San Francisco’s public education system is more than classrooms and curriculums -- it’s a lifeline for opportunity, equity, and the future of our communities.

Yet, the challenges of funding, teacher retention, and family poverty facilitate the narrative of the district. 

On this episode of San Francisco Revival, a Mission Housing podcast, we sit down with Edward Kaufman, the CEO of Mission Graduates, to explore the state of education in our City. From the systemic barriers students face to the transformative programs driving change -- we’ll unpack the vision, challenges, and future of empowering young people in San Francisco. 

Chapters

01:04 Empowering Young People Through Mission Graduates

10:32 The Intersection of Housing and Education

15:50 Challenges Facing SFUSD: Enrollment and Budget Issues

28:50 The Potential Impact of State Takeover

37:36 Positive Developments in SFUSD

41:54 Personal Reflections and Community Engagement