Announcing Our 2025 Local Empowerers Honorees!

We are thrilled to announce the Local Empowerers Honorees who will be recognized at Keys to Empowerment – A Dueling Pianos Charity Night on May 31, 2025, in Stamford, CT. This year, we are celebrating two remarkable educators who have made a profound impact on their students and the mental health landscape in their communities.
At Ready to Empower (RTE), we recognize the essential role educators play in shaping not just the minds but also the well-being of their students. This year’s honorees have gone above and beyond—not only excelling in education but also serving as champions of mental health.

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Lisa Saba-Price

Principal, Westover Magnet School

Lisa Saba-Price has fostered a culture of caring, connection, and compassion within her school and beyond. This year, she was named a Connecticut Choose Love Ambassador, further exemplifying her commitment to empowering students through education and emotional well-being.

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James Geisler

Executive Director of Wellness Services, Sacred Heart University
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A dedicated advocate for student mental health, James Geisler is the author of Thrive Year One: The Essential Mental Health Workbook for First-Year College Students. His leadership at Sacred Heart University has provided students with the resources they need to navigate mental health challenges and thrive in their academic and personal lives.

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This year’s theme holds special significance as RTE launched Ready EmpowerEd, a transformative program designed to provide educators, faculty, administrators, and corporate employees with essential mental health tools and strategies. By equipping those who shape our communities with the support they need, we can create lasting, sustainable change.
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We look forward to celebrating these incredible honorees and their unwavering dedication to empowerment, education, and mental health at this unforgettable evening of music, impact, and inspiration.

Join us on May 31, 2025, as we honor these extraordinary individuals!