LISTENER'S NOTE: THIS EPISODE INCLUDES EXPLICIT CONTENT

Episodic Synopsis

In this poignant episode of Classroom Narratives: Healing in Education, Joey Weisler interviews Paula Reed, a veteran educator from Columbine High School. Paula shares her experiences from over 32 years in teaching, especially navigating the challenges post-tragedy. Delving into her journey of resilience and advocacy for trauma-informed education, Paula reflects on the literature she uses to facilitate healing in the classroom, like The Catcher in the Rye, The Scarlet Letter, and Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson. They also discuss impactful texts like The Hate U Give, The Giver, Push, and Maus, highlighting how stories can guide students through trauma. Together, Joey and Pau ...