Heather Schwartz

Heather Schwartz, a senior policy researcher at the Rand Corporation specializing in K-12 education, challenges the alarmist narrative surrounding America's teacher shortage. She argues that while teacher morale is declining, the supposed nationwide crisis is exaggerated. Schwartz discusses the disparities in teacher needs across states and the complexities of hiring qualified educators. Surprisingly, she highlights declining student enrollment as a more pressing concern, driven by demographic changes rather than a lack of teachers.