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Final Wellness Series Speaker Talks about Overcoming Mental Health

Hakeem Rahim Wellness Speaker

Hakeem Rahim, a speaker, poet, and mental health advocate, spoke at both Middle School and Upper School Assembly about his personal journey through mental health challenges as a young college student. With the proper support, Mr. Rahim was not only able to complete his degree at Harvard, but he also went on to earn two master’s degrees at Columbia University. Today, he shares his message with students worldwide: Talking and seeking help when needed is okay. Our challenges do not define us, but they can be clues to our greatest success. Students also enjoyed a mindful sound bath from Director of Orchestra., August Berger.

Rahim is the final speaker in our Wellness Speaker Series for the 2023-2024 school year!