John Crossman Talks Education Freedom, School Choice & Student Success with Erika Donalds. (S5E24)

The Crossman Conversation

Friday, June 12, 2026 - 29 minutes

In this episode of The Crossman Conversation, John Crossman sits down with Erika Donalds, Founder and CEO of the Education Freedom Foundation, to discuss school choice, education freedom, and why every child deserves an academic path that fits their unique needs. Erika shares how her own family’s experience shaped her mission to help parents access better educational options, from traditional schools to homeschooling, private schools, hybrid models, and career pathways. The conversation also explores mental health, student belonging, bullying, workforce readiness, and the legacy of Mary McLeod Bethune in expanding opportunity for future generations.

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