Missouri Classrooms Are Changing: How New Teachers Are Preparing for Gen Alpha and Beyond

Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri · Jul 15, 2026 · 12m

As Gen Z and millennials continue reshaping the workforce, they're looking for careers that offer purpose, flexibility, and the chance to make a real difference. Teaching remains one of those professions, but today's classrooms look much different than they did even a few years ago. As schools get ready for another year, we're joined by Julie Gronquist, Executive Director of Teach for America Missouri, to talk about how new teachers are preparing for day one, the challenges they'll face, and why teaching may still be one of the most meaningful careers for younger generations.See Privacy…