Guest
Natalie Wexler
Natalie Wexler is an education journalist, speaker, and the author of The Knowledge Gap: The Hidden Cause of America’s Broken Education System—and How to Fix It. A leading voice in education reform, Natalie focuses on the intersection of cognitive science and curriculum design, advocating for knowledge-rich instruction as a key to closing reading and achievement gaps. Her work with the Knowledge Matters Campaign and contributions to outlets like Forbes and The Atlantic have helped shift the national conversation around literacy from isolated skills to meaningful content. Passionate about equity and evidence-based practice, Natalie champions solutions that empower both students and educators.