Viral videos showing Philadelphia high school students struggling to read have sparked a nationwide conversation about literacy, education, social media, and whether schools are failing students.

A student at Philadelphia's Prep Charter High School, going by @WhatTheVek on social media, has racked up over 20 million views after posting videos of his classmates struggling to read basic words and solve simple math problems. Former teachers explain how many students are reading below grade level — and some educators say they were discouraged from failing students at all.

In this episode of #TSRInvestigates, Justin Carter sits down with former Philadelphia teachers, education professionals, and viral social media reactions to break down what’s really happening in classrooms and why many believe parents, schools, and communities should all be concerned.

Do these viral videos expose a bigger problem in America’s education system?

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