Teachers are the heartbeat of classrooms - but they deal with a number of stressors on a daily basis, which can lead to burnout. So how can we ensure that educators are physically and mentally healthy? Heather Miller and Rebekah Enzler with School Care Team, a non-profit that specializes in this work, join the podcast to share their thoughts on teacher well-being practices and supports.

How are communities, schools, and businesses reshaping partnerships amidst an ever-changing education landscape? We'll hear from Lauren Hall Riggins, a director at Empower Schools, and Dr. Byron Ernest, a member of the Indiana State Board of Education, about how rural communities are working together to create innovative pathways for students to succeed.

Cell phone bans in schools are growing across the United States, as educators and policy makers hope to improve student performance and well-being. But are the bans achieving their goals?

High school principals Justin Zobrosky and Lindsay Gorham-Pflug join the podcast to talk about their experiences implementing cell phone bans in their schools.

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