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Nicholas Ferroni

LaMonica Davis, Principal, Akron School District

"Mr. Ferroni was by far the best presenter that our school has had. My staff was very engaged in the transparent conversations. During the Professional Development, staff indicated that they felt like Mr. Ferroni was real. He understood all of the frustrations that they had been through this past school year. Nick provided many strategies that would allow for student success which in turn results in minimal teacher burnout. Teachers stated that they feel refreshed and energized and ready to rerun to school with a positive mindset that all students can and will learn."

Michelle Ramos, Board Member, California Teachers Association

“Nick's method of 'speaking the way he teaches' engages educators deeply. He reminds us all that we have greatness in our classrooms and only we have the daily opportunity to help students unleash their potential. He helps us to see ourselves through the eyes of our students: sometimes clearer than we see ourselves.”

Jack Perna, Montauk Public School

“This was the best presentation our school has ever had. Mr. Ferroni was personable, friendly, and his message "hit home" with my faculty. His passion and compassion for students was obvious and it reminded us all of why we are here in the first place.”

Jill Tsoukalas, Superintendent of Schools, Plainfield, Illinois

“Mr. Ferroni's message was impactful and relatable as a teacher working through the pandemic. He spoke to the hearts of the teachers and allowed them to feel grace and a sense of accomplishment for all of their efforts.”

Jimmy Casas, Senior Fellow, International Center for Leadership In Education

“I had the good fortune of hearing Nick speak in New Jersey. What an incredible experience it was. I walked away thinking this guy gets it. Nick's powerful words, relevant examples, and heartwarming stories inspired me and gave me hope that teachers everywhere are still the change our kids deserve.”

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Nicholas Ferroni: Biography at a Glance

Nicholas Ferroni is a revered high school teacher who mentors his extremely diverse students with deep personal commitment and care. Nick teaches History and Cultural Studies in his hometown, and helped found his school’s GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance” and The Feminist Club.

Nick was named one of the “100 Making a Difference” for his commitment to education reform and has developed the “Teach the Truth” campaign to incorporate more minority figures in social studies curriculum as well as including the history of the Gay and Lesbian Civil Rights movement. He was recently named the “Upstander of the Year” by the HRC (Human Rights Campaign) for his outspoken advocacy and support for LGBTQ youth. Nick has received national attention by numerous educators and publications for his unique and innovative methodology in successfully reaching contemporary and urban students. Nick’s most recent honor was being named a “Champion of Change” by a branch of the United Nations Women.

Nick is currently developing a series with the production company Soulpancake to celebrate and honor amazing teachers. Recently Nick appeared on The View, TODAY Show, ABC News and was featured in numerous publications for a Social Experiment he did with his students that went viral. Whoopi Goldberg called it “The best social experiment ever.”

Nick continues to be one of the leading and most outspoken voices in education, not only is he celebrating all that educators do, but why we must focus on the mental health and emotional stability of our youth, and celebrate their creativity and passions, if we would like to build a generation of successful, stable and happy people.

Speaking Topics

  • Creative Thinking
  • Kindness
  • Passion/Compassion
  • Student Engagement

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