EDDIE’S TOUR JOURNAL
MOTIVATIONAL YOUTH SPEAKER

Chasing Dreams: A Day of Resilience at Colinas Del Norte Elementary with Motivational Youth Speaker Eddie Cortes
– Farah Hurd, Asst. Principal
Hey there, friends! What an inspiring day I had on September 26th when I was invited to be a guest speaker at Colinas Del Norte Elementary in Rio Rancho, NM. The theme of the day was all about building the resilience needed to chase im.possible dreams. Let me take you through the memorable moments and the vital teaching point I emphasized.
Resilience: The Foundation of Dream Chasing
Resilience, I believe, is the secret sauce that empowers us to pursue our dreams relentlessly. I stressed the importance of never giving up, even when life throws obstacles our way or when we start doubting our worthiness. Dreams may seem impossible, but they only truly are when we give up.

A Day to Remember: Spreading Resilience at Atrisco Elementary School with Motivational Youth Speaker Eddie Cortes
– Kyle Pinckard, Principal, Boaz Middle School
Hello, friends! I’m excited to share my latest adventure as a motivational youth speaker. On September 26th, I had the honor of speaking at Atrisco Elementary School in Albuquerque, NM. The day was filled with lessons on resilience, dreams, and the incredible stories of impact.
Resilience: The Key to Chasing Dreams
The central theme of the day was resilience—a quality that’s like a secret weapon on our journey to achieving our dreams. I spoke passionately about the importance of doing hard things to chase our dreams. Sometimes, those hard things may seem impossible at first, but they’re the stepping stones to our success. We all have the power within us to say, “I can do hard things.”

Empowering Resilient Determination: Insights from Motivational Youth Speaker Eddie Cortes at Bailey Elementary School
Hey, friends. It’s time to dive in and share another unforgettable chapter of my journey as a motivational youth speaker. On September 11th, 2023, I had the incredible opportunity to be the guest speaker at Bailey Elementary School in my home state, Florida. What a day it was, filled with lessons on resilience and a powerful message that I can’t wait to share with you.
Resilience: The Key to Chasing Dreams
The spotlight of the day was resilience, a quality that’s absolutely vital when it comes to pursuing our dreams. I wanted these elementary students to understand that chasing their dreams might involve doing hard things that seem impossible at first. But here’s the magic – on the other side of those hard things lies the im.possible. It’s all about embracing challenges with the belief that “I can do hard things.”

Unlocking Potential: Motivational Youth Speaker Eddie Cortes Inspiring Resilience at O’Donnell Intermediate School
Corina Ruiz, Principal
It’s time to pen another unforgettable experience from my IM.POSSIBLE School Assembly Tour. Last week, on September 7th, I also had the privilege of speaking at O’Donnell Intermediate School in Texas. It was a day filled with inspiration, laughter, and a profound message on resilience that left a lasting impact on both the elementary students and me.
Resilience: A Lesson for Life
The theme of the day was all about resilience. I firmly believe that instilling resilience in young minds is one of the most important gifts we can offer them. It’s like giving them the key to unlock their full potential and chase their dreams fearlessly.

Empowering Resilience Motivational Youth Speaker Eddie Cortes at Fabens Middle School
On September 7th, I had the privilege of being the motivational youth speaker at Fabens Middle School in Fabens, Texas. The energy, enthusiasm, and lessons from that day are still buzzing in my mind, so I thought I’d capture the essence of it right here.
Resilience and Self-Worth: Lessons for Life
The theme of presentation is all about resilience. It’s amazing how this simple word can hold such profound meaning, especially for young minds on the cusp of discovering their potential. My goal was to empower these middle school students with the mindset and tools they need to chase their dreams relentlessly.
ABOUT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ASSEMBLY
In his fun and interactive presentation titled “I’M POSSIBLE,” youth motivational speaker Eddie Cortés will help students realize that they are not defined by their limitations but by their potential. He uses humor, thought-provoking stories, and object lessons to teach elementary and middle school students to build resilience. Eddie empowers them to do hard things and chase their dreams.
Click here or call Top Youth Speakers at (800) 799-1460 between 8 AM-5 PM CT from Monday-Friday to invite Eddie Cortés to be a guest speaker at your next school assembly.

EDDIE CORTÉS
Elementary School Youth Motivational Speaker in Florida
ABOUT SCHOOL ASSEMBLY SPEAKER EDDIE CORTÉS
With over 20 years of experience, Eddie Cortés is regarded as one of the most engaging elementary and middle school speakers in the youth market. His mission is to empower students to build resilience and a positive self-worth.
This mission is personal. As a middle schooler, Eddie stopped believing in himself. In fact, his negative self-view impacted his grades, relationships, choices, and ultimately his dreams.
This experience is what fuels Eddie’s mission. He wants every elementary and middle school student to know that they are worthy of their dreams and have the tools to chase them.
To learn more about Youth Speaker Eddie Cortés click here.
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