🎓 Why do the same students always end up in summer school? In this thought-provoking episode of Education Insights Daily, Dr. Josh Mack explores the real reasons behind recurring summer school attendance and whether it's time to rethink the traditional school calendar. Is year-round schooling the solution to learning loss, low achievement, and educational inequity?This episode breaks down the "summer slide," analyzes national data, and features real voices from students and educators. We compare the pros and cons of summer school vs. year-round models, backed by research and real-world examples. You'll hear about reduced burnout, improved retention, and why short breaks throughout the year may lead to better long-term outcomes.If you're an educator, parent, or policymaker trying to solve persistent academic gaps, this episode is a must-watch.✅ LIKE this video to support education reform🗣️ COMMENT with your experiences in summer or year-round school📌 SUBSCRIBE to join the Education Insight Daily community#EducationInsightsDaily#SummerSchool#YearRoundSchooling#LearningLoss#EquityInEducation#K12Education#EducationalReform#SummerSlide#EdPolicy#AcademicAchievement#JoshMack#EducationPodcast#BackToSchool#InstructionalTime#SchoolReform#ParentVoices#TeacherVoices#EdLeadership#EducationTrends #EdTalksDaily

Wow. In just 10 days since launching Education Insights Daily, we’ve welcomed over 1,400 subscribers to the channel—and that says a lot about the power and relevance of this platform’s message.

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In this conversation, Dr. Josh Mack discusses the impact ofsocial media on students, highlighting the silent battle occurring in schools regarding screen time and mental health. He explores the power of social mediafor learning and community building, while also addressing the risks associated with excessive use, including addiction and cyberbullying. The discussion emphasizes the importance of digital literacy and responsible navigation of the digital world, advocating for a balanced approach to technology in education.

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With over 600 views and nearly 140 subscribers on Day 1 alone, this growing community proves that while education may not always grab headlines, it is essential to our global future.

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In this powerful episode of Education Insights, Dr. Josh Mack—a veteran educator, policy advocate, and national thought leader in K–12 reform—tackles one of the most debated issues in American education: social promotion in grades K–8. Drawing from years of experience and fresh input from teachers and parents, Dr. Mack explores the academic, emotional, and systemic consequences of promoting students who haven't met grade-level standards.

📉 Hear how recent case studies from New York City and Los Angeles reveal the pitfalls of unchecked promotion policies, including growing achievement gaps and overwhelmed classrooms.

🌟 Discover how districts like Montgomery County, MD and Charlotte-Mecklenburg, NC are redefining success by pairing promotion with accountability and wraparound supports.

Whether you're a parent, teacher, principal, or policymaker, this episode gives you the facts, the context, and the professional insight you need to be informed—and empowered.

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