Nyssba's Study Break

Join Study Break's host, Dr. Gayle Simidian, as she chats with Dr. Gil Noam, founder and director of the PEAR Institute, Partnerships in Education and Resilience, at McLean Hospital and associate professor at Harvard Medical School. They will discuss the socio-emotional and academic challenges and opportunities of reopening schools in the fall.

No one wants to be a Monday morning quarterback when it comes to resuming school sports in the fall. Study Break talks to Chris Watson, director of communications for the New York State Public High School Athletic Association, who discusses sports guidance and the new normal for high school athletics.

Some students who struggle at school find learning at home more fulfilling. Why?

Will history repeat itself?

One video game is helping students emotionally deal with missing school.

How do we transition to a new normal?

Difficult times can be stressful. Learn to build an alliance with stress.

One symbol unites us all during the pandemic.

One good deed highlights the healing power of the performing arts.

Does a little isolation have an upside?

As learning goes online, communities grow stronger.

How are youth processing news about the coronavirus? What steps can schools take to allay fears students might have? This week’s Study Break features Dr. Janine Domingues, clinical psychologist at the Child Mind Institute. Dr. Domingues discusses how kids’ cognitive and emotional development may play into fears about the virus and how this might affect both student learning and mental health.

Do women often get the top spot in K-12 education? Not according to research. Find out why and learn ways to build a stronger female superintendent pipeline.

Teens are weary and bored in class, says Yale researchers. How can schools improve student engagement?

Youth are reporting mental health concerns. How can we foster resilience?

Pronouns capture a major aspect of identity. Proper usage is important.

How can we cultivate original thinkers?

A possible new mandate for dyslexia screening in New York schools may be on its way. What you should know.

Young students learn empathy and hone perspective-taking skills when they care for animals.

Climate change is taking a toll on youth mental health. How can school leaders help? Watch our NYSSBA News episode on the recent climate strike here: http://bit.ly/2n7iF2w