Nika Maples
• Texas Teacher of the Year
• Inspiration To All Facing Adversity
• Author of "Twelve Clean Pages"
In 1994, a lupus-induced stroke left Nika quadriplegic. She could not speak, swallow, or blink. In intensive care, she listened as physicians warned her family that she had as little as 48 hours to live. If she lived at all, they said, she could be expected to remain unresponsive. She had lost all functionality and had no hope of recovery. When she could do nothing else, she prayed. Her faith... MORE
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Nika Maples travels from Dallas, Texas and requires Coach Class for 1
James Veitenheimer with Keller ISD
Dan Manning with Aledo ISD
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Dan Manning with Aledo ISD
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Nika had a great message! She was professional and cooperative in every way. Her humor was subtle, yet effective. She had teachers in the audience laughing..and later crying. She is just so passionate about her outlook on life and in educating students. She spoke from the heart and definitely connected with our staff. What a great individual and a great message. Thanks you Nika!
Steve Pelzer, Superintendent,
CAM Community School District
Laughter is the Best Medicine: Learning to Use Life’s Most Powerful Tool
In her most popular keynote, Nika shares some of her embarrassing moments as Texas Teacher of the Year and reminds us of the importance of laughter through the touching account of her lifelong struggle... MORE
The Ricochet: Waiting for a Good Return
The classroom and the marketplace are not as different as one might think. Both teachers and business people are “selling” something of value to, at times, skeptical consumers. With humor and emotion... MORE
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood: Working Together to Make Work Better
Nothing invigorates productivity like a trustworthy and enjoyable environment. Through the humorous stories of some “freaky neighbors” she has had over the years, Nika illustrates the reality that... MORE
May the Force Be with You: Engaging the Mystery of Student Motivation
Through a workshop format that is ideal for professional development, Nika opens the door of her classroom via photographs and videos of her students at work and play. Participants engage in small groups... MORE
Student Under Construction: Building Academics Upon a Foundation of Character
Encouraging teachers and parents to focus on honor as an entryway to academics, Nika outlines the tenants of good character. “Strong character and a sense of self uplift the human spirit. We must... MORE
