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The Intersection of Education, Social Justice, and Mental Health with Dr. Donald Grant

In this episode of Conscious Pathways, I sit down with Dr. Donald Grant, a dedicated psychologist, adjunct professor of psychology, and former middle school science teacher, to discuss his transformative journey from aspiring medical doctor to passionate educator and mental health advocate. Dr. Grant shares his unique path, starting with a bachelor's degree in biology and an internship that reshaped his career aspirations, leading him to discover his love for teaching. Dr. Grant shares his experience as a middle school science teacher, where he recognized the profound needs of his students and the significant impact he could make. This realization inspired him to pursue a career in psychology, emphasizing the importance of staying connected to academia and research to inform his work and engage in informed discussions and interventions. Our conversation explores the critical need for interdisciplinary teams and community-based schools, advocating for the breakdown of silos and the integration of various disciplines to provide holistic support for students. Dr. Grant also highlights existing innovative education models, often limited to those who can afford them, and the imperative to make these models more accessible to all students. We address the funding disparities between different school districts and their impact on educational outcomes, stressing the importance of data-driven decision-making while being mindful of potential biases in data collection and interpretation. Dr. Grant's insights underscore the necessity of reimagining education by leveraging technology to meet individual student needs and involving parents and caregivers in the learning process. In this episode, we explore: ⭐ Internships can provide valuable insights and help rule out career paths that may not be a good fit. ⭐ Teaching can be a rewarding profession, even without prior training or education in the field. ⭐ Recognizing the needs of students and the impact one can make can lead to a desire for further education and specialization ⭐ Staying connected to academia and research can inform and enhance one's work in any field. Interdisciplinary teams and community-based schools are crucial for providing holistic support to students. ⭐ Existing models of innovative education are often only accessible to those who can afford it, and efforts should be made to make these models more affordable and accessible to all students. ⭐ Funding disparities between school districts contribute to educational inequities and need to be addressed. ⭐ Data-driven decision-making is important in education, but it is crucial to critically analyze the data and consider potential biases. ⭐ The conversation highlights the need to reimagine education by utilizing technology to identify and cater to individual student needs, and by involving parents and caregivers in the learning process. Join me for this enlightening conversation with Dr. Donald Grant as we explore the intersection of education, social justice, and the arts, and the steps we can take to create a more equitable and inclusive educational system. 🔗 Connect with Dr. Donald Grant: Website: https://mindfultrainingsolutions.com/ Instagram:   / dr_grant   Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/... 👍 Keep up with Conscious Pathways: Join us for the Uplifted Education Summit! Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uplifted... Subscribe to our YouTube:    / @conscious-pathways   Follow us on Instagram:   / conscious.pathways   Follow us on LinkedIn:   / conscious-pathways-education   Read our blog: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relati... 🚀 Sponsors & Affiliates Support Local Bookstores: https://bookshop.org/shop/conscious Black Girl Vitamins: https://blackgirlvitamins.co/ Use Code UPLIFTED15 to save 10% off your order! ⭐ Support Conscious Pathways: Join Patreon:   / consciouspathways   Donate to Conscious Pathways: https://ko-fi.com/consciouspathways 💜 About Conscious Pathways: Conscious Pathways is the leading education consulting agency dedicated to supporting educators, parents, and supportive adults with the tools to build a brighter future together starting with early childhood. A conscious approach to education views students as active participants in their learning rather than recipients of knowledge. Conscious Pathways is a mindful approach to reimagining education for social equity, justice, and innovation.