Jenny Anderson and Rebecca Winthrop in Conversation with Andrew Ross Sorkin: The Disengaged Teen

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Join us for an urgent and illuminating conversation with award-winning journalist Jenny Anderson and Brookings Institution global education expert Rebecca Winthrop as they discuss the apathy crisis in American teenagers — and their groundbreaking new book, The Disengaged Teen: Helping Kids Learn Better, Feel Better, and Live Better — with New York Times columnist Andrew Ross Sorkin. 

Adolescents are hardwired to explore, grow, and learn. But a shocking majority of teens are disengaged from school, paradoxically bored and overwhelmed. And it’s feeding an alarming mental health epidemic among American teens. How do we reach them?

Drawing on extensive research and hundreds of interviews with teenagers, parents, and educators worldwide, Anderson and Winthrop reveal how the intersection of technology and systemic pressure has created a perfect storm affecting young people's ability to focus, learn, and thrive. In a special conversation, hear how their evidence-based strategies can help teenagers reconnect with their natural curiosity and drive for learning, building the resilience they need to navigate an increasingly complex world. How can parents and educators support academic success and emotional well-being? Don’t miss this crucial conversation on how we can raise a new generation of bright, enthusiastic, lifelong learners.