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Join our host, Melvin Adams, for a talk-show-style podcast as he sits down with America's parents, educators, legislators to discuss how we can reclaim our country's education.
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Ep. 57 "Why America Needs Charter Schools" - Guest Nina Reese (Part 1 of 2)
In order to have accountability in a school, you must connect with families. That’s why Nina Reese sees charter schools as a step towards restoring quality education in America because charter schools offer parents a chance to keep schools accountable. Reese, a long-time advocate of charter schools and school choice, has decades of service behind her, including a stint with the U.S. Department of Education. Listen in this week on The State of Education as she and Melvin uncover the benefits and possibilities charter schools offer to America.
*Resources Mentioned in Today’s Episode:*
* *Find schools in your area by searching on **Great! Schools** or **Niche**. **https://www.greatschools.org/** **https://www.niche.com/** *
* *Nina Reese is president of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools. You can check out their website **here**, and their Twitter **here**. **https://www.publiccharters.org/** **https://twitter.com/charteralliance*
* *Nina invites listeners to contact her to ask questions about charter schools via her email: **nina@publiccharters.org*
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*– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –*
Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.
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Mar 8, 2023
Ep. 56 "Building a Smart Future: How to Succeed without a College Degree " - Guest Gary Feazell
In a society where college degrees are worshiped, it’s sometimes difficult for highschool graduates to find an alternative path that’s meaningful and pays the bills. But, there’s a revolution of thought on the horizon through organizations like Build Smart — a fully furnished trade school for students interested in construction. Today’s guest, Gary Feazell, shares his massive success story with us and encourages youth to seek out the needs of their communities and start working with their hands… because it’s possible to build your dreams.
*Resources Mentioned on Today’s Episode: *
* Check out Gary Feazell’s genius trade school in Roanoke, VA here:* **https://buildsmartinstitute.com/** *
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*– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –*
Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.
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Mar 1, 2023
Ep. 55 "Taking a Stand Against Transgender Affirmation" - Guest Pamela Garfield-Jaeger (Part 2 of 2)
Why doesn’t modern therapy work? Part of the reason is simply: “affirmation.” Many therapists are pressured to affirm everything, even dangerous delusions and irreversible gender changes. Today on The State of Education with Melvin Adams, we’re again talking with conservative therapist and activist Pamela Garfield-Jaeger, who isn’t shy about her views on where the mental health industry is headed and how we can take a stand.
*Resources Mentioned in Today’s Episode:*
* *Conservative Therapists** *is a directory to help conservative parents find like-minded therapists.
* *GenSpect** *and *Partners For Ethical Care* are two agencies that focus on gender critical patients.
* Pamela was recently interviewed in a documentary called* **Dysconnected: The Real Story Behind The Transgender Explosion**. *You can find the filmmaker behind the documentary at* **Runaway Planet Pictures**.*
* Connect with Pamela on her website at* **The Truthful Therapist**, *on Instagram as* **@the.truthfultherapist**, *on Twitter as* **@redpilledlcsw**, *and on Substack as* **Pam The Truthful Therapist**.*
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*– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –*
Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.
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Feb 24, 2023
"Black History Month Shorts: The Magnificent Seven" - Guest Ted Lamb (Part 4 of 4)
In celebration of Black History Month, friend of NWEF Ted Lamb is sharing a weekly story about a little-known black patriot. Don’t miss these special episodes each Friday!
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Resources Mentioned on Today’s Episode:*
* “History Moments With Ted” is an engaging Facebook group run by Ted Lamb. There, he shares daily history facts and lessons that help broaden your knowledge of history in a memorable way: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1199381647176869
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*– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –*
Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.
*Website: **https://www.nwef.org**
Reach out: *info@nwef.org
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Feb 22, 2023
Ep. 54 "Lies that Distort Our Children: A Closer Look at the Mentality of Gender Ideology" - Guest Pamela Garfield-Jaeger (Part 1 of 2)
The wave of change towards gender ideology and transition has swept across America, even affecting the smallest hearts in our communities, i.e. our children. For some of our children there’s been damage—some beyond repair. The reality of that tragedy is partially rooted in the mental healthcare industry where some therapists are affirming a change in a child’s gender identity before adulthood, sometimes even before puberty. Today’s guest, Pamela Garfield-Jaeger, has styled herself as “the truthful therapist” and is here to share practical advice with listeners about the realities of gender dysfunction across American cultures.
*Resources Mentioned in Today’s Episode:*
* Check out this documentary,* **Dysconnected: the real story behind the transgender explosion** *in which Pamela stars as a leading expert on the subject.
* Connect with Pamela on her website at* **The Truthful Therapist**, *on Instagram as* **@the.truthfultherapist**, *on Twitter as* **@redpilledlcsw**, *and on Substack as* **Pam The Truthful Therapist**.*
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*– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –*
Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.
*Website: **https://www.nwef.org**
Reach out: *info@nwef.org
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Feb 17, 2023
"Black History Month Shorts: Wentworth Cheswell" - Guest Ted Lamb (Part 3 of 4)
In celebration of Black History Month, friend of NWEF Ted Lamb is sharing a weekly story about a little-known black patriot. Don’t miss these special episodes each Friday!
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Resources Mentioned on Today’s Episode:*
* “History Moments With Ted” is an engaging Facebook group run by Ted Lamb. There, he shares daily history facts and lessons that help broaden your knowledge of history in a memorable way: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1199381647176869
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*– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –*
Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.
*Website: **https://www.nwef.org**
Reach out: *info@nwef.org
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Feb 15, 2023
Ep. 53 "How to Get Academic Freedom without Defunding" - Guest Matt Beienburg
Competition almost always increases product quality. And it’s no different with education. Some see school choice as a nefarious attempt to defund public schools. Others see it as a tool to hype academic quality in all schools. Which is it? Today on The State of Education with Melvin Adams, Matt Beienburg shares how states can (and should!) enact policies that give parents the academic freedom and transparency they deserve for their families while not defunding public education.
*Resources Mentioned in Today’s Episode:*
* Visit *the Goldwater Institute** *and find a model policy you can use in your state to help get the school choice and academic transparency policies you want! https://www.goldwaterinstitute.org/
* See if your state measures up on the* **Education Freedom Report Card**. **https://www.heritage.org/educationreportcard/** *
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*– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –*
Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.
*Website: **https://www.nwef.org**
Reach out: *info@nwef.org
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Feb 10, 2023
"Black History Month Shorts: Peter Salem" - Guest Ted Lamb (Part 2 of 4)
In celebration of Black History Month, friend of NWEF Ted Lamb is sharing a weekly story about a little-known black patriot. Don’t miss these special episodes each Friday!
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Resources Mentioned on Today’s Episode:*
* “History Moments With Ted” is an engaging Facebook group run by Ted Lamb. There, he shares daily history facts and lessons that help broaden your knowledge of history in a memorable way: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1199381647176869
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*– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –*
Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.
*Website: **https://www.nwef.org**
Reach out: *info@nwef.org
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Feb 8, 2023
Ep. 52 "Restoring History & Social Studies In Our Schools" - Guest Jillian Balow
Recently, Virginia’s Board of Education decided to revise the history and social study standards for public school students. This generated both praise and backlash, and Jillian Balow, our guest today on The State of Education, is right in the thick of it. Jillian is not only the Superintendent of Public Instruction on the Virginian State School Board, but she was a teacher herself and formerly the Superintendent of Wyoming’s education board. Listen in on The State of Education as she and Melvin discuss the shifting landscape of education and the importance of preserving our nation’s history.
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* As of last week, Virginia’s State Board of Education has approved the draft of the history and social studies curriculum standard which Jillian and Melvin discussed in today’s episode. It is now open for public comment before it goes back to the Board for another vote in a few months. You may submit your comments on the draft* **via this form**.*
* The Board will also be holding several hearings where the public is invited to come and offer feedback on the document. Head over to the* **NWEF blog** *to learn more.
* Learn more about the revision* **on the Virginia Department of Education’s website**.*
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*– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –*
Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.
*Website: **https://www.nwef.org**
Reach out: *info@nwef.org
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Feb 3, 2023
"Black History Month Shorts: Prince Whipple" - Guest Ted Lamb (Part 1 of 4)
In celebration of Black History Month, friend of NWEF Ted Lamb is sharing a weekly story about a little-known black patriot. Don’t miss these special episodes each Friday!
*Resources Mentioned on Today’s Episode:*
* “History Moments With Ted” is an engaging Facebook group run by Ted Lamb. There, he shares daily history facts and lessons that help broaden your knowledge of history in a memorable way: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1199381647176869
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*– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –*
Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.
*Website: **https://www.nwef.org**
Reach out: *info@nwef.org
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Feb 1, 2023
Ep. 51 "Is Public School Best for Your Child?" - Guest Terrye Seckinger (Part 2 of 2)
Join us for School Choice Week 2.0! Technically, School Choice Week ended last week, but we wanted to keep celebrating with part two of our conversation with Terrye Seckinger—school choice expert and champion in South Carolina. Today’s conversation focuses on the need for our communities to be open minded about the possibilities of school choice. Because every child must be respected as an individual with unique needs and strengths, we should focus on giving them an opportunity best suited for their success!
*Resources Mentioned on Today’s Episode: *
* Noah Webster Educational Foundation supports school choice. And we want to help families find and thrive in their opportunities. Visit our website to learn more: *Noah Webster Educational Foundation** *
* Visit our blog to learn about different options within school choice and how you can find what’s best for your family:* **Blog - NWEF** *
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Jan 25, 2023
Ep. 50 "Exploring How to Champion School Choice in the US" - Guest Terrye Seckinger (Part 1 of 2)
It’s national school choice week in America. And today, we’re going to celebrate through a conversation with Terrye Seckinger. She has been a champion of school choice in her home state of South Carolina for years. Always caring for the wellbeing of youth, Terrye has served in multiple roles that directly impact the education and overall trajectory of young generations in her state. Today, she has lots of practical insight and advice to share with us about America’s need for school choice and academic accountability. Keep listening to learn what you can do to champion school choice too!
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Jan 18, 2023
Ep. 49 "Creating Disparity: Racism vs. Racial Discrimination" - Guest Paul Lott (Part 2 of 2)
Good communities make good schools. And Paul Lott wants us to start taking that seriously. No matter a child's race or socio-economic status, if his/her community lacks integrity, so will that child’s education. Not only are communities failing students, but also the form of instruction is failing kids too. Every child needs healthy person-to-person interaction throughout their education. Instruction that leans too heavily on technology is failing students too.
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Jan 11, 2023
Ep. 48 "Shedding Old Skin: What happens when kids are held back by school?" - Guest Paul Lott (Part 1 of 2)
Have you heard of America's classroom situation compared to its industrial age setting? They’re not much different. And that’s a problem for many reasons. First, the world we live in—the world we are supposed to be preparing kids for—is significantly different from that world. Secondly, kids have to learn much, much more. And inside this model, it’s impossible to learn it all well. How can we expect students to thrive when we stash their minds with too much information…or the wrong information without the proper tools to process and store all of it? Paul Lott shares all kinds of information with listeners today on The State of Education about our outdated education model, bad facts in school, and how the government keeps poor kids… poor.
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Dec 28, 2022
Ep. 47 "2022 in Review with Melvin & Sandy"
As a young nonprofit, joining the national grassroots movement to improve our schools has been rewarding. Collaborating with you has allowed us, as a small but growing voice in society, to chip away at the hard outer layers of an education system entrenched in decades of misused ideas and their consequences. That’s why we approached contemporary issues this year, like transgenderism, school library ethics, the use of technology, school choice, and more. Our online presence and storehouse of resources have inspired thousands, and we are honored to be influencing so many parents, teachers, school board members, and legislators. We look forward to growing with you in 2023 and achieving healthy, strategic disruption that builds a better school system.
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Dec 21, 2022
Ep. 46 "Our Children and Country" - Guest Senator Bill Stanley
In September, NWEF held an awareness Luncheon titled, “Our Children & Country” where concerned citizens, school board members, and parents gathered to learn more about the mission, vision, and impact of Noah Webster Educational Foundation. Today’s episode gives a sneak peak of the great content that was shared by two of our speakers, one of which was Melvin Adams himself!
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Dec 14, 2022
Ep. 45 "The Role of Local Government in Education" - Melvin's 2022 School Board Summit Keynote
What is the role of government in education? And how do school board members, as a governmental body, make a healthy impact on their communities? It’s questions like these that Melvin Adams is passionate about finding answers to—and guiding people to make a difference in education. Listen in on today’s special episode from Melvin’s lecture at NWEF’s School Board Summit this year to learn more about the 5 core principles of education and how they can help school board members orient their mindset.
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Dec 7, 2022
Ep. 44 "A Grassroots Movement Chokes the Education System’s Weeds" - Guests Tiffany Justice and Tina Descovich
Do you ever feel alone in your desire to make change in our society? Well, ironically, you’re not alone in feeling alone; we all feel that way sometimes. And also, you’re not actually alone. Did you know that there are over 100,000 parents across America who are actively engaging with the school system? Our guests on The State of Education today are the cofounders of Moms for Liberty—a grassroots organization whose momentum has washed over the US, fueled by a desire to stand up to the government on behalf of our kids. Today, Melvin gathers valuable insight from Tina Descovich and Tiffany Justice that unifies, educates, and empowers you to be a part of that movement!
*Resources Mentioned on Today’s Episode:*
* Are you interested in starting or joining a Moms for Liberty chapter? Visit https://www.momsforliberty.org/ and join the fight!
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Nov 30, 2022
Ep. 43 "What Drives Parental Rights Legislation?" - Guest Will Estrada
Since the early 1900s, parental rights have been disputed in America’s courts. From circuit courts to the U.S. Supreme Court, your right to direct the education and care of your child has been molded and shaped by various cases and legislation all over America. See how the Parental Rights Foundation, led by William Estrada, is fighting for parents and what you can do to help!
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* Visit the Parental Rights Foundation for resources and information that will help protect your child’s future.
* Visit the Parental Rights Foundations’ lobbying branch at https://parentalrights.org/
* Mom’s for Liberty is a force for good that has come alongside ordinary people to help nurture and protect American families.
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Nov 16, 2022
Ep. 42 "The Failure of an Educational Assembly Line" - Guest Steve Newman (Part 2 of 2)
The math doesn’t add up—failing students doesn’t equal success. As we conclude our interview with Steve Newman, Melvin asks tough questions about how policy makers view school budgets and who the “assembly line” education system is leaving behind. Failing grades create battle lines, and Steve shares how lost accountability is creating space for the government he feels to use schools as a social experiment, a veritable lab for social change. On the small scale, he expounds on how school districts can define their own social justice "truths.” He also concludes with a passionate exhortation for citizens to encourage their leaders who are taking action.
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Nov 9, 2022
Ep. 41 "An Inside Look Into Educational Policy & Those Who Make It" - Guest Steve Newman (Part 1 of 2)
The strength of a company lies with the quality of its leadership. Our guest, Steve Newman, learned this first hand while serving in the Virginia Senate and other elected positions, including his local city council. In 2010, he was instrumental in the Governor’s Higher Education Reform Commission and coined the word “educrats” to describe those in government who are more interested in self-serving agendas than changing student’s lives. Join us today as Melvin and Steve discuss policy creation and how citizens can stand firm for reform.
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Nov 2, 2022
Ep. 40 "A (Not So) Secret Superpower" - Guest Debe Terhar (Part 2 of 2)
Navigating a child’s education is challenging for parents and teachers. Parents have the job of teaching their children values and character; teachers have the role of challenging children academically and broadening their view of the world. It’s not an easy balance. And today’s guest on The State of Education understands that. Debe Terhar advocates for the parent-teacher relationship and for the real focus of education: our children. Keep listening to learn more about how Debe helped improve education in her home state of Ohio and put children first!
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Oct 26, 2022
Ep. 39 "Teaching the Whole Child: A Look at the Montessori Method" - Guest Debe Terhar (Part 1 of 2)
Today, Melvin’s guest on The State of Education, Debe Terhar, shares about the holistic nature of education—and each child’s need to be taught that every facet of their life matters. As a mother, the former Ohio State School Board President, and a former Montessori educator, Debe has some wise input for parents seeking to help their young ones achieve wholeness and fulfillment in life.
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Oct 19, 2022
Ep. 38 "How 100 Year Old Ideology Took Root in the U.S." - Guest KrisAnne Hall
Today’s episode of The State of Education tells the story of KrisAnne Hall. She is an experienced author and speaker who champions the U.S. Constitution with a passion and fervor you don’t see everyday. Hall and her husband run an organization that focuses on educating American citizens about their government and the power of the people so that they can live well, vote well, and reclaim our culture for good.
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* KrisAnne’s personal website is stocked with resources that help you learn more about America and your role as a citizen.
* Read one of KrisAnne’s articles here: Stolen Education, Stolen Children, Stolen Future
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Oct 12, 2022
Ep. 37 "Big Challenges in Small Places: Helping Rural Communities Rebuild after COVID " -Guest Bill Outlaw
Schools everywhere are struggling after COVID, some more than others and each with their own struggles. Rural school districts have completely different needs than suburban or city districts. Bill Outlaw, school board member in Nottoway county, VA, shares about the needs and successes of his local district today on The State of Education.
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Oct 5, 2022
Ep. 36 "The Only Place in America Where Choice Isn’t Always Welcome - Education" - Guest Michael Benjamin
Education freedom takes a lot of work to secure, and Michael Benjamin isn’t afraid to do it. Over the past decades, he has served children in southern parts of the U.S. as he’s fought for school choice and helped create programs that assist low-income students get the education they need. His work as a choice-advocate has spurred on generational change and growth.
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* Michael helped co-found this extraordinary foundation that helps K-12 students from all backgrounds get scholarships they need: Step Up For Students
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Sep 28, 2022
Ep. 35 "When Personal Policy Overrules Unconstitutional Policy: How One Teacher is Fighting for Her Students" - Guest Monica Gill
Monica Gill, a highschool teacher in Loudoun County, Virginia, encourages other parents and teachers to bravely counteract the problems they see in education. In partnership with the Alliance Defending Freedom, Monica has successfully opened a lawsuit to sue her school district for the inception of school board policy 8040—a policy that forces teachers to use a student’s preferred pronouns. She doesn’t believe in lying to children about their identity, and today she shares how she promotes best practices in the classroom despite the slow degradation of education over the last decade. Listen in to her conversation with Melvin on The State of Education to find encouragement for your next step in reclaiming education!
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Sep 21, 2022
Ep. 34 "From Venezuela to West Virginia: One Woman’s Journey to Change Education" - Guest Sen. Patricia Rucker
As a mother, educator, and State Senator, Patricia Rucker has learned a thing or two about education policy, community, and the hard work it takes to make practical dreams come true! Today she shares with Melvin Adams that as a student she was blessed with a great public school experience, and now in her legislative office, she seeks to make that a reality for all children in West Virginia. She does that by communicating with her constituents and fighting for legislation that provides exceptional resources for special needs children, educational choice, and much more! Listen in on today’s episode of The State of Education to learn how you can be a part of these vital tasks in your state!
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Sep 14, 2022
Ep. 33 "The Righteous Fight for Education Improvement " - Guest Ian Prior
The state of education didn’t get this way overnight. And it won’t improve overnight—but those who stick with it and commit to making change will see it, little by little. That’s what Ian Prior reminds us of on The State of Education podcast today. He is closely involved in organizations like Fight for Schools and America First Legal that are fighting to correct the wrongs in the system and support parents, teachers, and students.
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Sep 7, 2022
Ep. 32 "Are Schools Spending Your Money Wisely?" - Guest Ted Lamb (Part 2 of 2)
When it comes to school budgets, where does all the money go? Today’s guest, Ted Lamb, tells us about constricting federal policies that are funneling funds from the classroom and into unnecessary things. But, as a school board member, Ted has had a front-row opportunity to speak out against poor spending. Follow along with today’s episode of The State of Education & learn what it takes to be on your local school board and how you can contend with unfair policies!* *
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Aug 31, 2022
Ep. 31 "Are Schools Training Kids to be Weak?" - Guest Ted Lamb (Part 1 of 2)
You’ve heard of the 3 R’s… but what if we added a fourth? Resiliency. Ted Lamb — a high school history teacher — has noticed many declines in the school system throughout his 20+ year career. The purposeful formation of strong-minded students has suffered throughout time, causing kids to suffer as a consequence. Ted isn’t letting this stop him from giving his students a quality education, though. In today’s episode, he explains to Melvin that in his classroom, the students are introduced to methods of real learning that help them form critical-thinking skills that will serve them well for the rest of their lives.
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Aug 24, 2022
Ep. 30 "Equip Your Child to Face the World, Not Hide From it!" - Panel Discussion (Part 2 of 2)
As America continues to follow the growing LGBTQ movement, more and more adolescents are jumping on the trend. What are the consequences of pushing transgender ideology on children? The research is still new and tends to be slanted. Now more than ever, it is important for parents to be informed about what is going on at school and how it’s impacting their kids. This week’s episode features the conclusion to our discussion with three panelists, Dr. Kenyon Knapp, Lori Kuykendall, and Thomas Turner, on these topics and more!
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Aug 17, 2022
Ep. 29 "Are Schools Making our Kids Transgender?" - Panel Discussion (Part 1 of 2)
Dr. Kenyon Knapp, Lori Kuykendall, and Thomas Turner join Melvin Adams on The State of Education to discuss the impact of transgenderism on children. America’s schools are fraught with struggle over this issue. While some do a great job, some teachers and school boards are encouraging confusion among young people, and children are being led to make life-changing decisions before they even reach puberty! What can parents and teachers do to reclaim the truth and guide their kids through a value system that will help them have a healthy mindset regarding their sexuality? Listen in on today’s episode to hear how our guests answer that question and so many others!
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Aug 10, 2022
Ep. 28 "Finding Freedom Inside the Rules" - Guest Joel Hawbaker (Part 2 of 2)
Are you worried that your kids aren’t receiving the discipline they need when they go to their dad’s house? Or maybe you don’t agree with the way their mom is choosing to schedule their free time? Split families are hard to navigate, but it’s not impossible. In today’s episode, Melvin Adams concludes his interview with Joel Hawbaker—a teacher, coach, and dad of a blended family. Joel has practical, encouraging advice for divorced or separated parents on how to begin communicating about what’s best for their kids. He uses principles as a teacher and a sports coach to remind us of what is most important in life and the development of a child.
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Aug 3, 2022
Ep. 27 Special Report from Marie Rogerson: “Stand Fast in Liberty"
Where do our American ideas of Freedom come from? Interestingly enough, the Declaration of Independence never uses the word "freedom," but it mentions liberty. The famous Federalist Papers by James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Jay use the word "liberty" 150 times!
Marie Rogerson, Executive Director of Program Development of Moms for Liberty, believes that freedom is a spectrum, ranging from utter chaos to liberty—the truest form of freedom. Today's episode on The State of Education is an airing of Marie's speech at the Joyful Warrior National Moms for Liberty Summit held this month. Listen in and be inspired!
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Jul 27, 2022
Ep. 26 "Blended Doesn’t Equal Broken: Advice for Blended Families" - Guest Joel Hawbaker (Part 1 of 2)
Are you part of a blended family? Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, step-relative, or a teacher who interacts with these demographics, Joel Hawbacker has encouraging news for you! As a blended family dad and a teacher, he understands the nuanced and complex situations of blended family life. Joel shares data, stories, and practical tips with Melvin on The State of Education that will help you and your family navigate and thrive in everyday life!
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Jul 20, 2022
Ep. 25 "How to Turn Frustration into Fruitful Change" - Guest Josiah Gaiter (Part 2 of 2)
When America’s students brought the classroom to their living rooms, everything changed. The incredible wave of parental involvement collected momentum and formed a grassroots army. If you want to take part in education reform, it’ll never be a better time to dig in and fight. That’s what Josiah Gaiter tells our host, Melvin Adams, in today’s episode. It may feel like a giant weight, but with a little self-education, parents can, together, become the strongest advocates and protectors of our nation’s kids.
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Jul 13, 2022
Ep. 24 "Where Does Parenting Stop and Teaching Begin?" - Guest Josiah Gaiter (Part 1 of 2)
As a former homeschool and public school student, Josiah Gaiter has a well-rounded perspective on education choice. But his expertise doesn’t stop there—he’s also a teacher with experience in the classroom and one-on-one tutoring. In today’s episode, Josiah and Melvin explore the separate, yet complimentary, roles of parents and teachers. Understanding the distinction of each role helps parents and teachers do their jobs more effectively and sets children up for success.
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Jul 6, 2022
Ep. 23 "The Superpower of Perfect Practice" - Guest Dennis Gayness
When Dennis noticed that more and more students were suffering from ignorance he had to do something about it. These students weren’t dumb—they merely weren’t being taught how to learn. Dennis, an experienced martial artist, made a discovery about the power of perfect practice and repetition in the process of learning. Today, he discusses with Melvin the importance of developing a plan to learn and how to implement the Rule of 3 in order to retain necessary knowledge.
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Jun 29, 2022
Ep. 22 "America Can’t Afford To Let Public Education Die" - Guest Vinson Palathingal (Part 2 of 2)
In part two of our discussion with Vinson Palthingingal, we get a glimpse of the impact of immigration on a person’s education and career opportunities. The lonely insecurity most immigrants experience drives them to be hardworking and successful, Vinson says. As a STEM graduate and school board member, he also has unique insight into maintaining excellent education and pursuing more STEM opportunities for all American students.*
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Jun 22, 2022
Ep. 21 "Did America Forget About STEM Education?" - Guest Vinson Palathingal (Part 1 of 2)
Vinson Palathingal is a serial entrepreneur and engineer who lives in Fairfax County, Virginia. Vinson immigrated to America from Kerala, India because he wanted to build a stronger, better business in a free market. He has watched America outsource many jobs in the IT industry due to this country’s deficiency in STEM education. His passion is to help America strengthen its approach to STEM and begin leading the industry once again.
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Jun 15, 2022
Ep. 20 "Does Your Child Have Access to Porn at School?" - Guest Dawn Justice
Is porn acceptable in school libraries as long as it’s supporting a good story? Our guest Dawn Justice shares how this argument was used against a motion to remove graphically descriptive sexual novels from school libraries. As a mother and recently elected school board member, Dawn believes that parents are the best remedy to helping a child navigate today’s muddy waters of gender identity and graphic sexual content. Listen in to hear Melvin and Dawn share encouraging tips for 1) engaging with school leadership to prevent pornographic material, and 2) connecting with your children to have these awkward, but vital, conversations.
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Jun 8, 2022
Ep. 19 "Freeing Teachers from Usurping Unions" - Guest Rebecca Friedrichs
Melvin’s guest today is experienced educator Rebecca Friedrichs. In 2018, Rebecca helped fight and win a federal case which overturned laws forcing educators to join teachers’ unions. Since then, she has been a strong voice for teachers’ rights in the classroom, school options, and reversing the moral decline in America’s schools and culture.
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Jun 1, 2022
Ep. 18 "Age-Appropriate Sex Education in the Classroom" - Guest Lori Kuykendall
Is graphic sexual education in the classroom justified, or are political ideologies treating students like lab rats? Today, our guest is Lori Kuykendall, President of Beacon Health Resources in Dallas, Texas. Melvin and Lori discuss the differences between information and ideology, how education is a preventive measure, and the relevancy of teaching sex education in schools in a culture that barrages kids with unhealthy sexual ideas every day.
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May 25, 2022
Ep. 17 "The Secret Danger of Soft Bigotry" - Guest Marquell Moorer
On today’s episode, Melvin interviews Marquell Moorer, who was recently elected to his local school board in April 2022. Marquell shares how he struggled in the school system as a child and how his struggles continued upon entering college. He believes lowering education standards is a dangerous form of “soft bigotry” which promotes the opposite of the equality its proponents are seeking.
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May 18, 2022
Ep. 16 "A Case for Book Banning" - Guest Andrew Glover
Thank you for joining us on The State of Education with Melvin Adams. Today, Melvin interviews Andrew Glover, a parent advocating for change after discovering objectionable moral content in his kid’s public school curriculum. Andrew shares challenging experiences at school board meetings along with encouragement for parents seeking to get involved.
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May 9, 2022
Ep. 15 "The Curriculum Kaleidoscope: Woke Concepts and Cultural Correctness" - Guest Shelly Norden (Part 2 of 2)
Should taxpayer money fund teacher protests? In this conclusion of her interview, guest Shelly Norden shares with Melvin the harm of teacher and student protests during instruction hours—a previously unheard-of occurrence. They also discuss difficulties teachers face in disciplining students in a system designed to reward, not punish, misbehavior.
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May 2, 2022
Ep. 14 "Deep Equity: Something Doesn’t Add Up" - Guest Shelly Norden (Part 1 of 2)
In our school systems, is equity measured by equal opportunity or equal outcomes? Today, Melvin speaks with Shelly Norden, an award-winning educator who became troubled with new teacher “deep equity” training and the following decline in student success.
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Apr 18, 2022
Ep. 13 "Detox Technology: How to Reset Your Brain and Energize Your Emotions" - Guest Brad Huddleston (Part 2 of 2)
Sleep deprivation, depression, and suicide rates all have one common root: screens and other technology. Today, Brad Huddleston concludes his interview about the dangers and advantages of technology with helpful tips on conquering digital use and turning it to our advantage.
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Apr 11, 2022
Ep. 12 "Is Technology Hurting the Classroom?" - Guest Brad Huddleston (Part 1 of 2)
The use of technology in education can be controversial. In today’s episode, Brad Huddleston shares his experience and research on minimizing the harm and maximizing the wealth of the digital age.
*RESOURCES MENTIONED ON TODAY’S EPISODE:*
* Discover more about Brad on his website: https://bradhuddleston.com/
* Buy Brad’s book Digital Cocaine: A Journey Towards iBalance: https://bradhuddleston.com/shop
* Geneva-based ethics organization Brad writes for: https://www.globethics.net/home
* Brad recommends a book by Dr. Archibald Hart, Thrilled to Death How the Endless Pursuit of Pleasure Leaves Us Numb: https://www.amazon.com/Thrilled-Death-Endless-Pursuit-Pleasure/dp/0849918529
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Apr 4, 2022
Ep. 11 "Tax Payers, What’s in Your Public Library?" - Guest Don Blake
Are libraries for entertainment or learning? Join Melvin as he interviews Don Blake, the founding chairman of the Virginia Christian Alliance. Don has experience serving his county on local boards to promote and preserve biblical values. On today’s episode, Melvin and Don discuss what the function of public libraries should be along with how churches should use their influence to impact the community.
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Mar 28, 2022
Ep. 10 "Heroes of Change: Speaking Up" - Guest Tom McCracken (Part 2 of 2)
How do we eradicate bullying? Guest Tom McCracken answers this question with a ringing call to action after delving into faith, curriculum, and the heroism of teachers in spite of overwhelming obstacles.
*RESOURCES MENTIONED ON TODAY’S EPISODE:*
* *Check out the blog post Tom McCraken mentions about “teachers making too much” here: **https://pastorunity.com/2020/12/16/teachers-make-too-much-money/*
* *Read more of Tom’s thoughts on the bullying epidemic here: **https://noahwebstereducationalfoundation.org/peers-parents-and-policy-combating-bullying/*
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Mar 21, 2022
Ep. 9 "The Enemy Isn’t Each Other" - Guest Tom McCracken (Part 1 of 2)
In part one of this two part series, guest Tom McCracken shares his insight into the school system from the eyes of a pastor and educator. Tom and Melvin discuss the adversarial inner workings of many school administrations, how parents’ views on education have changed since COVID, and the best way to create bridges into the classroom.
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Mar 14, 2022
Ep. 8 "The Lasting Impact of Strong Leadership" - Special Edition
In this special edition of the State of Education, Melvin and guest co-host Shelbie Slater share highlights from NWEF’s recent School Board Summit. We also hear a snippet of Melvin’s interview on the Learn Right podcast with host Ron Nehring as they discuss common obstacles for school board members.
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* *Discover more about NWEF’s School Board Summit: https://summit.nwef.org/*
* *Listen to the complete episode of Learn Right with Ron Nehring here: **https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learn-right/id1583295271*
* *Prepare for school board service with our course **Introduction to School Boards** at **https://schoolboard.nwef.org*
* *Get more conservative leadership training at **https://leadershipinstitute.org*
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Mar 7, 2022
Ep. 7 "Breakdown of the American Family" - Guest Sheila Qualls (Part 2 of 2)
In this conclusion to Melvin’s interview with Sheila Qualls, the conversation turns from critical race theory to the troubling statistics on the family unit’s decline. The problem isn’t isolated to one skin color…no matter what the media says. Melvin and Sheila also discuss education’s role as an equalizer and why parents should take the choice of their child’s school into their own hands.
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* Check out her blog: https://thenotsoexcellentwife.com/
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Feb 28, 2022
Ep. 6 "Critical Race Theory: It's Not About Race?" - Guest Sheila Qualls (Part 1 of 2)
On today’s episode, our guest Sheila Qualls shares special insight into the debate over critical race theory as well as observations about Black History Month. She also highlights the importance of parents ingraining personal accountability into their children.
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Feb 22, 2022
Ep. 5 "Communication is King" - Guest Dr. Karen Hiltz (Part 2 of 2)
Should parents be allowed to choose the school they send their kids to? Today on The State of Education with Melvin Adams, our guest Dr. Karen Hiltz shares about her background as a public school board member, why she’s an advocate for school choice, and why educational policies must be developed with intentionality.
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* *Find Dr. Hiltz's book here: **https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B098K7N767/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i1*
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Feb 21, 2022
Ep. 4 "Should a School Be Run Like a Business?" - Guest Dr. Karen Hiltz (Part 1 of 2)
Should there be a U.S. Department of Education? Today, Melvin Adams speaks with NWEF board member Dr. Karen Hiltz on differences in federal, state, and local school system policies, the advantages to approaching the school budget like a business, and the constitutionality of the federal education system.
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* Follow her at The Apple Report.
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Feb 14, 2022
Ep. 3 "Distractions From Excellence" - Guest Jack Appleby (Part 3 of 3)
Melvin Adams and guest Jack Appleby conclude this three-part interview by analyzing common distractions for parents and school boards, identifying situations where abundant funding can actually hinder school "success," and discussing the central role principals play in the life of each individual student.
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Feb 7, 2022
Ep. 2 "Helping Students Select Career Paths Early" - Guest Jack Appleby (Part 2 of 3)
How early is too early to talk to teens about a career path? In Part 2 of 3, the involvement of parents and the advantages of a career plan are forefront in our guest Jack Appleby's mind.
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Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.
*Website: **https://www.nwef.org**
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Jan 31, 2022
Ep. 1 "The Critical Relationships in Education" - Guest Jack Appleby (Part 1 of 3)
Today, Melvin Adams interviews Jack Appleby and discusses the critical importance of the student-teacher relationship which Appleby upholds is where "the magic happens" in education. They also cover the impact of high stake testing and curriculum.
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Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.
*Website: **https://www.nwef.org**
Reach out:* info@nwef.org
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