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In today's rapidly evolving world, where virtual education is more prominent than ever, we're witnessing a new generation of students preparing for careers, and launching them before they've even graduated.
How exactly are virtual classrooms transforming into launch pads for the next generation of entrepreneurs?
Today, Kevin P. Chavous interviews Alexa Curtis, a prime example of youth success in the digital age. From starting a fashion blog at 12 to becoming a mental health advocate, Disney host, and serial entrepreneur, Alexa has turned online opportunities into tangible success. She discusses the link between online education and entrepreneurial achievement and shows us just how far today's students can go..
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Preparing your child for a successful future? K12's innovative programs give students a head start on their educational journey.
Enrollment is open at K12! Join over 3 million students who have chosen a K12-powered education for tuition-free, personalized online public schooling from the safety of home. Key features include:
State-certified teachers trained in virtual instruction
Innovative curriculum
Extensive family support
K12 empowers students in grades K-12 to succeed
Accredited program offering engaging classes for all learner levels, including advanced students and those with special needs
More family time and engaging class connects
Opportunity for your child to thrive academically
Apply today to secure your spot and discover why families choose K12 for their online education needs: https://go.k12.com/mps/national/podcast/?adobe_mc=MCMID%3D11001665815673379801328021772854664479
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In this special back-to-school compilation episode, host Kevin P. Chavous presents a curated selection of expert advice from "What I Want to Know." This episode is designed to help parents and students prepare for a successful school year, featuring insights from education experts, industry leaders, and innovative educators.
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Preparing your child for a successful future? K12's innovative programs give students a head start on their educational journey.
Enrollment is open at K12! Join over 3 million students who have chosen a K12-powered education for tuition-free, personalized online public schooling from the safety of home. Key features include:
State-certified teachers trained in virtual instruction
Innovative curriculum
Extensive family support
K12 empowers students in grades K-12 to succeed
Accredited program offering engaging classes for all learner levels, including advanced students and those with special needs
More family time and engaging class connects
Opportunity for your child to thrive academically
Apply today to secure your spot and discover why families choose K12 for their online education needs: https://go.k12.com/mps/national/podcast/?adobe_mc=MCMID%3D11001665815673379801328021772854664479
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 9% of total employment in the U.S. is within the healthcare industry, with about 1.8 million job openings projected each year. This episode explores the benefits of healthcare careers, how students can gain experience while in school, and the opportunities available in this rapidly growing field.
Dr. Sherri Wilson, Director of Partnership Development at Stride Inc., joins Kevin P. Chavous in this episode to discuss supporting students interested in healthcare careers.
Dr. Sherri Wilson is the Director of Partnership Development at Stride, Inc., where she lends her expertise to enhance the company’s health science career pathways and establishes national partnerships that lead to employment and postsecondary opportunities for students.
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Preparing your child for a future in healthcare? K12's innovative programs give students a head start on their healthcare career journey.
Enrollment is open at K12! Join over 3 million students who have chosen a K12-powered education for tuition-free, personalized online public schooling from the safety of home. With state-certified teachers trained in virtual instruction, an innovative curriculum, and extensive family support, K12 empowers students in grades K-12 to succeed.
Our accredited program offers engaging classes that support learners of all levels, including advanced students and those with special needs. Experience more family time, engaging class connects, and the opportunity for your child to thrive academically.
Apply today to secure your spot and discover why families choose K12 for their online education needs. Explore K12's healthcare pathway options and other career-focused programs: https://go.k12.com/mps/national/podcast/?adobe_mc=MCMID%3D11001665815673379801328021772854664479
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Learning is a risky business that requires trying new things and being ready to fail. Play has many benefits for children, including improved language and problem-solving skills, perseverance, and creativity. However, not all kids have access to play due to budget cuts and program reductions. This episode explores the impact of play on children's development and well-being, how play can create equity in education, and ways to ensure all students have access to play.
In this episode, Elizabeth Cushing, CEO of Playworks, joins Kevin P. Chavous to discuss the importance of play in education.
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Nearly 30 million U.S. children and teens participate in some form of organized sports. While sports have physical health benefits for kids, they can also benefit their mental, emotional, and social health.
How can sports help kids heal, grow, and thrive? Why is it essential to provide kids with high-quality, healing sports? And what can parents and schools do to ensure a healthy sports environment for their students?
In this episode, Megan Bartlett joins Kevin to share how sports can help kids heal, grow, and thrive.
Meet Megan:
Megan Bartlett is the founder of The Center for Healing and Justice Through Sport, a national nonprofit working to ensure more young people and athletes have access to sports experiences that are healing-centered, inclusive, and address issues of systemic injustice.
This is, What I Want to Know.
Revisit this episode on whether college is the best path for students to have successful careers with Mark C. Perna.
For the past few decades, there’s been a significant push for students to enroll in a four-year university immediately after high school. But according to a recent survey, almost 70 percent of parents would support their children entering the workforce right after high school.
What’s causing parents to accept and seek alternative routes for their children? What skills do students need to thrive in today’s careers? And is college the right fit for all students?
Meet Mark:
Mark C. Perna is a speaker, best-selling author, and Forbes contributor. He considers himself a champion of the younger generations, devoting his career to understanding their untapped potential.
This is, What I Want to Know.
Public charter schools currently serve more than 3.7 million students. In fact, according to a report by the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, enrollment in public charter schools grew by more than 300,000 students between 2019 and 2023.
What are charter schools? What are the benefits of the charter school model? And how can charter schools create opportunities for our students?
In this episode, Cheryl Stahle joins Kevin to discuss how charter schools can create opportunities for students.
Meet Cheryl
Cheryl Stahle is the academic advisor at West Virginia Virtual Academy.
She is the recipient of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools annual Changemaker Award. The award honors individuals who are advocates for public education and creating more high-quality public education options for families.
This is, What I Want to Know.
As the school year ends and summer begins, many parents and teachers worry about the “summer slide.” The summer slide is the tendency for students to lose some of the achievement gains they made during the previous school year.
To combat this learning loss, many districts are focusing on providing additional opportunities for students to learn over the summer.
How can we combat the summer slide? Are summer learning programs the answer? And how can we ensure all students have access to these programs?
In this episode, Aaron Dworkin joins Kevin to discuss if summer learning programs can combat the summer slide.
Meet Aaron
Aaron Dworkin is the CEO of the National Summer Learning Association, which works to ensure all young people in America, especially the most vulnerable, can access and afford a high-quality summer learning experience every year.
This is, What I Want to Know.
In response to pandemic learning loss, many school districts across the country turned to intensive tutoring.
And studies have shown that methods like high-impact tutoring can increase a student’s learning and be more effective than standard methods.
Can tutoring help students overcome pandemic learning loss? What works and doesn’t work when it comes to tutoring? And why is it important for all students to have access to effective tutoring methods?
In this episode, Dr. Susanna Loeb shares why access to tutoring is important for students.
Meet Susanna
Dr. Susanna Loeb is the founder and executive director of the National Student Support Accelerator, an organization aiming to expand access to high impact tutoring to address inequities in educational opportunities.
This is, What I Want to Know.
More than 7.5 million students in the United States have disabilities that qualify them for individual education plans. However, teachers trained in special education are in short supply.
In fact, a survey found that 65% of public schools report being understaffed in special education.
What is causing this shortage? How is this affecting teachers and students across the country? And what can we do to combat the shortage of special education teachers?
In this episode, Kimber Wilkerson shares how we can combat the shortage of special education teachers.
Meet Kimber
Kimber Wilkerson is a professor of special education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
She has broad expertise in preparing teachers to provide instruction to students with disabilities and improve their long-term outcomes.
This is, What I Want to Know.
The podcast currently has 172 episodes available.