Dr. Abraham Unger discusses the critical role of K-12 education in preparing students for the future, emphasizing the importance of classical education and the need for a return to foundational skills. He addresses the impact of ideological shifts in education, the role of parents in advocating for their children's education, and the significance of the middle class in driving educational reform. Dr. Unger also shares insights on recruiting quality educators and the importance of transparency in educational institutions, concluding with a hopeful outlook on the future of education and the potential for new models to emerge. Rabbi Abraham Unger, Ph.D., is the founder and leader of Tikvah’s Millstone Scholars program and the founding head of Emet Classical Academy. Within one year, Emet opened both a middle school and high school to become one of Manhattan's most competitive private schools. With a diverse background in education, he has served as a university professor, Hebrew school principal, campus rabbi, and middle school teacher, creating various Jewish youth and outreach programs. Formerly a Professor at Wagner College and a campus Hillel Rabbi, Rabbi Unger also held research positions at NYU and Fordham University. He is the author of three books and numerous articles. He earned his Ph.D. from Fordham University and Rabbinical ordination from Telz-Stone Kollel in Israel. Rabbi Unger’s broad experiences inform his commitment to preparing students for excellence in all aspects of life.
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