Teresa Flynn Everett is an American Educator, author, speaker, and poet. Teresa is the founder of Speak Rivers. In 2022, Teresa earned a prestigious university alumni award for professional achievement. Additionally, Teresa received the Local Legend Award from Lake Elsinore Storm Organization. Other accomplishments include the Western Riverside County Association of School Managers Principal of the Year Award, the California Gold Ribbon Award, Title I Academic Achievement Award, and the Civic Learning Award from the California Department of Education. Teresa’s poetry collection includes: Speak Rivers and Move Mountains, Passion Inside Me, Picture Purpose, Just Be Me, and much more.