Dr. Manuel Scott
@ManuelScott
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From high school dropout to Ph.D. Best-selling author, international speaker, original Freedom Writer making my dash count. Learn more at https://t.co/8xmZWhN6fW
49 States; 6 Continents
Joined October 2009
I can't keep these tears from falling from my eyes as I look out this airplane window. I'm trying not to let people around me see me cry, but I was a high school dropout, and I just passed my dissertation defense and earned my Ph.D! I am now, officially, Dr. Manuel Scott.
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I’ve often said, "The stronger our internet connection gets, the weaker our human connection becomes." But now, I have to add: the more time we spend staring at screens, the more our minds seem to suffer too. It’s not just our relationships that are fading; it’s our ability to
This teacher-turned-cognitive scientist shared a disturbing reality that left the room stunned. “Our kids are LESS cognitively capable than we were at their age.” Every previous generation outperformed its parents since we began recording in the late 1800s. So, what happened?
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130 schools said no. He led the losingest program in college football history to a national championship anyway. Fernando Mendoza was a 2-star recruit from Miami. He tried to walk on at his hometown school. They passed. So did FIU. So did FAU. So did everyone else. At 17, he
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If I had to give this chapter of life a title, it would be: “Cherishing Right Now.” With our teenagers growing into thoughtful, kind young adults, we’ve found ourselves being more intentional about how we spend our time. Now, for us, it’s all about presence and togetherness. I
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From our family to yours, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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So proud of my son for earning an award that recognizes character over stats. That’s the kind of young man he is on and off the field.
Honored to receive the Kevin Maloof Award from the Gwinnett County Touchdown Club — recognizing players with a “Team First” mentality who put the program above personal glory, stats, or attention. Grateful for my family, my brothers, and coaches. Still just getting started. 🙏🏽🏈
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Excellence in the classroom and on the field — GPA trending toward 3.9. Career highlights in 4 minutes ⬇️ 🎥 https://t.co/WKaTVhUr4i
@CoachRaw_ @NighbertChad @RecruitNE_GA @GwinnettRecruit @NEGARecruits @Bronco_Recruits
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19 acceptances and counting. Proud of my boy!
If you knew what I had to overcome on this journey, you’d celebrate with me. Injuries. Setbacks. Tough moments. Seasons that tested my confidence and commitment. But I kept working. I kept believing. I stayed humble, hungry, disciplined, faithful — and I kept my grades high
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Excited to share that I’ve been accepted to Georgia Southern University! Grateful for all the academic and athletic opportunities being presented to me. @CoachRaw_ @NighbertChad @RecruitGeorgia @RecruitNE_GA @Bronco_Recruits @GwinnettRecruit
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🎥 New Highlight Tape Team Captain | 3-Year Starter | 2026 WR/LB | 6'2” | 210 lbs | 3.9 GPA Still looking for the right place to call home — on the field and in the classroom. Watch the film and let’s connect. @CoachRaw_ @NighbertChad @CoachLeeIV @CoachDaniels06 @RecruitGeorgia
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Week 9 Highlights 🎥 3 Catches | 100 Yards | TD When opportunity comes, I deliver. Team Captain | 6’2” | 210 lbs | 3.9 GPA | 2026 WR/ATH📍Brookwood HS (GA) (6A) (7-2) 🎥 Highlights below ⬇️ @RecruitGeorgia @RecruitNE_GA @CoachRaw_ @Bronco_Recruits @247recruiting
#AGTG #WR
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I just learned of the death of Charlie Kirk, and my heart is heavy. Though I often found myself in sharp disagreement with Charlie—especially on matters of race, history, and justice—I also recognize that he was a man made in the image of God. He was someone’s son, someone’s
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People love talking about how a teacher once helped me. I get it. Educators see themselves in my story and receive hope. They want to be the teacher who helps students. And I honor that. But here’s what’s often overlooked— Yes, I was helped. But I also took responsibility for
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I went from digging through dumpsters for food to flying my own airplane. From a 0.6 GPA dropout to a PhD. From hopelessness to helping millions. If you feel stuck in the valley today, hear me: * Your past does not decide your future. * You can fly. * You can turn the page. Who
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TEACHERS: THANK YOU! I’ve been humbled to see how many of you connected with my last post. I wrote it because I know what it feels like to wonder if the long nights, the lesson planning, the tears, and the endless pouring out of yourself is making a difference. You ARE making a
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TEACHER: YOU MATTER. I’ve said it before, and I’ll keep saying it: even on your worst day, you can still be a student’s best hope. Not because you’re perfect. Not because you always have the right words. But because you show up—with love, consistency, and the kind of grace that
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After a great conversation with @Coach_Stanton1, I am blessed to receive an offer from @RoseHulmanFB to not only compete at the next level but also earn a degree from the nation's #1 Undergraduate Engineering School! Thank you to my family, coaches, teammates, teachers, and
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As I start my 20th year! Remember that your students need you each and everyday! I was reflecting and this quote came to mind! “Even on your worst day you can be a student’s best hope.” @ManuelScott
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Today, I take the stage in Jacksonville, Florida, to speak to 9,000 educators and leaders… And when I step off that stage, I’ll be closing one of the most meaningful chapters of my life. For the first time in 25 years, my speaking calendar is empty. On purpose. No flights
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