A high school teacher is using an unconventional method to connect with students during remote learning, relying on an anonymous question box to address their concerns. The worn cardboard container serves as a bridge between educators and teens navigating challenges in a virtual classroom setting. This creative approach highlights the need for open communication in an era where traditional engagement methods may fall short. The story explores how simple tools can foster trust and support in education.


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 ...