Ask The Educators

Reaching consensus prevents meetings from turning adversarial. This episode focuses on the importance of meshing ideas during the compromise process so that parents and educators can support the decisions even if they don’t totally agree, which Bud and Jacobson define as “reaching consensus.” An example of the antithesis of reaching consensus is a school district telling parents ‘This is the program we offer for students with your child’s learning needs.’ In this case, parents feel their voices don’t matter and become ‘the unhappy minority.’ The goal is to find a path to consensus.

What is Ask The Educators?

Peggy Bud and Tamara Jacobson are the voices behind Ask the Educators, bringing together over 60 years of experience as teachers and administrators. They believe that the child’s voice must be at the center of all conversations. Best practices highlight the importance of parents and educators building a strong, positive partnership to support student success.

Each episode of Ask the Educators takes a deep dive into relevant 21st Century topics. Through animated conversations, Peggy and Tamara break down the what, why, and how of each podcast by sharing their expertise and professional knowledge. They leave their listeners with practical, easy-to-use strategies to foster collaboration within the child’s community of practice. The purpose of each podcast is to equip parents and educators with tools and perspectives that can help ensure each child receives the support they need.