Journey from Finance to Superintendency with Dr. Caprice Young

For our first episode of 2025, we are privileged to have Dr. Caprice Young from Navigator Schools as our guest. Dr. Young's remarkable career spans from her roots in a foster home and careers in finance and technology to influential roles on the Los Angeles school board and in charter school leadership. She will share her insights on creating effective early childhood education programs, the unique value immigrant families place on education, and the innovative approaches being undertaken at Navigator Schools.This episode will offer a deep dive into Dr. Young's efforts to prioritize effective teaching and innovative classroom practices, and how these initiatives are making a significant impact. Her story is both inspiring and informative, offering valuable lessons for anyone involved in the education sector.Key Moments04:56 Prefers charter schools for positivity and empowerment.08:41 Innovative structure enhances foundational skills development.10:26 Team's dedication leads to superior test scores.13:07 Instructional framework enhances teacher support and effectiveness.18:14 Encouraging student ownership and leadership in learning.18:50 Integrating 21st-century skills into middle school education.Connect with Dr. Caprice YoungLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caprice-young-edd/Website: https://www.navigatorschools.org/