

A Moment for Renewing Education and the Consequences of Over-Diagnosing Prenatal Conditions
5 snips Feb 28, 2025
Exciting changes are coming to education in America, influenced by the Phoenix Declaration and the push for parental involvement. The conversation dives into the ethical dilemmas surrounding prenatal diagnoses, revealing how these often erroneous tests pressure parents into considering abortion. Discussions also touch upon the urgent need to reform health and sexuality education, emphasizing the importance of identity and moral frameworks in a technology-driven world. Ultimately, it calls for a deeper connection between education and biblical principles.
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Education Reckoning
- The COVID-19 lockdowns exposed pre-existing problems in education and increased parental awareness of curriculum content.
- This led to a surge in alternative schooling options like homeschooling, Christian schools, and charter schools.
School's Moral Ecosystem
- Schools shape a "moral ecosystem" that influences family structure and values, impacting marriage and divorce rates.
- A 2020 Institute for Family Studies report shows higher marriage rates among adults who attended Protestant schools.
Rethinking School's Purpose
- Rethink the purpose of schooling beyond academics, considering its impact on values and family.
- Challenge the normalization of sending three-year-olds to preschool without evaluating its actual benefits.