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Sometimes, your child forgets to share the notes from their backpack that tell you everything that’s happening at their school. On Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast, we give you the inside scoop on how to help your child succeed—in school and at home. We discuss real issues with parents and experts—from handling homework to school discipline—to support you every step of the way! Join the conversation using #BackpackNotes and learn more at PTA.org/BackpackNotes.
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Signup to Generate a PitchSometimes, your child forgets to share the notes from their backpack that tell you everything that’s happening at their school. On Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast, we give you the inside scoop on how to help your child succeed, in school and at home.
Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast is hosted by National PTA. The show has published 83 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Why We Teach: A Conversation with Leon Smith" (23 October 2026, 24 minutes), "Kindness in the Classroom with Ms. Chang" (7 October 2026, 22 minutes), and "From Grief to Action: Nicole Hockley’s Story" (23 September 2026, 16 minutes).
Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 24 minutes across 83 episodes.
Booking probability for Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast's contact route on record: public web form.
The strongest fits for Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast are Schools (K-12). Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast has a kids audience.
National PTA hosts Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast, a kids podcast with 83 episodes published.
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Episode #84
2026 National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith joins host Kisha DeSandies Lester to share what inspired him to become a teacher and explore what students need from their teachers, their classrooms, and the education...
Episode #83
For more than 20 years, Jere Chang has been bringing passion, curiosity, and heart into the classroom—and now she’s bringing that same energy to the podcast. Known to millions as “Ms. Chang,” Jere has built a community...
Episode #82
PTA’s award-winning podcast, Notes from the Backpack, returns with an important and deeply emotional conversation. Host Kisha DeSandies Lester sits down with Nicole Hockley, co-founder and CEO of Sandy Hook Promise, to...
Episode #82
<p>PTA’s award-winning podcast, Notes from the Backpack, returns with an important and deeply emotional conversation. Host Kisha DeSandies Lester sits down with Nicole Hockley, co-founder and CEO of Sandy Hook Promise...
Episode #81
From addressing climate change to destigmatizing mental health, young people are stepping up as leaders to create a better world. Our hosts talked with DeNora Getachew, CEO of DoSomething.org, to learn how we can...
Episode #81
<p>From addressing climate change to destigmatizing mental health, young people are stepping up as leaders to create a better world. Our hosts talked with DeNora Getachew, CEO of DoSomething.org, to learn how we can...
Episode #80
It’s time to think creatively about school reform! Co-CEO of Transcend Education Aylon Samouha joined the show to share the latest in school transformation. Tune in to explore the purpose of education, innovative...
Episode #80
<p>It’s time to think creatively about school reform! Co-CEO of Transcend Education Aylon Samouha joined the show to share the latest in school transformation. Tune in to explore the purpose of education, innovative...
Episode #79
<p>How can families partner with schools to ensure their children are enjoying nutritious meals? Our hosts talked with Briana Webster-Campbell, the managing director of Center for Best Practices at No Kid Hungry to get...
Episode #79
How can families partner with schools to ensure their children are enjoying nutritious meals? Our hosts talked with Briana Webster-Campbell, the managing director of Center for Best Practices at No Kid Hungry to get an...
Episode #78
Innovations in rural schools are paving the way for more successful futures for our youth! Tune in as Michael Gonzalez, executive director of the Rural Schools Innovation Zone shares about the challenges rural schools...
Episode #78
<p>Innovations in rural schools are paving the way for more successful futures for our youth! Tune in as Michael Gonzalez, executive director of the Rural Schools Innovation Zone shares about the challenges rural...
How is the political climate shaping the curricula in schools today? From book bans to censorship, our guest Denise Forte, president and CEO of the Education Trust, delves into the tensions facing education today. Tune...
<p>How is the political climate shaping the curricula in schools today? From book bans to censorship, our guest Denise Forte, president and CEO of the Education Trust, delves into the tensions facing education today...
Episode #76
From supplemental instruction to grade skipping, there are options when it comes to challenging our most advanced learners, but these opportunities can be hard to access. Brandon Wright, editorial director at the Thomas...
Episode #76
<p>From supplemental instruction to grade skipping, there are options when it comes to challenging our most advanced learners, but these opportunities can be hard to access. Brandon Wright, editorial director at the...
Episode #75
<p>How do teachers find the most effective ways to engage families? Teachers often learn from their colleagues and even their own experiences as students. In this episode, Dr. Soo Hong, researcher and professor at...
Episode #75
How do teachers find the most effective ways to engage families? Teachers often learn from their colleagues and even their own experiences as students. In this episode, Dr. Soo Hong, researcher and professor at...
Episode #74
As new state and local laws target LGBTQ+ students, what can families do to ensure schools treat all students with care and empathy? Teen transgender activist Harleigh Walker and her father, Jeff Walker, join the show...
Episode #74
<p> As new state and local laws target LGBTQ+ students, what can families do to ensure schools treat all students with care and empathy? Teen transgender activist Harleigh Walker and her father, Jeff Walker, join the...
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