We are officially here at the last episode before we take a summer break. We will return with new episodes in August. This last school year was one in which we felt the negative shift in our education system, but all hope is not lost. Our focus today is on how we can best prepare for the upcoming school year. We have a great responsibility! Join us to learn more!

Show Highlights:

Problems as a result of workforce reductions in the Department of Education
The process to file discrimination complaints against school districts (Only 1% of the complaints were resolved in 2025!)
Problems with the voucher system in providing a “free and appropriate” education
Current bills in Congress regarding the voucher system
Your responsibility in the November elections (Do your homework!)
The continuing struggle to fund special education
Advocation for our kids depends on our awareness
“Outside-the-box” thinking is vital when it comes to supporting our students.

Resources:

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