DESE Podcasts
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A.W.A.R.E. Podcast Season 1 Finale
A.W.A.R.E. Podcast Season 1 Finale
A.W.A.R.E. Podcast Season 1 Finale
Tuesday 2nd June 2020
Betsy Kendall and Nicole Fairchild discuss mental health challenges in education during COVID-19 in this Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. season finale.
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I think for the we are really having some conversations about mental health and our mental health and what we're doing to take care of ourselves and what we're doing to take care of our kids and our students as educators.
In this heartfelt season finale of the Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. podcast, Betsy Kendall and Nicole Fairchild tackle the pressing issue of mental health in education during the COVID-19 pandemic. The duo dives into the unique challenges educators have faced, from transitioning to digital learning to maintaining vital student relationships in a time of isolation. Telemedicine has become a lifeline for many students, ensuring they continue to receive essential support despite physical distancing measures.
Betsy and Nicole stress the importance of incorporating social and emotional learning curriculums into classrooms to help students navigate these turbulent times. They also highlight the impact of collective trauma on both students and educators, urging schools to be mindful of these effects as they adapt to the 'new normal'.
As they wrap up the first season, Betsy and Nicole hint at exciting new content and special guests for season two, promising continued focus on crucial topics in education and mental health. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in how schools are adapting to unprecedented challenges and supporting their communities through resilience and empathy.