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Dive into all episodes of American Classroom: Stories of Building a Civil Society. From expert insights to inspiring stories, discover how education shapes character, strengthens communities, and empowers the next generation.
Passport to Enhanced Learning: Unlocking Education Beyond the Classroom
What if the greatest lessons aren’t found in textbooks—but in the world around us? In this inspiring episode of American Classroom, hosts Jared Taylor and Lindsey Crosland talk with special guest Heidi Udall about the life-changing impact of educational travel. From...
Unlocking Potential: The Power of School Choice. Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (Part 2)
In this powerful follow-up episode of American Classroom, special guest Jenny Clark shares heartwarming stories of families whose lives have been transformed by Arizona's revolutionary Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program. Discover how ESAs have enabled...
Unlocking Potential: The Power of School Choice. Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (Part 1)
Discover the revolutionary world of school choice with special guest Jenny Clark on this eye-opening episode of American Classroom. As a mother, Arizona State Board of Education member, and founder of Love Your School, Jenny shares her insights on the current state of...
School Choice Kickoff & the “Jobs to Be Done” Theory
Why are millions of families rethinking traditional education—and what are they choosing instead? In this episode of American Classroom, hosts Jared Taylor and Lindsey Crosland launch a new series on the dynamic landscape of school choice in America. Drawing on the...
Enhancing School Safety Through Community Collaboration
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...
The Best Kept Secret in High Schools: Dual Enrollment for College Credit
What if your student could graduate high school with a college degree already in hand? With dual enrollment, that possibility becomes a reality. In this episode, hosts Jared Taylor and Lindsey Crosland speak with Dr. E.J. Anderson about how high school students can...
Tax Tips to Enhance School Experiences for Arizona Students
What if your tax dollars could directly support students’ extracurricular programs—at no extra cost to you? In this episode, Rebecca Jennings joins hosts Jared Taylor and Lindsey Crosland to demystify Arizona’s Extracurricular Activity (ECA) Tax Credit. Learn how...
Traits of a Master Teacher with Kathleen Lopez
What sets Master Teachers apart from the rest? In this episode, hosts Jared Taylor and Lindsey Crosland speak with Kathleen Lopez, principal of Heritage Academy Gateway Campus, to uncover the three defining traits of truly exceptional educators: Building caring...
Philanthropy & School Funding
School funding is too often driven by politics—not by what’s best for students. In this episode, host Jared Taylor speaks with Carolyn Jess about how Heritage Academy is breaking away from government inefficiencies and political agendas. Learn how their innovative,...
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