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Jordan Toma Just a Kid with An IEP; Author; Motivational Speaker

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I think Jordon Toma's speech was inspirational because I was starting to end up like him. I wasn't doing well in school and my life was not very good. When Jordan came and did the speech it lifted me up and made me think to keep trying hard and keep pushing.

I feel like if I change my mind I could do more things in school but now I feel like I could do them.

He reminded me who I really am.

Jordan's message was exactly what students who struggle in school or who don't fit into the "box" of education needed to hear. I noticed that the students who hung around a bit after his presentation to get a copy of his book signed were mostly students who do struggle. They connected with his message. He took time to give individual attention to each student. He even wrote messages to each student inside the free copy of his book that he gave them. We were fortunate to have him at Prairie View.

As a teacher in my 26th year, I have sat through many assemblies. I've watched speakers' words go in one ear and out the other. Until today. Jordan Toma shared his journey with our 4th through 8th graders. He engaged them and spoke to their hearts and minds. I can't tell you how many faces lit up. They recognized themselves in Jordan's story. They were moved. All of them. Jordan reached them in a way that no one else has been able to. As I sat and watched Jordan's presentation which felt like a rock concert at times with how cool and fun the vibe was, my heart exploded. As a teacher and a parent of a child with an IEP, Jordan's visit was the best “Professional Development” I have ever had. I wish every child could hear and see Jordan in person. It is his calling. He is a gift to us all/ Furthermore, Jordan's story needs to be heard by every parent and adult in education. He will motivate you, remind you that you're doing right by your child, and really make you understand that OUR WORDS become the inner thoughts of our students and children. Jordan…as you continue your journey, I encourage you to start exploring the possibility of talking directly to teachers and parents. Today, you made many kids feel stronger, stand a little taller, and understand that their struggle is their strength. Additionally, the parents and teachers that were in attendance benefitted greatly. Thank you for helping us become better…to do better for our children and students. The struggles you went through were actually blessings. God knew you needed to go through it in order to touch the lives of so many. Dana Hoover Teacher St. Gregory the Great Academy

Jordan impacted me to not quit, get good grades, treat others how you want to be treated, and don't listen to those who want to be rude. Just shut the bad things out and you will do great things and become someone great

Your story inspired me to send your book to my son that is having some ruff young adult times, that will definitely help him. You're so amazing and I'm sure your story will touch many kids and adults through the hard times. Keep up the wonderful work that you do! Melissa Sanders

learned from Jordan that it is ok to struggle and have doubts. I learned, especially from the book, that it is okay to fail, that you just need to pick yourself up and try again. Thank you for writing this book