Why Our Schools Are Failing and How to Fix It with Dr. Caprice Young
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Why Our Schools Are Failing and How to Fix It with Dr. Caprice Young

Millions of students across the US and the world are currently unable to read at or above grade level.

We are witnessing a massive disconnect between a 100 year old industrial education model and the actual needs of our children.

But what if we knew exactly why this was the case and had a blueprint for how to solve it?

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Dr. Caprice Young, a transformational education leader and the CEO and Superintendent of Navigator Schools.

With more than 20 years of experience in public education, Caprice is a former president of the Los Angeles School Board, and in this essential conversation, we explore the powerful framework that has enabled her schools to consistently achieve student scores three to six times as high as their neighbors.

If you are a parent, a teacher, or someone who is ready to apply a highly successful model of transformation to secure the future for our children, this episode is a must-listen.


In This Episode, You Will Learn:
  • Why a “strength-based” interaction is the only way to build lasting excellence in others.
  • The “Squads Model”: How grouping students to teach each other increases engagement.
  • How AI is being used to analyze the “process” of solving math problems rather than just checking the right box.
  • The “hair tie” trick: A kinesthetic tool for adults to maintain control during emotional escalations.
  • Why unbundling traditional education paths is the future of personalized growth.
  • The profound impact of a 20-minute daily “no-cell-phone” ritual for families and teams.

What We Discuss:
00:00 – Introduction
01:22 – Interview with Dr. Caprice Young: Transforming Education
02:30 – The Stark Reality of the Current Education System
04:37 – Personal Mission and Background of Dr. Caprice Young
09:31 –  Innovative Approaches in Charter Schools
10:56 – Innovative Teaching Methods and Technology
16:34 – Addressing Learning Differences with AI and Brain Science
21:10 – Scaling Personalized Education and School Choice
31:39 – Personalized Education Through Unbundling
33:17 – Innovative School Programs and Extended Hours
35:45 – Addressing Mental Health and Family Challenges
39:05 – The Importance of Communication Skills
42:28 – Effective Teamwork with Squads
48:18 – Adapting Education for Individual Needs
50:05 – Creating Individualized Learning Programs
51:00 – Nurturing Children’s Strengths and Beliefs
59:21 – The Importance of Unconditional Love
1:04:50 – Building a Healthy School Culture
1:09:18 – Teaching Metacognitive Skills
1:11:11 – Effective Parenting Strategies
1:29:40 – Rapid Fire Questions
1:32:03 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts


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