Mike Hall visited Central Cambria High School and Middle
School students on Tuesday, October 28th. He was sending a very important
message of hard work and dedication. He portrayed this message in a story about
a man who used a hammer and a chisel to chisel his way through a mountain, just
so there was a road to his village. The story explained the idea that if you
want something, there is always a way to work hard and achieve your goal. Hall
has visited Central Cambria two times before this, each time sharing
stories that showed his hard working and anti-bullying mentality. He has been
extremely popular with the Students, many saying that his presentations were
the most moving and motivating programs they have seen in their high school and
middle school careers. Senior Adam Farabaugh said “It was really awesome
getting some insight from someone who I could relate to.” Another student,
Kerry Kirsch, junior, said, “He was inspiring and motivational… I feel like he
gives a positive vibe and can connect to everyone in the school.”
It wasn't just the students that enjoyed the presentation; a lot of the
teachers loved his programs as well. Mr. Seymour, the music director at Central
Cambria, had this to say about the program, “It was truly amazing how he took
such an important message and made it so relevant to young people” I believe it
has made an impact on a lot of students’ approach on things, whether it’s how
hard they decide to work at practice that day, study for a test, or even help
somebody out in the hallway they don't talk to very much. Mike’s message
was a real eye opener for a lot of students. Hopefully, his message will
make this school year a great one for everybody. Mike Hall himself said, “The
actual thing that sets you free to live the life you’ve always wanted to live,
is truth. It seems so simple but that’s it. The truth. The truth about your
past. The truth about your parents. The truth about your worth. The truth about
your beauty. The truth about happiness. I don't change anyone with my words.
The truth changes them.”
