Are Report Cards Hiding the Truth...
Are Report Cards Hiding the Truth About Your Child's Education?

Foundations of Learning by Shali Flint

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Are schools truly preparing our kids for success, or are parents being kept in the dark? In this episode, I explore the shocking disconnect between what parents believe about their children’s academic performance and the stark reality of national proficiency data. Inspired by a recent Time article, we’ll explore why 90% of parents think their kids excel, while only a fraction meet grade-level standards.

We’ll unpack:

The hidden flaws in report cards and why they don’t always reflect academic achievement.

How systemic issues and outdated teaching methods have contributed to stagnant progress for decades.

The fear that prevents teachers from having honest conversations with parents—and what we can do about it.

As both a former educator and future homeschooling mom, I share actionable steps to h ... 

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