"Unmasking Teenage Fears: One Teacher's Unconventional Approach to Student Support" In a bid to create a safe space for her students to open up, high school counselor Krystalyn Musselman has turned to an unlikely tool: an anonymous question box. By sharing a worn cardboard box on a Zoom call, Musselman reveals the innovative approach she's taken to encourage Tecumseh Public Schools students to share their concerns, fears, and questions without fear of judgment. The question box has become a lifeline for students seeking guidance on everything from academic struggles to personal issues, and Musselman's unorthodox method has sparked a wider conversation about the importance of mental health support in schools. But what drives Musselman's passion for student well-being, and how is her approach impacting 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 ...
