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Teachable Moments: Spring fever

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For South Carolina Public Radio, I’m Dr. Rénard Harris from the College of Charleston. This is Teachable Moments, a minute of education for students and parents.    

Spring arrives with longer days, warmer weather, and something schools know well: spring fever. Students get restless and teachers can feel like they’re sprinting to the finish.
The solution is not more pressure. It’s a smarter rhythm.

In classrooms, keep routines tight, add short breaks, and build lessons that are hands on and collaborative, so energy has somewhere to go.

At home, parents can help kids re-set with making sure kids are getting a good night’s sleep, eating well and getting enough activity. Spring fever is contagious, but it can be managed with structure so students can finish the school year strong.

For the College of Charleston, I’m Dr. Rénard Harris.

Rénard Harris is an Associate Professor of Management in the School of Business at the College of Charleston (2022-present). He teaches courses in Leadership and courses in Managing Diversity. His leadership course focuses on the dynamics of effective leadership, positive influence, and clear vision. His Managing Diversity course focuses on exploring culture, experiences, and identity as asset and resource of those less heard and less seen.