Nationally Renowned Speaker and Rocket Scientist Inspire Students and Educators to Get Over Their Mess and Aim Higher in STEM
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TOPIC EXPERT ON:
* STEM Education
* Academic Success
* College Readiness
* Finding Scholarships
* Teacher Motivation/Retention
IDEAL SPEAKER FOR:
* STEM Conferences
* College Success Series
* School Assemblies
* Teacher Development Days
* Youth Events & Motivation Days
AUTHOR OF:
* Playing Your 'A' Game
* STEM Is Everywhere
* From Burned Out to Fired Up
* Scholarship U (Funding Course)
* Educate to Elevate (Podcast)
About Kantis Simmons
Kantis Simmons is a highly requested Keynote Speaker, Author and Leading Authority on School Success and STEM Education.
For the last 13 years, his mission has been to forestall the academic failure epidemic and STEM career decline sweeping across America’s schools and colleges.
With more than 25 years in school, 3 advanced scientific degrees, and more than a decade of working in the lab solving scientific problems for Mobil Chemical, NASA and CIBA Vision, today he travels the world solving the problems of students, parents, educators, schools, and colleges by delivering speeches, creating courses, and writing books.
Born with a birth defect, audiences readily respond when Kantis shares his humorous and proven 7.25 Finger Secrets on academic success, college readiness, teacher motivation and STEM education.
"Best Speaker in 11 years"
"He was one of the best speakers we ever had in 11 years... He was so good that several of our students asked to stay here today to see him a second time, because they enjoyed him so much."- Danny Knot, Principal | East Montgomery HS (VA)
Most Requested Speaking Programs
STEM IS EVERYWHERE
(STEM Education Program)
This non-traditional STEM Education talk goes into details on how to help students in your program learn, live and love Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math subjects and careers. With a STEM is everywhere framework...
Topics Kantis will discuss:
- How to study STEM subjects in a fun way
- 7.25 ways to learn it, live it, and love STEM subjects
- How to approach a future career in STEM
- Creative ways to jump-start your school's STEM program
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"How to Teach #STEM Subjects in School, So They Learn It and Love It"
"I Highly Recommend for STEM"
"He did beyond our wildest imaginations, and encouraged them to live beyond their dreams and pursue careers in STEM. They were engaged and laughing. I highly recommend Kantis."-Jessie Vernon, Coordinator | (Inst for Virginia Adv. Learning & Research)
"PAY FOR COLLEGE NOW"
(College Funding Program)
Raised 'middle-class broke'... Kantis know how it feels for students and parents to wonder where the money will come from to Pay For College. This is why he's so passionate about helping hundreds of families find free money and scholarships for the growing college bill (like he did).
"Pay For College Program" is designed to impact communities, students, and families.
Topics Kantis will discuss:
- How to Complete the Free Application of Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and Maximize your Financial Aid Package
- 7 Places to Research and Obtain College Scholarships and Free Money
- How to Apply for State Grants, Pell Grants and Local In-State Scholarships
- How to Avoid Student Loan Traps and Apply for Student Loan Forgiveness
... and many more money lessons.
"HIGHLIGHTS FROM PAY FOR COLLEGE TOUR"
"Inspired Them About STEM"
"He's getting students energized, motivated and inspired about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. And that's most important to me and my University. "-Dr. Shumaker, Associate Professor | Univ. of West Alabama (AL)
"PLAY YOUR 'A' GAME"
(Academic Success Program)
In this Academic Achievement Talk for School Assemblies and Motivation Days, Kantis delivers a timely and perfect message to 'amp up' students for the semester. He gives practical strategies on how to be a success in school.
Topics Kantis will discuss:
- How to study right and study productively
- How to stay motivated and focused all year long
- 7 ways to sky rocket test scores and grades
- The success mindset to be a 4.0 in school and in life
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"How to Study Productively"
"He Engages Both Students and Educators"
"Kantis was amazing. He has such a way of engaging with students and with educators. He gave us messages that we can take home and messages that we can remember. Thank you Kantis"-Dr. Jennifer Benne, Dept. Head | Lincoln University (MO)
"FROM BURNED OUT TO FIRED UP"
(Teacher Motivation Program)
Normally requested for Teacher Training Workshops and Professional Development Days, Kantis breaks down how to engage your students so they won't zone out, and motivate educators so they won't burn out.
Topics Kantis will discuss:
- How to free yourself from teacher stress and burnout
- How to balance school and life to get more things done
- Classroom engagement strategies to connect with your students
- How to elevate the culture and morale of your schools' staff
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"How to Stay Motivated as a Teacher"
"Right On Target Message"
"Kantis did a fabulous job, and the students really heard his message. He delivers a unique and right on target message to students. He had a really positive message, and I encourage you to bring Kantis to your school and let his message resonate with your students, the way ours."-Wes Paul, Principal | Eastern (MA)
"COLLEGE KNOWLEDGE"
(College Readiness Program)
Designed for Freshman Orientations and College First-Year Experience Programs, Kantis Simmons breaks down the key fundamentals on how to succeed in and outside the college classroom.
Topics Kantis will discuss:
- 10 Question to ask before selecting a college major
- The 168 hour approach to managing your new college freedom
- How to study in college so you maintain your starting 4.0 GPA
- 7.25 habits of successful college students that will help in your career
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"The College Game Plan"
"YOUR BEST SCHOOL YEAR NOW" (FREE)
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