Chasing Greatness Keynotes

Chasing Greatness Keynotes are more than presentations, they are full-scale experiences that ignite joy, elevate belief, and unite entire school communities around a shared mission. Through high-energy storytelling, powerful visuals, humor, and heartfelt authenticity, Don Epps delivers messages that resonate long after the presentation.

Each keynote, whether it’s The Art of Having Fun, Unleashing Your Superpowers, or Flooding the Positive is built to strengthen culture, spark passion, and remind educators why their work matters. Participants walk away motivated, re-centered, and equipped with practical mindsets that boost engagement, deepen relationships, and create schools where kids and adults love to belong.

These keynotes don’t just inspire, they transform the way educators feel, think, and lead! They set the tone for a powerful year of connection, belief, and greatness for the students we serve!

A High-Energy Culture Keynote by Don Epps

The Art of Having Fun is a high-energy, joy-filled keynote experience that inspires educators to transform school culture through happiness, engagement, and belief. Don Epps takes the stage with unforgettable energy—countdown videos, music, laughter, and stories that remind audiences why they chose education in the first place.

Through powerful “I WANT” belief statements, Don shares his mission for students, teachers, and communities: schools should be places kids run into, teachers feel valued, and families are proud of. He challenges the myth that fun and rigor can’t coexist and shows how joy fuels engagement, attention, and learning.

From world-class learning experiences like Testapalooza to celebrating everyday moments that shape culture, Don equips audiences with practical ways to make school exciting, meaningful, and memorable. Backed by research, humor, and heart, he highlights the power of belief—teacher credibility, student confidence, and collective efficacy.

This keynote will energize your staff, elevate your culture, and remind everyone that joy is not a luxury in schools—it’s a necessity.

Let’s go do great things for kids!! 

A Leadership Keynote That Ignites Purpose, Confidence & Joy  Keynote by Don Epps

Unleashing Your Superpowers is a fast-paced, high-energy keynote designed to help educators discover the leader within themselves and unlock the unique talents they can use to impact the lives of others. Through powerful storytelling, nonstop humor, real-world lessons, and unforgettable moments, Don Epps inspires every participant to embrace their strengths and lead with confidence.

This keynote empowers educators to:

• Recognize their influence as leaders
• Identify the personal “superpowers” they bring to their school
• Believe they are the BEST in the world to serve their students
• Turn everyday moments into extraordinary opportunities
• Lead with authenticity, joy, and relentless care

From laugh-out-loud stories (yes, even pants-ripping procedures) to heartfelt reflections that stick long after the keynote ends, Don reminds attendees that leadership isn’t a title—it’s an action. And every educator has the power to make others feel valued, supported, and inspired.

Get ready for energy, connection, and a renewed belief in the difference you make.
Let’s unleash your superpowers and go do great things for kids!

A Storytelling Keynote That Transforms School Culture  Keynote by Don Epps

Flooding the Positive is an energizing keynote that empowers educators to take control of their school’s story and build culture through intentional, uplifting communication. Don Epps shows how capturing small moments, celebrating people, and highlighting daily wins can strengthen community pride and drown out the negativity that often surrounds education.

Through unforgettable examples—like the rise of Frosty—Don demonstrates how authentic storytelling can turn adversity into opportunity, inspire resilience, and unite an entire school community. Participants learn how to capture emotion, spotlight student and staff success, maximize big events, and recognize the powerful “Frosty moments” happening every day.

This keynote equips schools to:

• Own their narrative
• Build trust through positive communication
• Celebrate what makes their culture special
• Empower teachers, parents, and students to share their stories

Flooding the Positive will leave your team inspired to tell the stories that matter most—and to make positivity the defining feature of your school’s culture.

Half-Day Examples:

• Keynote Only: One topic, 45-90 minutes in the AM or PM.
• Keynote + Implementation Workshop: 3-4 hours max.
• Student Body Keynote + Student Leadership Workshop

Full-Day and Multi-Day Examples:

Customize a package that best serves your district’s needs. Options include:

• AM Session: Topic followed by a workshop. PM Session: Topic followed by a workshop.
• AM Session: Student body keynote with student leadership workshop. PM Session: Admin topic with workshop.
• AM Session: Teacher and staff keynote. PM Session: Admin topic with workshop.

Ready to take the first step? Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you achieve your goals. We look forward to hearing from you!