The Parent Teacher Conference

Raising learners one critical conversation at a time.
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We know you're busy, and we know you want the best for your kids. But, with so much conflicting advice out there, who can you trust? We are two moms, academics, and educators with over 20 years of combined classroom experience. In The Parent-Teacher Conference, we do the heavy lifting for you. We dive into relevant and pressing topics—from big tech in schools to emotional intelligence—translating "academic-speak" into digestible, real-world advice. It’s part research, part storytelling, and a whole lot of heart. Join us and our expert guests as we aim to support you in raising a learner, one critical conversation at a time. theptconference.substack.com

Episodes

  1. AI in the Classroom: A Parent's Guide

    FEB 9

    AI in the Classroom: A Parent's Guide

    Navigating AI in Education: Insights for Parents and Educators In this episode, Kristy and Stephanie explore the rapidly evolving role of AI in schools, its potential benefits, risks, and the importance of maintaining human connection and relational learning. They share practical guidance, resources, and questions to help you think critically about AI's place in your child's educational journey. Timestamps: (00:17) – Introduction to the podcast and hosts’ backgrounds (06:58) – What is AI and how is it used in schools? (10:10) – Concerns about AI replacing relational learning (13:32) – The social and emotional impacts of AI on connection (17:12) – The role of grades and performance in AI reliance (18:57) – Summarizing the lack of regulation and privacy risks (35:28) – Opportunities and guidance for AI in education from Common Sense Media (37:08) – Critical questions for evaluating AI tools (38:21) – Next episodes preview on companion AI and brain development Resources: AI and Our Kids - Common Sense Media https://www.commonsensemedia.org/sites/default/files/featured-content/final-ai-and-our-kids-final-for-web.pdf References: PEW Research Study: https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2025/01/15/about-a-quarter-of-us-teens-have-used-chatgpt-for-schoolwork-double-the-share-in-2023/ KPMG Study: https://kpmg.com/ca/en/home/media/press-releases/2024/10/students-using-gen-ai-say-they-are-not-learning-as-much.html Harvard Graduate School of Education: https://www.gse.harvard.edu/ideas/usable-knowledge/24/09/students-are-using-ai-already-heres-what-they-think-adults-should-know Canadian Teacher’s Federation: AI in Public Education https://www.ctf-fce.ca/take-action/ai-in-public-education/ Ontario Framework for AI: https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontarios-trustworthy-artificial-intelligence-ai-framework Additional Notes: This is the first in a series investigating AI and education—stay tuned for deeper dives into companion AI and expert insights into the developing brain. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theptconference.substack.com

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We know you're busy, and we know you want the best for your kids. But, with so much conflicting advice out there, who can you trust? We are two moms, academics, and educators with over 20 years of combined classroom experience. In The Parent-Teacher Conference, we do the heavy lifting for you. We dive into relevant and pressing topics—from big tech in schools to emotional intelligence—translating "academic-speak" into digestible, real-world advice. It’s part research, part storytelling, and a whole lot of heart. Join us and our expert guests as we aim to support you in raising a learner, one critical conversation at a time. theptconference.substack.com

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