"Teenage Concerns in the Shadows: One Teacher's Unconventional Approach to Supporting High Schoolers" In a bid to create a safe and non-judgmental space for her students, Krystalyn Musselman, a teacher at Tecumseh Public Schools, has turned to an unlikely tool: an anonymous question box. This worn cardboard box has become a lifeline for high schoolers seeking guidance on everything from relationships and mental health to academic pressures and personal struggles. By allowing students to share their concerns without fear of repercussions or embarrassment, Musselman is providing a much-needed outlet for her students to express themselves freely. But what secrets lie within the box, and what impact is this innovative approach having on the lives of these young people?
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 ...
