An expert and a mom discuss the state of education in Colorado. This engaging videocast features Ross Izard, an education policy expert and Erin Brantley, a mom who is passionate about education policy.
Homeschooling, private schools, public schools… we cover it all!
Learning Curve breaks down education policy so parents and citizens can understand what’s really happening in their schools. Hosted by Colorado parent and activist Erin Brantley and education policy expert Ross Izard, the show takes listeners inside the world of school choice, funding, legislation, school boards, and the policies shaping K–12 education. Each episode translates complex education policy into plain language, helping parents understand where decisions come from—and how they can get involved before those decisions impact their kids. If you care about schools, education policy, and the future of Colorado classrooms, Learning Curve gives you the insight you need to stay informed and engaged.
In this episode of Learning Curve, Erin Brantley and Ross Izard break down the different teaching models used in schools and why they matter for parents and students.
They discuss STEM, Core Knowledge, traditional public schools, and charter schools, explaining how each model approaches learning differently and why some students may thrive in one environment more than another.
The conversation also covers Colorado’s READ Act, literacy instruction, school choice, and the importance of parents staying informed and involved in their child’s education.
Every child learns differently, and understanding how schools teach can help parents make better educational choices for their kids.
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