential
How Consistency Over Time Leads to Big Goals
Big Picture, Long Game Mindset
Keys to Navigating the Voices in our Head
Big Dreams Start with Belief
Big Dreams Require Action
The Incredible Gift of Struggle
The Blessing of Disappointment
The Gift of Second Chances
The Magic of the Mundane
How Work Ethic Consistently Over Time Trumps Talent
SHARE YOUR STORY
"We have two chances at life. The first is as a child and you don't have a lot of say over that life but your second chance is the life you create. You have the power to change your family tree."
TOGETHER
"Life is a team sport and people matter most. We just never know when we will give or receive those life changing moments from each other. Show up."
