In this episode, I dive into the growing push for AI and computer science education in our high schools and ask some hard questions about what’s really driving it. I talk about the sharp decline in reading habits across the country and how that’s affecting our ability to communicate clearly and effectively. I also make the case for teaching conversation and speech as structured subjects in public schools—skills that are just as important as math or science. I wrap up by sharing why I believe teachers must lead by example when it comes to communication and help students develop these essential abilities.

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