Exploring the correlation between student success and mental health | Ep 10
In the Room
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11m
The final episode of the season focuses on the link between student success and mental health. Hosts Stephanie Parra and Lloyd Hopkins are joined by Dr. Chad Geston, former superintendent for Phoenix Union School District, and Zarah Alfatlawi, a student at Central High School. The group discusses the importance of prioritizing students' mental health over achievement and advocates for educators and administrators to make it a top priority for overall student success.
Also in the segment, Zarah Alfatlawi introduces viewers to Central High’s Zen Den Club - the school's first mental health and wellness club. Zen Den Club works to provide support and comfort to students while creating a positive environment for their classmates on campus.
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