Testimonials

“Kerry is a dynamic speaker and certainly captivated the attention of our students. He emphasized some important points on setting goals, encouraging others and how “stupid little comments” can tear down another’s self-esteem. He was most effective when he related his own experiences and when he then related those to positive choices and how those impact one’s own life and the lives around them. Kerry’s charisma and passion was enough to hold everyone’s attention even with a blank video screen behind him.”

Teacher and Parent, Hanna High School

“In the troubled days following the World Trade Center tragedy, the world and youth especially need more positive affirmation. That’s what Kerry plans to do with his company.”

Tom Eremondi, Saskatoon Star Phoenix

Thousands agree…

“I have met this young man and recommend your school consider having him come to speak to your students. He is a passionate, well-spoken local speaker.”

Joy Adams Bauer
Saskatoon Public Schools

“We have had Kerry speak to most of the Regina schools, all of which have had tremendous positive responses towards his mission. He is well worth considering.”

Communications Officer
Regina Public Schools

Schools, students and administrators

“I think you are a great idol, not only because you speak with passion, but you are a positive young image for the youth to look up to. So think of that as a huge compliment.”
Stratford Central High School: Toronto

“We are very impressed with the composure of Kerry at such a young age.”
Riverview School: Winnipeg, Manitoba

“All of the students here in our school were so excited to have Kerry Girling, It’s great to see such a young role model.”
St. Francis Secondary: Calgary, Alberta

“The power of Kerry’s presentation gave the students a more positive outlook on life.”
Adam Scott Central High School: Peterborough, Ontario

“Kerry made and incredible impression at our school, the students were riveted to their seats. We will definitely have him back next year.”
Kilarney Secondary: Vancouver

“Kerry, I appreciate you coming to our school. It really made a difference because my best friend get bullied all the time and she really needed others to know and realize how bad of a problem it was in our community. You are a positive role model to all of us.”
Student, Central Collegiate: Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan

“Hey, I want you to know that it really made a difference when you came to my school the other day because my mom died in a car accident last year and I am still coping with things. You really knew how to put things together so that others will be a lot more responsible. Drinking and Driving is really bad in our city.”
Student, Lloydminster Collegiate, Alberta

“I’m not sure if you remember me but I was the one that talked to you after the presentation about my self esteem problems. I have had such a low self esteem problem since I was in grade four. Your message is very powerful! I had a person that has bullied me for the last few years come up to me and say sorry, just after your presentation and it hasn’t happened again. Thank you very much. I’m sure your message has gotten to others in very similar ways.”
Student, Estevan Composite School

“You were in my school last week and I want you to know that I really enjoyed your message about the goal setting. There are so many people that have so much defeat in their minds because we don’t have goal setting in our school curriculum and your message has gotten me to realize that I am a worthwhile person.”
Student, Melville Collegiate: Melville, Saskatchewan

“You are a very positive role model to us in Regina. After seeing your presentation, I realized that I can achieve my goals and that I believe in myself. I wish you luck in the future with all of your goals. Thank you very much. Everything that I heard was very positive about your presentation.”
Student, Cochrane Collegiate: Regina, Saskatchewan

“Kerry it’s great to see such a positive role model come to our school and with the accomplishments that you have done made us realize that we can achieve our dreams as well. We also like the segment in Bullying during your presentation. Thank you very much for the positive reinforcement.”
Student, John Paul Collegiate: North Battleford, Saskatchewan

“I am a student from Lethbridge Alberta and I wanted you to know that what you said was very beneficial to us all. You made a difference in our minds, especially during the bullying segment. We see the problems with low self esteem so often with a lot of our students in my school.”
Student, Lethbridge Collegiate, Alberta

“You’re a positive role model to us all at our school. Its too bad to see that there is so much drinking and driving in our community and hopefully your message has gotten to those that are irresponsible. I don’t want to see it again.”
Student, Sacred Heart: Yorkton, Saskatchewan

“Thank you very much for the outstanding presentation – Your message about making positive choices is an important life long learning message for our students. Thank you!”
Principal, E.S. Laird Middle School: Lloydminster, Alberta

“Thank you very much for the positive and reinforcing message that the students at Peacock Collegiate will remember and use for many years to come. You are a positive role model to the youth and we wish you luck in the future to come.”
Staff and students, Peacock Collegiate: Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan

“We really appreciate your positive message to our students. It’s great to see such a positive role model at such a young age trying to make a positive difference within our community. Your message was great and we hope to have you back in the future.”
Staff and students, Hudson Bay Composite: Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan

“On behalf of Aberdeen Composite school, the staff and students would like to thank you for the participation in our second annual live it up day! Your contribution is greatly appreciated. Your message was very impacting and left a positive message with our students.”
Staff/ SADD/ Students, Aberdeen Composite, Saskatchewan

“Thank you very much for your time with us. It will be long remembered. I continue to appreciate what you did for the staff and students at Rosthern Jr. College. Students have commented many times about their appreciation for the deeper life days and resource persons. Blessings to you as you continue to share your stories with the youth.”
Principal, Rosthern Jr. College:Rosthern, Saskatchewan

“Thank you very much for the great message and presentation. It’s great to see such a young man making a difference across North America. Your message will be remembered!”
Staff and students, Colonsay School: Colonsay, Saskatchewan

“Thank you very much for coming to our school to speak. You were great! Your positive attitude and encouragement is an inspiration.”
Staff and students, Carpenter Collegiate: Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan

“Thank you for presenting to us. We know your message will resonate for a long time and hopefully help us make a difference!”
LHCS SADD Group/ Staff, Lloydminster Collegiate

“Kerry’s presentation needs to be heard all across the Nation. The youth of today will believe in themselves and all that life can offer after being inspired by Kerry through his messages. His positive words have touched so many lives, minds and hearts already. I feel that together we can eliminate the anxieties of childhood, adolescence and right through to adulthood by starting with positive reinforcement that Kerry has to offer. He is youthful, has the experience and passion that has driven him to success. The life skills that can be learned through Kerry’s presentation will instill the confidence needed to achieve their individual goals for the future. Kerry’s tour will be a major influence today and long into the future. I highly recommend him”
Cathy Triolo – Mother of a teenager

Life Changing Stories

Being a mentor, teacher and motivational speaker has been a fulfilling duty for Kerry. The great accomplishments come when you look at how many life changing experiences you have contributed towards. Here are some stories that Kerry has been a part of:

“Kerry, before you came to my school, I was a nervous wreck. I couldn’t focus on the things that mattered most. I was always worried about what everyone else thought of me and my confidence was depleting. You made my high schools experience much better and now I live life with passion and am working towards becoming a teacher to help the people that are in my shoes.”

Student – Anonymous

“Hi, you came to my school last week. I wanted you to know that you are an inspiration to many of my friends and I. Even though you may seem that some of us aren’t listening to your message, I want you to know that all of my friends were talking about your positive re-enforcement and goal setting fundamentals. Last year everyone in my family was in a car accident that killed two of my family members and every day I have awoken to the fear of something happening to the ones that I care for and now you have given me the hope that I can help positively change people that are close to me. Thank you for being there for me and my friends. Your message has been well received and I wish you the best in the years to come. Keep motivating the youth.”

Student – Anonymous

“Thank you Kerry for being such a positive role model to our students in our community. I have had many other motivational speakers in our school and I (and many of the teaching staff) believe that your presentation has far surpassed the others that we have seen. The multimedia aspect of the presentation adds a lot to the positive re-enforcement that you strive for. We have seen a great deal of positive change within our school and I believe that you were a part of that experience. Thanks again!”

Principal – Anonymous

“Kerry Girling, you visited our school in Ontario last semester and I wanted you to realize that many of our students were blown away by the stories that you talked about. The multimedia portion was a great benefit for the students to empathize within the specific situations. Bullying has always been a part of our community. I was bullied when I was young and it’s great to see such a positive role model to our youth. Keep up the good work!”

Teacher – Anonymous

“Hi Kerry, First of all, I wanted to thank you for being a role model to my brother. I have notices significant change in his lifestyle since you came to our school. He has always been a person that hung around the negative people that don’t care about their futures and he is focusing on his goals and working towards getting an education, something that he would have never focused on before you came to our school. Thanks again for the help!”

Student – Anonymous

“Last year my best friend was also in a car accident that paralyzed her and now she cannot move her upper body. Even after the incident happened my friends still chose to drink and drive. It really bothered me and I wanted it to change, however it didn’t change until you drove the message through to them. I think that your story about your friend really hit home with them and now they make more positive choices. Thanks!”

Student – Anonymous

“Hi Kerry…I wanted to thank you for the ongoing support with taking the time to mentor me through my difficult times in high school. For years I thought that my family was never there for me and I felt like I didn’t have any support behind me until you came and helped out. It’s the small details that you do that help so much. I have never had a person go out of their way to help so much. Thank you very much and I wish you the best in the future!”

Student – Anonymous

“Your presentation was very impressive. It’s amazing some of the great and fun things that you have done in your life. I am very envious of you! I wanted to let you know that I really benefited from your presentation. I used to have no direction with my life. I never realized how to find out what I wanted to do or how to get there and now I finally have come to realize what I am meant to do with my life. Thanks for the ongoing encouragement and support. I am going to university to become a mechanic and I feel that others will benefit from me. Take care!!!”

Student – Anonymous

Recent testimonials from the Miracle Stone Tour – Spring 2008

“Thanks again for coming to our school. We appreciate everything. Your presentation was powerful and delightful for our students. We will see you again next year for our junior students.”

Principal – Anonymous

“Kerry; Your presentation was great. It helped out a lot, especially the Bullying portion of the presentation. It was a better presentation than the other people we have had in our school. Thanks!”

Student – John Paul 2 Collegiate, North Battleford, SK.

“Hey Kerry! We appreciate how you took the time to speak to us the other day. It was very inspiring to help us make positive lifestyle choices. I will definitely think twice about getting into a vehicle with a driver that has been drinking. Thanks again and I hope to see you in the up and coming years at our school.”

Student – Queen Mary Comp., Prince Albert, SK.

“I just wanted to let you know that you did an excellent job here in our school. You should come back again! I like the miracle stone that you gave me. It helps me think of things that I am grateful for in my life. Thanks again.”

Principal – Student – Westview Community School, Prince Albert, SK.

“I thought that it was an awesome presentation. Whenever I see footage of the Columbine shooting I get emotional, however it also makes me realize how great we have things in our community. I was bullied when I was younger, but now that I realize that I am worthwhile (just like you mentioned in your presentation), I am able to walk away from bullies and perpatrators in my school. Thanks a lot!”

Student – Notre Dame High School, Redeer, AB.

“I love the way you look at life! Your view points expressed in your presentation is an inspiration to all of our students here in Regina. We recently had a death with one of our students, due to bullying. Your presentation really helped our students realize what is unacceptable (verbal and physical abuse) and I appreciate that there are people like you that take the time to express those important points to our students. Have a great day!”

Principal – Anonymous

“Your presentation helped me to move towards my goals. You make a great point…It is important to start writing your goals and move towards your unique abilities early in life. I am a grade 10 student and I’ll take your advice to move towards my passions.”

Student – Michael A. Riffel High School, Regina, SK.

“I think that Kerry’s message will be heard all over, for many years to come. I know that it is a message that I will never forget, especially the drinking and driving part. I had a dear friend of mine pass when I was younger (Grade 12). It sometimes makes me feel upset, even to this day thinking back to when it happened. Thanks a lot Kerry for your inspiring message to our youth in our community.”

Principal – Anonymous

“I loved the presentation. It was really, really, really good and very insipring! He caught my attention within the first few words of opening his mouth. I can’t think of anything that you can improve. We had him last year and I cannot believe how far he has come since then. Good job!”

Guidance Councilor – Anonymous

“I thought that it was a great presentation! I allowed me to take a glimpse at what really happens in schools, to people who are drinking and driving and also what students go through when they are bullied. Thanks for the amazing presentation. Keep up the excellent work.”

Student – Mount Royal Collegiate, Saskatoon, SK.

“His presentation really helped me realize how bad things can be if rumors are spread or what verbal abuse can do to someone’s self-esteem.”

Student – Walter Murray Collegiate, Saskatoon, SK.

“I thought that it was great. The presenter really got to me. His message was inspiring and I will think twice about drinking and driving. My friends are always drinking and sometimes they choose to drive after that. I enjoyed the message. I cannot imagine going through a tragedy like he went through with his best friend. It would really upset me. Great job!”

Student – Manning High School, Alberta

“I liked his message because he wasn’t preaching like the other presenters that we have had. He uses real life experiences and shares them to us. His stories made an impact with our students and I feel that they got through to most of us. He is definitely the best presenter that we have ever had. He expressed the importance of keeping our community bully free and what to do if bullying happens in our school or community. He was awesome. Thanks!”

Student – Edmonton Christian School, AB.

“He had a lot of courage to get up in-front of our school. He did a great job!”

Principal – Anonymous

“Good job Kerry! Your message is always welcome here in our school. It’s great to see how much passion you have at 25 years old. It’s great to see that you are creating a better world through better you. That is exactly what we need. Thanks again!”

Principal – Anonymous

Charity Contributions

Kerry works in collaboration with the Law Enforcement Guardians Charity Organization, raising funds to help less fortunate people of all walks of life.


Between 1999 and 2007, Kerry helped raise thousands of dollars for Charity Organizations, including the Kids Help Phone. He wants to help and contribute in any way possible.