School Programs

Bringing connection, confidence, and the power of love into schools

For students, educators, and
school communities—from
preschool through college

Bring Laura to YOUR School

“In a room filled with young children and adults, Laura Duksta instantly captures your attention and before you know it, she captures your heart. She's like a wizard. A lot of magical twinkling fills the room and inside each little soul stars are born.”

- Mary Dewald, daughter, mother, grandmother and 5th grade teacher

More Than An Assembly

Every child deserves to feel seen, valued, and loved.

Through interactive, age-appropriate programs, I create spaces where students can connect with themselves, with each other, and with the deeper truth of who they are.

These are more than assemblies…

They are experiences that stay with students long after the day is over.

Each experience is designed to be interactive, engaging, and meaningful.

Students don’t only listen…

They participate, reflect, and connect to themselves and one another.

Most importantly—they leave with something they can carry into their everyday lives, some will even carry the message for a lifetime.

  • ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    Interactive programs that build confidence, empathy, and emotional awareness—helping students understand themselves and connect with others in meaningful ways.

  • PRESCHOOL

    Playful, engaging experiences introducing kindness, connection, and self-expression through story, music, and movement.

  • MIDDLE SCHOOL

    Age-relevant conversations and activities that support identity, belonging, and navigating social dynamics with compassion and confidence.

  • HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE

    Honest, engaging experiences that invite students to reflect, connect, and explore what it means to live with intention, purpose, and love.

What Students Walk Away With

  • An expanded appreciation for reading, writing, storytelling, and imagination

  • An awareness of their innate genius, inherent magnificence, and infinite potential

  • Knowing that our best work is rarely “one-and-done”

  • A deeper sense of self-worth and belonging

  • Tools for connection and emotional awareness

  • Increased empathy and kindness

  • A shared experience that strengthens school culture

  • The power, freedom, and fun that comes from being yourself — a message Laura lives through her personal experience with Alopecia

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What Educators Are Saying

“Laura’s presentation truly supports the work of educators, parents, and children—blending both social-emotional growth and academic learning. She helped my school find the genius inside each one of us.”

James McGhee II, Headmaster, The Alexander School, Miami, FL

  • On behalf of the students, faculty, and staff of Virginia S. Young Montessori Magnet, I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you for coming out to our school. Your performances demonstrated your passion for positive thinking. Your message that everyone is a genius and anyone can achieve their dreams resonated with our students and staff. Afterwards, I overheard students sharing with others the impact of your presentation on how they view themselves and others. When we scheduled your visit, we had no idea how dynamic and powerful your program would be. It is my pleasure to recommend you as an outstanding author/presenter to other schools in our district and beyond. You are now a celebrity of our students and your performances demonstrated the importance of reading, believing in yourself, and pursuing your dreams. Any school would be blessed to have you as a presenter. You truly touched the lives of our students and we thank you. We now believe in the beauty of our dreams and to always keep shining!

    Jennifer Narkier, Media Specialist, Virginia S. Young Montessori Magnet

  • Both presentations exceeded my expectations. Laura inspired future authors to never give up, and realize that sometimes it takes a little failure to find success. Laura also inspired others to feel good about themselves with her fun cheers! She had students, parents, and community members on their feet, and feeling great! Many of you think that during these difficult financial times, it's not possible to afford such an event. That's not true. Thanks to the tremendous support from a school partner, I was also able to secure Laura's fee with ease. I would highly recommend Laura and her program to students, parents, and teachers! What an enthusiastic author! Don't miss out!!!

    Amy, Third Grade Teacher, Weston, FL

  • Thank you so much for your presentation at St. Mark's. I can truly say that we were all overwhelmed by your positive message! I was so impressed with your ability to communicate effectively with all age groups. Each of the groups you spoke to from the 1 year old class to the 8th grade enjoyed your book and talk. I have seen kids doing the I Shine cheer all week and our 7/8th grade Math teacher tells me she uses the genius cheer every day at the start of class! I hope you will come back and talk to us about your next book--we are looking forward to it!

    Heidi Burnett, Director, School Media Center, St. Mark's Episcopal School

"YOU ARE AMAZING!"

First grade student, American Heritage, Palm Beach Campus

Schools and Communities Served

Ready to add your
school to the list?

Bring Laura to your school

ARIZONA
Mesa — Zaharis Elementary
Tempe — Changing Hands School for the Deaf

CALIFORNIA
La Jolla — The Children's School
Lake Tahoe — Environmental Science Magnet
Los Angeles — St. James Episcopal
Murrieta — Murrieta Elementary

COLORADO
Aspen — Aspen Elementary, Wildwood
Denver — Mile High Center for Spiritual Living Youth Program
Longmont — St. John the Baptist Catholic School

FLORIDA
Amelia Island — Amelia Island Montessori
Atlantic Beach — Atlantic Beach Elementary
Boca Raton — Saint Andrew's Primary School
Bryceville — Bryceville Elementary
Celebration — Celebration Elementary
Coral Springs — Riverside, Country Hills, Cambridge Schools
Davie — David Posnack Temple School, Hawkes Bluff
Delray — American Heritage
Fort Lauderdale — Virginia S. Young, Lloyd Estates, Floranada, St. Mark’s, Pinecrest, St. Anthony’s, Delmar Academy, Bayview, Little Flower Montessori, Church by the Sea
Fort Pierce — Fort Pierce Magnet School for the Arts
Hallandale — David Posnack / Hochberg East Campus
Hollywood — Beach Montessori
Lady Lake — The Villages Elementary
Land O’ Lakes — Sanders Elementary
Leesburg — Leesburg Elementary
Lutz — Kidstuff
Miami — Alexander School, Miami Country Day, St. Francis, St. Thomas
Mount Dora — Round Lake Charter
Pembroke Pines — Cambridge Schools
Pinecrest — Pinecrest Elementary
Plantation — American Heritage
Pompano — Lighthouse Point Christian
New Port Richey — Fox Hollow Elementary
Tamarac — Liberty Elementary
Tangerine — Tangerine School House
Weston — Everglades Elementary, Imagine Charter, Cambridge Schools
West Palm Beach — Meyer’s Academy, Academy of the Palm Beaches
Windermere — Keene’s Crossing Elementary

ILLINOIS
Glenview — Willowbrook
Shorewood — Walnut Trails
Streamwood — Ridge Circle
Wheaton — St. Michael’s Elementary

KENTUCKY
Alexandria — St. Joseph Cold Spring
Bowling Green — Briarwood Elementary

MARYLAND
Annapolis — Preschool for the Arts
College Park — University of Maryland
Gambrills — Guideposts Montessori


MASSACHUSETTS
Halifax — Halifax Elementary, The Magical Years
Hingham — Notre Dame Academy, St. Paul’s Catholic School
Kingston — Kingston Elementary, Sacred Heart, The Magical Years
Marshfield — Governor Winslow, Daniel Webster, Martinson, Eames Way, Steeple School
Milton — Collicot
Pembroke — The Magic Years
Plymouth — Federal Furnace Elementary
Quincy — South Shore STARS Preschool
Randolph — South Shore STARS Preschool
Scituate — Hatherly, Jenkins, Lil’ Munchkins, Owl’s Crossing Preschool
Weymouth — South Shore STARS Preschool

MISSOURI
Overland — Marion Elementary
St. Louis — Immacolata, New City School

NEW JERSEY
Caldwell — Grandview, Trinity Academy
Orange — Forest Street
West Orange — Gregory Elementary

NEW YORK
Frost Valley YMCA for CAP
Port Washington — Parent Resource Center

OHIO
Cincinnati — Guardian Angels, Sands Montessori, Mercer, Welch, Colerain
Kings Mills — Kings Mills

SOUTH CAROLINA
Aynor — Aynor Elementary
Conway — Kingston Elementary

TENNESSEE
Brentwood — Kenrose
Franklin — Walnut Grove, Clovercroft
Nashville — Mama Lere School for the Deaf, Vanderbilt
Mt. Juliet — Rutland Elementary
Spring Hill — Allendale
Watertown — Watertown Elementary

TEXAS
Austin — Blazier Elementary

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Bring the I Love You More Tour™
to Your School

We’d love to create a meaningful and memorable experience for your students and community.

Programs can be customized for your school, audience, goals, and budget.

Include any details you have so far, such as:

  • school or organization

  • grade level or audience

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✨ Keep Shining!