Jeri Bisbee
Jeri Bisbee
A Joyous Meaningful Life
A Joyous Meaningful Life
A Joyous Meaningful Life
Monday 22nd August 2022
Join Jeri Bisbee and Melissa as they explore how a Colorado high school is transforming lives by supporting students in recovery from addiction.
37 minutes
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About this podcast
Author:
Jeri Bisbee
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Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Building Brighter Futures: A High School Dedicated to Students in Recovery
What we're trying to do here is if we can have a high school with these kids who are struggling with this quasi taboo topic that nobody wants to talk about and we want to shove it under the rug, and if our kids can graduate, go to college, produce these great works of art, start their own businesses like, do all the things that our students are doing, then we can change the narrative about what addiction truly is, how we handle it.
Imagine a high school where the focus isn't just on grades but on recovery and well-being. In this episode of 'This Is Your Wake-Up Call', host Jeri Bisbee sits down with Melissa, the visionary founder of a unique high school in Colorado designed specifically for students battling addiction. This isn't your typical educational institution; it's a sanctuary where young people can find both academic success and personal healing.
Melissa shares her journey from a medical background to creating this life-changing program that’s being hailed as a beacon of hope by families nationwide. She dives into the nitty-gritty of integrating recovery into the school curriculum, offering insights into the challenges these students face and the transformative power of peer support. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of such a model, emphasizing the need for more recovery resources in educational settings.
If you or someone you know is grappling with addiction, this episode provides valuable information and inspiration. Melissa's story is a testament to what can be achieved when we prioritize mental health and community support. Tune in to hear about the incredible impact this school is having and how it’s changing lives one student at a time.