A Panel Discussion
GETTING SCHOOL RIGHT: Helping Kids Stay Healthy, Happy, and Engaged

Today’s students face an unprecedented crisis in mental and physical health  In younger children, frequent over-scheduling leaves little time for developmentally vital, unstructured play. In teens, intense academic expectations and widespread anxiety about school performance have been linked to increased cheating, a decline in engaged learning and a host of stress-related physical and emotional problems.  This high-stakes, high-pressure culture all too often saps health, happiness and joy from what should be the most carefree time of life.

Common Ground proudly presents a panel of leading child advocates currently working to address this crisis.  Each brings a unique perspective to this special one-night-only event, offering parents essential strategies to help kids stay healthy, happy and engaged. 

Event Summary
David Elkind handout
Brad Sachs handout
Denise Pope handout