ABOUT THIS EPISODE
What happens when you free teachers from test score pressure and trust them to design for the whole child?
In this inspiring conversation on Superintendent Hot Seat, Michael Matsuda shares how he transformed Anaheim Union High School District into a hub of innovation — from capstones and student TED Talks to AI-powered mentors that know each learner’s story.
Discover how his team builds purpose-driven learning, nurtures student voice, and partners with industry to prepare students for meaningful futures — while modeling a new way forward for public education.
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