"Unmasking Teenage Fears: A High School Counselor's Unconventional Approach to Supporting Students" In a unique effort to reach out to students who may be hesitant to open up in class, Krystalyn Musselman, a counselor at Tecumseh Public Schools, has devised an innovative solution - an anonymous question box. The worn cardboard box, which she holds up on a Zoom call, has become a trusted confidant for students who need guidance on everything from academic struggles to personal issues. By providing a safe and confidential space for students to ask questions, Musselman hopes to break down barriers and foster a sense of trust and understanding among her students. But what kind of questions are students really asking, and how is Musselman's approach making a difference in their lives?
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 ...