In this episode, Jennifer Vigne talks with Debra Giacolone, the Executive Director of Student Services for Sarasota County Schools, to explore student resiliency, mental health, and well-being. Deb talks about the power of relationships to change lives and how education and relationships are inextricably linked. She identifies the challenges students face in today’s fast-paced, high-pressure academic environment and offers insights, strategies, and advice to support their mental and emotional health and build resiliency. They both explore the Florida Depart of Education’s Resiliency Toolkit and ways to use it in the classroom.
In this continuation of our miniseries on education and the economy, Jennifer talks with CareerSource Suncoast President and CEO Josh Matlock about current and...
This special episode of Education Conversations captures the excitement and energy of the 2nd annual Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Run. Hear from runners, volunteers,...
Two Sarasota County Schools teachers—Kari Johnson, a kindergarten teacher, district Teacher of the Year, and a top-five finalist for Florida Teacher of the Year;...
