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If students don’t feel safe, it’s much more difficult for them to learn—and that affects all of us. This week on American Classroom, hosts Jared Taylor and Lindsey Crosland sit down with Vanessa Whitener—mom, educator, and former school board member—to explore the urgent issue of school safety. Vanessa shares how a systems-based approach, involving parents, faith leaders, law enforcement, and policymakers, can create safer, more supportive schools.
Discover why open communication, community collaboration, and acknowledging hard truths are essential to building learning environments where students can truly thrive.
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