May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and on this episode of The Planning Period, we’re slowing things down to talk about what really matters: the mental health of our students and our educators. Students show up carrying far more than backpacks—stress, pressure, uncertainty, and emotions they may not yet have the words for. And teachers are carrying a lot too. In this episode, we explore practical, classroom‑ready ways to create space for emotional well-being without adding more to your plate.