Bringing Stories of Belonging to Life in Your School Community.

Invite Every Child Seen to Your School. Author Read Alouds and Inclusion Workshops Designed for Today’s Classrooms.

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What I Offer

I partner with schools to create meaningful conversations about LGBTQIA+ inclusion, representation, and belonging. Through interactive read alouds, student dialogue, and educator workshops, my visits are designed to ensure every child feels seen, valued, and celebrated. Grounded in both lived experience and research in inclusive education, I work with school communities to foster empathy, confidence, and a culture where all identities are respected and affirmed.

  • Interactive story sessions centered on belonging, identity, and joyful self expression. Students engage in guided conversations about empathy, respect, and celebrating differences in a safe and age appropriate way.

  • Facilitated discussions that create space for all children to reflect on what it means to feel seen and valued. These sessions help students develop empathy, understanding, and respect for identities and experiences that may be different from their own, while also building confidence, compassion, and pride in who they are.

  • Professional development sessions focused on:

    • LGBTQIA+ inclusion in schools
    • Creating affirming classroom environments
    • Representation in curriculum and literature
    • Supporting diverse families and identities
    • Building cultures of belonging

    Sessions are practical, research informed, and tailored to your school community.

  • Interactive, age appropriate assemblies that explore belonging, representation, and respect. Through storytelling and guided reflection, students are invited to consider how we create communities where everyone feels seen and valued. These sessions are presented in a balanced and inclusive manner that prioritizes empathy, understanding, and shared humanity.

How I Partner With Schools

Collaborative Planning

Every visit begins with a conversation. I work closely with school leaders and educators to understand your community, goals, and priorities. Together, we design sessions that reflect your school’s values and current initiatives.

Customized & Age Appropriate Programming

All presentations and workshops are tailored to grade level and developmental readiness. Content is delivered in a balanced, inclusive, and unbiased way that supports your school environment while ensuring conversations remain thoughtful and respectful.

Meaningful & Timely Conversations

Visits can align with Pride Month, diversity celebrations, literacy weeks, social emotional learning goals, or broader school initiatives focused on belonging and inclusion. My goal is to support the work your school is already doing in a way that feels authentic and sustainable.

Lasting Impact

Beyond the visit itself, I aim to spark ongoing conversations. Schools receive reflection prompts and discussion ideas that help continue the dialogue in classrooms long after the session ends, strengthening a culture where every child feels represented and valued.

  • “Michael brings both heart and expertise to his work. His sessions are thoughtful, balanced, and deeply impactful. Our students left feeling proud of who they are and more aware of how to support others.”

Let’s Work Together

I welcome the opportunity to partner with schools committed to fostering empathy, inclusion, and belonging. To inquire about availability, programming options, or customized sessions, please use the contact form below. I look forward to learning more about your school community.