Podcasts about school funding

Episode Summary: In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Amanda Bush, a yoga practitioner in residence with Arts in Medicine at Shands UF Health in Gainesville, Florida. Together, we explore Amanda's vision of bringing yoga and mindfulness practices into middle schools to help students better cope with stress and challenging situations. Drawing on her extensive experience as a middle school educator, Amanda discusses the emotional landscape of adolescence, the potential benefits of integrating yoga and mindfulness into school curriculums, and the obstacles educators face due to underfunding and overburdened staff. The conversation is deeply personal, with both of us sharing our experiences as parents and educators, and it highlights the transformative power of art and movement in healing and supporting young people.Topics Discussed:Amanda's background in yoga, community outreach, and educationThe unique challenges faced by middle schoolers and the lack of coping resourcesHow yoga and mindfulness can provide critical tools for emotional regulationAmanda's experiences implementing yoga and movement workshops for youthBarriers to integrating programs like this into schools, including funding and teacher burnoutThe potential for empowering teachers with mindfulness strategiesPersonal stories of transformation through yoga and meditationAmanda's next steps in making her vision a realityKey Takeaways:Middle schoolers are often in emotional limbo, facing adult-level stress without the necessary toolsMindfulness and movement can help students manage anxiety, increase self-awareness, and improve resilienceMaking these practices part of the school day (not just after school) would increase accessibility and long-term impactTeachers are overwhelmed and underfunded, but can be a powerful ally in supporting student well-being if given the right resourcesAmanda's work is ongoing, and she aims to expand access and education in this vital areaAbout the Guest: Amanda Bush is a yoga practitioner, educator, and community outreach facilitator. She is passionate about integrating yoga and mindfulness into education to support the holistic well-being of young people.Find Amanda:Website: elevatedyogaandwellness.comInstagram: @elevatedyogaandwellness and @amanda.elevated.yogaAbout the Host: Pam Uzzell is the creator and host of Art Heals All Wounds, a podcast spotlighting artists whose work brings healing, understanding, and transformation to individuals and communities.Resources Mentioned:Shands UF Health, Gainesville, FloridaGirls Place (summer camp)Breathe for Change (yoga teacher training program focused on educators)How to Support the Show:Follow Art Heals All Wounds on your favorite podcast appLeave a five-star rating or reviewReach out via arthealsallwoundspodcast.comCredits:Music by Ketsa and Lobo LocoPodcast editing by Iva HristovaThank you for listening! Be sure to connect with Amanda Bush for updates on her journey and the evolution of mindfulness in education. 

On Monday's show: Depending on where you live in Greater Houston, you may be closing in on an election day. We provide a rundown on some of the municipal election decisions being made today in Fort Bend County. And we get an update on Texas public school funding from the Texas Legislature.Also this hour: We discuss “tough on crime” policies that are so tough they've caught just about everyone off guard.Then, do we really need all this smart technology? Just how connected should your fridge really be? We discuss what gadgetry may really go too far and other developments in consumer technology with columnist Dwight Silverman.And Jeff Balke updates us on the Rockets playoff series against the Golden State Warriors and other news in Houston sports.

Here's your local news for Monday, April 21, 2025:We outline the decision in a case challenging the governor's headline-grabbing partial veto,Head downtown for this weekend's buy-in event at the Dane County Farmers Market,Examine the background and politics of SCOTUS' longest-serving justice,Celebrate Belle Case La Follette's birthday,Review two new features,And much more.

Let's talk about a veto and school funding until the year 2425....

AP's Lisa Dwyer reports that a unique veto by Wisconsin's governor is valid.

 Why are so many Indiana teachers, parents, and students gathering at the Statehouse? They're rallying to demand better funding for public schools and to push back against proposed legislation that could shift money to charter schools. Organized by the Indiana State Teachers Association, the event highlighted concerns about inflation outpacing funding increases and a controversial bill that could cut support for schools using virtual days during protests. 

On April 14, Governor Tina Kotek held a press conference to reaffirm her commitment to protecting students from discrimination based on race, national origin, or immigration status in Oregon schools.The point of the announcement was to focus on the implied future threat from President Trump, but discrimination is already occurring in Portland.For the past decade, the Portland Public School district has been providing extra funding to schools in part on the basis of race (2024-2025 Proposed Budget – Volume 2, pp. 4-5). Students who are Black, Hispanic, Native American, or Pacific Islander are automatically characterized as “historically underserved,” which means the schools they attend receive more money. This is true even if their parents are rich and the students themselves are high achievers.For the current school year, the elementary school receiving the most generous funding is Rosa Parks, with $17,891 per student. The school with the least amount of funding is Richmond, at $7,649.At the high school level, Jefferson receives $15,812 per student, while Grant gets $8,109.It's not clear why Portland school parents have been tolerating this for so long. ORS 659.850 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin in any public school, and PPS funding is clearly discriminatory.The Governor should stop grandstanding about President Trump, start enforcing civil rights laws in Portland, and put an end to race-based school funding.

Chad spends the hour discussing two issues he has big issues with: Gov. Walz wanting to pull $109 million from private school funding and President Trump wanting to ship the worst of America's criminals to overseas prisons.

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A train derailed on the southeast side of Indianapolis Sunday night, near the intersection of Southeastern Avenue and Earhart Street. Indiana faces a growing workforce shortage and a need for more skilled talent, according to a new report from Ivy Tech Community College. Property tax relief from Indiana House Republicans now would split local property tax revenue between traditional public school districts and charter schools. Democratic lawmakers say the GOP property tax overhaul plan, unveiled Monday, is not "ready for primetime." Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

04/08/25: Joel Heitkamp is broadcasting from the North Dakota State Capitol to focus on a few bills that aim to put public dollars towards private schools. Dr. Aimee Copas is the Executive Director of the North Dakota Council of Educational Leaders, and talks with Joel about school funding. Learn more about their organization at ndforpublicschools.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.

Charitable tax exemptions and resource advantages of private sector schools make a  mockery of public school funding conditions, The emotional lives of teachers. US- Department of Education laid off one third of its worksforce.Great State School of the Week - St Arnaud's Secondary Collegewww.adogs.info

In this impactful episode of The Learning Can't Wait Podcast, host Hayley Spira-Bauer speaks with education thought leader Jeff Livingston about the urgent challenges shaping the future of learning. From the looming threat to the E-Rate program, which ensures broadband access for schools and libraries, to the broader funding uncertainties that could reshape K-12 education, Jeff offers a passionate and thought-provoking perspective on what's at stake. Drawing from his personal experience growing up in rural South Carolina, Jeff highlights how digital equity, school funding structures, and policy decisions impact students—particularly those in underserved communities. He and Hayley also explore the resilience of rural America, the importance of advocacy, and the critical need for educators, parents, and policymakers to take action before it's too late. As education faces a potential crisis of access and stability, this conversation serves as a call to action for anyone invested in the future of our schools.

In this episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts Alisha Searcy and U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng interview Dr. James Lynn Woodworth, research fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University and former commissioner of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). Dr. Woodworth discusses the role of data in shaping K-12 education policy. He explores the impact of assessments like NAEP, PISA, and TIMSS on global education trends, the challenges of declining U.S. student performance, and the uncertain effectiveness of federal K-12 spending. Dr. Woodworth also shares insights from his work at the Center for Research on Educational Outcomes (CREDO) on charter school results and the importance of data-driven policymaking in urban school districts. Finally, he highlights key education research priorities at Hoover and strategies for addressing achievement gaps nationwide.

Gov. Greg Gianforte Tuesday signed a bill intended to help the state's public schools recover money lost to inflation.

Superintendent PJ Caposey returns to The Learning Can't Wait podcast for a fast-paced, eye-opening mini series episode about the complex—and often misunderstood—realities of school funding. In this episode, PJ and host Hayley Spira-Bauer dive into how districts are creatively generating revenue, the lasting impacts (and limitations) of ESSER spending, and what really delivered ROI during the pandemic. PJ also sounds the alarm on a looming superintendent shortage and breaks down why top district leaders may see a surge in salaries—even as schools face painful budget cuts. From rural education challenges to the political and financial pressures shaping public schools today, this episode is packed with insight, candor, and practical wisdom from a nationally recognized education leader.

We discuss the debates surrounding the fairness of Ohio's "Fair School Funding Plan."

We discuss the debates surrounding the fairness of Ohio's "Fair School Funding Plan."

President Trump shuts down the Department of Education, leaving federal funding for schools in limbo. A judge demands answers from the Trump administration after Venezuelan migrants were deported despite a court order. And, Maryland failed to inspect the Francis Scott Key Bridge before its collapse last year, raising concerns about other bridges nationwide. Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Nicole Cohen, Anna Yukhananov, Luis Clemens, Alice Woelfle and Mohamad ElBardicy.It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from Simon-Laslo Janssen, and our technical director is Stacey Abbott.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

In this episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng and Alisha Searcy interview Robert Enlow, president and CEO of EdChoice. Mr. Enlow discusses his decades of leadership in school choice advocacy, from his early work with the Milton and Rose Friedman Foundation to spearheading policy reforms nationwide. He examines the persistent stagnation in U.S. K-12 education despite massive funding and highlights the rapid expansion of charter schools and education savings accounts (ESAs). Enlow also reflects on the legal victories school choice achieved in the U.S. Supreme Court's Espinoza and Carson rulings, the rise of microschools and homeschooling post-COVID, and the evolving coalitions shaping school choice. Additionally, he previews upcoming legal and political battles as opponents push back against further reforms.

Carmel Clay Schools is apologizing for antisemitic language that appeared in a display as part of an international festival earlier this month. Music teachers, lawmakers and education advocates put on a show at the Indiana Statehouse Monday afternoon in support of public school funding. A new program is working to make Central Indiana a popular home base for remote workers. A new initiative aims to expand mental health crisis response teams throughout the state. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

President Donald Trump signed a short-term spending bill over the weekend. It prevented a government shutdown and outlined where federal funds will go over the next six months. But it does not include money that rural schools have historically used to stay afloat. Also, Shasta County supervisors joined the Freedom Foundation in a lawsuit against a state agency. They claim California statutes violate their free speech rights, and a homeless aid group has created a fund to push back against anti-homeless laws and policies at the federal, state, and local level.

It appears we are not headed towards a government shutdown. According to Washington Superintendent Chris Reykdal, funding for schools have seen a sharp decline. // Tonight SpaceX will attempt to rescue the astronauts that have been stuck in space since last June. // A beloved seal at the Seattle aquarium died at the age of 39.

Critics say a House bill proposing .5 billion in new funding for public education doesn't go far enough, The Dallas Morning News reported. House Bill 2 would raise the per-student allotment by 0, to ,360 a year. It would also invest 0 million in teacher pay and 0 million in teacher training. The bill by Rep. Brad Buckley, R-Salado, would increase the amount of allotment used to raise salaries for non-administrative staff from the current 30 percent to 40 percent. Some testifying against the bill said the proposed raises for teachers is inadequate. The basic allotment would need to increase...Article Link

On today's Labor Radio Podcast Daily: Wisconsin teachers & allies rally, reports Madison Labor Radio; Luddites smash “labor saving” machines; Evan Esar quote @wpfwdc @AFLCIO #1u #UnionStrong #LaborRadioPod Proud founding member of the Labor Radio Podcast Network

The next installment of our segment called The Checkup looks into the future of AI in health care. Students, parents and educators waited hours to tell lawmakers whether they want traditional school districts to share money with charter schools. The Indianapolis-based Lumina Foundation is setting a new goal to increase the number of people with education and training beyond high school. The Trump administration proposed a list of federal property to be closed or sold, including three in Indiana. Improvements at multiple Indy Parks are underway. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

The Public Education Funding Commission meets again on Monday to continue its work to deliver a more equitable state education funding formula.The Commission is expected to consider multiple models for a new formula as it moves forward this year. Gov. Matt Meyer is pushing for quick movement on this effort and has championed replacing the current unit count system, which he has characterized as very outdated.This week, Delaware Public Media's Tom Byrne sat down with Meyer's Dept. of Education Secretary Cindy Marten to discuss where she and the Meyer Administration stand on this process and the future of education funding in the First State.

The state provides funding to school districts for adult students earning a high school diploma through a virtual program. KSDE established a process for districts to submit adult virtual student credits for funding. We reviewed about 5,900 credits that 9 school districts submitted for funding across 2 years to determine if those credits complied with state statute. Nearly all (99%) the credits the districts submitted appeared to comply with the criteria set in state law, but there were a few exceptions. In total, districts submitted about 55 credits (out of nearly 5,900) that did not comply with statute.KSDE audits the credits that districts submit for adult virtual school funding each year. For half of the districts we reviewed, KSDE did not approve the number of adult virtual credits that were statutorily compliant. KSDE lacked adequate written policies and procedures to help auditors review adult virtual school credits consistently. The department does not consistently follow some of the written policies they do have. The department also lacks written policies for some important audit best practices such as policies to require supervisory review of audit work.The Central Plains school district raised concerns with the results of KSDE's audit of the adult virtual credits they submitted for the 2021-22 school year. We noted a couple problems with how Central Plains creates and monitors transcripts that contributed to some of the issues with the district's audit. Based on our review of Central Plains 2021-22 credits, we determined there were about 500 credits that appeared statutorily compliant that the department did not fund. The difference in our results and the department's is largely because we took different approaches. 

A federal judge backs a union lawsuit for now and issues a temporary restraining order halting a Trump-Musk order to fire about 200,000 US government workers, people march on US Senator Ron Johnson's Madison office to protest Medicaid cuts, Wisconsin teachers and public school advocates rally at the state capitol to demand that state legislators fund education, an early childhood education worker talks about the effects of a funding freeze on Head Start programs, the Oregon Nurses Association has a new contract after settling its statewide strike on Providence Health, and East Coast longshore workers represented by the International Longshoremen's Association hear from their president about their new contract. THIS IS A WORT-FM PLEDGE WEEK EDITION.

Today we'll cover the headlines from around the state. Including the huge push by the House Majority to get this massive school funding bill across the finish line...only to be vetoed by the Governor. What's the endgame? We'll discuss.

On Monday's show: The Texas House has its own version of a school vouchers bill that would tie the value of education savings accounts to public school funding. We learn how it would work differently than a plan in the Senate and how the two houses might work out conflicts between them.Also this hour: Three years into Russia's invasion of Ukraine, how does it all end, and what does it mean for Houstonians? We ask a pair of local foreign policy experts.Then, Apple has announced plans to build an AI server manufacturing facility here in Houston. Columnist Dwight Silverman explains what the facility will be doing and updates us on other developments in consumer technology.And the Astros got their first look at the automated ball/strike system as Major League Baseball tests out a new challenging system in spring training. Jeff Balke lets us know how it went.

The NFL Scouting Combine returns to Indianapolis this week for the 38th consecutive year. Indiana Republican lawmakers last week moved closer to rewriting how charter schools are funded. The Indianapolis Housing Agency has been mired in mismanagement-related controversy for years, resulting in a federal takeover in 2024. A Marion County judge blocked the Indiana Department of Health from publicly releasing abortion records. Indianapolis Animal Care Services continues to struggle with ongoing changes and current leadership. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

Louisiana has spent half a billion dollars on school vouchers since 2012...but students who receive them often fare worse on state tests than public school students. We'll take a deep dive on the issue

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Louisiana has spent half a billion dollars on school vouchers since 2012...but students who receive them often fare worse on state tests than public school students. We take a deep dive with both sides of the issue

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This week's episode of bigcitysmalltown dives into the urgent conversation surrounding public school funding in Texas. With schools in the San Antonio region reaching a financial breaking point, business leaders are stepping in to advocate for change. Host Bob Rivard is joined by Mario Barrera, a San Antonio attorney and former chairman of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, and Luis Rodriguez, president and CEO of the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Together, they break down what's at stake for public education in San Antonio as the Texas Legislature debates funding priorities this session. They discuss: Why Texas ranks among the worst states for public school funding The role of the business community in pushing for increased education investment The ongoing battle over school vouchers and their impact on public districts How funding decisions today will shape San Antonio's future workforce With billions of dollars in state surplus funds available, will Texas lawmakers prioritize the needs of students, teachers, and local districts? Tune in for an essential discussion on the future of public education in San Antonio and beyond. -- --  ✉️ Subscribe to Bob's Newsletter

In this episode of Leading the Way, we sit down with OSBA Legislative ConsultantMalania Birney to break down Gov.Mike DeWine's final two-year budget and what it means for K-12 education. School board members and education leaders won't want to miss this critical discussion on the budget process, key funding changes and legislative updates shaping the future of public education. This episode is sponsored by Pappas & Associates—Shaping Policy with Integrity.

Nebraska's state aid to schools would increase modestly, with perhaps bigger changes later, under a proposal heard by the Education Committee Monday.

9:00-10:00Sen. Scott BeckFoundation Formula and school funding plan from the administration.10:00 to 11:00Senator Tanya Vyhovsky Public education and affordability

The Nebraska State Education Association, which is the teacher's union, wants state lawmakers to make “major movements” this legislative session to tackle the teacher shortage.

What’s Trending: Education leaders and parents are urging the State to address the school funding crisis, but who put them in this spot in the first place? A 51 year old man is recovering after being attacked with a sword in the CID. Democrats are trying to blame the LA fires on climate change, but are quickly being exposed for their incompetence in how they’ve handled the situation. // Big Local: A man released from jail allegedly beat a Tacoma man to death with an air compressor on the day of his release. A small business in Lakewood was broken into for the second time in the past six months. And an Olympia father hopes his son’s overdose will serve as a cautionary tale for other parents. // You Pick the Topic: Jason goes through the newest products from CES 2025 and the lineup for Emerald City Comic Con 2025.

With school districts across Washington facing severe budget shortfalls, we explore solutions through the People's Big 5 initiative. Education activist Oliver Miska, joined by UW researchers Dr. David S. Knight and Kendall Fujioka, break down why Washington's school funding system remains broken and how combining funding reform with progressive revenue could fix it. Learn why changing both how we raise money for schools and how we distribute it is crucial for creating an equitable education system that works for all students.Each person's opinions are their own. See our Show Notes.Support the showContact us at hello@rainydayrecess.org.Rainy Day Recess music by Lester Mayo, logo by Cheryl Jenrow.

Bridgeport's acting superintendent of schools and the board of education chair will be in Hartford tomorrow to talk with lawmakers about the nearly $39-million-dollar deficit the district is now facing. Questions about whether the state should take over the finances of the district are now on the table. We asked Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim about this. Image Credit: Getty Images

Dec. 13, 2024 - Brian Fessler, of the New York State School Boards Association, and Bob Lowry, of the New York State Council of School Superintendents, think the Rockefeller Institute made some good first steps with their review of education funding distribution in New York and are waiting to see how policymakers use their state-commissioned report.

Jamie Krasnov is the CEO of Apex Leadership. Apex addresses a major problem in U.S. schools by streamlining fundraising efforts. With about 150,000 schools across the country, including 80,000 elementary schools, most rely on community-driven fundraising to supplement limited government funding. He emphasizes a focused approach to business by investing all of his energy into a single venture rather than diversifying. He highlights the importance of not just financial returns but also creating meaningful opportunities, particularly by empowering entrepreneurs through franchising.Jamie explains how the franchise program involves sending field staff to schools for two weeks to teach kids fitness and leadership through daily lessons, culminating in a fun run. Leveraging advanced technology, the program significantly boosts school fundraising efforts, often increasing amounts by 10x, with some schools raising up to $200,000. The model provides sustainable profits for franchisees, with 80-90% of schools returning to participate. Jamie describes a 3-to-5-week, 6-step process for evaluating candidates for Apex. The focus is on understanding their "why," their values, and cultural fit, rather than just their skills. The process includes conversations with the internal team, franchisees, and the brand leader to ensure mutual alignment. If both parties are a good fit, candidates are invited to a discovery day to finalize the experience.Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with our latest episodes. Hit the bell icon to get notifications every time we upload a new podcast!*This video is sponsored by SEOSambaCheck out the video podcast on my Youtube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe!Link to Free Assessment: https://www.zorakle.net/assessment/welcome/ionfranchisingLink to Website: eyeonfranchising.comLink to Youtube: https://youtu.be/dKCZSRm6gZc?si=D48EANvqhSpyqsE

The annual Veterans Day parade kicked off in Indianapolis Monday, with dozens of groups marching in the event. A road revitalization project on Indianapolis' west side is finally complete. Changes to Indiana's tax code next year will likely have significant impacts on school funding across the state. Donald Trump has promised to rescind any unspent dollars from the Inflation Reduction Act, which funds everything from energy efficiency upgrades to homes to green manufacturing. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. Today's episode of WFYI News Now was produced by Drew Daudelin and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.