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Top Youth Speaker Eddie Cortés in NH
Eddie electrified the room… His message on resilience really hit home with our students… I highly recommend him.
Reimagining Possibilities in Bedford, NH with Top Youth Speaker Eddie Cortés
Some moments stick with you.
Like standing in the middle of Ross A. Lurgio Middle School after my I’m Possible assembly, surrounded by students high-fiving, fist-bumping, and even asking for autographs. Their excitement was contagious. Their gratitude? Heartwarming.
“Eddie, you inspired me today!” I heard it over and over.
But my favorite part? Seeing them reimagine what’s possible—realizing that their limitations don’t have to define them.
When Life Says “You Can’t” – Reimagine What You CAN Do
One of the biggest roadblocks for students (and let’s be honest, adults too) is focusing on what we CAN’T do instead of what we CAN.
- Not great at math? That doesn’t mean you can’t improve.
- Didn’t make the team? That doesn’t mean you’re not an athlete.
- Struggling with a subject? That doesn’t mean you’re not smart.
Too often, students let their struggles become stop signs instead of speed bumps. That’s why one of the most powerful lessons in my motivational youth speaker program is this:
Don’t let what you CAN’T do interfere with what you CAN do.
This is what resilience is all about. It’s not about ignoring challenges—it’s about reimagining your approach to them.
A Home Run Kind of Day – Batting Practice with Greg LaRocca
Speaking of reimagining dreams, after my school visit, I had the chance to take some swings in batting practice with former MLB player Greg LaRocca. (Yes, you read that right—ex-major league!)
As a kid, my dream was to play baseball for the Yankees. But when others told me I wasn’t good enough, I believed them. I let their opinions shape my path.
If I could go back, I’d tell my younger self exactly what I told the students at Ross A. Lurgio Middle School:
- Your potential is greater than anyone’s opinion of you.
- Your potential is greater than your limitations.
Greg and I talked about how failure is part of growth, and how every athlete, student, and dreamer faces setbacks. The difference? Resilient people don’t let those setbacks define them.
Teachers Win the Shoelace Challenge!
Of course, no school visit is complete without a little friendly competition. We had an epic Student vs. Teacher Shoelace Challenge… and let’s just say, the teachers walked away VICTORIOUS! Well played, educators!
An Electrifying Experience – Thank You, Bedford!
This assembly was extra special because it marked my 25th state as a motivational youth speaker! What a journey!
And it wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible team at Ross A. Lurgio Middle School.
Principal Ed Joyce, thank you for your leadership and for bringing this important message to your students.
Amanda LaRocca, the Parent Teacher Group, and the entire tech team—you guys worked miracles behind the scenes!
And to the staff and students—thank you for your energy, your openness, and your belief in the impossible.
As Principal Joyce put it: “Eddie electrified the room… His message on resilience really hit home with our students… I highly recommend him.“
I can’t wait to see how these students reimagine their dreams and chase their I’m Possible moments.
Until next time, dream big and never stop believing in what’s possible!
Look for Top Youth Speaker Eddie Cortés in NH
In his a fun, interactive school assembly program, top youth speaker Eddie Cortés empowers elementary and middle school students to build resilience, a positive self-worth, and chase their “I’m Possible” dreams.
2024-2025 SCHOOL ASSEMBLY TOUR DATES
- Aug 29 – Mansfield, CT
- Aug 29 – Willington, CT
- Sept 9 – Grand Prairie, TX
- Sept 12 – Fresno, CA
- Sept 16 – Danbury, CT
- Sept 17 – Waterbury, CT
- Sept 17 – Waterbury, CT
- Sept 18 – Phillipsburg, NJ
- Sept 19 – Waterbury, CT
- Sept 20 – Woonsocket, RI
- Sept 23 – Elk Grove, CA
- Sept 24 – Elk Grove, CA
- Sept 26 – Somerville, NJ
- Oct 2 – Rancho Cordova, CA
- Oct 4 – Rochester, NY
- Oct 8 – Rancho Cordova, CA
- Oct 9 – Idyllwild, CA
- Oct. 29 – Norfolk, VA
- Oct 30 – Medford, MA
- Oct 31 – Hoover, AL
- Nov 4 – Lewistown, IL
- Nov 4 – Cuba, IL
- Nov 15 – Kissimmee, FL
- Nov. 25 – Rutherford, NJ
- Jan 6 – Tinley Park, IL
- Jan 7 – Houston, TX
- Jan 9 – Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
- Jan 10 – Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
- Jan 11 – Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
- Jan 12 – Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
- Jan 13 – Waukegan, IL
- Jan 14 – Waukegan, IL
- Jan 15 – Waukegan, IL
- Jan 16 – Waukegan, IL
- Jan 24 – Escondido, CA
- Jan 28 – Racine, WI
- Jan 29 – Cypress, TX
- Feb 11 – Berlin, MD
- Feb 20 – Bedford, NH
- Feb 25 – Mount Laurel, NJ
- Feb 28 – Parkville, MO
- Mar 13 – Falls Church, VA
- Mar 10 – Lovelock, NV
- Mar 18 – Tabor, IA
- Mar 20 – Panorama City, CA
- Mar 31 – San Antonio, TX
- Apr 7 – Georgetown, TX
- Apr 22 – Centreville, MD
- Apr 22 – Centreville, MD
- Apr 22 – Centreville, MD
- Apr 23 – Centreville, MD
- Apr 23 – Centreville, MD
- Apr 23 – Centreville, MD
- Apr 24 – Centreville, MD
- Apr 24 – Centreville, MD
- Apr 25 – Centreville, MD
- Apr 25 – Centreville, MD
- May 12 – Barbourville, KY
- Jun 11 – New Port Richey, FL
- Jul 28 – Virtual – EB Academics
Invite Eddie Cortés to be a guest speaker at your elementary or middle school in New Hampshire. Click here or email info@eddiecortes.com to schedule a conversation to learn more about his school assembly program.
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
Top Youth Speaker in NH
ABOUT ELEMENTARY 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 Top Youth Speaker Eddie Cortés click here.
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