Our children are our future. Education is at the heart at developing their skills and abilities and yet year after year we hear about the degrading state of our educational system. Our nation has spent trillions of dollars on failed programs that research and experts had promised would work. Achievement gaps persist, performance declines are accelerating and so it is of paramount importance that we explore novel ideas and solutions. You might not agree with many or any of the ideas below, and we certainly are not endorsing policies – our hope is just to create a space where bright, dedicated folks from the community can share their ideas – so that we can all come together and better understand each others experiences, concerns and how we might move forward together to build a brighter future.

Itale Watie

Adapting the education system to align with the trajectory of the economy is crucial for preparing students to thrive in a rapidly changing world. I remember being so confused and unprepared at my first job because I was not taught anything that pertained to the workforce. Read more>>

Terrina Taylor

Let’s better prepare students for a more fulfilling life and career by integrating comprehensive financial education into the curriculum from an early age. Financial literacy is a crucial life skill that is often overlooked in traditional schooling, yet it plays a fundamental role in shaping individuals’ futures. Read more>>

LYNDA REISS

There is so much to change about the education system. I’m a huge proponent of trade schools and apprenticeships. Not everyone is academic, and not everyone learns in the same way. Read more>>

Marcel Paige

Coming fresh out of college with a degree in Audio & Music Production, I have a lot of thoughts and opinions on my experience and how it could have been improved. Read more>>