WCPT 820 Interview: Jessica Hawk (MyTeacherFace)

Richard Chew is joined by Jessica Hawk, retired teacher and content creator known online as MyTeacherFace. The discussion examined inequities in public education funding, the effects of school voucher programs, and early results from state cell phone bans in schools. Here are a few key points from the show: - Jessica said voucher funds intended for students leaving underperforming schools are often going to students already enrolled in private schools, diverting roughly $7,000 to $10,000 per student from public schools. - Wealthier districts benefit from stronger tax bases, facilities, programs, teacher pay, and donor support, while rural and underfunded schools face greater strain. - Rising costs, including school supplies, food, and household expenses, are putting additional pressure on families. - School cell phone restrictions are now in place in 38 states; Jessica said approximately 30 use bell-to-bell policies. - Teachers report more student conversation, games, and interaction, though some students remain uncomfortable developing face-to-face skills. - Statewide rules reduce conflicts for teachers, but some parents object to losing direct phone access to their children. Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views). Follow us: Website: https://heartlandsignal.com WCPT Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WCPT820 Heartland Signal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeartlandSignal Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heartlandsignal Heartland Signal X: https://x.com/HeartlandSignal WCPT 820 X: https://x.com/WCPT820 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartlandsignal Threads: threads.com/@heartlandsignal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@heartlandsignal