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Sia Knight

Navigating Today's Youth Toward Excellence

For over 15 years, Sia Knight has been using her no-nonsense style to educate and empower hundreds of students, parents and fellow educators.

Fee Range: $1000 - $2500
Travels from Woodbridge, VA

Biography

* A discounted rate is available for educational institutions and not-for-profit organizations

This award-winning presenter has captivated audiences with her unique blend of humor and insight. Sia has provided inspirational messages on topics such as classroom management, goal-setting, college readiness and academic success.  She encourages members of her audiences to use their own individual gifts and skills and challenges them to “create their own greatness”.

 

Sia Knight’s story is one of triumph in the face of adversity and achievement against all odds.  This former teacher, counselor and administrator has transcended humble beginnings to become an educational specialist in the nation’s 13th largest school division.  As a child growing up in a southern Virginia public housing development, Sia could have easily followed the destructive path of many of her peers.  Instead, with the encouragement of strong mentors, she managed to achieve both academically and professionally.  It is Sia’s mission to inspire others to break through barriers in order to reach their own personal pinnacle.

Popular Titles

 

Jumpstart the Journey:  Guiding Elementary and Middle School Students to College – It’s not too early to start thinking about college!  This interactive presentation motivates elementary and middle school students to focus on a future that includes college.

Trailblazers’ Academy – This session encourages and enlightens first-generation college students to use education as a tool to unlock their dreams.

Know What I’m Saying?  Presentation Skills for Student Leaders – This session teaches teens to become effective communicators.  Eye contact, posture and vocal control are all covered in this workshop.

Create Your Own Greatness: A Right Choice Guide for Teens – This presentation motivates individual teens to reject external influences and use their internal compasses to navigate them through the decision-making process.

College Prep 101:  A Guide for Parents – Parents, are you totally dazed and confused about the college admission process?  This presentation for parents of middle and high school students will alleviate anxiety about your child’s post-secondary plans.

Testimonials

College Prep Workshop was interesting, fun and interactive!!! They learned a lot. Thank you Sia! – Shelvee Casey, founder and president of Ladies 2 B

 

"Thanks so much for your very helpful visit today.  The students want for you to be here every week.  What does that say about me? You are an engaging and enthusiastic person; now, I want to be in your next session..." -Erin Lenart, English teacher

 

 View Sia in Action at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQeZWSGy-20