Doing It Alone

What does it really feel like to be a public school teacher today?In this episode, "Doing It Alone," host Elle Sarkisian brings us into the lived experience of K–8 educators across the country as they speak candidly about a pervasive, often invisible challenge: isolation. Through powerful, unfiltered interviews, we explore how this sense of disconnection shows up across curriculum mandates, planning expectations, fractured parent partnerships, inconsistent administrative support, and one-size-fits-all professional development.You’ll hear stories that reveal just how much teachers are expected to shoulder on their own—and what could shift if schools and systems took a more human-centered, collaborative approach.This episode also features reflections from a participatory workshop hosted by Desklight and McGraw Hill, where educators, school leaders, and caregivers came together to reimagine what real support could look like.Regardless of where you reside at McGraw Hill, this conversation will help you see what’s at stake, and what’s possible.Creators & Guests Elle Sarkisian - Host Chris Huizenga - Host Click here to view the episode transcript. --- If you are interested in learning more about the topic of teacher isolation, view additional insights and teacher testimonials here.