Speaking at High Schools and Universities

Michael is a national board-certified teacher with over thirty years of experience, passionately speaking at high schools and universities. He has built rapport with thousands of students from diverse backgrounds, understanding the challenges they face both in the classroom and in their personal lives, particularly in the age of social media. Drawing from his own journey of tremendous adversity, including a life-changing car accident that left him paralyzed from the neck down, Michael has crafted an informative presentation to inspire students to conquer their own challenges. As a veteran high school coach and former Division I tennis player, he  understands the sacrifices needed to be an elite athlete. Having overcome paralysis he embodies resilience, being the first and only walking quadriplegic to bicycle across America three times.