Bringing people together for healthy conversations about today’s most contentious issues affecting our schools. The way forward in divided times.
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Should schools teach patriotism? Join a national conversation exploring civic education, patriotism, and respectful dialogue across differing viewpoints.
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Today, we're thrilled to announce that we’ve teamed up with the Courageous Conversations About Our Schools @school_convo podcast to tell the Reading story like never before. Our two-part podcast series features the voices of eight different Reading leaders who played a critical role in creating Reading’s ripples and change.
Reading, PA, was once declared the poorest city in America. Once predominantly white, the community is over 70% Latino today. In the wake of the pandemic, the community faced a daunting reality. Tens of thousands of residents living in poverty. A chronic absenteeism crisis in schools. An atrophied civic culture. And education culture wars sweeping across the nation.
But residents and leaders refused to settle for the status quo. They came together and created systemic education change by using the Harwood approach to catalyze and unleash a chain reaction.
➡️ Part 1 tells the story of how we engaged the community, discovered people’s shared aspirations, and began to make down payments toward building a stronger civic culture.
➡️ Part 2 demonstrates the power of Turning Outward by relating the remarkable chain reactions residents and leaders in Reading created in after-school activities, English as a second language, and early childhood education.
Reading proves that, no matter where your community is starting, it’s possible to get on a new civic path and create transformational change today in America. Reading did it. Your community can do it too.
We invite you to listen to the two-part series and consider its implications for you, your community, or your school community. And make sure to subscribe to the Courageous Conversations About Our Schools podcast wherever you get your podcasts.
🔗 Listen here: schoolconversations.org/read…
Schools don’t heal through control. They heal through connection. Our latest podcast episode with Mike Walsh explores why trust, curiosity, and human relationships—not compliance—are what move schools forward.
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The Extraordinary Transformation of a City and Its Schools. A two-part podcast series about community, education, and the power of Turning Outward, co-produced with @HarwoodInst
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A city on the brink turned outward, transforming its city and schools. Listen to this two-part podcast series co-produced by @school_convo and @HarwoodInst. schoolconversations.org/read…
Join us on Sep. 4 from 4-6 pm via Zoom to explore perspectives on California’s High School Ethnic Studies graduation requirement. Learn more and register here: shorturl.at/02GX2
Co-host @braverangels & Sponsors @prohuman_org @LivingRoomConvo @ListenFirstProj
Join us on Thurs., Sep. 4, from 4-6 PM PT via Zoom for a Lively Conversation About California’s Ethnic Studies Course for High School Students. Learn more & register here: shorturl.at/02GX2
Co-host @braverangels & Sponsors @prohuman_org @LivingRoomConvo @ListenFirstProj
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On Sep 4, join @school_convo and @braverangels to explore perspectives on California’s Ethnic Studies graduation requirement. This event features a fishbowl format where both supporters and opponents share their views and reflect together.
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What if your history class felt like the safest place to speak your truth?
That’s the space Bruce Wasser created.
This is the story of a teacher who believed listening was as important as lecturing.
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Are we equipping students to uphold democratic values? Or are we leaving them unprepared for the complexities of civic life? Listen to the full conversation to find out. schoolconversations.org/epis…
Are we teaching students the character traits needed to sustain democracy? Discover why integrity, responsibility, and moral behavior are essential for promoting democratic values—and what happens when we fail to nurture them.
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-Curiosity’s power to transform conflict and learning.
-Tackling academia’s ideological and cost crises with Rep. Owens.
-10 mental shortcuts for truth-seeking.
-Universities pressed to curb politicization, refocus on excellence.
-The joy of doing things for their own sake.
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Ken Futernick, @scottshigeoka, @school_convo, @RealDarylDavis, @RepBurgessOwens, @Rhetors_of_York, @Gillen_Andrew_J, @CatoInstitute, @G_S_Bhogal, @DanielDiermeier, Andrew D. Martin, @Chronicle, @VanderbiltU, @WashU, @LexiOHudson
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A fantastic listen from @school_convo and @TimShriver. Learn how schools are using the Dignity Index.
“The problem isn’t our differences. It’s the contempt we show when we disagree.[...] Contempt will make an enemy for your position."
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What fuels contempt? Can dignity bridge divides? 💭 Students for Dignity share how they’re sparking change in our latest episode! 🎧
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@TheDignityIndex #education #studentvoices
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What if dignity—not agreement—is the key to healing divides? Listen to @TimShriver on the @TheDignityIndex
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#CCAOS #SEL #DEI #education #schools #listenfirst
What if dignity—not agreement—is the key to healing divides? Listen to @TimShriver on the @TheDignityIndex
schoolconversations.org/epis…
#CCAOS #SEL #DEI #education #schools #listenfirst
Can classrooms handle post-election talks? Hear insights on fostering safe dialogue in schools. schoolconversations.org/epis… #edchat #politics #Election2024results
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The tragic Apalachee High School shooting highlights the urgent need for better mental health support in schools. In our latest episode, Dr. Hayley Watson talks about the steps we can take. #MentalHealthMatters 🎧schoolconversations.org/epis…
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Aaron Stark was prepared to take innocent lives—until a single act of kindness changed everything. Hear his emotional story of trauma, neglect, and redemption. 🎧Listen now: schoolconversations.org/epis……
#kindnessmatters #mentalhealth @StarkDad1313
