
K-12 Education: Untangled — Trends, Issues, and Parental Actions for Public Schools
Raising kids can be tough! I know because I’ve been a single mom who raised two kids on my own. And when they get in the K-12 public education system, learning the ins and outs of that system can get you all tangled up, especially when you’re a parent of color. You need to know about the current trends and issues as well as resources necessary to navigate within the system. That’s what the K-12 Education: Untangled podcast is all about — providing you with tools, information and practical actions to help you and your children succeed within the complexities of K-12 public education.
Podcasting since 2022 • 139 episodes
K-12 Education: Untangled — Trends, Issues, and Parental Actions for Public Schools
Latest Episodes
Episode 137: Continuous Improvement in Education: Myth or Reality?
Imagine sending your child to a school that claims to be "continuously improving" year after year, yet educational outcomes continue to decline. Something doesn't add up, right? This episode dives deep into the mechanisms behind sc...
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Episode 136: Balancing the Books and the Brain — Why Student Wellness Matters
The relentless push for academic excellence often comes at a steep price for our children's mental health and overall development. As students progress through middle and high school, the scales increasingly tip toward achievement metrics while...
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Episode 135: Small Actions, Big Results — How to Stay Motivated When Life Gets Overwhelming
Feeling drained by the constant stream of educational changes and mandates? You're not alone. Navigating today's K-12 landscape while supporting your children and maintaining your household can leave even the most dedicated parents feeling over...
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29:41

Episode 134: Homeschooling — The Path to Raising Leaders, Not Just Box-Checkers
Ever wondered if there's a better way to educate your children than traditional schooling? My fascinating conversation with homeschool mentor Kami Wanous reveals why more families across all demographics are choosing to take education into thei...
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Episode 133: Beyond Report Cards — Strengthening the School-Home Connection
What happens when the crucial link between home and school breaks down? The consequences can be devastating for students caught in the middle. Recent data from the 2024 K-12 Family Communication Survey reveals alarming gaps: more than 78% of fa...
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