choosing a school

Choose your own adventure—sort of? As vouchers become an increasingly talked about and politicized topic, Jimmy breaks down what school vouchers are, the pros and cons of using them, and key questions that every family should ask before choosing a new school. Journey from Sweden to Wisconsin, from struggling public schools to elite private academies, from standardized tests to controversial catechisms. Wizards, mutants, and Delta SkyMiles Members are welcome.

If you're considering a new school for your kids, this episode is especially for you!

Kickin' It New School is a podcast about challenging some of the long-standing assumptions in education and exploring how we can reach this current generation. Whether you're a homeschool parent, teacher, or someone interested in ed policy, this show is for you. Tell me your success story or ask a question at https://jimmyleonard.com/podcast/.

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Choosing a school is a huge decision for families with kids who learn and think differently. One concern is whether special education is better in high-income schools. Another is how IEPs serve kids in racially diverse or low-income schools.  

Hosts Julian Saavedra and Marissa Wallace take on tough questions from Understood users about how IEPs differ between schools based on income. They discuss how race, diversity, and wealth play a role in the special education services that kids get. 

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