Voices in Education: High Anxiety

Uncertainty might create a sense of discomfort in most people. For many students, however, uncertainties are creating an anxiety loop that feeds on itself. In this episode, Abounding Circles founder Sarah Snyder (LCSW) shares why students today have more and more uncertainty in their daily lives (Covid, social media, bullying) and how it leads kids to live in a constant state of alert. Sarah shares how things like coaching, wellness circles, and even yoga can help keep students grounded and their nervous systems calmer.

Casey Agena, Ed.D., is a father, teacher, education consultant, technologist and former colleague at the school where I worked for 12 years. A highly creative educator, Casey can always be relied on to come up with a new approach to any challenge. He's at his best when he's collaborating and sharing ideas with others who are passionate about education. Casey earned his bachelor of arts in education from Purdue University, his master's in education administration from Boston College, and his doctorate in education leadership from the University of Southern California.