# 89: The Crisis in Education: Confronting the Failure and Forging a Path to Reform

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Are our schools equipped to prepare the next generation for the future? Today's episode confronts a harrowing crisis in education, with stark realities that can no longer be ignored. As I share my grave concerns, you'll discover how a staggering number of students are failing to meet basic reading and math benchmarks, and why the reduction of subjects like art and music is suffocating the joy of learning. The pressure-cooker environment that teachers endure has led to an unacceptable turnover rate, signaling a system on the brink of collapse. You'll learn why reinforcing a robust Tier 1 curriculum and foundational skills, such as phonics, is not just necessary but critical in preventing an academic avalanche.

This conversation is a rallying cry for change, a commitment to not only spotlight the issues but to actively seek solutions. Together, we acknowledge the multifaceted failure of our education system—a system that has let down teachers, students, administrators, and parents alike. It's clear that transformative approaches are essential to mend what's broken. Join me as we embark on a mission to revitalize education, beginning with a promise that our next episode will tackle the first major area in need of repair. If you care about the future of our children and the health of our educational institutions, this is the journey we must undertake together.

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