<p>Stacey and Patrice are back! In this episode, they explore the energy of 2026—a year of "one" symbolizing new beginnings, creativity, and the launch of their upcoming book. The duo dives deep into the tension between educational technology and student mental health, the power of local microspaces, and the urgent need for relational accountability in our schools.</p><br><p>Articles mentioned in this episode:&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><ol><li><a href="https://www.the74million.org/article/these-schools-are-seeing-a-january-enrollment-surge/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.the74million.org/article/these-schools-are-seeing-a-january-enrollment-surge/</a></li><li><a href="https://www.k12dive.com/news/senators-discuss-school-tech-limits-amid-youth-mental-health-crisis/809805/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.k12dive.com/news/senators-discuss-school-tech-limits-amid-youth-mental-health-crisis/809805/</a></li><li><a href="https://www.k12dive.com/news/positive-school-climate-academics-student-attendance-chronic-absenteeism/809379/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.k12dive.com/news/positive-school-climate-academics-student-attendance-chronic-absenteeism/809379/</a></li></ol><p><br></p><br><p>Educate U.S. podcast is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. &amp; Positively Tea.&nbsp;&nbsp;Enjoy a cup of the best tasting coffee (and tea!) while listening to Stacey &amp; Patrice break down the latest from the world of education &amp; beyond!&nbsp;Visit this link - https://lddy.no/1k3n0 &amp; use their promo code <strong>EDUCATEUS</strong> for 20% off your first purchase!</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>