Inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders to Do Something
From addressing climate change to destigmatizing mental health, young people are stepping up as leaders to create a better world. Our hosts...
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Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast
Sometimes, your child forgets to share the notes from their backpack that tell you everything that’s happening at their school. On Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast, we give you the ins...
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Reimagining What Schools Look Like
It’s time to think creatively about school reform! Co-CEO of Transcend Education Aylon Samouha joined the show to share the latest in school...
Behind the Scenes in the School Cafeteria
How can families partner with schools to ensure their children are enjoying nutritious meals? Our hosts talked with Briana Webster-Campbell,...
Promising Practices in Rural Schools
Innovations in rural schools are paving the way for more successful futures for our youth! Tune in as Michael Gonzalez, executive director o...
Advocating for an Accurate, Well-Rounded Curriculum
How is the political climate shaping the curricula in schools today? From book bans to censorship, our guest Denise Forte, president and CEO...
How Schools Can Challenge All High Achievers
From supplemental instruction to grade skipping, there are options when it comes to challenging our most advanced learners, but these opport...
Preparing Educators to Engage Families
How do teachers find the most effective ways to engage families? Teachers often learn from their colleagues and even their own experiences a...
How to be an Ally to Transgender Youth
As new state and local laws target LGBTQ+ students, what can families do to ensure schools treat all students with care and empathy? Teen tr...
Playground Politics: How Kids Make Friends
Friendships are a cornerstone of childhood, but some kids have an easier time making friends than others. We talked to psychologist, author...
How to Talk with Your Kids About Addiction
Many parents feel unsure when they should start talking to their children about addiction and even more uncertain about what to say. In this...
Raising Children Who Love the Environment
There is so much children can learn from the great outdoors! We spoke with Bianca Myrick, executive director of the Virginia Association of...
Finding the Best Summer Program for Your Child
Choosing a summer program that is fun, educational and affordable is no easy task. Brodrick Clarke, VP of Programs at the National Summer Le...
Social Media 201: Embracing the Digital World
When our kids talk about the latest social media trends, it can feel like they’re speaking a foreign language. Founder and CEO of the Social...
Why Your Child's School Isn't More Diverse
While segregation may seem like a thing of the past, it’s still a major issue affecting our schools today. We spoke with Stefan Lallinger, e...
Your Child’s Career Exploration Starts Now
We often ask kids what they want to be when they grow up, but how often do we help them figure out the answer? We invited Jean Eddy, Executi...
How Policy Shapes Family-School Partnerships
Is your school district prioritizing Family-School Partnerships? The Director of Family-School Partnerships at Colorado Department of Educat...
Speaking Up for Every Child: Tips from a Parent Advocate
What does it mean to be an advocate for all children and how can you jumpstart your own advocacy journey? We discussed the answers to these...
Helping Your Child Through Crises
Since the start of 2020, it feels like we’ve experienced—or witnessed—one crisis after another. How should we talk with our children about t...
Overcoming Math Anxiety
Do you start sweating when your kids ask for help with math homework? Lots of parents struggle with math anxiety—our child’s and our own—but...
An Inside Look at School Ratings
What goes into a school rating? School ratings often leave families feeling confused, wondering what a singular number tells them about the...