• Helping Students Heal Through Writing with Briana Morales

  • Jun 5 2024
  • Length: 38 mins
  • Podcast

Helping Students Heal Through Writing with Briana Morales

  • Summary

  • Writing can serve as means of empowerment and healing.

    Today we are talking to Briana Morales, 2024 Illinois State Teacher of the Year and high school English teacher at Gordon Bush Alternative Center in East St. Louis. Throughout her career, she has empowered her students through storytelling. In this episode, Briana will share how she uses healing-centered engagement and writing to help students process trauma and reveal their purpose. Plus she shares writing activities to engage students in identity work and how to start a classroom dignity closet to help students in need.

    Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthand from the people who are shaping young lives in the classroom every day. If you or someone you know would be a good candidate for Teachers in America, please email us at shaped@hmhco.com.

    Content Warning: Please note that this episode mentions examples of trauma, gun violence, and attempted suicide.

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