"Behind the Mask: One Teacher's Unconventional Approach to Reaching Students in Crisis" In a bold attempt to break down barriers and build trust with her students, Krystalyn Musselman has devised an innovative solution to address the pressing concerns of high schoolers at Tecumseh Public Schools. The anonymous question box, a worn cardboard container that has become a symbol of her dedication, serves as a lifeline for students who feel hesitant to open up about their struggles in a traditional classroom setting. By providing a safe and confidential space for students to share their fears, worries, and questions, Musselman is helping to create a more supportive and inclusive learning environment. But what drives her to take such an unconventional approach, and what kind of impact is she seeing in the lives of her students?
Krystalyn Musselman holds a worn cardboard box up to the screen on our Zoom call. It’s the anonymous question box she relies on to field queries from high schoolers at Tecumseh Public Schools in ...