This free summit is open to all educators across the Rio Grande Valley who are interested in connecting with other educators and reconnecting with their "why" in order to more sustainably serve in their communities.

Participants will attend enriching workshops and hear an inspiring keynote while enjoying complimentary coffee and lunch. Extra perks include earning up to four hours of CPE, free professional headshots, and complementary fortune-telling!

Keynote Speaker: Eliza M. Garza

The Resilience of Storytelling

Eliza M. Garza, an author, speaker, and entrepreneur from South Texas, empowers individuals to find their voices, embrace community, and celebrate shared purpose. Known for her initiatives like Adventure in a Cup and the acclaimed Shades of Serenity, Eliza integrates storytelling and culture into everything she does.

Workshop #1: Amanda Sasser

Dust Off Your "WHY," Rejuvenate and Refresh

Amanda Sasser, a drama and equine therapist, brings her expertise in creative therapy to support mental health and purpose-driven growth. In her session, Dust Off Your "WHY," Rejuvenate and Refresh, participants will use expressive arts techniques like embodiment and clay crafting to reconnect with their “why” and leave with renewed energy and meaningful creations.

Workshop #2: Eliza M. Garza

Lessons Beyond the Lesson Plan

Eliza M. Garza, an author, speaker, and entrepreneur from South Texas, empowers individuals to find their voices, embrace community, and celebrate shared purpose. Known for her initiatives like Adventure in a Cup and the acclaimed Shades of Serenity, Eliza integrates storytelling and culture into everything she does. In her session, Lessons Beyond the Lesson Plan, she inspires participants to discover their stories and envision a path to becoming published authors.

Workshop #3: Karem Zafra-Vera

Clarity in Action: Harnessing Your Mind to Create the Life You Desire

Karem Zafra-Vera, CEO of Next Level Consulting and founder of 'Mindful with Karem,' is a leader in spiritual coaching and personal development. In her session, Clarity in Action: Harnessing Your Mind to Create the Life You Desire, Karem explores how thoughts shape reality, the impact of paradigms, and the power of autosuggestion. Attendees will gain practical tools to transform their mindset, harness the conscious and subconscious mind, and create intentional, lasting change.

Workshop #4: Marsha Terry

From Burnout to Balance: The Ultimate Guide to Thriving as a High Achiever

Marsha Terry, an intuitive motivational speaker, and women's health and life coach empowers individuals to amplify their authenticity and embrace self-care through her signature programs and podcast, The Trials of Life. With over five years of experience, Marsha helps high achievers find balance and become their best selves. In her session, From Burnout to Balance: The Ultimate Guide to Thriving as a High Achiever, attendees will explore a visionary self-care framework to transform burnout into empowerment and chaos into calm.

Registration

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