Parents as Customers: A conversation with Debra Ross
In education, how should we conceive of the parent as a customer? This week, join us for a discussion with Deb Ross, founder of KidsOutAndAbout.com, as we dig into questions of parenting, choice, and what parents really want from schools.
Debra E. Ross is the founder, publisher, and CEO of Kids Out And About, LLC, a media and marketing company whose purpose is to celebrate what local communities offer their residents and visitors, on two main platforms: KidsOutAndAbout.com and BeyondTheNest.com. KidsOutAndAbout.com, originally launched in the Rochester area in 2001, focuses on activities for kids, teens, and families. BeyondTheNest.com, launched in 2016, connects local adult audiences with their community's arts, culture, and recreation options. The sites provide comprehensive calendar and resource lists for 45 local regions across the U.S. and Canada, attracting 15 million unique visitors per year.
9 Feb 2023
Learning from a Mentor: A conversation with Audrey Wisch
Mentoring is the oldest model of education, but it is uncommon today. Why is so effective? Why is it now rare? Why does it still matter? Join us for a discussion with Audrey Wisch of Curious Cardinals.
Audrey Wisch is the Co-Founder and CEO of Curious Cardinals, an ed-tech company that empowers K-12 students to explore and pursue their passions with the guidance of a network of college mentors. Audrey has shared her grand vision on Forbes and CNN, and was recognized this year in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Education and Youngest category. You can find Audrey on Twitter, @AudreyWisch, and learn more about Curious Cardinals on their website, https://www.curiouscardinals.com/.
10 Jan 2023
Independence Through Risk: A Conversation with Lenore Skenazy
Join us for a chat with Lenore Skenazy, of Free Range Kids and Let Grow, about raising independent children—why it’s so important, why it’s so hard for parents and educators to get right, and how to do it.
Lenore Skenazy is president of Let Grow, a non-profit promoting childhood independence and resilience, and founder of the Free-Range Kids movement. She is also a speaker, blogger, syndicated columnist, author, and reality show host. You can find Lenore on Twitter, @FreeRangeKids, and learn more about her work on her website, https://www.freerangekids.com/.
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