The number one thing we hear from entrepreneurs and artists and creatives when we ask them about their education is about how irrelevant it was to their story. Sure, some folks had wonderful educational experiences, but for many their experiences left them feeling ill prepared for life and their careers. So, we wanted to create a space for folks to share their experiences and ideas for how we can improve our educational system.

Melba Payan

My time as a high school teacher was a deeply rewarding experience, but it also highlighted the shortcomings of our current educational model. I saw countless bright, capable students stifled by a system that prioritized standardized tests over critical thinking and creativity. We need to shift our focus from rote memorization to developing well-rounded individuals equipped to tackle complex problems. Read more>>

Huong Vo

While I’m not an educator nor work in the realm of education any longer, I want to first commend those like my best friend, Sarah, who works hard in the education field to make a difference. Whether it’s in the classroom and/or evolving in their careers outside of it (she is now Dr. Sarah Ferguson), the time she has put into research, I know will contribute towards positive and beneficial changes. People like her and the work she is doing could change laws, programs, and even curriculum to not only help students in their schooling, but positively affect their lives/future careers. I truly believe our educators do not get paid enough for the work they do, but that’s another conversation. Read more>>

Ashtine Rieke

I would encourage schools across our nation to provide opportunities for students to participate in trade programs like welding, woodshop, mechanics, CAD, etc. In addition, they should create a program that networks with local businesses in related fields, introducing students to those industries and creating a work-trade program. In my region, we have a program called HIPPO, which helps students build their resumes so that they are more prepared for the workforce after graduating. Read more>>

India Ford

The education system has many flaws that must be addressed in an effort to help children. Strengthening mental health programs in schools, supporting educators in their understanding of how to work with students in high poverty areas, requiring that high schools have multiple career tech programs for students who want to enter trade fields instead of college and provide more real-world experiences to prepare students for a life of understanding cultural differences and accepting people for who they are. Education is a person’s first chance to begin learning social norms that could impact how they are perceived in society. School should be equipped with opportunities for students to be who they are by exploring their personal interests. Read more>>

Alexandra Dobigies

It is not so much changing it for me but more about adding things! I would love to see us grow in consciousness, where we have assistance in our systems with energy clearings. The reason I feel that way it because of what. I see throughout the healing world. I have witness so many children doing better at school after doing clearings.  Read more>>