On this episode of On The Subject, host Michael Vilardo takes the podcast on tour to San Diego, California, where he sits down with Leo Perez, Associate Superintendent at Shasta Union High School District. They dive into Leo’s unexpected journey into education, the power of community colleges, and how schools must evolve to meet the needs of Gen Alpha. They also discuss critical thinking, innovation in learning, and why the future of education must move beyond the traditional classroom model. Tune in for an insightful conversation on how educators can prepare students for a world that’s changing faster than ever.