Join Katie McConnell and Brian Greene, from CHILDREN AT RISK for the October 24th episode of Growing Up in America on 90.1FM KPFT in Houston! Episode includes:

  • Data Head:  Emily Freeborn, Staff Attorney at CHILDREN AT RISK, explains the significance of the number 144 Billion.
  • Interview: Jason Sabo, from Frontera Strategy telling us about the state of the foster care system and some possible changes in the legislation.
  • Interview: Kim Kofron, Senior Program Director, of Texas Association of Education of Young Children talking about early education.
  • Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Should kids pursue vocational skills and certifications in high school instead of college prep?
  • Interview: Elena Korbut, the Community Engagement Coordinator for Refugee Services at Interfaith Ministries of Greater Houston discussing the services they provide refugee children and their families.

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