How the soaring coast of diesel is hitting school budgets
About this episode
The episode discusses the impact of rising diesel costs on school budgets and explores trends in homeschooling and the value of children's literature for adults.
The cost of diesel gas is at record highs as the war in Iran continues. We hear what it means for school districts trying to budget for school bus transportation from Trevor Greene, superintendent for Yakima School District in Yakima, Washington. Then, homeschooling numbers continue to rise in the U.S. Retired professor Kenny Anthony explains the trend. And, we’re taught that growing up means putting away childish things. That includes trading the magic of fairy tales for serious adult novels. But what if turning our backs on children's literature is a mistake? Oxford University professor and children’s author Katherine Rundell makes the case for "Why You Should Read Children's Books, Even Though You Are So Old and Wise." See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences. NPR Privacy Policy
People in this episode
Guests: Trevor Greene, Kenny Anthony, Katherine Rundell
Topics covered
- diesel prices
- school budgets
- homeschooling
- children's literature
- education
Keywords
- diesel gas
- school transportation
- budgeting
- homeschooling
- children's books
- literature
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Yakima School District
Places: Iran, Yakima, Washington
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