From Complaining to Creating: Our traditional EDUCATION system needs to EVOLVE!

In this inspiring episode of The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Arron Stanton and Traver Butcher sit down with educator and entrepreneur Don Wettrick to explore how real transformation in education starts—not with a textbook—but with a mindset shift.

From launching an innovation class that empowered students to chase passions and connect with industry leaders, to challenging the outdated norms of traditional schooling, Don shares how education can—and must—become a catalyst for creativity, leadership, and real-world impact.

Through personal stories, powerful reflections, and actionable insights, Don reveals how teachers, mentors, and coaches can ignite a ripple effect of growth not just in the classroom, but across entire communities.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why seeing problems as opportunities is a superpower students must learn

• How mindset shapes both education and entrepreneurship

• Why building “seekers and peekers” is essential for innovation

• How real-world networking can unlock student potential

• The critical role teachers and coaches play in shaping futures

• Why the traditional education model needs a major overhaul

• How personal growth and mentorship go hand-in-hand

• The lasting legacy great educators leave behind

If you believe the next generation deserves more than just standardized tests and outdated models, this conversation will fire you up and equip you to be part of the change.