In this episode of K12 Ed Confidential, hosts Dr. Clayton Wilcox and Raymond J. McNulty sit down with Fred Bramante to discuss the changing landscape of education and the urgent need to create systems that ignite a true passion for learning.

Fred shares his remarkable journey—from a struggling student to a nationally recognized voice in education reform—offering insights into how schools can better engage students and inspire lifelong curiosity. Together, they explore the power of personal learning plans, the promise of competency-based education, and the importance of connecting students’ passions with the skills they’ll need to thrive in the future.