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School House Docs

School House Docs

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School House Docs is your deep dive into the heartbeat of American public education. We explore everything from the dedicated people in our classrooms to the complex policies in the statehouse. Most importantly, we unpack the politics that tie it all together to show how these forces shape our schools today. Join us as we discuss the issues that matter most to students, educators, and the communities they serve.

2026 Schoolhouse Docs
Episodes
  • Episode 7-Straight From Teachers On The Internet-Part 2
    May 5 2026

    The episode covers a range of teacher questions and scenarios, including teacher growth and leadership, restorative conversations and school discipline, enforcement of school policies, First Amendment rights and social media, and burnout and morale in education. The conversation provides insights into addressing these challenges and navigating complex situations in the education system.

    Takeaways

    • Teacher Growth Plan
    • Restorative Conversations
    • School Discipline
    • Burnout and Morale

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    24 mins
  • Episode 6-Straight From Teachers On The Internet-Part 1
    Apr 28 2026

    The conversation delves into the impact of AI on education, particularly in teaching writing and adapting to AI in the classroom. It also explores the challenges of curriculum changes, the expectations placed on teachers and principals, and the legal and ethical considerations in education.

    Takeaways

    • Teaching Writing in the Age of AI
    • Adapting to AI in Education
    • Challenges of Curriculum Changes
    • Expectations of Teachers and Principals
    • Legal and Ethical Considerations in Education

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    22 mins
  • Episode 5-What Do Americans Really Think About Public Education?
    Apr 21 2026

    The conversation delves into the shifting landscape of public education, highlighting the local vs. national gap in public opinion, the impact of political affiliation on public education, concerns about teacher shortages, and the debate between education degrees and alternative certification. The PDK poll and public concerns and priorities in education are also explored, providing insights into the complex dynamics of public opinion and policy implications. The conversation covers various themes related to education, including teacher shortage, control over education policy and funding, parental satisfaction, media influence, historical perspective on education and trust, transparency and trust in education, and challenges and hope for public education.

    Takeaways

    • Local vs. National Gap
    • Political Affiliation and Public Education
    • Teacher Shortages and Alternative Certification Teacher shortage is a priority
    • CTE programs are important for skill development

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Return on Investment and Education Degrees vs. Alternative Certification
    • 25:06 Control Over Education Policy and Funding
    • 32:22 Historical Perspective on Education and Trust
    • 38:26 Challenges and Hope for Public Education
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    40 mins
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