Through the Lens: The Teacher

Meet Teacher Rebecca, a Biology and Agriculture teacher at Ngara Girls' High School.

In this episode, Teacher Rebecca shares her perspective on the everyday struggles of students that are often dismissed as misbehavior, poor performance, or lack of discipline, yet may be linked to stress, anxiety, depression, self-harm and other mental health challenges.

She reflects on the importance of equipping teachers with mental health awareness skills, emphasizing that educators are often the first to notice when a student is struggling. By training more teachers to recognize and respond to these challenges, schools can better support students' well-being, improve learning outcomes, and help young people reach their full potential.