Sage Nelson

Sage Nelson

Organizer at TEDxVail Youth

TED Attendee
TEDx Organizer
Edwards, Colorado, United States
Follow

About Sage

I am a…

Artist, Athlete, Brainstormer, Care taker, Christian, Concerned citizen, Connector, Designer, Educator/Teacher, Environmentalist, Event planner, Explorer, Global soul, Idea generator, Life mentor, Parent, Philanthropist, Project manager, Scientist, Social entrepreneur, World traveler

Bio

I’m a Vail, Colorado native with a love for the outdoors, connection, and community. For the past 21 years, I’ve served as a Special Education teacher at Battle Mountain High School, where I also sponsor several student organizations including Hope Squad (suicide prevention), Youth Equity Stewardship, GSA, and TEDxVail Youth—we’re currently planning our 8th event. I’m passionate about mentoring young people, fostering belonging, and creating spaces where every student feels seen and valued. Outside of school, I enjoy volleyball, wake surfing, spending time in nature, and adventuring with my husband of 20 years and our two kids, Peyton (14) and Wyatt (12).

I'm passionate about

Being of service to others and showing love

An idea worth spreading

Your consciousness should be filled with healthy, positive, loving thoughts that will reflect themselves in your experiences and in others.

Areas of expertise

academic and social/emotional support, being me, empathy, fun, outdoors