Many parents assume today’s schools mirror their own educational experiences—but the reality is far more complex. From shifting ideologies to evolving teaching methods, the classroom has become a battleground of values, expectations, and outcomes. We’ve talked about the theory: how to find bad curriculum, red flags to be on the lookout for, and advice for how to communicate with your child’s teachers. On this panel, we’ll hear from parents who experienced this firsthand, what they found, and how they fought back.