Dennard Mitchell Visits AMS Students, Shares “Everyone Has a Story”

On February 28, Guest Speaker Dennard Mitchell visited Anderson Middle School to share his "Everyone Has a Story" presentation with students. Mitchell's speech was focused on facing fears, motivating oneself to pursue life goals, fostering compassion, and building self-confidence. He emphasized the importance of not allowing judgment to hinder personal growth, highlighting that everyone has a unique narrative. Mitchell engaged with students by sharing aspects of his own life journey and encouraging participation by having students confidently count out loud to publicly sharing positive affirmations about themselves. Some students expressed appreciation for his uplifting energy and enthusiastic approach, sharing how they left with an increased sense of confidence and a fresh perspective on their peers. For more about Dennard Mitchell and his global mission to support the success of schools and student organizations, visit Mr. Mitchell’s website.