What Every Parent Should Know About How Schools Really Work

Most parents want to support their child’s education—but many don’t fully understand the system we’re navigating.

We’re often expected to meet impossible mandates, teach to constantly shifting standards, and do more with less. Time is tight, resources are thinner, and expectations are higher than ever.

When parents know this, they become allies rather than critics. They advocate with us, not against us. And they help reinforce the message that learning isn’t about jumping through hoops—it’s about growth.

Parents don’t need to know every policy. But they deserve honesty, transparency, and partnership.

Let’s build bridges—not walls. Let’s tell the truth about what school looks like from the inside, so we can work together to make it better.