08/06/2026
We have been chatting with many educators throughout the summer.
As we are gearing up for the 2026-27 school year, we canโt help but reflect on the patterns in the conversations we have been having and what educators have been noticing.
And we wanted to share with you and get your input as well.
There are a lot of stories arising around students struggling to regulate their emotions more NOW than they were able to 5 years from now.
Some educators have shared it has always been this way.
While others report they have seen a significant increase in frustration, disappointment, reflection, conflict, and overwhelm.
Which we believe is largely due to the lack of tools to move through them.
In the news, we have heard:
-In 2024, more than 8 in 10 public schools reported seeing stunted behavioral and socio-emotional development in students.
-In the 2024 - 2025 school year, 58% of schools reported that more students were seeking mental health support than the year before.
Educators consistently report seeing an increase in stress, anxiety, aggression, distraction, and challenges with socialization and emotional regulation among students
Statistics can tell us a lot, but the first hand account from schools, counselors, educators, and district leaders AKA the people on the ground, tell us the MOST.
And with that being said - we wanted to open up the floor to hear from YOU.
What have you been noticing over the last year? And how has it impacted your school community?
