Written with classrooms in mind

From cotton fields to the Aerospace industry—history brought to life. Lisa Scinto speaks to schools, universities, and community organizations, bringing history, education, and lived experience together in powerful and meaningful ways. Drawing from her personal journey and her upcoming book, Sentenced to Death at Thirteen: A Multigenerational Journey from the Cotton Fields of Louisiana to the Aerospace Industry—and Beyond, Lisa connects the past to the present—helping audiences understand not only where we’ve been, but what is possible moving forward.

Her presentations are engaging, thought-provoking, and accessible to a wide range of audiences, blending historical insight with personal narrative to create a lasting impact.

SPEAKING TOPICS

African American History Through Lived Experience – A powerful narrative that brings to life the realities of slavery, migration, and systemic change—connecting national history to one family’s journey.

STEM Pathways and Opportunity – From the cotton fields to the Space Shuttle program, Lisa shares a compelling message about access, perseverance, and representation in science, engineering, and education.

Multigenerational Resilience and Legacy – An inspiring exploration of how strength, sacrifice, and determination are carried across generations—and how students can shape their own future.

EVENT FORMATS

Lisa is available for classroom visits, school assemblies, university lectures, keynote presentations, and community or panel discussions.

FOR EDUCATORS

For Educators Presentations can be tailored to align with curriculum standards and classroom learning goals. Educator resources and discussion guides are available upon request. Booking Information Now booking for upcoming events.

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