# The Future of HISD & Fostering Connection for Healthy Communities

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Podcast: [Growing Up In America: The Way It Is](https://stenobird.com/podcast/growing-up-in-america-the-way-it-is-6419419)
Published: 2026-06-04T05:49:16+00:00
Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/growingupinamerica/2884489
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Duration seconds: 3476

## Resource

On this episode, Dr. Bob Sanborn and co-host Brian Greene , President & CEO of the Houston Food Bank, explore key issues impacting children, families, and communities across Houston and Texas. Community Well-Being & Belonging: Stephen Ives , President & CEO of the YMCA of Greater Houston, joins the show to discuss children's physical fitness, the impact of screen time and mental health challenges and why fostering connection and belonging is critical for healthy communities. Educational Leadership in HISD: Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles reflects on three years leading the district, discusses student achievement and his vision for the future of public education. Plus, hear Hip Speak with Lucy Lusk and test your knowledge with the Data of the Day Quiz featuring Dr. Chris Kulesza. Tune in every Wednesday, live on kpft.org !

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