HS Teacher, Josh, Shares The Political Engagement of Students And The Morale of Teachers

Conservative Voices Silenced

Summary

Conservative Voices Silenced is a podcast and movement that aims to give a platform to marginalized conservative voices. The hosts, Christine Spasado and Elizabeth Smith, create a space where conservatives can share their challenges and victories. In this episode, they interview Josh, a high school teacher and conservative, who shares his experiences as a conservative student on a liberal campus. They discuss the political engagement of students, the attitudes towards higher education, and the challenges faced by conservative students. They also touch on the handling of conflicts on campuses and the potential dangers faced by pro-Israel and pro-Jewish students. The conversation covers various topics related to education, including the historical undercurrents of conflict between different student groups, the challenges faced by high school students, the impact of technology on attention spans, the struggle to teach empathy and socialization skills, the morale of teachers, the state of curriculum in schools, and advice for parents and students. The conversation also mentions the importance of finding like-minded communities and staying true to one's values in college.

Takeaways

Conservative Voices Silenced is a podcast and movement that amplifies the voices of marginalized conservatives. Josh, a high school teacher, shares his experiences as a conservative student on a liberal campus. Students are becoming more engaged in politics, with a fascination for the process and a dislike for all politicians. There is a shift in attitudes towards higher education, with more acceptance of alternative paths and trades. Conservative students often face intimidation, isolation, and even physical assault for expressing their beliefs. Universities have a mixed response to conflicts on campuses, with some taking a strong stance against violence and others being more lenient. Pro-Israel and pro-Jewish students may face danger and threats on campuses. Some states are taking action to address conflicts on campuses and protect conservative students. There has been a historical undercurrent of conflict between different student groups, which has been exacerbated by recent events. High school students face challenges such as apathy, lack of motivation, and difficulty in socializing and empathizing with others. Teachers are dealing with overcrowded classrooms, low morale, and inadequate pay. Curriculum varies across different schools and districts, with some being influenced by progressive agendas. Advice for parents and students includes staying true to one's values, finding like-minded communities, and focusing on education while being open to different perspectives.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Conservative Voices Silenced 13:09 Attitudes Towards Higher Education 26:36 Dangers Faced by Pro-Israel and Pro-Jewish Students 37:30 The Impact of Technology on Attention Spans 43:43 Teaching Empathy and Socialization Skills 52:07 The State of Curriculum in Schools