Failing Schools: Why Are Public Schools Failing Our Children?
Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with Chris Papst, an award-winning investigative reporter and the author of the book The Failure Factory. Chris
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Is Your Kid’s School a Failure Factory? Chris Papst on Failing Schools and Why Common Sense Left the Building (+ 3 Ways to Reclaim Your Child’s Future)
Today on The Literacy Keys, we are diving deep into a topic that is often whispered about but rarely confronted head-on: the reality of failing schools.
I’m joined by award-winning investigative reporter Chris Papst, author of The Failure Factory, to pull back the curtain on the institutional gaps that leave so many of our neurodiverse learners behind. If you’ve ever felt like your child was just a number on a spreadsheet or that common sense doesn't exist during a frustrating IEP meeting, this episode about failing schools is for you.
We often find ourselves asking, ”why are public schools failing?” and the answer is rarely about a lack of potential in our kids. It’s more about a system that isn't built to prioritize them. We’re moving past the ”wait and fail” model to give you the truth about how the system operates and, more importantly, how you can reclaim control. There is a path forward, one small win at a time.
After listening, you’ll:
Understand the ”Failure Factory” incentive structure that contributes to failing schools.
Spot the institutional red flags early to ensure your child gets specific, effective intervention.
Gain the confidence to challenge administrative decisions by understanding the ”money trail” that often dictates classroom priorities.
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Resources mentioned:
The Failure Factory by Chris Papst: [https://a.co/d/07iEYZhS]
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