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The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.
Show Notes:
Tim Daly on Finland
https://www.educationdaly.us/p/the-rise-and-fall-of-finland-mania
OG Eduwonk on Finland
https://www.eduwonk.com/2004/04/finland-rising.html
Eduwonk on DiAngelis
https://eduwonk.substack.com/p/the-bloom-is-off-the-seth-rose-what
74 on DiAngelis backstory
https://www.the74million.org/article/corey-deangelis-disgraced-not-by-liberals-he-trolled-but-right-wing-parents/
Denver Study
https://publicaffairs.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider36/default-document-library/denver-study-summary-september-2024.pdf?sfvrsn=60236bb4_1
Denver Public Radio story
https://www.cpr.org/2024/09/23/denver-public-schools-controversial-reform-successful/
Denver Post story
https://www.denverpost.com/2024/09/23/denver-school-reform-academic-performance-study/
Matt Landner on ESA finance
https://www.reimaginedonline.org/2023/07/arizona-governor-touts-misleading-narrative-on-arizona-empowerment-scholarship-program/
Bellwether school finance work
https://bellwether.org/publications/splitting-the-bill/
Rotherham in New York Times on when teachers unions fought their own teachers over innovation:
https://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/10/opinion/10rotherham.html
Jed Wallace on Don Shalvey
https://www.charterfolk.org/remembering-don-shalvey-a-mid-summers-nights-dream-of-loving-what-we-do-and-who-we-do-it-with/
Eduwonk on Don Shalvey
https://eduwonk.substack.com/p/don-shalvey
Don Shalvey on doing what you love (Part 1)
https://www.charterfolk.org/charterfolk-contributor-don-shalvey-education-equals-opportunity/
Don Shalvey on doing what you love (Part 2)
https://www.charterfolk.org/charterfolk-contributor-don-shalvey-do-what-you-love-part-2/
Andy and Jed explore the intersection of education and politics in a rapidly changing landscape. They start by analyzing the Democratic Party's surprising silence on education during their convention, delving into why education has become a party splitter and how this could affect upcoming elections. The conversation then shifts to Kamala Harris' role and what her presidency might mean for education policy, especially concerning the influence of teacher unions and school choice. The hosts also tackle the Republican stance on universal vouchers, the evolving dynamics within the GOP, and the broader implications for urban education in cities like Chicago and St. Louis. This episode is packed with in-depth analysis, covering everything from the NEA's strategic influence to the potential long-term consequences of declining public school enrollment. Don't miss this insightful conversation that sheds light on the critical issues facing American education today.
SHOW NOTES:
In this thought-provoking episode, Andy Rotherham and Jed Wallace are joined by Lynne Graziano from Bellwether Education Partners to dive deep into the complexities and inconsistencies of adolescent laws across the United States. Using Bellwether's new "Edge of Seventeen" report as a cornerstone, this discussion covers a wide range of topics from the age of consent and marriage laws to labor rights and education policies.
*Key Topics Discussed:*
- The diversity in state laws regarding age-related permissions.
- Surprising statistics on child labor and marriage.
- The influence of federalism on policy consistency.
- The impact of these inconsistencies on today’s youth.
- The role of schools and education policy in navigating these challenges.
*Episode Highlights:*
- [01:45] Introduction of guest Lynne Graziano and the Edge of Seventeen report.
- [05:30] Discussion on the age of consent and marriage laws.
- [15:00] The role of federal legislation in creating consistency.
- [25:20] How adolescent laws impact education policies.
- [35:45] Viewer Q&A and final thoughts.
*Why Listen?*
This episode is a must-listen for educators, policymakers, parents, and anyone interested in the intersection of youth, law, and education. You’ll gain fresh insights into the often-overlooked area of adolescent policy and its real-world implications.
*Show Notes:*
- Edge of Seventeen Report by Bellwether Education Partners:
https://bellwether.org/publications/t...
- Aspen on cross-partisanship:
• Crossing the Partisan Divide in Educa...
https://www.aspeninstitute.org/public...
- Reagan Institute conference:
https://www.reaganfoundation.org/reag...
- SD state superintendent race:
https://www.inforum.com/news/north-da...
- NC state superintendent race:
https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/14/politi...
- Eduwonk musical chairs post:
https://eduwonk.substack.com/p/charte...
- Eduwonk musical chairs post:
https://eduwonk.substack.com/p/charter-schools-might-not-have-a
- Brandon Brown agrees with Andy:
https://x.com/BBrownIndy/status/1789041617715794327
- Travis Pillow agrees with Jed:
https://x.com/travispillow/status/1789414349141856388
Thanks for listening! See you in the next episode of WonkyFolk!
This week Andy and I start out debriefing the ASU-GSV conference and explore why the open and optimistic spirit of that gathering feels so at odds with the vibe that prevails across much of ed reform these days. That leads to a discussion about Andy’s widely read article about ed reformers needing to buck up and realize the progress that has been made in recent decades. That leads me to chime in about the need to keep a decades-long view in order to appreciate the accomplishments of the charter school movement. We then talk about the fact that many ed reformers are in blue contexts, which are also the most difficult politically, and so the voice of those Folk is loud enough to drive the national narrative among ed reformers regarding prospects for continued impact, We close with Andy identifying the political folly of blues at a national level not embracing greater ed reform and charter schools as a way to win over critically needed swing voters.
SHOW NOTES:
Jed and Andy record WonkyFolk's first live session as they keynote at the Charter Growth Fund.
WonkyFolk's first live episode discusses the vital role of charter schools and civic engagement in advocating for education reform, particularly within African American and Hispanic communities. Jed and Andy delve into policy-making dynamics, the influence of political affiliations on educational initiatives, and how charter schools can serve as catalysts for community mobilization towards improved educational outcomes. Highlighting the importance of a cohesive advocacy strategy, the podcast also explores the implications of school choice mechanisms like vouchers and Education Savings Accounts (ESAs), advocating for significant policy adjustments to ensure access to high-quality education for all, fulfilling diverse community requirements.
00:00 Welcome to the Wonky Folk Podcast Live Episode!
00:53 Kicking Off with a Live Audience: The Excitement and Challenges
01:48 Charter Schools Advocacy and the Impact of COVID-19
02:57 Navigating the Political Landscape of Charter Schools
07:54 The Importance of Narrative and Controversy in Advocacy
17:07 Exploring School Choice and the Political Divide
26:39 The Future of School Choice in a Polarized Political Climate
32:48 The Struggle for School Choice and Accountability
33:57 The Need for Strong Advocacy and Communication in Education
35:47 Challenges and Successes in Charter School Advocacy
38:30 The Importance of a Unified Advocacy Strategy
43:57 Navigating Political and Policy Challenges in Education Reform
50:13 Building a Stronger Narrative and Policy Agenda for Charter Schools
56:28 Engaging Communities and Shaping the Future of Charter Schools
01:07:57 Closing Remarks and the Path Forward
This week, Andy and I are talking about the furries, a fiscal cliff, higher education, and trade schools.
You can also watch it on YouTube.
Show Notes:
Greetings, CharterFolk!
This week, Andy and I are talking with Nina Rees, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, regarding charter schools and the American Dream.
For those of you who would prefer a video recording, we provide a link to YouTube.
This week some of the topics include:
Notes:
You can use the following links to access:
· The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools’ report, Believing in Public Education: A Demographic and State-level Analysis of Public Charter School and District Public School Enrollment Trends. https://publiccharters.org/newsroom/publications/2023-public-school-enrollment-trends-report/
· WonkyFolk Vol 5 – Special CREDO Episode with Macke Raymond. https://www.charterfolk.org/captivate-podcast/vol-5-special-credo-episode-with-macke-raymond/
· CREDO’s report, As a Matter of Fact: National Charter School Study III, which is the third installment of a multi-decade study examining the academic progress of students enrolled in charter schools compared with those enrolled in traditional public schools. https://ncss3.stanford.edu/
· Jed Wallace’s article, “The Charter-School Movement Just Keeps On Keepin’ On: Its momentum catalyzed by shifting politics, new strength, better advocacy, and simple staying power”. https://www.educationnext.org/the-charter-school-movement-just-keeps-on-keepin-on/
Greetings, CharterFolk!
This week, Andy and I are talking with David Griffith, Associate Director of Research at the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, regarding The Education Competition Index: Quantifying competitive pressure in America’s 125 largest school districts, which indicates the death of traditional public schools has been greatly exaggerated.
For those of you who would prefer a video recording, we provide a link to YouTube as well.
This week some of the topics include:
Notes:
You can use the following links to access:
· The Education Competition Index: Quantifying competitive pressure in America’s 125 largest school districts
https://fordhaminstitute.org/national/research/education-competition-index-quantifying-competitive-pressure-americas-125-largest
As ever, I’m eager to hear feedback and suggestions from CharterFolk. So, if you have a chance to listen to the discussion and want to drop me a line with some thoughts, feel free to reach me at [email protected].
If you haven’t yet heard or seen previous volumes of WonkyFolk, you can access them here.
Meanwhile, I thank you once again for being part of the CharterFolk community and for the efforts you are making to improve educational opportunities in our country.
Greetings, CharterFolk!
This week, Andy and I are focused on a Thanksgiving theme. We are talking about what we are thankful for over the last year, personally and professionally, as well as traditions and new results.
For those of you who would prefer a video recording, we provide a link to YouTube as well.
This week some of the topics include:
Notes:
You can use the following links to access:
· WKRP in Cincinnati’s 1978 Thanksgiving episode, “Turkeys Away”: https://www.pjstar.com/story/entertainment/television/2023/11/20/wkrp-turkey-drop-cincinnati-thanksgiving-episode-turkeys-away-les-nessman-streaming/71652621007/
· Andy Rotherham’s Eduwonk article regarding Virginia’s recent elections, “Vibes And Narratives Are No Way To Go Through Ed Policy Son…Plus Fish!”: https://eduwonk.substack.com/p/vibes-and-narratives-are-no-way-to
· Matt Barnum’s Chalkbeat article, “The public is souring on American education, but parents still give own child’s school high marks”: https://www.chalkbeat.org/2023/9/5/23859890/parents-polling-surveys-schools-american-education-pandemic/
Previous volumes of WonkyFolk can be accessed here.
Greetings, CharterFolk!
Greetings, CharterFolk!
This is the second WonkyFolk where Andy is talking while Jed is walking the Camino Trail with his wife, Amy. Andy and Cara Fitzpatrick, an editor at Chalkbeat and a Pulitzer Prize winner for Local Reporting in 2016 for a series about school segregation, talk school choice history and school choice today.
Their conversation focuses on Cara’s book, The Death of Public School: How Conservatives Won the War Over Education in America, particularly the complicated history of school choice in America, and the fact that very different people with very different backgrounds are pursuing school choice for very different reasons. A theme running through the discussion is the long history of political and constitutional strategies to expand school choice, especially the legal strategies focused on the Free Exercise and Establishment Clauses.
For those of you who would prefer a video recording, we provide a link to YouTube as well.
This week some of the topics include:
Notes:
You can use the following link to access
Cara Fitzpatrick’s book, The Death of Public School: How Conservatives Won the War Over Education in America.
Andrew Rotherham’s article in U.S. News & World Report, “The Complex History of School Choice: There’s no single reason people want more choice in education“.
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