In Wetmore, Kansas, a town of just 311 people, a school closure could have meant the end of its community legacy. Instead, it ignited a remarkable journey of faith, innovation, and resilience. This is the story of how Legacy Learning Academy came to life—a story about community transformation and the power of following God’s call.

Legacy Learning Academy opened its doors with 16 students from eight families, representing a variety of Christian denominations and backgrounds. The school’s hybrid model combines traditional academics with elective-based exploration, allowing students to thrive both in the classroom and at home. Analyssa’s story serves as an inspiration for communities everywhere. Whether it’s starting a school, supporting local families, or uniting churches, her message is clear: change is possible when we step out in faith.

There's an idea about how children learn to read that's held sway in schools for more than a generation — even though it was proven wrong by cognitive scientists decades ago. Teaching methods based on this idea can make it harder for children to learn how to read. In this podcast, host Emily Hanford investigates the influential authors who promote this idea and the company that sells their work. It's an exposé of how educators came to believe in something that isn't true and are now reckoning with the consequences — children harmed, money wasted, an education system upended.