Unfiltered Education
By Educators. For Educators.
Public education is facing new challenges, and it is time for honest conversations about what school districts are up against.
Unfiltered Education is hosted by Brian J. Stephens, CEO and founder of Caissa K12, an organization that helps public school districts strengthen enrollment, recruitment, retention and family engagement.
Through candid conversations with superintendents, policymakers and education leaders, the podcast explores the biggest issues affecting public schools today, including chronic absenteeism, declining enrollment, student recruitment, funding challenges and policy changes.
Each episode goes beyond the headlines to share real experiences, practical strategies and solutions public school leaders can use in their own communities.
Have a topic you would like us to cover or a guest you would like to see featured on the show? Email Elizabeth@caissaps.com
Unfiltered Education
Latest Episodes
Why Are Satisfied Families Still Leaving?
In this special Q&A episode of Public Education Unfiltered, Brian answers listener questions about school choice, enrollment, and the challenges facing public school districts today.Drawing on his work with more than 100 pub...
Hartford's Superintendent on Leading Through Budget Challenges
What does it take to earn the largest funding increase in your district's history? Hartford Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Andraé Townsel joins Brian to reveal the leadership principles, difficult decisions, and "cheat code" that help...
2026 Texas School Choice Survey Webinar
Are Texas Parents Really Satisfied With Their Schools?In our newly released 2026 Texas Parent Survey, parents share what matters most when choosing a school, why many are considering other options, and how they really feel about school ...
