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Search-and-rescue crews are racing to find survivors in earthquake-ravaged Venezuela. The BBC reports on how families have joined in to look for their loved ones.Texas is the first state to require Bible readings in public schools. The Houston Chronicle reports that the new standards take effect this fall.World Cup group play is over. Paul Tenorio of The Athletic joins to break down the round of 32.Plus, officials in France reported an additional 1,000 deaths from the deadly heat wave hitting Europe, Iran said it has the right to control the Strait of Hormuz in a challenge to the peace deal with the U.S., and Serena Williams is returning to Wimbledon for the first time since 2022.Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.
Did Americans always send their children to public school? Not even close. In this episode of American History Hotline, Bob calls up historian and author Dixie Dillon Lane to explore the surprising history of education in America. From colonial classrooms and the self-taught education of Abigail Adams to the rise of public schools, compulsory education laws, and the modern homeschooling movement, this conversation reveals how Americans have thought about learning for more than 250 years. Why did reformers like Horace Mann champion public schools? How did immigration, industrialization, the Great Depression, and the Cold War transform education? And why are more families today choosing alternatives to traditional public schools? Dixie's book is Skipping School: A History of American Homeschooling and How It Went MainstreamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Seth shares a thought on the recent Supreme Court ruling on carrying firearms in public, and how it relates to the concept of informed consent. Sarah Mervosh’s New York Times piece “Public School Students May Soon Be Required to Read the Bible.” Audio from Gina Plata-Nino, the Director of SNAP Policy and Advocacy at the Food Research and Action Center, being questioned before the House Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency held a hearing on “Combating Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in SNAP.” We're joined by Shannon Estes, President of CMI Gold & Silver. Mark St. Peter, Owner at Patriot Flip, LLC., joins the Show to share his personal story of how he got into the real estate business and why he decided to start Patriot Flip, a company that offers cash offers, traditional listings, and creative financing options to homeowners. He also talks about the importance of being honest with clients and giving them a personalized service that sets his company apart from others in the industry. Check them out at https://patriotflip.com/.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A new survey shows the vast majority of parents want Bible-based instruction on good morals and solid values taught to their children in public schools — and the schools are listening. LifeWise Academy's CEO Joel Penton says his organization has established in-school Bible courses on instructing children in the moral way to go, and that the demand is only growing.
Randi Weingarten, Why Fascists Fear Teachers, Public Education, and the Future of Democracy, https://bookshop.org/p/books/why-fascists-fear-teachers-public-education-and-the-future-of-democracy-randi-weingarten/86407292f508ba9 19th News, Education Department changes are leaving millions of vulnerable students at risk , https://19thnews.org/2026/06/education-changes-trump-special-ed/ LDF Condemns the U.S. Department of Education's Latest Efforts to Dismantle Agency and Abandon Students' Civil Rights, https://www.naacpldf.org/press-release/ldf-condemns-the-u-s-department-of-educations-latest-efforts-to-dismantle-agency-and-abandon-students-civil-rights/ Randi Weingarten, Devices down, eyes up, hands-on:10 points to boost student learning and success in the AI era, https://www.aft.org/sites/default/files/media/documents/2026/weingarten_npc_speech-may-27-2026.pdf NBC News, Teachers union president calls for limits on AI and screen time in schools, https://www.nbcnews.com/news/education/randi-weingarten-teachers-union-limits-ai-screen-time-school-rcna346871
Join us as our guest John Laurents from the Charlotte Optimist Club share his insights in one of the oldest optimist clubs in North Carolina. He also shares his experiences with the Oratorical Contest, this is one of the largest and is in all the public schools districts in the area.
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This session of the radio show shares my discussion with School Superintendent Lucas Giguere and Operations Director Colin Boisvert. We recorded our conversation in the FPS Central office conference room on Monday, June 15, 2026. Key topicsClosing out the 2025-2026 school yearSchool budget complete, summer work back to ‘normal'Summer projects across the schools to get ready for SeptemberReflections on last summer, plans for summer 2026The recording runs about 35 minutes. Let's listen to our conversation.--------------School budget page - https://www.franklinps.net/documents/about-us/school-district-budget(2)/fy2027-budget/860340 One page summary - https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/Fpsd/2a015b07-c2a9-4913-ab84-2c2b384961b1/FY27-FPS-1-pager-Budget-Request.pdf?disposition=inline Facilities presentation - (add link when available) Community calendar https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar --------------We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.How can you help?If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighborsIf you don't like something here, please let me knowAnd if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We'll share and show you what and how we do what we doThrough this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot comThe music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.I hope you enjoy!------------------You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
Josh Blackman examines the Supreme Court's interpretation of the Establishment Clause and the subsequent removal of religious traditions from public schools. He critiques the "Lemon test" for creating a secular culture through judicial overreach. (13)
Are students being taught how to think, or what to believe? And what happens when God's truth is removed from the classroom? Join us as Eric Hovind sits down with Alex Newman of Liberty Sentinel to expose the growing anti-Christian agenda in government schools. From curriculum shifts to worldview conditioning, we'll uncover how biblical truth is being pushed aside and replaced with ideologies that challenge the very foundation of Scripture. This is not just about education… It's about the hearts and minds of the next generation. Watch this Podcast on Video at: https://creationtoday.org/on-demand-classes/woke-weaponized-exposing-the-programming-in-public-schools-creation-today-show-480/ Join Eric LIVE each Wednesday at 12 Noon CT for conversations with Experts. You can support this podcast by becoming a Creation Today Partner at CreationToday.org/Partner
Lauren Matlach Deputy Director, RI League of Charter Public Schools joins the show to react to Governor Dan McKee's decision to sign a charter school pause.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember a consequential Supreme Court ruling on religion and the Bible in Public Schools. Show Notes: Give to the June 1517 Podcast Network Fundraiser! Learn more about the 1517 Podcast Network Fundraiser 1517 Podcasts 1517 on YouTube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education Germany / Switzerland - Study Tour What's New from 1517: By Water and the Word by Brian Thomas: Being Family by Dr. Scott Keith A Reasoned Defense of the Faith by Adam Francisco Stretched: A Study for Lent and the Entire Christian Life by Dr. Christopher Richmann The Essential Nestingen: Essays on Preaching, Catechism, and the Reformation More from the hosts: Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (outerrimterritories.com).
Public schools are more than buildings. They are places of belonging, where traditions, relationships, and community roots help students feel seen, known, and supported.In this episode, we explore why community connection is not a marketing strategy; it is the heartbeat of public education and a powerful driver of student success.#EducationalLeader,Kim “When students are well led, they learn well.”Website: http://kimdmoore.comBook: http://leadershipchairbook.comLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kimdmooreYouTube: https://youtube.com/@EducationalLeaderThe views shared herein are solely those of Dr. Kim D. Moore and do not necessarily reflect the positions of her employer, the school district, or any local, state, or federal government entity.
In this podcast, Pamela discusses and shares stories of survival from American service men and women.In this episode, Pamela discusses stories about the Meuse-Argonne offensive, which was a major part of the final Allied offensive of World War I that stretched along the entire Western Front. It was fought from September 26, 1918, until the Armistice of November 11, 1918, a total of 47 days. Pamela's paternal great-grandfather served in this battle, which was the largest offensive battle in United States military history, involving 1.2 million American soldiers, sailors and marines.This week, Pamela is reading from, "The Heroes of the Argonne", Chapter 10.http://www.coulthart.com/134/Heroes%20of%20the%20Argonne.pdfwww.Radio.NewHeightsEducation.orgInfo@NewHeightsEducation.orgBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-heights-show-on-education--4114185/support.
Santana Montez and Jesse Ramos with the Floresville Masonic Lodge No. 515 present a Lamar Medal May 21 to Braelynn Brooks, a 7th grader at Floresville ISD. Mirabeau Lamar is considered the Father of Public Schools in Texas and the Lamar Medal is given in his honor annually to a 7th and 8th grader in both the Poth and the Floresville school districts. Braelynn also received a gift card. Article Link
Central Coast teachers and parents want the legislature to restore funding the governor's budget proposal would cut. And, a bill in Sacramento would stop pricing customized to shoppers.
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Martha Smithson, Early Learning Principal with ISD 181, and Jennifer Lindholm, Early Childhood Programs Secretary, join to discuss registration opportunities for preschool and the district's Voluntary Pre-K program. They highlight the benefits of early childhood education, what families can expect from the programs, and important enrollment information for the upcoming school year. Martha and Jennifer also share details on the many summer opportunities available for area children, including camps, classes, enrichment activities, and family programs designed to keep kids learning, exploring, and having fun throughout the summer months.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Becka Thompson — Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board Commissioner, data analytics pro, public policy expert, logic teacher and former City Council candidate joins Kenny and Jay.In this episode, Becka pulls back the curtain on what's really happening inside Minneapolis city government. From the ongoing struggles of Minneapolis Public Schools and the classroom realities families and teachers face every day, to the wins, headaches, and budget battles at the Minneapolis Park Board, she doesn't hold back.She also dives deep into Uptown — the neighborhood's transformation, its challenges, and what it means for the south side — plus her own hard-earned perspective on running for office in one of the most politically charged cities in America.If you're tired of polished soundbites and want the real story from someone who's been in the trenches of Minneapolis politics, this is your episode. Grab your coffee (or something stronger), pull up a chair, and get ready to get crabby with the facts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week, Candi sits down with Noah Coffin, the couragous leader of a Turning Point USA Club America chapter at Albemarle High School about the issues facing Gen-Z. You wont want to miss this exclusive interview.
Public schools provide more than support services. They carry a legal and moral promise to serve every child, regardless of ability, need, or circumstance.In this episode, we explore why IDEA matters, how public schools protect vulnerable learners, and why leaders must tell that story with confidence.#EducationalLeader,Kim “When students are well led, they learn well.”Website: http://kimdmoore.comBook: http://leadershipchairbook.comLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kimdmooreYouTube: https://youtube.com/@EducationalLeaderThe views shared herein are solely those of Dr. Kim D. Moore and do not necessarily reflect the positions of her employer, the school district, or any local, state, or federal government entity.
Tim Goeglein, Sr. of Focus on the Family Why America’s Public Schools Are Closing Their Doors What Really Matters Stumbling Toward Utopia Toward a More Perfect UnionThe post Declining Enrollment in Public Schools – Tim Goeglein, 6/9/26 (1601) first appeared on Issues, Etc..
Guest Jarred Weisfeld, Start Publishing and public school advocate, joins to discuss concerns with safety within public schools across the nation. Discussion of the role of a school resource officer, teachers, and the public school system in general. Are we dropping the ball on the home front? Recap with our trip to New York for the TALKERS Convention 2026. LA continues to count ballots for mayors race, and red flags are popping up. Is it a legitimate process to take weeks to get results, or can we work towards a better system?
The wheels on the bus are about to be parked for a few months, as Watauga County Schools dismiss for summer break. As the Class of 2026 makes their way across the graduation stage, many will take their first steps into workforce pathways that will set them up for decades.On this week's Mind Your Business, we visit with Dr. Leslie Alexander, Superintendent of Watauga County Schools, as she recaps the 2025-26 school year. She'll also give an early snapshot of testing results, discuss impending budget impacts, and share details on the scholastic impact of the Class of '26.We delayed this episode a day because we had some Chamber news to share that we could report until late yesterday. The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce has been selected as one of 11 organizations across the country as a finalist for Chamber of the Year, presented by GrowthZone. We'll tell you how this all came about and what comes next!Mind Your Business is written and produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. This podcast is made possible thanks to the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Catch the show each Thursday afternoon (Friday this week) at 5PM on WATA (1450AM & 96.5FM) in Boone. Support the show
Today, Paul M. Neuberger takes the gloves off and prosecutes the case: Has America been better off since prayer was removed from our public schools?This is a battle few dare to fight. A conversation most podcasts run from. But not here. Paul M. Neuberger throws open the courtroom doors, lays out the evidence, calls out the consequences, and asks the question nobody else will: What happens to a nation that sidelines God for the sake of cultural ease?He's not afraid of the blowback. He welcomes disagreement. He challenges you, executive to executive, father to father, leader to leader—what will YOU do when the faith of a whole generation is put on trial?America doesn't just need better schools. America needs bold faith. Are you ready to pray like the future depends on it?"Trust in the LORD with all your heartand lean not on your own understanding;6 in all your ways submit to him,and he will make your paths straight." -Proverbs 3:5-6. Episode Highlights31:42 - "he evidence suggests that America is experiencing more than a policy crisis, more than an educational crisis, more than a political crisis. We're experiencing a spiritual crisis, a crisis of identity, a crisis of purpose, a crisis of truth, a crisis of meaning.9:25 - A nation can't continuously remove God from public life and expect to flourish spiritually. Eventually, the bill comes due. Eventually, the consequences appear. Eventually, the fruit reveals the condition of the tree.52:15 - Prayer belongs wherever people need wisdom. Prayer belongs wherever people need guidance. Prayer belongs wherever people need hope. Prayer belongs wherever people need truth. And if there's any place in America where those things are desperately needed today, it's in our public school system.Connect with Paul M. NeubergerWebsite
Last Hope of a Dying Republic with Rev. William Cook – Public education in the United States has become ideologically driven and harmful to children's moral, spiritual, and academic development. Newman attributes increased parental concern about public schools in part to experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, which he says exposed families to curriculum content and...
What if the problems in public school weren't accidents? What if low literacy rates, changing math standards, social emotional learning, and ideological curriculum were all part of a plan that started over a hundred years ago?This week Cheryl sits down with Nicki Truesdell — a second generation homeschooler who has been in the homeschool world since 1983 and has been homeschooling her own five kids since the year 2000. Nicki is the author of Anyone Can Homeschool and Home Sweet Homeschool, and runs Knowledge Keeper's Bookstore where she reprints rare out-of-print American history books to get the real story back into people's hands.In this episode they break down three books every parent needs to read:The Underground History of American Education by John Taylor GattoCrimes of the Educators by Alex Newman and Sam BlumenfeldThe Marxification of Education by James LindsayYou'll learn how the American education system was deliberately redesigned in the early 1900s by the Rockefellers, Carnegie, and the Education Trust to produce workers instead of thinkers — and how that agenda is still playing out in classrooms today through critical pedagogy, SEL, Common Core, and lowered test standards.Nicki also shares how she homeschooled as a single mom, why she believes homeschooling is the capitalist form of education, and how homeschool parents are learning the real version of American history right alongside their kids.If you've ever wondered whether pulling your kids out of school was the right call — this episode will remove any doubt.Connect with Nicki -- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nickitruesdell1 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nicki-truesdell-podcast/id1798330030Homeschool 101 https://nickitruesdell.com/homeschool-101/ Homeschool Consultations https://nickitruesdell.com/homeschool-consulting/ Get her books:Anyone Can Homeschool on Amazon, Kindle, and Audible! https://amzn.to/4fnSWs8Home Sweet Homeschool on Amazon and Kindle https://amzn.to/4qY4zMbKnowledge Keepers Bookstore: https://knowledgekeepersbookstore.com/ FARM FOOD FREEDOM Event: https://maxkane.com/eventsResources from Cheryl:
Aaleah McConnell has an intimate look at how the family of Edilberto Espinoza-Sierra is coping with grief and searching for justice, after the 21-year-old was killed by law enforcement in March. Plus, Rachel Keith and Ben Schachtman dig into public school funding, with a look at this year's budget – and some potential issues on the horizon.
If you're wondering how to best educate your child, be sure to listen to this episode! There is no one-size-fits-all approach to education, but there are many more options than you may have realized.
OEA Locals are not one-size-fits all franchises, like chain restaurant locations - Each Local faces unique circumstances, challenges, and opportunities. And, they each have different needs for support from the state organization. That's what OEA President Jeff Wensing has been hearing as he's talked to members across the state during his ongoing listening tour. Now, in this season finale episode, Jeff reflects on some of the common challenges members have shared - especially around state funding - and he shares his thoughts on what we can do right now to meet this moment. One message rises above all: we're stronger together. SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK | If you'd like to share your thoughts on the Public Education Matters podcast, including your ideas for what you'd like to hear on future episodes, please email educationmatters@ohea.org.SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms. Click here for some of those links so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Jeff Wensing, Ohio Education Association PresidentA high school math teacher in Parma City Schools, Jeff Wensing was elected OEA President in 2025 after serving as the Association's vice president for six years. A public education advocate and leader for more than 33 years, Jeff served as President of the Parma Education Association from 2012-2018, and as President of the North Eastern Ohio Education Association (NEOEA) from 2016-2018. He served on OEA's Constitution and Bylaws Committee and President's Cabinet, as Vice Chair of OEA's District Leaders Council, and as a member of the Fiscal Fitness Review Committee and Systemic Practices Committee. As Vice President, Jeff continued to emphasize the importance of organizing members throughout the state.Jeff believes OEA's commitment must be unwavering in protecting, promoting, and strengthening Ohio's public schools. As President, he maintains open and effective communication with the OEA Board and district and local leaders to continue building OEA's collective strength and lead the Association's advocacy for all students and educators and efforts to ensure equity and inclusion.As President, Jeff prioritizes empowering local affiliates, equipping leaders for successful negotiations, expanding and diversifying OEA membership, enhancing political advocacy, safeguarding equitable funding for public schools, opposing unchecked voucher expansion, defending collective bargaining rights, and promoting safe and supportive schools.Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award-winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on May 4, 2026.
What Florida has done is create competition and flexibility which has had the effect of raising the educational bar – which is also why Florida has ranked first or second in pre-K through college education for each of the past three years.
05/26/26: Matt Evans is one of the endorsed Republican candidates for State Legislature running from District 25. He has served on the Walcott Township Board of Supervisors, as the finance deacon for his church, and as the chairman of the North Dakota District 25 Republican Party. He and his wife home-school their four children. Matt also had a 22 year career at Microsoft as a Software Engineer and Engineering Manager. Learn more about Matt and his campaign and views at evans4nd.com. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly News from the Bear Den! segment from Kristen Bawks, Superintendent for St. Joseph Public Schools. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about what's new at St. Joseph Public Schools and what they're celebrating with students, parents, faculty, and the community! For more information, visit: https://www.sjschools.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A school system can survive bad test scores. It cannot survive adults who won't protect children. This conversation asks the hard questions.Watch this episode in studio here: https://youtu.be/dCEyFyHUwq0Episode 113 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Dr. Laura Boulton, veteran educator and child advocate, speaking about alleged corruption, retaliation, and child safety failures connected to the Boise School District.To reference our first conversation with Mrs. Boulton, visit episode #74 here: https://youtu.be/Xk3vWz1R3eEThis conversation dives into the systems parents assume are protecting children — and what happens when accountability breaks down.We discuss:• Boise School District transparency concerns• Child safety and public school accountability• Title IX reporting vs law enforcement reporting• Idaho Code 16-1605 and mandatory reporting within 24 hours• Why “chain of command” can delay urgent action• Retaliation against staff who speak up• Community pressure and institutional denial• Practical steps parents can take if a child hints something is wrongDr. Bolton also shares a simple playbook for parents: how to listen carefully, document timelines, preserve details, and use community accountability when institutions aren't moving fast enough.If you care about public school safety, education reform, child protection, and Boise School District transparency, this conversation will challenge you — and equip you.
Both of us did something a little unusual this month: we both walked away with the MacBook Air M5. Tom grabbed the 15-inch for work, Jeff picked up the Midnight Blue 13-inch — and after a couple weeks of use, we've got a lot to say about battery life, setup philosophy, and one genuinely weird bug.This week we cover:Jeff's "only install what you actually need" setup approach — and why it's working brilliantlyTom's mysterious MacBook Air lockup issue, and the macOS 26.4 bug that turned out to be the culpritJeff's Studio Display needed a reset — turns out it runs a full iOS-based OS, and a simple unplug trick fixes a lotThe Canvas (not Canva!) ransomware hack that hit 9,000+ schools right during finals weekApple shoots a live MLS game entirely on iPhone 17 Pro — sports history, or marketing stunt?Apple Card's "free" AirPods Pro 3 promo: the catch hiding in the fine printKansas City Public Schools replacing 30,000 Windows PCs and Chromebooks with Apple devicesApple Sports app now covers the World CupField Notes Explore America notebooks: Tom has a new problemLinks from the show:Buy Jeff's MacBook Pro M2: https://swappa.com/listing/view/LAFC35203Field Notes Explore America: fieldnotesbrand.com/products/explore-americaApple TV + iPhone 17 Pro MLS broadcast: apple.com/newsroomSign up for Tom's newsletter: tomfanderson.comQuestion or Comment? Send us a Text Message!Contact UsDrop us a line at feedback@basicafshow.comYou'll find Jeff at @reyespoint on Threads and reyespoint.bsky.social on BlueskyFind Tom at @tomanderson on ThreadsJoin Tom's newsletter, Apple Talk, for more Apple coverage and tips & tricks.Tom has a new YouTube channelShow artwork by the great Randall Martin DesignEnjoy Basic AF? Leave a review or rating!Review on Apple PodcastsRate on SpotifyRecommend in OvercastIntro Music: Psychokinetics - The ChosenApple MusicSpotifyTranscripts and some images are AI generated and may contain errors and general silliness.
OEA Locals can amplify the impact of their members' dues dollars through OEA grant programs - especially now, with the new Local Capacity Grants that are available just for completing a Local Capacity Toolkit assessment. The Tallmadge Teachers Association let the needs identified in that self-assessment drive their decisions not only to create a political action committee for their local, but also to create Action Plans to address needs in several other areas. Those Action Plans allowed them to access more Local Capacity Grant funding to support those new projects. TTA leaders join us for this episode to talk about how their Local Capacity and Wellness grants-fueled initiatives have strengthened member, student, and community engagement with their association. GRANT FUNDING IN ACTION | Watch this short video to see photos from a few of the many grant-supported projects the Tallmadge Teachers Association members mention in this episode!CATCH UP | Click here to listen to our conversation with OEA Secretary-Treasurer Rob McFee from earlier this season about the OEA grants that are available and the changes that have been made to make this funding more accessible and impactful for local associations. Your Dues Dollars at Work: What you need to know about OEA's Local Affiliate GrantsJUMP AHEAD | Helpful timecodes to hear about some of Tallmadge TA's initiatives and projects:4:00 - Starting a political action committee, based on needs identified in the Local Capacity Grant toolkit assessment10:00 - Cultural events at the middle and high schools16:00 - Improving association visibility with kindergarten graduation t-shirts19:45 - OEA Wellness Grant-funded Survival Bags21:00 - Bagel-fed and Bracelet-bound, thanks to OEA Wellness Grant funding21:45 - Promoting Leadership with New TeachersLEARN MORE ABOUT THE OEA GRANTS:For more information about the Local Capacity Grant, click here. Additional information can be found on the OEA Grants and Scholarships page, in the bottom right corner.For more information about the OEA Wellness Grants, click here. For details about the Special Projects and Effective Local grants, click here. The application form is available here.Click here to learn more about the OEA Foundation Grants.SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms. Click here for some of those links so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.Featured Public Education Matters guests: Becky Miller, Tallmadge Teachers Association PresidentBecky Miller taught 5 years in Cuyahoga Falls and 30 in Tallmadge, where she is a second grade teacher. She is a past OEA Board member and past NEA Trainer of the Trainers. She currently serves as TTA president, with her term ending June 1st. Audrey Cunert, Tallmadge Teachers AssociationAshley Graham, Tallmadge Teachers Association memberAshley Graham is a School Psychologist who worked for five years in Akron Public Schools before moving to Tallmadge schools four years ago. This year, she has also taken on the responsibility as the coordinator for the English as a Second Language program, though primarily, she still serves as a school psychologist. This is her first year in a leadership position with TTA and she is currently a building rep at Tallmadge Middle School. Lianna Dauberman, Tallmadge Teachers Association Secretary-ElectNow in her 12th year as a school counselor -- all 12 of which have been in a K-5 setting -- Lianna Dauberman has been in Tallmadge schools for eight years now. She has been a building representative for TTA for the elementary for two years. This summer, she will start her new role as TTA Secretary. Brooke Nagy, Tallmadge Teachers AssociationBrooke Nagy is a kindergarten teacher at Tallmadge Elementary School. She has been teaching for 25 years and has been a building rep on Tallmadge Teachers Association for the last 17 years. Jon Bryan, Tallmadge Teachers Association Vice PresidentJon Bryan is currently a fifth-grade teacher in Tallmadge, Ohio, and is finishing his 32nd year in education. He holds his master's in education from Kent State and is a Nationally Board-Certified Teacher. Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award-winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband an...
This Memorial Weekend we open with Robert's tick report, which finds the nation experiencing a surge in tick bites and news that half of deer ticks tested in Sconie carry Lyme disease. After touching on the spectacular crash and burn of the Evers/Vos budget surplus debacle, we dig in with State Representative Christian Phelps, one of the most knowledgeable lawmakers on public education funding. We discuss what he sees as the necessary funding for public schools in the 2027-28 state budget to start fixing the damage done by nearly two decades of under-investment. We debrief the GOP State convention where the party got 100% behind election denier Tom Tiffany and decided it was smart to attack the successful and prosperous state of Minnesota. And more data center backlash, as Milwaukee Common Council votes to ban large data centers and regulate smaller ones, and Wrightsville residents fight potential data centers in their village.
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour by going to a loaded phone lines for some high school football talk. Listeners are fired up on the MIAA and high school recruiting.(9:14) More reaction and vitriol from the callers on the MIAA.(18:58) Is it too soon to call Roman Anthony a bust? The guys discuss.(28:03) Patriots have the hardest opening month schedule in 40 years. The guys give their thoughts on the importance of the Patriots managing the early season gauntlet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly News from the Bear Den! segment from Kristen Bawks, Superintendent for St. Joseph Public Schools. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about what's new at St. Joseph Public Schools and what they're celebrating with students, parents, faculty, and the community! For more information, visit: https://www.sjschools.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Elyse Scheeler spent years inside the public school system as a speech language pathologist. She had a classroom full of kids making real, measurable progress. The district shut it down — not because anything was wrong, but because her program made their compliance numbers look bad.That's when she knew she had to leave.In this episode Elyse pulls back the curtain on what school staff see every single day but aren't allowed to say out loud. She couldn't tell parents what she suspected. She couldn't refer kids to outside specialists. The system had a rule for that too.We also get into the airway health connection to ADHD and behavior that nobody in a school can mention, how COVID masking quietly set back an entire generation of language development, and how Elyse now helps families with kids who have additional needs homeschool successfully — without doing it alone.In this episode:— Why your child's school limits services even when kids need more— The data vs. children problem hiding inside every IEP meeting— Airway health, sleep, and the hidden root causes of ADHD and behavior issues— How COVID masking impacted language development— Using AI to build a custom curriculum for any learning style— How to homeschool a child with additional needsLinks:→ Free 30-Day Homeschool Quick Start Guide→ What Do I Actually Teach? ($17): thehomeschoolhowto.com/what-do-i-actually-teachCONNECT WITH ELYSE
This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.On today's edition of The Briefing, Dr. Mohler discusses the effect of falling birth rates on school closures, and he answers questions about young men and Christianity, Christian children in public schools, pledging allegiance to a country as a Christian, if Christians should encourage moral shame, and God's love within Calvinism.Part I (00:13 – 08:10)Falling Birth Rates and School Closures: The Effects of the Declining Birth Rate in the U.S. are Now Reaching School SystemsU.S. Schools Face a Crisis as the Number of Children Drops by The New York Times (Sarah Mervosh, Francesca Paris, and Claire Cain Miller)Part II (08:10 – 12:41)How Can I Encourage Young Men in My Ministry to Make the Sacrifices Necessary for a Healthy Christian Life? – Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters From Listeners of The BriefingPart III (12:41 – 14:05)My Church Started a Podcast to Answer Questions From Sunday's Sermon, and a Woman is One of the Hosts Along with Pastors. Is That a Problem? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters From Listeners of The BriefingPart IV (14:05 – 18:39)Is It Wrong for Christians to Send Their Children to Public Schools in a Secular Society, Like Northern Ireland? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters From Listeners of The BriefingPart V (18:39 – 21:32)Is It Wrong for Christians to Pledge Allegiance to the American Flag? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters From Listeners of The BriefingPart VI (21:32 – 24:54)Should Christians Encourage Moral Shame? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters From Listeners of The BriefingPart VII (24:54 – 30:28)I'm a 5-Point Calvinist. How Can God Love the Whole World But Condemn People to Hell? — Dr. Mohler Responds to a Letter From a 15-Year-Old Listener of The BriefingSign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.
──────────────────────────────────────── [00:01:50] Trump Admits on Camera: 'I Don't Think About America's Financial Situation — I Only Think About Iran's Nukes' Trump said it himself. Knight plays the 1992-to-2024 clip reel of Netanyahu warning of Iran's imminent bomb — every few years for 34 years, it never arrived. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:04:58] Trump's Board of Peace — Dictator for Life, $10 Billion Seized Without a Congressional Vote Created at Davos via presidential action: Trump is permanent chairman, replaceable only by voluntary resignation or incapacity. Billions redirected without a vote. Patrick Wood: its legal basis is fabricated. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:19:21] China Shipped 5,000 Humanoid Robots in Three Months — US Firm Proposes Embedding Server Clusters Inside Private Homes Agibot shipped 5,000 humanoid robots in three months. To bypass opposition, a US firm proposes embedding AI server nodes in private homes — each drawing the power of 20 full computers. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:29:48] Mark Andreessen Asked AI Not to Hallucinate and Not to Follow Morals or Ethics — The Internet Was Not Kind Andreessen's prompt tells the AI to be a world-class expert, never hallucinate, and ignore ethics. Knight: you can't tell an AI not to hallucinate any more than water not to be wet. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:34:41] AI Chatbots Planned Mass Shootings in Florida, Canada, and South Korea — OpenAI Didn't Tell Police The Tumblr Ridge massacre (7 dead) was planned in ChatGPT conversations flagged by OpenAI's team — who decided not to alert police. Stanford: chatbots are twice as likely to encourage violence as to stop it. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:46:16] Public School Is Working Exactly as Its Utopian Designers Intended — Only 36% of Kids Read at Grade Level Bortins: Horace Mann brought Prussia's school system to the US to destroy religion and private property. Only 36% of kids read at grade level. Knight: that is not failure — it is the design. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:50:54] Trump Didn't End the Department of Education — He Moved Its Laws to Other Departments Rather than repeal the laws, the Trump administration transferred education statutes to Labor and Treasury. Knight: closing the department while keeping every law intact. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:03:30] 73% of Churchgoing Students Who Attend Public School Stop Practicing Christianity Within Two Years of Graduation Barna statistic cited by Classical Conversations CEO Robert Bortins. CC meets weekly in groups of eight to twelve through a biblical worldview, with a K–12 curriculum written by homeschool-graduate parents. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:10:02] The Iron Law of Economics: If the Federal Government Pays for Education, It Controls It — Every Time Bortins: accepting federal money is a collectivist message. Knight: $20,000 per year for 12 years to condition half a generation — that's how contrary to human nature collectivism is. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:24:35] Dan Doyle Interview — Oil Entrepreneur: Venezuela Has Massive Reserves, But Wars for Oil Are Not the Answer Dan Doyle, author of Roughnecks and Riches, built two oil companies through boom-and-bust cycles. Knight: I'm all for oil — just not for wars for oil. ──────────────────────────────────────── Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code “KNIGHT” For high quality made in America products go to HomeSteadProducts.shop and use promo code “Knight” for 10% off your purchases Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show Or you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.
──────────────────────────────────────── [00:01:50] Trump Admits on Camera: 'I Don't Think About America's Financial Situation — I Only Think About Iran's Nukes' Trump said it himself. Knight plays the 1992-to-2024 clip reel of Netanyahu warning of Iran's imminent bomb — every few years for 34 years, it never arrived. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:04:58] Trump's Board of Peace — Dictator for Life, $10 Billion Seized Without a Congressional Vote Created at Davos via presidential action: Trump is permanent chairman, replaceable only by voluntary resignation or incapacity. Billions redirected without a vote. Patrick Wood: its legal basis is fabricated. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:19:21] China Shipped 5,000 Humanoid Robots in Three Months — US Firm Proposes Embedding Server Clusters Inside Private Homes Agibot shipped 5,000 humanoid robots in three months. To bypass opposition, a US firm proposes embedding AI server nodes in private homes — each drawing the power of 20 full computers. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:29:48] Mark Andreessen Asked AI Not to Hallucinate and Not to Follow Morals or Ethics — The Internet Was Not Kind Andreessen's prompt tells the AI to be a world-class expert, never hallucinate, and ignore ethics. Knight: you can't tell an AI not to hallucinate any more than water not to be wet. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:34:41] AI Chatbots Planned Mass Shootings in Florida, Canada, and South Korea — OpenAI Didn't Tell Police The Tumblr Ridge massacre (7 dead) was planned in ChatGPT conversations flagged by OpenAI's team — who decided not to alert police. Stanford: chatbots are twice as likely to encourage violence as to stop it. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:46:16] Public School Is Working Exactly as Its Utopian Designers Intended — Only 36% of Kids Read at Grade Level Bortins: Horace Mann brought Prussia's school system to the US to destroy religion and private property. Only 36% of kids read at grade level. Knight: that is not failure — it is the design. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:50:54] Trump Didn't End the Department of Education — He Moved Its Laws to Other Departments Rather than repeal the laws, the Trump administration transferred education statutes to Labor and Treasury. Knight: closing the department while keeping every law intact. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:03:30] 73% of Churchgoing Students Who Attend Public School Stop Practicing Christianity Within Two Years of Graduation Barna statistic cited by Classical Conversations CEO Robert Bortins. CC meets weekly in groups of eight to twelve through a biblical worldview, with a K–12 curriculum written by homeschool-graduate parents. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:10:02] The Iron Law of Economics: If the Federal Government Pays for Education, It Controls It — Every Time Bortins: accepting federal money is a collectivist message. Knight: $20,000 per year for 12 years to condition half a generation — that's how contrary to human nature collectivism is. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:24:35] Dan Doyle Interview — Oil Entrepreneur: Venezuela Has Massive Reserves, But Wars for Oil Are Not the Answer Dan Doyle, author of Roughnecks and Riches, built two oil companies through boom-and-bust cycles. Knight: I'm all for oil — just not for wars for oil. ──────────────────────────────────────── Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code “KNIGHT” For high quality made in America products go to HomeSteadProducts.shop and use promo code “Knight” for 10% off your purchases Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show Or you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.
Tiffin Columbian High School teacher Chris Monsour is the first person to tell you he never thought he'd be a teacher. Now, 27 years later, he's the Ohio Teacher of the Year. In that role, he has spent the 2025-2026 school year traveling around the state and the country, representing Ohio's public school educators, lifting up the positive stories about the power of our public schools, and sharing his message about the importance of staying the course. He joins us for this episode to catch us up on some of the many things he has done and lessons he has learned during his Ohio Teacher of the Year term so far.STAY THE COURSE | Click here to watch a recent Ohio School Spotlight video with Chris Monsour sharing his story of perseverance and dedication as he continues to push his students and fellow educators to “stay the course” and reach their full potential. Click here to check out other features in OEA's Ohio School Spotlight video library. STRONG UNIONS MAKE STRONG PUBLIC SCHOOLS | As part of OEA's ongoing statewide media campaign, Chris highlighted how his local association, the Tiffin Education Association, has been able to keep class sizes managable so they can individualize instruction and improve student outcomes. Click here to watch that TV commercial, and click here to see all of the other locals' stories that are being shared across the state this year. OHIO SCHOOLS | Chris Monsour was featured as the cover story in the December 2025/January 2026 issue of the Ohio Education Association's Ohio Schools magazine. Click here to read the piece. SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Chris Monsour, Tiffin Education Association member, 2026 Ohio Teacher of the YearChristopher Monsour teaches a variety of advanced science courses, including College Credit Plus (CCP) Environment and Society, CCP Oceanus, CCP Anatomy and Physiology, Honors Biology, and AP Biology at Columbian High School in Tiffin City Schools. Over the years, he has taught six different CCP courses while serving as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Findlay, Heidelberg University, and Terra State Community College.Monsour's 26 years of teaching experience also includes four years as a student study session consultant for AP Biology, ten summers of teaching at the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, where he served as both an instructor and the Academic Dean for Science and Math, and two summers teaching English as a Second Language at Tianjin Normal University in the People's Republic of China.With plans as an undergraduate to pursue a career in environmental biology, Monsour earned his bachelor's degree through Heidelberg University. Since then, he has pursued graduate work in biology, ecology, and inquiry, earning two master's degrees: a Master of Arts in Education from Heidelberg University and a Master of Science from Montana State University. In addition to his education and teaching experience, Chris has participated in numerous global expeditions, both on land and at sea, which enhances his ability to keep students engaged and excited about the sciences. Monsour's dedication to teaching has also earned him the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching and Outstanding Biology Teacher of the Year from the National Association of Biology Teachers.Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on April 8, 2026.
Texas' public school enrollment declined by more than 76,000 students at the beginning of the current school year, according to a new report by the education advocacy group Texas 2036. In other news, a Taylor Sheridan spin-off will impact traffic this week in Southlake; a week after Frisco's mayoral election, the biggest question still hanging over the race is how two municipal outsiders knocked off two former City Council members and claimed the runoff spots; and Anchor Sushi Bar on Royal Lane in Dallas is closing May 31st. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Two Women Inspiring Real Life with Stephanie Coxon and Kathy Anderson-Martin – Administrators and superintendents who abdicate their responsibilities and think the boards work for them; board members who ignore their fiduciary responsibilities in holding paid staff accountable for the finances, outcomes, and policies of the school have turned our schools into expensive social experiments with declining...
OA1256 - Will there ever be a draft again? Who knows. But if there is, what does one have to do to claim "conscientious objector” status? During the Vietnam War, the Supreme Court grappled with how to apply that explicitly religious statutory exemption to people whose modern beliefs don't seem to fit the religious mold that Congress defined in the 40s. Jenessa walks us through the court's mental gymnastics to avoid ever admitting that anyone could be an atheist, and the concurrence that calls it out. Note: The analysis of the Free Exercise Clause in this episode is specific to the time period of these cases. It got more complicated in the 90s (see sources below). United States v. Seeger, 380 U.S. 163 (1965). Welsh v. United States, 398 U.S. 333 (1970). Military Selective Service Act 50 U.S.C.App. § 456(j) Roger M. Sanborn, The Anti-War Movement and the Seeger Decision, 6 Santa Clara Lawyer 230 (1965). Kali Martin, (October 16, 2020), Alternative Service: Conscientious Objectors and Civilian Public Service in World War II, The National WWII Museum. Albert Q. Maisel, (May 6, 1946), Bedlam: Most US Mental Hospitals are a Shame and a Disgrace, Life Magazine at 102-118. Reproduction (without the old-timey ads or graphic photos) Original LIFE publication (CW: Graphic photos of abuse of patients in mental health hospitals) Quaker FAQ. Friends United Meeting. Karlo Broussard, What is a ‘Just War'?, Catholic Answers. Engel v. Vitale, 370 U.S. 421 (1962) 1963: Even facially-neutral generally-applicable laws have to pass strict scrutiny if they burden the free exercise of religion Sherbert v. Verner, 374 U.S. 398 (1963) 1990: Never mind it's rational basis Employment Division v. Smith, 494 U.S. 872 (1990) 1993: Just kidding it's strict scrutiny again Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA) 42 U.S.C. § 2000bb 1997: Just kidding that only applies to the federal government City of Boerne v. Flores, 521 U.S. 507 (1997) 2000: Nope it's strict scrutiny for state and local government again (well… if it relates to land use or prisons) Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) 42 U.S.C. § 2000cc For a summary: Cassandra M. Vogel, An Unveiling: Exploring the Constitutionality of a Ban on Face Coverings in Public Schools, 78 Brook L. Rev. (2013). Check out the OA Linktree for all the places to go and things to do!
Public education used to enjoy strong bipartisan support, but across the country, there's a growing push to offer students alternatives to traditional public schools. The idea behind “school choice” is that competition improves education. President Trump and Republicans have attacked public education for failing students and for being too “woke,” while Democrats who strongly oppose school choice often dismiss valid criticism of public schools.Today on The Sunday Story, NPR education correspondent Cory Turner travels to Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to understand how school choice can change a city's education landscape. Are students better served when schools compete in a free market?You can find more of Cory's reporting from Cedar Rapids here.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy