Empowering Florida's
Students
No one is immune to adversity and hardship.
But with strong skills and a community of encouragement, we can persevere.
Florida’s First Lady Casey DeSantis is inspiring and leading the nation to empower students to overcome challenges. The state of Florida has developed state education standards and resources that aim to equip students with skills that strengthen resiliency.
“In Florida, we are empowering students to have hope,” said First Lady Casey DeSantis. “No problem is insurmountable — all you need is a little help to become resilient.”
Looking for great materials to support student learning about powerful resiliency skills like grit, problem solving and responsible decision-making? Resiliency Florida offers a reading list full of materials for teachers and parents with suggestions and supporting materials for educational books about resiliency skills.
Access the reading list at the button below.
Hear stories from
REAL PEOPLE
TOM BRADY
LOU HOLTZ
JOHNATHAN VILMA
Real people share their stories of overcoming adversity. From professional athletes to business entrepreneurs, these familiar faces demonstrate resilience in the face of any challenge.
Former Professional NFL Player
Former NFL Player and Coach
Former Professional NFL Player
DAVID BECKHAM
Former Professional Soccer Player
BRYANT MCFADDEN
Former Professional NFL Player
TONY DUNGY
Former NFL Player and Coach
FROM YOU!
We want to hear
We're looking for REAL Floridians who are courageous and exercise great skills like resiliency in their every day lives. Students, athletes, entrepreneurs, engineers - we want to hear from you!
You'll have the chance to be featured on our website and social media channels!
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