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137. A Real Look Inside Classrooms Today with Eric Wanous (veteran teacher)

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Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous
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Mar 30, 2026
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Summary

If you’ve been wondering what classrooms are like today—or questioning whether you’re making the right choice for your child—this episode offers a clear, grounded look inside. I’m joined by my husband, Eric Wanous, a veteran middle school teacher with nearly 30 years of experience, to talk about what’s actually happening in classrooms right now. From screen use and attention challenges to changing student behavior, school consolidation, and where students are still thriving—this conversation will help you better understand what your child may be experiencing each day. This isn’t about saying one path is right or wrong. It’s about helping you see clearly so you can make a confident decision for your family. In this episode: How screen use is impacting focus and the ability to think and learn Why downtime is becoming harder for students How behavior changes are affecting classroom learning time The impact of school closures and reduced staffing Where students are still thriving through electives, clubs, and sports *Jump start your family’s learning fun and curiosity with the Love of Learning Launch Pad! Know your starting point and next steps in this free quiz! https://pages.thefreedomscholar.org/loloi0 CONNECT WITH KAMI: Schedule a free Homeschool Confidence Call with Kami: https://link.thefreedomscholar.com/widget/bookings/fn “Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous” live in Facebook & YouTube every Thursday at 12pm PT & links to Podcast: https://thefreedomscholar.com/podcast See our main website: https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/ Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/216184786279733 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomscholar