Name: The most powerful yet overlooked resource in schools
Uploaded: 2022-08-30T14:46:26Z
Duration: 5 min 11 s
Description: "When teachers and families work together, everyone wins," says education technology entrepreneur and TED Fellow Heejae Lim. She shines a light on an underutilized resource in US public education -- a family's love for their children -- and shows that, with the right tools and tech, schools can remove language barriers, foster meaningful connections and help every student thrive.

Heejae Lim: The most powerful yet overlooked resource in schools

The most powerful yet overlooked resource in schools

"When teachers and families work together, everyone wins," says education technology entrepreneur and TED Fellow Heejae Lim. She shines a light on an underutilized resource in US public education -- a family's love for their children -- and shows that, with the right tools and tech, schools can remove language barriers, foster meaningful connections and help every student thrive.

The strongest force in education is not money, but the unwavering support families provide their children. Four out of five students in the US come from underserved or immigrant backgrounds, yet many are left behind by language and cultural barriers. When schools connect with families in meaningful ways, student success soars and communities grow stronger. Empowering all families to participate can close achievement gaps and build a healthier democracy.