In this episode, Christina Broderick shares the importance of mental health literacy, how to approach mental wellness, and how we can support students.
In this episode, Christina Broderick shares the importance of mental health literacy, how to approach mental wellness, and how we can support students holistically concerning their mental health.
Given the challenges all students have encountered during the pandemic, as well as the ever-present challenges and stresses kids face, this is essential content for all educators, parents and caregivers.
With more than 20 years of experience in digital education, Dr. Wendy Oliver, a highly qualified Tennessee teacher and administrator, thrives when implementing innovative learning models and creating amazing learning experiences for students. Throughout her career, Wendy has had the opportunity to develop and pioneer a district, TN’s state-wide, and international digital learning programs. She served as the Chief Learning Architect for Arizona State University’s digital charter network of schools and recently launched a network of private, for-profit schools. Wendy created Oliver’s Frameworks for Blended and Online Instruction, and subsequently, a software that allows teacher to self-assess their knowledge of instruction in each respective environment, a software that has been implemented in multiple districts and states.
Christina Broderick is founder and CEO of Ignite EDU. Christina is a Licensed Social Worker, a Psychotherapist, a Certified School Social Worker, and an Adjunct Professor who is passionate about ensuring mental health becomes a priority for all. She has worked across the entire lifespan, from elementary-aged students to the older adult population, has provided mental health counseling and support for hundreds of middle school and high school students in individual and group settings, and has worked in K-12 educational settings since 2012. Learn more at https://www.ignitedu.net/