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June 5, 2025 • 31 mins

🎙️ Welcome back to Pam and the Purple Couch! In this powerful episode, host Pamela Furr and co-host Loki Depristo are joined by the inspiring and insightful Tracey Duharte, a seasoned educator and Puzzle Box Academy inspiring teacher Megan Robertson, to dive deep into the realities of teaching in today’s world. This isn’t just another chat about schools—it’s an honest, heartfelt look at how education is evolving and what that means for teachers, students, and families.Together, Pam and Mrs. Parker explore:The biggest challenges facing today’s teachersWhy behavior and emotional needs are becoming more complexThe role of advocacy, compassion, and community in effective educationHow educators are adapting with creativity, resilience, and careWhether you're a parent trying to support your child, a teacher navigating burnout, or a community member who wants to understand what schools really need, this episode will give you insight, encouragement, and practical takeaways.📌 “Teaching Today: Challenges, Changes, and Care” isn’t just about what’s hard—it’s about what’s possible. It’s about the powerful impact of teachers who care deeply, parents who show up, and communities that come together to create inclusive, thriving learning environments.📲 Drop a comment, share with someone who needs to hear this, and don’t forget to subscribe to catch future episodes.✨ Let’s build a better tomorrow—one conversation at a time.🎧 Available on Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you listen to podcasts!#TeachingToday #PamAndThePurpleCouch #MrsParker #EducationReform #NeurodivergentSupport #TeacherVoices #InclusiveLearning #EducationMatters #PurpleCouchPodcast

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