Sometimes, your child forgets to share the notes from their backpack that tell you everything that’s happening at their school. On Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast, we give you the inside scoop on how to help your child succeed—in school and at home. We discuss real issues with parents and experts—from handling homework to school discipline—to support you every step of the way! Join the conversation using #BackpackNotes and learn more at PTA.org/BackpackNotes.
From addressing climate change to destigmatizing mental health, young people are stepping up as leaders to create a better world. Our hosts talked with DeNora Getachew, CEO of DoSomething.org, to learn how we can empower youth to create change. DeNora shares about the causes most important to young people, how they're getting involved and what families and educators can do to encourage service learning.
Visit DoSomething.org to learn more and follow @DoSomething (https://twitter.com/dosomething) on social media.
From the Archives: Listen to Raising Kids Who Change the World with Marley Dias (https://www.pta.org/the-center-for-family-engagement/podcast/notes-from-the-backpack/raising-children-who-change-the-world).
Explore more resources on service learning on National PTA’s Healthy Lifestyles page (https://www.pta.org/home/programs/Healthy-Lifestyles/mental-health/for-families#popup7).
21 Feb 2024
Reimagining What Schools Look Like
It’s time to think creatively about school reform! Co-CEO of Transcend Education Aylon Samouha joined the show to share the latest in school transformation. Tune in to explore the purpose of education, innovative learning models and the journey towards creating extraordinary, equitable learning environments.
Visit TranscendEducation.org (http://transcendeducation.org) to check out the Innovative Models Exchange (https://transcendeducation.org/the-innovative-models-exchange/), Leaps for Equitable 21st Century Learning (https://transcendeducation.org/leaps-for-equitable-21st-century-learning/) and more!
Follow Transcend Education on social media at @TranscendBuilds (https://www.facebook.com/TranscendBuilds).
Read “Parents Want More From Their Child’s K-12 Education. Here are Five Ways to Find it. (https://ptaourchildren.org/five-ways-to-choose-a-k12-school/)” in PTA’s Our Children online magazine.
7 Feb 2024
Behind the Scenes in the School Cafeteria
How can families partner with schools to ensure their children are enjoying nutritious meals? Our hosts talked with Briana Webster-Campbell, the managing director of Center for Best Practices at No Kid Hungry to get an inside look into the school cafeteria. Briana shares how schools determine what foods to serve, how families can get more involved and why your child’s cinnamon roll may be healthier than you think!
Learn more (https://bestpractices.nokidhungry.org/) about No Kid Hungry and explore their tools and webinars.
Share Our Strength School Meal Finder: Text FOOD to 304-304 to find food sites near you!
Explore more tips and resources on National PTA’s Healthy Lifestyles page (https://www.pta.org/home/programs/Healthy-Lifestyles).
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