In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer is joined by Dr. Aimee Snyder to discuss the transformative power of integrating public health programs into school systems. Dr. Snyder shares her journey from being a middle school teacher in coastal Georgia to earning her doctoral degree in Public Health and specializing in school-based prevention and health promotion.
Dr. Snyder provides insights into what it takes to partner effectively with schools, the challenges of working within large educational systems, and how long-standing programs can create meaningful change. The conversation highlights the importance of mental health and behavioral interventions, focusing particularly on addressing youth vaping and other pressing public health issues.
With her extensive background in education and public health—spanning roles at the University of Arizona, Oregon State University, and a local public health department—Dr. Snyder illustrates the value of collaboration between schools, public health departments, and higher education institutions. Together with Aaron, she explores how these partnerships are paving the way for healthier, more resilient school communities.
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This article appears in The Source Weekly December 5, 2024.
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