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In this special episode, Kevin P. Chavous reflects on an extraordinary year for What I Want to Know. In 2024, the show explored some of the most vital conversations in education, from school safety and supporting students through tragedy, to the power of literacy and the future of school choice. They examined violence prevention, celebrated Hispanic heritage in classrooms, and uncovered how play and sports can help children heal and grow.
Kevin also revisits the exploration of new opportunities in charter schools, offering a collection of highlights and powerful moments from the year.
Listen to some of the most impactful conversations on topics that matter in education, including:
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In this episode, we explore how online education is transforming lives for students facing housing insecurity. Host Kevin P. Chavous sits down with Alanna Vickers, a remarkable recent graduate of the Digital Academy of Florida, who turned her challenging circumstances into a story of triumph. Among the 1.2 million students in U.S. schools experiencing housing instability, Alanna's journey stands out as a testament to perseverance and the power of alternative education paths. Despite facing years without stable housing and having to restart her 10th-grade year, Alanna not only completed high school but is now pursuing her dream of becoming a pediatrician.
00:00 Introduction
04:20 Finding a New Path Through Online Education
09:16 The Virtual School Experience
12:48 Graduation and Future Dreams
14:41 Final Thoughts and Advice
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Our accredited program offers engaging classes that support learners of all levels, including advanced students and those with special needs. Experience more family time, engaging class connects, and the opportunity for your child to thrive academically.
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Remember when a classroom meant four walls, a blackboard, and rows of desks? Not anymore. With online schools growing by over 30% in recent years, virtual education is reshaping learning for millions of students worldwide.
How is online learning and AI transforming student learning? How can teachers prepare for the virtual landscape? And what does the future of online education hold?
In this episode, Niyoka McCoy joins Kevin to walk us through how education is evolving and what this transformation means for students, teachers, and families everywhere.
Episode Chapters with Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
1:25 Meet Niyoka McCoy
3:07 Transitioning to Virtual Learning
5:15 AI and Personalized Learning
7:50 Teacher Preparation for a Digital Era
10:12 Responsible AI Use
12:34 Looking Ahead
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In today's rapidly changing educational landscape, how do we transform our schools to truly prepare students for the future? And what role does technology play in bridging educational gaps? In an era of increasing polarization, one education reformer offers insights on bringing innovation to America's classrooms.
Joining Kevin P. Chavous today is Michelle Rhee, former Chancellor of Washington D.C. Public Schools and a prominent voice in education reform. Through her current work with Equal Opportunity Ventures, she's helping identify and support innovative solutions that can transform education and promote social mobility.
Michelle shares her journey from privileged schooling to becoming an education reform advocate, discussing the challenges of implementing systemic change and her renewed optimism about technology's role in reshaping education.
Key Topics:
00:00: Introduction and Michelle Rhee's background
02:33: Early motivations for entering education reform
04:05: Experience as D.C. Schools Chancellor
06:30: Lessons learned in education leadership
09:10: Current work with Equal Opportunity Ventures
11:45: Technology's role in educational innovation
13:20: Bridging political divides in education reform
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In our digital age, how do we prepare students for the ever-evolving workplace of tomorrow? And how do we turn virtual classrooms into spaces of real skill development and career readiness? In a world where screens often isolate, one educator has found a way to use them to connect students with their future.
Joining Kevin P. Chavous today is Laura Massey, the student career coaching manager at K12. She's revolutionizing online education by transforming virtual classrooms into dynamic spaces for career preparation and teaching essential 'durable skills' that employers value most.
Laura is here to share how she creates a vibrant, skill-rich environment in the digital world, fostering confidence, adaptability, and a deep appreciation for the competencies needed in tomorrow's workplace.
Key Topics:
00:00: Introduction and Laura Massey's background in education
02:28: The transition from communications to education
04:00: Challenges and opportunities in online education
06:30: Developing durable skills for future employment
09:00: Addressing socialization challenges in online learning
13:00: Balancing Gen Z's unique approach to work and education
14:28: How online education prepares students for the digital workplace
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As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the rich histories and contributions of Hispanic Americans. But in our digital age, how do we make these celebrations truly meaningful? And how do we turn virtual classrooms into spaces of real cultural exchange? In a world where screens often divide us, one teacher has found a way to use them to unite cultures and ignite understanding.
Joining Kevin P. Chavous today is Paola Stauffer, a high school Spanish teacher at Florida Cyber Charter Academy. She's transforming online education by turning a bedroom in her home into an interactive cultural exhibit and using family recipes to engage students and their families.
Paola is here to share how she creates a vibrant, culturally rich environment in the digital world, fostering empathy, connection, and a deep appreciation for diverse heritage.
Key Topics:
00:00: Introduction: Hispanic Heritage Month and virtual education
03:15: From Colombia to the US: Paola's teaching journey
06:30: Innovating online Spanish education
09:45: The virtual museum: Bringing culture to life
13:00: Building belonging in diverse digital classrooms
16:15: Storytelling as a language learning tool
19:30: Top resources for world language teachers
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In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Kevin P. Chavous explores critical issues facing Hispanic and Latino students in America's education system. This special episode features insights from Thomas A. Saenz and Amalia Chamorro on supporting this growing demographic and ensuring equitable opportunities for success.
Key Topics:
00:00 - Introduction to the growing Hispanic and Latino student population
05:00 - Demographic shifts in Latino population distribution across the US
10:00 - Educational inequities exacerbated by the pandemic
15:00 - Fostering cultural acceptance and dispelling demographic fears
20:00 - Confronting challenges in equitable funding and resource allocation
25:00 - Enhancing teacher preparedness for English language learners
30:00 - Rethinking standardized testing and native language assessments
35:00 - Concluding insights on investing in Latino students' education
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In today's rapidly evolving world, where virtual education is more prominent than ever, we're witnessing a new generation of students preparing for careers, and launching them before they've even graduated.
How exactly are virtual classrooms transforming into launch pads for the next generation of entrepreneurs?
Today, Kevin P. Chavous interviews Alexa Curtis, a prime example of youth success in the digital age. From starting a fashion blog at 12 to becoming a mental health advocate, Disney host, and serial entrepreneur, Alexa has turned online opportunities into tangible success. She discusses the link between online education and entrepreneurial achievement and shows us just how far today's students can go..
Main topics discussed:
00:00 - Introduction 01:23 - Alexa Curtis's journey from fashion blogger to entrepreneur 02:00 - How bullying led Alexa to start blogging at age 12 03:30 - Transition to online schooling and its impact on entrepreneurial pursuits 05:30 - How online education enabled creative outlets and website development 09:00 - Time management skills developed through online learning 14:30 - Important skills for students to develop in the digital age, especially for entrepreneurs 17:00 - Addressing parent questions about online schoolsâ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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In this special back-to-school compilation episode, host Kevin P. Chavous presents a curated selection of expert advice from "What I Want to Know." This episode is designed to help parents and students prepare for a successful school year, featuring insights from education experts, industry leaders, and innovative educators.
0:00 Introduction 0:37 Making Science Fun with Dr. Kate Biberdorf 2:39 Incorporating Mindfulness in the Classroom with Lynda Ryden 4:20 Preparing Students for the Future Workforce with Kathleen St. Louis Caliento 5:52 Empowering Children Through Storytelling with Jesse Byrdâ-----------------------------------------------
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Accredited program offering engaging classes for all learner levels, including advanced students and those with special needs
More family time and engaging class connects
Opportunity for your child to thrive academically
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 9% of total employment in the U.S. is within the healthcare industry, with about 1.8 million job openings projected each year. This episode explores the benefits of healthcare careers, how students can gain experience while in school, and the opportunities available in this rapidly growing field.
Dr. Sherri Wilson, Director of Partnership Development at Stride Inc., joins Kevin P. Chavous in this episode to discuss supporting students interested in healthcare careers.
Dr. Sherri Wilson is the Director of Partnership Development at Stride, Inc., where she lends her expertise to enhance the companyâs health science career pathways and establishes national partnerships that lead to employment and postsecondary opportunities for students.
0:00 Introduction to Healthcare Careers 2:30 Dr. Sherri Wilson's Background 5:30 Experience as a Labor and Delivery Nurse 8:15 Changes in Healthcare Education and Careers 11:15 Current Challenges in Nursing 14:30 Initiatives to Attract Young People to Nursing 17:30 Employer Perspectives on Early Career Exposure 19:30 National Focus on Healthcare Career Pathways 21:15 Starting Healthcare Career Programs in Schools 23:00 Closing Remarksâ-----------------------------------------------
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Our accredited program offers engaging classes that support learners of all levels, including advanced students and those with special needs. Experience more family time, engaging class connects, and the opportunity for your child to thrive academically.
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Learning is a risky business that requires trying new things and being ready to fail. Play has many benefits for children, including improved language and problem-solving skills, perseverance, and creativity. However, not all kids have access to play due to budget cuts and program reductions. This episode explores the impact of play on children's development and well-being, how play can create equity in education, and ways to ensure all students have access to play.
In this episode, Elizabeth Cushing, CEO of Playworks, joins Kevin P. Chavous to discuss the importance of play in education.
0:00 Introduction to Play in Education 2:30 Elizabeth's Background 4:00 Play-Based Approaches: Finland vs. US 5:30 Science of Play and Child Development 7:30 Playworks Overview 10:00 Playworks Games and Techniques 11:30 Results in Schools 13:00 Addressing Educational Challenges 15:30 Promoting Play in Education 17:30 Partnerships with School Districts 18:30 Resources for Educators and Parents-----------------------------------------------
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Nearly 30 million U.S. children and teens participate in some form of organized sports. While sports have physical health benefits for kids, they can also benefit their mental, emotional, and social health.
How can sports help kids heal, grow, and thrive? Why is it essential to provide kids with high-quality, healing sports? And what can parents and schools do to ensure a healthy sports environment for their students?
In this episode, Megan Bartlett joins Kevin to share how sports can help kids heal, grow, and thrive.
Meet Megan:
Megan Bartlett is the founder of The Center for Healing and Justice Through Sport, a national nonprofit working to ensure more young people and athletes have access to sports experiences that are healing-centered, inclusive, and address issues of systemic injustice.
This is, What I Want to Know.
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Revisit this episode on whether college is the best path for students to have successful careers with Mark C. Perna.
For the past few decades, thereâs been a significant 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.
Whatâs causing parents to accept and seek alternative routes for their children? What skills do students need to thrive in todayâs careers? And is college the right fit for all students?
Meet Mark:
Mark C. Perna is a speaker, best-selling author, and Forbes contributor. He considers himself a champion of the younger generations, devoting his career to understanding their untapped potential.
This is, What I Want to Know.
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Public charter schools currently serve more than 3.7 million students. In fact, according to a report by the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, enrollment in public charter schools grew by more than 300,000 students between 2019 and 2023.
What are charter schools? What are the benefits of the charter school model? And how can charter schools create opportunities for our students?
In this episode, Cheryl Stahle joins Kevin to discuss how charter schools can create opportunities for students.
Meet Cheryl
Cheryl Stahle is the academic advisor at West Virginia Virtual Academy.
She is the recipient of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools annual Changemaker Award. The award honors individuals who are advocates for public education and creating more high-quality public education options for families.
This is, What I Want to Know.
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As the school year ends and summer begins, many parents and teachers worry about the âsummer slide.â The summer slide is the tendency for students to lose some of the achievement gains they made during the previous school year.
To combat this learning loss, many districts are focusing on providing additional opportunities for students to learn over the summer.
How can we combat the summer slide? Are summer learning programs the answer? And how can we ensure all students have access to these programs?
In this episode, Aaron Dworkin joins Kevin to discuss if summer learning programs can combat the summer slide.
Meet Aaron
Aaron Dworkin is the CEO of the National Summer Learning Association, which works to ensure all young people in America, especially the most vulnerable, can access and afford a high-quality summer learning experience every year.
This is, What I Want to Know.
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In response to pandemic learning loss, many school districts across the country turned to intensive tutoring.
And studies have shown that methods like high-impact tutoring can increase a studentâs learning and be more effective than standard methods.
Can tutoring help students overcome pandemic learning loss? What works and doesnât work when it comes to tutoring? And why is it important for all students to have access to effective tutoring methods?
In this episode, Dr. Susanna Loeb shares why access to tutoring is important for students.
Meet Susanna
Dr. Susanna Loeb is the founder and executive director of the National Student Support Accelerator, an organization aiming to expand access to high impact tutoring to address inequities in educational opportunities.
This is, What I Want to Know.
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More than 7.5 million students in the United States have disabilities that qualify them for individual education plans. However, teachers trained in special education are in short supply.
In fact, a survey found that 65% of public schools report being understaffed in special education.
What is causing this shortage? How is this affecting teachers and students across the country? And what can we do to combat the shortage of special education teachers?
In this episode, Kimber Wilkerson shares how we can combat the shortage of special education teachers.
Meet Kimber
Kimber Wilkerson is a professor of special education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
She has broad expertise in preparing teachers to provide instruction to students with disabilities and improve their long-term outcomes.
This is, What I Want to Know.
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Revisit our episode on digital safety featuring Titania Jordan, chief marketing officer and chief parent officer of Bark Technologies.
Technology can open up doors to more information and content than ever before. That can be good â and bad â for kids. How can we teach kids healthy tech habits? What are the risks of cyberbullying, access to predators, image distortion, or self-harm? And how should personal devices be managed in the classroom?
In this episode, Kevin discusses healthy digital use with tech parenting expert Titania Jordan of Bark Technologies.
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To celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month, revisit our episode on promoting mental health with Anne Brown, President and CEO of the Cook Center for Human Connection.
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, nearly 20 percent of youth in the United States age 6 to 17 experience a mental health disorder and suicide is the second leading cause of death among 10- to 14-year-olds. With so many youth struggling today, most parents are left feeling helpless and concerned. In fact, a report found that mental health is the greatest concern among parents.
How can parents help their children who are struggling? Where can parents turn for support?And how can schools and parents work together to foster positive mental health in their students?
In this episode, Anne Brown joins Kevin to discuss how parents and caregivers play a crucial role in childrenâs mental health.
This is, What I Want to Know.
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Storytelling is one of the most powerful learning devices. Not only does it play a role in a childâs language and cognitive development, but it can also teach them about the world around them.
What are the benefits of storytelling? How can childrenâs literature help develop important skills? And how can we encourage a love of storytelling in our students?
In this episode, Jesse Byrd joins Kevin to discuss the importance of storytelling for children.
Meet Jesse
Jesse Byrd is an award-winning childrenâs book author and the youngest African American NPR Foundation Board Member.
Jesse has performed readings of his childrenâs books to over 25,000 kids and partnered with Airbnb Experiences to provide families and corporations with virtual storytime experiences during the pandemic.
This is, What I Want to Know.
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