Courageous Conversations About Our Schools

Facilitates civil dialogue among education stakeholders on controversial public school issues

Primary audience
Education Community
Work area
Dialogue Facilitation
Topic
Public Education Policy

About Organization

This organization produces a podcast series bringing together parents, educators, board members, and community leaders to discuss divisive topics in public education. The initiative addresses culture war debates including health policies, curriculum content, and classroom discussions of current events. It promotes respectful discourse where school communities have experienced polarization and disrupted governance.

What They Focus On

Education Culture Wars

Addressing polarized debates over curriculum content, health policies, and how schools handle controversial topics

Civil Discourse

Promoting respectful dialogue and listening skills among stakeholders with sharply divergent views on schooling

School Governance

Helping board meetings and community forums return to productive problem-solving amid contentious disagreements

How They Work

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  • 01

    Convene Stakeholders

    Bring together parents, educators, board members, and community members with diverse perspectives

  • 02

    Frame Issues

    Present controversial education topics clearly while acknowledging multiple legitimate viewpoints

  • 03

    Facilitate Dialogue

    Guide civil conversations where participants speak from the heart and listen respectfully

  • 04

    Share Insights

    Distribute conversations through podcast format to inform broader school communities nationwide

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Courageous Conversations About Our Schools

Podcast Series

Audio conversations featuring diverse education stakeholders discussing controversial topics affecting public schools

Stakeholder Dialogue Forums

Platforms for parents, teachers, and board members to engage in respectful exchanges on divisive issues

Team & Leadership

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