K-12 Education: Untangled — Trends, Issues, and Parental Actions for Public Schools

About K-12 Education: Untangled — Trends, Issues, and Parental Actions for Public Schools

Raising kids can be tough! I know because I’ve been a single mom who raised two kids on my own. And when they get in the K-12 public education system, learning the ins and outs of that system can get you all tangled up, especially when you’re a parent of color (POC). Navigating K–12 public education can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. Hosted by Dr. Kim J. Fields, K-12 Public Education Insights: Helping Parents of Color Build Strong Family-School Partnerships equips parents with the knowledge, confidence, and practical strategies to become effective advocates for their children and trusted partners with their schools. Each episode explores family engagement, parent advocacy, navigating K–12 public education, educational equity, and parent leadership through conversations, expert insights, and practical guidance you can apply in everyday situations. Whether you're preparing for a parent-teacher conference, understanding school policies, supporting your child's learning, or strengthening communication with educators, you'll gain tools that help you take informed action. Produced by Liberation Through Education, this podcast is dedicated to empowering parents of color to build lasting family-school partnerships that help their children thrive in school. Learn more about The Skills Builder Academy™ and additional family resources at https://liberationthrougheducation.com (https://liberationthrougheducation.com).

Publisher

Kim J. Fields

Category

education · education · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Mar 2022

Latest episode

13 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

189 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Episode 185: Who Really Benefits When School Choice Goes Federal

   "Send me a Text Message!" I break down what the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit is, how it works, and why the details could reshape school choice options for K-12 families starting in 2027. I also share practical steps to track whether your state opts in, what eligibility could look like, and how to prepare for timelines that may affect access. • What the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit law does and when it starts • How donations to scholarship granting organizations turn into stud...

2. 

   6 Oct 2026

   Episode 184: Connect Before Correct For Calmer Parenting

   "Send me a Text Message!" Punishment can feel like the fastest way to stop a problem, but what if it’s also the fastest way to shut down trust? I sit down with Dr. Cheryl Wilson, an educator and former principal with decades of experience and a certified positive discipline parent educator, to unpack what really happens when we use control, threats, or harsh consequences to manage kids’ behavior, and what to do instead when we want lasting change. We get honest about the discipline many of u...

3. 

   29 Sept 2026

   Episode 183: Are We Fixing Grading Or Hiding Failure?

   "Send me a Text Message!" One missing assignment can wreck a report card, but does that “zero” reflect learning, responsibility, or just a broken math problem? I’m Dr. Kim J. Fields, and I’m unpacking a grading trend that’s showing up in districts across the country: non-zero grading, also called grading floors. You’ll hear why some states and districts push back on 50% minimum grades, why others adopt them as a safety net, and how these policies can change what an A through F really means fo...

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YouTube views

80

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 74 / 100

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Quality

96

Social presence

0

YouTube

63

Engagement

68

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