Another school year is almost underway and we're looking for your input as we prepare a series of conversations featuring superintendents from around the metro area.

Review the "Back to Schools" series and hear about what's coming-up in Metro Detroit school districts with Farmington Public Schools Superintendent Sue Zurvalec, Berkley Schools Superintendent Michael Simeck, Grosse Pointe Public Schools Superintendent Tom Harwood, and Detroit Public Schools Emergency Manager Roy Roberts.

American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten is visiting schools in Detroit that are preparing students with evidence-based, innovative programs in a back-to-school tour. She joins Noah Ovshinsky for a conversation about the state of education.

Our next superintendent is Ron Roberts of Chippewa Valley Schools

Continuing our conversations with local superintendents is Grosse Pointe's Tom Harwood.

LEAP's project manager Khalil Ligon gives us a preview of what is in the works for the community-driven project.

Home schooling used to be illegal in Michigan. Now there are kids K-12 being home schooled all over the state. Craig is joined in-studio by two moms who home school from two different approaches.

Craig talks to the principal of a Detroit charter school where kids don't go home until the work is done. "Every student from day one understands that they are attending UYA for one reason: To be prepared for college."

I don't even remember the last time I even used cursive. Do you think kids should still learn? Give us a call at (313) 577-1019

We hear from the legislative advocate of this organization, which opposes the current legislation proposal that requires all school districts to participate in schools of choice.

We kick off our conversations with school district superintendents with Berkley's Michael Simeck. Ask away; let's get the discussion started.

Metro Times' annual back-to-school issue returns, featuring an intern-inspired college bucket list.

The Detroit Parent Network has been knocking on doors, planning workshops, and much more to provide families with ample information and support.

Students associated with YOUTH VOICE plan to march against violence on Thursday.

DPS Emergency Financial Manager, Roy Roberts joins Craig for a conversation about the start of the new school year. Craig also takes calls and questions from listeners

Fighting with your teenage daughter over the length of her skirt? Here are some tips from Metro Parent on solving clothing wars between kids and their parents.

What do Detroit's ongoing challenges say about the nation's prioritization of public education reform? Do we need a new model for urban districts? What should it look like? Could it happen in Detroit?