Today, Hershey Public Schools welcomed Mike Donahue, founder of Value Up, for a transformative presentation aimed at empowering students to recognize their intrinsic worth and make positive choices. With years of experience working with thousands of schools, Mike brought his deep understanding of how self-perception shapes students’ decisions and behaviors, delivering a message of self-respect, empathy, and community.
Mike’s presentation focused on three key principles:
1. Embrace Your Value
Students were reminded of their unchanging intrinsic worth, emphasizing that their value is not dependent on social validation, popularity, or external circumstances.
2. Make Choices That Match Your Value
By highlighting the link between self-belief and behavior, Mike encouraged students to make decisions that reflect their true worth, empowering them to live authentically and positively.
3. Value Others
Through powerful stories and real-life examples, students were inspired to practice empathy and compassion, mending relationships and fostering a culture of respect and kindness throughout the school community.
Mike’s engaging and heartfelt message resonated deeply with students, leaving a lasting impression on the importance of self-respect and valuing others. Hershey Public Schools is proud to have hosted such an impactful speaker who aligned with our mission to nurture a positive and supportive school culture..culture.
