--- title: Dr. Manny Scott | Keynote Speaker for Educators description: Original Freedom Writer and ASCD bestselling author Dr. Manny Scott helps educators remember why they matter and lead in an AI-shaped world. Keynotes in person or virtual. --- [**Dr. MannyScott**Speaker, Author, Original Freedom Writer](https://www.mannyscott.com/?hsLang=en) Menu [Speaking](https://www.mannyscott.com/speaking?hsLang=en) [For Schools](https://www.mannyscott.com/for-schools?hsLang=en) [Testimonials](https://www.mannyscott.com/testimonials?hsLang=en) [About](https://www.mannyscott.com/about?hsLang=en) [For Teachers](https://www.mannyscott.com/for-teachers?hsLang=en) [Books](https://www.mannyscott.com/books?hsLang=en) [Book Dr. Scott](https://www.mannyscott.com/book-dr-scott?hsLang=en) ![](https://www.mannyscott.com/hubfs/247263227/site-hero.jpg) Keynotes and professional learning for educators # AI can change education. It can't become a student's best hope. That still takes a human being. Dr. Manny Scott helps educators remember why they matter, and prepares them to lead in the world that's coming. [Book Dr. Scott](https://www.mannyscott.com/book-dr-scott?hsLang=en)[Explore keynotes](https://www.mannyscott.com/speaking?hsLang=en) **2,500+**presentations **49**states and 6 continents **25+**years serving schools **ASCD**bestselling author Where would you like to start? ## One message. Three ways in. Event and conference planners ### A keynote your audience will still talk about next year. In person or live virtual, 30 to 60 minutes, built around your theme and your people. [See the keynotes →](https://www.mannyscott.com/speaking?hsLang=en) Superintendents and principals ### Professional learning that keeps going after Dr. Scott leaves. The Power of One Experience pairs hope with a research-based framework and resources your staff keeps using. [Explore options for schools →](https://www.mannyscott.com/for-schools?hsLang=en) Teachers ### Your 30-day plan to lead in the age of AI. *The Teacher AI Can't Replace*, a 34-page guide and workbook built on BRIDGE. $19 founding price. [Get the guide →](https://www.mannyscott.com/teacher-ai?hsLang=en) Keynotes and experiences ## Bring Dr. Scott to your people. ### [![Dr. Manny Scott speaking from a podium](https://www.mannyscott.com/hubfs/247263227/site-podium.jpg) 30–60 min · In person or live virtual The Power of One A hope-filled keynote that reminds educators why they matter, and how much one caring adult can change a student's life. Learn more →](https://www.mannyscott.com/speaking/the-power-of-one?hsLang=en) ### [![Dr. Scott on stage at an educator conference](https://www.mannyscott.com/hubfs/247263227/site-ascd.jpg) 45–60 min · In person or live virtual BRIDGE to the Future A research-based keynote that equips educators to navigate disruption and build the human and technological literacies an AI-shaped world demands. Learn more →](https://www.mannyscott.com/speaking/bridge?hsLang=en) ### [![Dr. Scott with an educator at a conference](https://www.mannyscott.com/hubfs/247263227/site-selfie.jpg) Half day · In person The Power of One Experience The Power of One and BRIDGE in one half-day experience, plus practical resources that keep the momentum going long after Dr. Scott leaves. Learn more →](https://www.mannyscott.com/speaking/power-of-one-experience?hsLang=en) ![Dr. Manny Scott with an educator holding his book](https://www.mannyscott.com/hubfs/247263227/site-besthope.jpg) Original Freedom Writer ## From dropout to Dr. Scott. By sixteen, Manny Scott had lived in 26 places. His father was incarcerated, his best friend had been murdered, and he had dropped out of school. Then a few caring adults entered his life. He went back to school, became one of the original Freedom Writers, graduated from UC Berkeley, and earned a Ph.D. studying how people learn to connect across differences. For more than 25 years he has carried that gift forward into schools around the world, because one person can change the trajectory of another person's life. [Meet Dr. Scott](https://www.mannyscott.com/about?hsLang=en) The receipts ## “The greatest speaker I’ve ever heard.” Districts bring in dozens of speakers. Again and again, the people who have heard them all reach the same verdict. > “I really did think he was the greatest speaker I’ve ever heard, and I still do. But after hearing him teach this morning, I believe his strongest suit really is teaching and interacting with an audience.” **Dr. Keith Ballard**Former Superintendent, Tulsa Public Schools, after 46 years in education > “Many of the teachers at my school said that you were the best presenter and motivator they had ever heard.” **Tom C. Greer**Athens ISD, Texas > “Everybody ranked your presentation as the #1 assembly so far… considering that we have had over one hundred speakers in the last two years.” **Student**Vacaville School District, California [See all the receipts](https://www.mannyscott.com/testimonials?hsLang=en)[150+ testimonials and 10 videos →](https://www.mannyscott.com/testimonials?hsLang=en) ![](https://www.mannyscott.com/hubfs/247263227/site-students.jpg) Technology is changing the future. People still change lives. Books and resources ## Keep the learning going. ![Cover of The Teacher AI Can't Replace](https://www.mannyscott.com/hubfs/247263227/site-guide-cover.jpg) ### The Teacher AI Can't Replace Why your students need you more than ever, and your 30-day plan to lead the way. Instant PDF, $19. [Get the guide →](https://www.mannyscott.com/teacher-ai?hsLang=en) ![Cover of Turning the Page by Dr. Manny Scott, 2026 edition](https://www.mannyscott.com/hubfs/247263227/site-book-turning-the-page-2026.jpg) ### Turning the Page: A Memoir Dr. Scott's deeply personal story of struggle, hope, second chances, and the people who helped him turn the page. New 2026 edition. [Read the memoir →](https://www.mannyscott.com/turning-the-page?hsLang=en) ![](https://www.mannyscott.com/hubfs/247263227/last%20keynote-1-3.jpg) In person or live virtual ## Ready to bring Dr. Scott to your people? Tell us about your event. Our team will reply within one business day with availability and a recommendation tailored to your goals. [Check availability](https://www.mannyscott.com/book-dr-scott?hsLang=en) [**Dr. MannyScott**Speaker, Author, Original Freedom Writer](https://www.mannyscott.com/?hsLang=en) © 2026 Ink International, Inc. · [info@mannyscott.com](mailto:info@mannyscott.com) · [(678) 421-4825](tel:+16784214825) [Speaking](https://www.mannyscott.com/speaking?hsLang=en)[For Teachers](https://www.mannyscott.com/for-teachers?hsLang=en)[For Schools](https://www.mannyscott.com/for-schools?hsLang=en)[Books](https://www.mannyscott.com/books?hsLang=en)[About](https://www.mannyscott.com/about?hsLang=en)[Book Dr. Scott](https://www.mannyscott.com/book-dr-scott?hsLang=en)[FAQ](https://www.mannyscott.com/faq?hsLang=en)[Contact](https://www.mannyscott.com/contact?hsLang=en)[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@mannyscott)