Welcome to Capitol in the Classroom, where Texas education policy meets real-life classrooms! We're three AISD educators on a mission to unpack how TXLEGE decisions shape the work happening in our schools.This isn't about politics- it's about elevating voices in public education so that our students can thrive.
Strong Schools, Strong Economy: A Conversation with Dr. Jamie Wilson
Former Denton ISD Superintendent Dr. Jamie Wilson joins us to discuss leadership, school funding, accountability, and the powerful connection between strong public schools and a thriving Texas economy. He also shares how educators and community members can advocate for public education while staying focused on what matters most—serving students and shaping the future.
24 Mar 2026
All Things Texas Public Education with Jason Whitely
In this episode of Capitol to the Classroom, we’re joined by award-winning journalist and WFAA Senior Political Reporter Jason Whitely for an insightful, real-world look at the current state of public education in Texas. Fresh off the primary elections, we dive into what the results mean for educators, students, and communities across the state. From the growing momentum behind school vouchers (ESAs) to the realities of school funding, Jason helps us break down what’s happening—and what could...
20 Jan 2026
New Year, New Goals!
New year, new goals—and a BIG election year ahead! 🎉 In this episode of Capitol to the Classroom, we’re breaking down how educators and community members can get plugged in without feeling overwhelmed. From why state and local elections matter just as much (if not more!) than federal races, to practical ways to advocate using your own story, this episode is all about turning “I care, but I don’t know where to start” into confident action. We talk funding, property taxes, trusted resources, an...
27 Oct 2025
Student Voices on HB1481- "The Cell Phone Ban"
We’re thrilled to welcome three incredible Argyle ISD seniors — Kevin Cantrell, Emerson Payne, and Sunnie Fenoglio — to the podcast! In this episode, we dive into the real-time impact of House Bill 1481, exploring how it’s shaping student experiences right here in AISD. We’ll unpack what the law means, how our Argyle representatives voted, and what we’re already seeing in our schools as we wrap up the first quarter. 💬 Coming up next: our November Q&A episode — powered by you! We want to h...
22 Sept 2025
Welcome to Capitol to the Classroom!
In our very first episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on how three AISD educators found themselves stepping into the world of advocacy for Texas public education. We’ll share how we got started speaking up on behalf of our school district, break down where things stand right now in the legislative process (in simple, classroom-friendly terms!), and explain how it all works without the political jargon. 🍎 Most importantly, we’re casting a vision for what’s ahead: future episodes filled wit...
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