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Podcast #63 Heartland High — Ohio's First Recovery School
Podcast #63 Heartland High — Ohio's First Recovery School
Podcast #63 Heartland High — Ohio's First Recovery School
Monday 23rd November 2020
Discover how Heartland High in Ohio uses compassion and individualized learning to support students in addiction recovery.
61 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Heartland High: Pioneering Compassionate Recovery Education in Ohio
We want to double dip, like we want to get them life experience and credit for school... It's important to figure out what their interests are and we incorporate that into our learning models too.
Imagine a school where students not only earn their diplomas but also rebuild their lives. That’s Heartland High in Columbus, Ohio—Ohio's first recovery school. In this heartfelt episode of 'Coming Up for Air', host Annie Highwater chats with Dr. Paige Stewart, the School Director, and Jennifer Belemu, the Student Engagement Coordinator. They discuss how Heartland High’s unique approach is making waves in addiction recovery education. The school’s philosophy revolves around individualized learning, kindness, and compassion.
It's not just about academics; it’s about healing and growing as a person. Heartland High recognizes the heavy toll adverse childhood experiences can take on young lives. By addressing these issues head-on, the school helps students regain self-confidence and dignity. The hybrid learning model they use combines life skills with academic credits, ensuring that each student’s personal interests are woven into their educational journey.
What makes Heartland High stand out is its dedication to understanding addiction as a disease and working to remove the stigma associated with it. The staff at Heartland work tirelessly to undo the shame and embarrassment often linked to addiction, replacing those feelings with hope and self-worth. Through mentorship programs and a strong sense of community support, students find a team that’s all about them.
They learn about the neurobiology of addiction and connect with peers who offer positive reinforcement, helping to reshape their belief systems. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in how education can be a powerful tool in addiction recovery. Tune in to hear more about Heartland High’s groundbreaking methods and the inspiring stories of its students.