Welcome to the 2026 season of Statehouse Spotlights! In this trailer, host Ashley Mullins reintroduces the podcast and previews what listeners can expect in the year ahead, including fast-moving legislative updates and in-depth conversations with the leaders shaping K–12 education policy.  

Ashley shares how the show will continue to break down complex education issues—from literacy and math to workforce development, digital safety, accountability and school choice—so policymakers, educators and advocates can stay informed and engaged.  

This season will feature: 

• Biweekly 15-minute updates on major bill activity in states nationwide. 
• Alternating deep-dive interviews with lawmakers and education leaders. 
• Expert insights from ExcelinEd in Action’s policy team. 
• Coverage of the decisions and debates shaping students’ futures. 

Listeners will also hear from Executive Director Patricia Levesque in the season’s opening episode, where she outlines the key trends, challenges and opportunities to watch in 2026. 

At its core, Statehouse Spotlights is about more than legislation—it’s about students, their potential and the champions working every day to expand opportunity. The podcast’s mission remains simple: to keep you informed, energized and ready to take action for better schools and brighter futures.  

New episodes drop weekly. Subscribe now and join us for another year of meaningful conversations and timely policy insights. 

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