134: The Best of 2023

Dec 27, 2023

In 2023, Kevin P. Chavous had the privilege to speak with experts, school leaders, teachers, parents, and students about the most pressing issues in education today. The show explored what the future of education could hold and how we can encourage lifelong learning in all students. 

To celebrate the end 2023, here are...

133: How can we create a sense of belonging for all students? with Ramon Stephens

Dec 20, 2023

A Rutgers researcher recently found that having a strong sense of belonging at school could mitigate suicidal tendencies among Black students. In fact, the research showed that as Black adolescents’ sense of belonging decreased, their risk for suicidal ideation and attempts increased by as much as 35%. 

What does it...

132. Is college the right path for every student? with Speaker, Best-selling author, and Forbes contributor Mark Perna

Dec 13, 2023

For the past few decades, there’s been a large push for students to enroll in a four-year university immediately after high school.

But according to a recent survey, almost 70 percent of parents would support their children entering the workforce right after high school.

What’s causing parents to accept and seek...

131. How can teachers maintain their passion for the profession? with 2023 National Teacher of the Year Rebecka Peterson

Dec 6, 2023

Teachers are leaving the profession in droves amid rising school violence, controversies, and burnout.

In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly half of public education employees leaving the profession are not retiring or being laid off—they are resigning. This trend is worsening the already...