Send us a textResourcesLA County Rent Relief https://ceo.lacounty.gov/recovery/Food Assistancehttps://dpss.lacounty.gov/en/food.htmlEducation Assistancehttps://dcfs.lacounty.gov/youth/education/Laptop and Hotspot Loan Programshttps://lacountylibrary.org/laptop/SUMMARYOn Episode 29 of the Falling for Learning Podcast, hosted by the dynamic educator TD Flenaugh. In this enlightening episode, TD engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. D’artagnan Scorza, a passionate advocate for education and racial equity.Dr. Scorza delves into his impactful work, sharing insights from his research on the challenges faced by young black men in today's society. The episode explores the crucial role of education in shaping outcomes for youth in schools and communities. TD and Dr. Scorza emphasize the transformative power of education and its far-reaching impact on young people's lives.The conversation takes a personal turn as Dr. Scorza reflects on his journey into education, sparked by a family tragedy that fueled his commitment to make a positive difference in the community. Despite facing adversity, including homelessness, Dr. Scorza's teachers, family, and church members recognized his potential, investing in his education and encouraging positive choices.The episode further addresses the intersection of education, family, and personal growth, with Dr. Scorza sharing experiences of incarceration and how it influenced his research focus on helping young men of color transition out of the carceral system.TD and Dr. Scorza also tackle the complex issue of education standards and testing. They discuss the negative impact of the standards movement on education, lamenting the loss of creativity and customization in teaching. The duo argues that an excessive focus on testing has restricted teachers' ability to invest in students beyond mandated requirements, leading to disengagement and a lack of creativity in the classroom.In a compelling exchange, Dr. Scorza emphasizes the importance of standards in education, particularly in the context of a shifting economy. However, both agree that standards in certain subjects, notably social studies and science, may be politically driven and not tailored to the needs of students of color.Support the showWe drop new episodes every Saturday at 5 p.m. Pacific Time. Follow us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fallingforlearning/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fallingforlearning/https://linktr.ee/falling4learning

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