SparkEd

In a year that seemed like it would never end, covering everything from pandemics to human rights marches, the SparkEd team takes a look at what moments in education didn't receive as much coverage as some moments did (we're looking at you murder hornets).

As schools in the United States slowly begin to choose to begin "blending" learning or completely virtual programs for students, SparkEd's Jesslyn evaluates the concerns from teachers, parents and students.

55 years ago, the Voting Rights Act was passed. This was meant to make discriminatory voting practices illegal - yet, the struggle for racial equality and justice continues today, and continues to disproportionately affect people of color. This week on the SparkEd podcast, we talk to some of the most impassioned and diverse first-time voters that will be turning this November: Gen Z.

We all make choices every day, from minuscule forgettable choices to life altering ones. It begs the question, do we all have the same kinds of choices? When we debate school choice, what do we really mean? Which side should you be on? And most importantly, which side is the best for all children? SparkEd into action? Research your local school board elections: which candidates are seeing the big picture, and which are utilizing a single story?

On the inaugural episode of SparkEd, we know a spot. What if memes are the primary way we get information from the internet? What does Mufasa have to do with performativity? Are we at risk of scrolling past the moment? Are we really allies, or do we just play one on social media?SparkEd into action? Sign the petition for Justice for Breonna Taylor.