Schooled Policy

Abigail Gray
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Schooled Policy aims to bring transparency to the development of education policies in Texas and the effects those policies have on our public schools. Like and subscribe for monthly episode updates! Author and producer Abby Gray is a former elementary educator who has been independently researching and reporting on education policies since 2023. While teaching has always been her dream job, she left public schools after 7 years to focus on addressing the systemic issues in education resulting from government policy. She earned her Master's in Curriculum and Instruction, and is currently completing her Master's in Public Affairs at UT Austin. Follow on TikTok or Instagram for more frequent updates on education policy news here in Texas: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@schooledpolicy Instagram: instagram.com/schooledpolicy

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    The Mississippi Miracle

    Mississippi's fourth-grade reading scores went from ranking nearly last in the nation (49th) to the national average in just 6 years. This unbelievable growth happened after Mississippi lawmakers passed a series of reforms specifically targeting reading. What did Mississippi do right, and can their results be replicated? In this episode, Dr. von Hippel from the University of Texas at Austin shares findings from his own research into the Mississippi Miracle. Sources: https://www.nationsreportcard.gov/profiles/stateprofile/overview/ms?cti=PgTab_ScoreComparisons&sub=RED&chort=1&year=2013R3&st=MN&sfj=NP&sj=MS&tss=2013R3 Schwartz, Sarah. (2022, July 20). Which States Have Passed 'Science of Reading' Laws? What's in Them? Education Week. Retrieved Month Day, Year from https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/which-states-have-passed-science-of-reading-laws-whats-in-them/2022/07

  2. May 8

    Required Reading Lists for Texas Public Schools

    Texas is about to require specific texts to be read in language arts courses. Some of those texts include Bible verses. Today, I'm digging into how this policy came to exist, the rationale that the Texas Education Agency and State Board of Education are using to justify pushing it into our standards, and the political forces that have expedited the process. Host and editor: Abby Gray  Want more education policy news? Follow my socials:    / schooledpolicy     / schooledpolicy   Sources- House Bill 1605: https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R... TEA required reading list (draft): https://tea.texas.gov/academics/instr... TEA Jan 9th, 2025 presentation to the board: https://tea.texas.gov/academics/instr... TEA Nov 19th, presentation to the board: https://tea.texas.gov/academics/instr... Cultural Literacy Reconsidered (Ernest House et. al): https://www1.udel.edu/educ/whitson/89... E.D. Heirch Photo: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Mississippi Department of Ed, Training Slide Deck: https://mdek12.org/wp-content/uploads... Derek Thomson Episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6AFC... Greg Abbot Proclamation: https://gov.texas.gov/uploads/files/p... CAIR Website (Dispelling Rumors): https://www.cair.com/dispelling-rumor... Video of Julie Pickren on Real America's Voice:   / 1691945642053126   Julie Pickren SBOE Facebook:   / julie4sboe   Brandon Hall Facebook:   / hallfortexas

  3. 01/06/2024

    School Vouchers

    In this episode, I explain what school vouchers are, and the function they are supposed to serve. As I dig into the details of the Utah, Arizona, and Indiana voucher programs, issues are revealed that show how vouchers really do not provide school choice for populations of students that cannot afford to pay for alternative schooling. Music from Podcast.co featuring the songs Raining again, Wind Down, and Balearic Paradox Reference materials for this episode: Idealschool.com- Utah voucher program Edchoice.org article- Utah voucher program Salt Lake Tribune article Arizona- Grand Canyon Institute Raise Your Hand Texas Indiana Department of Education report Thank you to Mr. Andrew on TikTok for your contribution to this episode!

    School Vouchers

  4. 11/16/2023

    About the Host and Purpose of Teacher Nuggets

    In this episode, I detail my education background, explain why I created Teacher Nuggets, and describe what I hope to achieve/ bring awareness to through this platform. Music from Podcast.co featuring the songs Raining again and Balearic Paradox

    About the Host and Purpose of Teacher Nuggets

  5. 10/13/2023

    What's Wrong with Our Education System? Pt. 3

    In this final part of the "What's wrong with our Education System?" conversation, me and my friend Kaylynn Trevillion look at how the pedagogical practices (teaching styles) of educators are commonly centered around the teacher rather than the student. We discuss reasons for why this approach is so prevalant in education as well as reasons why it should be retired. Music from Podcast.co featuring the songs Raining again and Balearic Paradox

    What's Wrong with Our Education System? Pt. 3

  6. 09/19/2023

    What's Wrong with Our Education System? Pt. 2

    Welcome back to the conversation hosted by me and my friend Kaylynn Trevillion where we detail  some issues with American Education. Part 2 of this three part conversation focuses in on the downfalls of curriculum and academic focus in America. Listen in as we share opinions on why this education focus is a detriment to true learning, and the rippling effects it has on student futures. Music from Podcast.co featuring the songs Wind Down, Raining again, and Balearic Paradox

    What's Wrong with Our Education System? Pt. 2

  7. 07/11/2023

    What's Wrong with Our Education System? Pt. 1

    Today's episode is part 1 in a three part series where I am joined by my friend Kaylynn Trevillion, to discuss some issues in the American education system. In part 1, we overview the teacher shortage, burnout, and low teacher pay.  Music from Podcast.co featuring the songs Wind Down, Raining again, and Balearic Paradox

    What's Wrong with Our Education System? Pt. 1

  8. 06/15/2023

    Theories of Learning (Part 2 of Philosophy)

    Today's episode features part 2 of our dive into philosophy, this round focused on the 3 theories of learning which attempt to explain HOW learning happens. I'll give you a crash course over Behaviorism, Cognitivism, and Humanism and explain what these theories look like in action in the classroom. Listen to uncover which theory you most align with in order to shape the way you deliver instruction. Music from Podcast.co featuring the songs Wind Down, Coffee & Conversation, Raining again, and Balearic Paradox **Special shoutout to #1 fan of the show: Grandpa Gary!

    Theories of Learning (Part 2 of Philosophy)

  9. 03/16/2023

    Philosophies of Education (Part 1 of Philosophy)

    Today's episode features part 1 of our dive into philosophy. I introduce the basics of 4 philosophical schools of thought, and the education pholosophies that were born from them. Listen to learn about these different ways of thinking, and find out why it is important to choose your own philosophy. Music: Balearic Paradox from Podcast.co Curriculum Foundations Textbook: Ornstein, A. C., & Hunkins, F. P. (2017). Curriculum: Foundations, principles, and issues (7th ed.).  Boston: Pearson Education, Inc. Link Article by Douglas McDermid describing pragmatism: https://iep.utm.edu/pragmati/#:~:text=Pragmatism%20is%20a%20philosophical%20movement,ideas%20are%20to%20be%20rejected Crash Course Philosophy video describing existentialism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YaDvRdLMkHs

    Philosophies of Education (Part 1 of Philosophy)

  10. 03/16/2023

    Behavior Grading

    On this episode of the Teacher Nuggets Podcast, I talk about the effects of "behavior grading", a term I use for giving grades based on work ethic or lack thereof. Does this practice help or harm in the grand scheme of things? Let's dig into it.   Music: Balearic Paradox from Podcast.co

    Behavior Grading
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Schooled Policy aims to bring transparency to the development of education policies in Texas and the effects those policies have on our public schools. Like and subscribe for monthly episode updates! Author and producer Abby Gray is a former elementary educator who has been independently researching and reporting on education policies since 2023. While teaching has always been her dream job, she left public schools after 7 years to focus on addressing the systemic issues in education resulting from government policy. She earned her Master's in Curriculum and Instruction, and is currently completing her Master's in Public Affairs at UT Austin. Follow on TikTok or Instagram for more frequent updates on education policy news here in Texas: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@schooledpolicy Instagram: instagram.com/schooledpolicy

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  • Creator
    Abigail Gray
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023
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    Schooled Policy