This week on Growing Up in America, Dr. Bob Sanborn and co-host Brian Greene dive into the issues shaping life for children and families across Texas — from the classroom to the kitchen table.

Megan Steckly, CEO of Compudopt, joins to discuss digital equity and how closing the technology gap changes children’s educational futures. Nadia Salibi, Chief Impact Officer at CHILDREN AT RISK, breaks down the federal government shutdown and what it means for families depending on SNAP, Medicaid, and CHIP. Megan Menchaca, Senior HISD Reporter at the Houston Chronicle, shares the latest on Houston ISD’s school rankings and where progress — and challenges — remain.

Plus, our regular features: Hip Speak with Bri Derry and the Data of the Day — 13%, the share of Texas children without health insurance.

Tune in for a fast-moving hour of insight, stories, and solutions for kids in Texas and beyond.

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