"Send me a Text Message!"I break down why states are restricting remedial math and English courses in college and what that means for students who still need a bridge to credit-bearing coursework. I weigh the money and completion-rate arguments against what families care about most: real skill-building, fair placement, and a genuine pathway to a degree.• Why California limits remediation through AB 1705 and expands tutoring support• The unanswered questions behind tutoring metrics and “faster completion” claims• How transition courses in high school try to close college readiness gaps• What Tennessee’s results suggest about credits earned versus math knowledge gained• Why remedial education costs students money without earning college credit• How placement tests misidentify students and how transcript-based placement can help• The disproportionate impact of remediation decisions on students of color• Examples that work better, including dual enrollment partnerships and early remediation• My recommendations: keep remediation available, improve placement criteria, start support by middle school, strengthen tutoring partnershipsDid you enjoy this episode? Then be sure to subscribe to my podcast on whatever service you're listening to this. Thanks for listening today. Be sure to come back for more insights on K-12 educational topics that impact you and your children. And remember to share my podcast with anyone you think would find it valuable. That includes your friends, family, and your community. Love my show? Consider being a regular subscriber! Just go to https://tinyurl.com/podcastsupport. Support the show Thanks for listening! For more information about the show, episodes, and ways to support, check out these websites: https://k12educationinsights.buzzsprout.com or https: //www.liberationthrougheducation.com/podcast Subscribe on Buzzsprout to receive a shout out on an upcoming episodeYou can also support me with ratings, kind words of encouragement, and by sharing this podcast with friends and familyContact me with any specific questions you have at:  [email protected]