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What I Want to Know, with Kevin P. Chavous

Welcome to "What I Want to Know", one of the most downloaded K-12 education podcasts in the country! Listen in with our host, Kevin P. Chavous, as he connects with innovators and leaders who share practical, transformative solutions to the biggest challenges in education today. As America rethinks the future of schooling, Kevin explores emerging needs and possibilities, for students and educators alike, through short, stimulating conversations. Subscribe to "What I Want to Know" on Apple Podcasts,

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58. How can we stop teen suicide?

What I Want to Know, with Kevin P. Chavous ·

2022/07/13

Even before the pandemic, suicide was the second leading cause of death among young people ages 10 to 24. Teenage emergency room visits for suicide attempts have risen sharply since 2020, with a 50 percent rise in cases involving young women alone. What has been driving these startling increases? And is there more our schools can do to help identify and intervene with at-risk kids before they attempt to hurt themselves or others? In this episode, Dr. David Brent, the Endowed Chair in Suicide Studies

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57. How can we expose more students to careers in...

What I Want to Know, with Kevin P. Chavous ·

2022/07/06

In 2019, the highest-paying entry-level jobs were in data science, at $95,000 a year. But these lucrative jobs employ a smaller percentage of women and people of color than any other field. How can we spark interest in analytics as a springboard to careers in science and technology? And how can our schools ensure that STEM programs are open and accessible to all? Robert Clayton, CEO and Founder of the Sports Analytics Club Program, joins Kevin in this episode to tell us more about the program and

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56. Why should schools invest in arts education?

What I Want to Know, with Kevin P. Chavous ·

2022/06/29

Despite what we know about the value of infusing art and music into our children’s lives, 1.3 million students in the United States do not have access to music education classes. Why aren’t we investing more in arts programs that enrich children’s lives and lead to success in other subjects? And what can we do to ensure more children are exposed to the transformative power of music and the arts? In this episode, Michael Powers, the music department chair at Los Angeles County High School for the

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55. Are our schools doing enough to support autistic...

What I Want to Know, with Kevin P. Chavous ·

2022/06/22

According to the latest research from the CDC, nearly 2 percent of all children in the United States sit on the autism spectrum. And of those millions of kids, the vast majority attend America's public schools. With diagnoses of autism on the rise in the U.S., are we equipped to provide these students with the assistance they need? In this episode, Dr. Connie Kasari, Professor of Human Development and Psychology at UCLA, joins Kevin to help us better understand the challenges that students with

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54. How can schools better support military families?

What I Want to Know, with Kevin P. Chavous ·

2022/06/15

Roughly 1 million U.S. military children live around the world. And by the time they finish high school, they will attend nine different schools on average. What can we do to provide stability in their education? How can we help them deal with the stresses of having a parent deployed in a combat zone? And what should our traditional public schools do to ensure these kids get the support they need to succeed? The USO's Jennifer Thompson joins Kevin in this episode to help us understand what more we

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53. What impact is parent empowerment having on our...

What I Want to Know, with Kevin P. Chavous ·

2022/06/08

Parents across the country are taking a more active role in education policy than ever before. But are their voices actually being heard? What impact is parent activism having on hot-button issues like masking, vaccinations, and CRT? Are political issues stealing oxygen from more traditional conversations around curricula, testing, and student support? And how should teachers, administrators, and policymakers respond? Wall Street Journal columnist Jason Riley joins Kevin in this episode to discuss

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52. What is the role of the library in the digital age?

What I Want to Know, with Kevin P. Chavous ·

2022/06/01

There are more than 115,000 libraries in the United States today. But what purpose do they serve when information is so readily available on the internet? How must libraries evolve to remain relevant in the digital age? What can they contribute to building a more diverse and inclusive society? And how can libraries do more to support education throughout the country? In this episode, Kevin is joined by Tracie Hall, executive director of the American Library Association, to discuss the essential role

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51. What is our schools' role in promoting mental...

What I Want to Know, with Kevin P. Chavous ·

2022/05/25

In 2019, more than 1 in 3 high school students reported experiencing persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, a 40 percent increase since 2009. As a result of the pandemic, nearly 3 in 4 students reported experiencing increased stress and anxiety. With so many kids struggling today, what more can we do to ensure they get the help they need? And how can we help our schools be more helpful and supportive when managing mental health? In this episode, Kevin is joined by Alison Malmon, founder and

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50. Is it time to rethink teacher training and...

What I Want to Know, with Kevin P. Chavous ·

2022/05/18

One in four teachers says they are likely to quit their jobs in the near future. And they will be leaving at a time when two-thirds of public-school districts are already struggling with the impacts of a nationwide teacher shortage. How can we attract more people to the teaching profession? And how can we streamline the process to fill open positions quickly? In this episode, Dave Saba, chief development officer of Teachers of Tomorrow, joins Kevin to outline what administrators and policymakers

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49. What should the modern school district look like?

What I Want to Know, with Kevin P. Chavous ·

2022/05/11

The last two years have shown us a lot about school districts’ capacity for transformation. Education leaders see an opportunity not just to rethink public education but to implement real changes that deliver tangible results. But where should administrators be prioritizing their efforts to make the most significant impact? And most importantly, how can they drive transformation at scale so that every student and teacher they serve feels their efforts? In this episode, Kevin looks to Dr. Ann Chavez,

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48. What can we do to break the school-to-prison...

What I Want to Know, with Kevin P. Chavous ·

2022/05/04

School suspension is the number one predictor of whether a child will drop out of school, become reliant on social services, or spend time in prison as an adult. Still, students as young as four-years-old lose 11 million instructional days to out-of-school suspensions each year. And when they do, they take the first steps down a path toward the criminal justice system. What can we do to break the “school-to-prison pipeline?” In this episode, Jonathan Cabrera, founder, and CEO of Abstract Lifestyle,

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47. Are student voices being heard by boards of...

What I Want to Know, with Kevin P. Chavous ·

2022/04/27

Among the largest school districts in the United States, 14 percent have students serving on their boards of education. Some have full voting rights, some play an advisory role, but all are there to help ensure that students are represented when adults make education policy. But are student voices really being heard when big decisions are made? How do students feel about the big issues school boards are tackling? And how can student board members improve the school governance process? In this

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