In most lives there is a moment when we need to rise through our pain, through self-doubt, fear, and mistrust, and reconnect with who we are meant to be. Kim is an award-winning educator of 34 years, but she is also a wife and mother of four children. Perfect for motivating others, this speech...

This presentation is for those who wish to improve their communication skills and rapport with others. Through the use of stories and scenarios, Kim will share 6 principles for effective communication that will empower participants to be considerate, yet strong; they will learn how to stand firm...

This extended workshop is for those who wish to improve their communication skills with others. Through the use of stories and scenarios, Kim Bearden will share 6 principles for effective communication that will strengthen their ability to strengthen both professional and personal relationships....

Available as keynote or extended workshop

Kim will motivate, inspire, and remind participants of the powerful impact that they can have, despite the pressures and challenges of their profession. Kim will also share the importance of building relationships among staff, families, and students that...

In addition to being the cofounder and executive director of the Ron Clark Academy, Kim has also been a middle school principle, a curriculum director, a learner support strategist, and even a school board member. Kim will motivate, inspire, and remind school leaders of the powerful impact that...

Learn powerful strategies and contagious ideas that will motivate all learners and inspire all kinds of creativity in the classroom. Educators often feel compelled to sacrifice creativity in order to prepare their students for standardized tests. Learn ways to instill a love for learning in your...

In this session, Kim will share her powerful strategies for engaging students in writing, reading, speaking, and listening. An award-winning ELA teacher for over 30 years, Kim will share a wealth of lessons that engage students and instill a love for English while simultaneously teaching them the...

Kim will share numerous ways to weave music and movement into lessons in a way that will engage learners while simultaneously teaching them the content standards. Kim will show how to correctly implement these strategies while also sharing mistakes that many teachers make when using movement and...

Kim will share numerous strategies for engaging parents/guardians and building school community. Participants will leave with a wealth of ideas for fostering parent enthusiasm, commitment, and support. Additionally, strategies for both in-person and virtual implementation will be shared.

From philosophy to implementation, learn how to focus on what is truly important for all educators to remember. In this session, participants will be motivated, inspired, and reminded of their significant, powerful role in the lives of their students. Kim will share methods for promoting student...

Kim will share strategies for both teachers and students to use to create a seamless, organized learning environment where students are safe and engaged. Participants will learn how to present more powerfully, move with purpose, and use visuals more effectively. Learn strategies for teaching...

The Ron Clark Academy has gained international acclaim for the warm, loving learning environment that they have created. Kim will share just how this is done. She will share strategies that build relationships and rapport with students and staff in such a way that makes them feel validated,...