Guest: Amy Riccardi, Loudoun County School Board Candidate (Sterling)

What if people were making the most critical decisions affecting your child’s education, you’ve never heard of—and never voted for?

In this powerful episode, Krishna Cart sits down with Amy Riccardi, a Loudoun County mom, educator, and school board candidate, who is sounding the alarm about what’s happening in public education. From spiraling budgets and lagging test scores to controversial books and a growing mental health agenda, Amy shares why she’s running as an independent—and what families, taxpayers, and teachers need to know.

You’ll learn how school boards actually work, why Sterling schools are falling behind, and what parents can do right now to get informed, involved, and influential. Whether you’re in public, private, or homeschool, this conversation is your essential School Board 101—with honesty, clarity, and purpose.

Listen in to hear: ✔️ Why $24,000 per student isn’t yielding better outcomes ✔️ The truth about controversial books and school libraries ✔️ What “counseling time” really means for K–5 students ✔️ How parents can hold schools accountable—without being political ✔️ The roadmap to restoring academic focus in a divided district

In Episode 12, Krishna Cart speaks with Amy Riccardi, a Loudoun County school board candidate, about the growing gap between what families expect from schools and what’s actually happening inside them.

Amy shares her journey—from shocked parent to independent candidate—after discovering troubling ideological content during her children’s online learning. They dive deep into the structure and power of local school boards, the disconnect between spending and performance, the politicization of education, and the need to refocus on academic results.

This episode offers a candid look at what’s driving school policy—and why your voice as a parent has never been more important.