by Sumedha Bahri, J.D., B.S, Founder & CEO | Jan 27, 2026 | Public Speaking
We are living in the middle of a mental health crisis in this country, and children are not immune to it. Anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and feelings of isolation are appearing more frequently than ever before, sadly sometimes manifesting in tragic events. These...
by Sumedha Bahri, J.D., B.S, Founder & CEO | Jan 5, 2026 | Public Speaking
Happy Sunday everyone. This week I received a DM from a parent. She wrote, “My child is 7 and very shy. How do you get a shy child to come out of their shell?” It is such a common question and such an important one. The first thing I always tell parents is that...
by Sumedha Bahri, J.D., B.S, Founder & CEO | Dec 4, 2025 | Public Speaking
I spend my days coaching everyone from kindergarteners to federal executives on how to walk into a room with confidence. And lately, I’ve been noticing something big: communication skills are suddenly taking center stage again. Ironically, it’s because of artificial...
by Sumedha Bahri, J.D., B.S, Founder & CEO | Nov 10, 2025 | Public Speaking
At Highest Speak, we believe every child deserves a voice. Here’s why public speaking isn’t just another after-school activity—it’s the foundation for confidence, success, and leadership. Have you noticed how many kids freeze up when it’s their turn to speak in...
