In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Valencia Harris—nonprofit leader, educator, mother, and advocate—joins Blake and Kara for a passionate discussion about the intersection of education, mental health, and parenting.
With her signature warmth and eloquence, Dr. V shares personal stories about raising her son, navigating the public education system, and what it really means to empower young minds.
💡 Topics covered include:
* The importance of parental advocacy in education
* How early testing shapes student identity and performance
* Empowerment over lesson plans: co-creating learning with students
* Balancing empathy, accountability, and structure at home and in schools
* Building future leaders through critical thinking and perspective-taking
Whether you’re a parent, educator, or leader in any space, this episode offers deep insights into how we can better support growth, learning, and humanity in our systems—starting with the kids at our kitchen tables.
To follow Dr. V, go to:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/valencia-hicks-harris-phd-8a4a4a212/
To learn more about Kara Kirby, go to:
To learn more about Blake Cohen, go to:
https://BlakeEvanCohen.com or https://TheMindCapital.com
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