Raising Scholars Episode 39: Is the Picture of Your Child Still Current?

Aired on Oct 27, 2026


Your child’s school has a picture of who your child is as a learner. But how old is that picture? It might be from September, from the last report card, or from the last time someone said “they’re struggling.”

In this episode, Jacquie shares the story of Jordan. Jordan’s school wanted to hold him back a grade, using assessments that were seven months old. By spring, Jordan was reading at grade level, and current evidence moved him to the next grade. Jacquie explains why old information isn’t bad information, and why it shouldn’t become the permanent description of your child. She also walks you through a five-question evidence check from the Evidence pillar of the R.A.I.S.E.™ Framework. You can use it with a teacher, a tutor, or yourself before any big decision is made.

Timestamps:

00:05 Introduction

01:32 Old information isn't bad information

02:37 Jordan's story

05:46 The Evidence Pillar

07:10 The Five-question Evidence Check

09:31 How recent is the evidence?

10:14 Using the questions without over-testing

11:52 Key takeaways for parents

13:42 Closing thoughts

If this episode helped you see your child’s progress in a new light, send it to a parent heading into a conference soon.

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