Empowering Homeschool Conversations

Are you wondering how to go about preparing your student with an intellectual disability for life after high school? This conversation will help you think through all the transition planning and preparation for helping your student prepare emotionally, physically, and cognitively for these changes. Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Stephanie Buckwalter, special...

Do you want to teach critical thinking from a biblical perspective, but not sure your student could understand and integrate the concepts? It is possible and this conversation will tell you more about how to teach the bible to your student in a more meaningful and applicable way. Our special guest this time on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was David Nekrutman, former executive director and c...

Does your child have difficulty regulating their mood because their senses get overstimulated? A personalized calm down space at home may be just what they need to learn to self-regulate in a safe and inviting atmosphere. Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Jason Hsieh, owner of LakiKid and father of a child with autism. Jason shared with us on "Tips for Creating...

Learn about the IRL Social Skills mentoring program in this bonus podcast interview between Peggy Ployhar, host of Empowering Homeschool Conversation/SPED Homeschool Founder & CEO, and Mara McLoughlin, IRL Founder as they talk about the highlight of this live asynchronous program for teens and young adults. The education and coaching the IRL Social Skills program provides transforms lives thro...

Does your at-home teaching focus on your child’s learning deficits? Or do you give into your child’s learning preferences or interests to reduce the daily learning battle? Instead of giving into the demands of the world or your child, join us for this conversation to learn how to schedule your home instruction to train your child with a well-rounded education. Our special guest this week on Empowe...

Lack of motivation, power struggles, sequencing of steps and so many other difficulties can result from executive functioning issues. If your child is smart, but just not performing as such, this conversation has strategies that can help with these issues and more. Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Julie Wright, M.Ed., owner of Endurance Tutoring & Consulti...

Anxiety, fear or failure, and many other factors cause student stress and put barriers up that hinder learning. Wondering how to help your student overcome these obstacles and manage stressful situations, like test taking, well? Then this conversation is for you.   Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dr. Kelly S. Frindell, Ph. D, founder of InHouse Test Prep. Dr....

Need some help to move beyond the homeschool overwhelm? Then this conversation will not only teach you how to do that, but encourage you on how to stay above the waves that drag you down when homeschool and life start to consume you as well as your hopes and dreams. Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Jenny Swan M.Ed., homeschool mom, army spouse, and Hands &...

Learn about the Wheaton College Summer Institute (WCSI) in this bonus podcast interview between Peggy Ployhar, host of Empowering Homeschool Conversation/SPED Homeschool Founder & CEO, and Dr. Joshua Norton, Director of the WSCI program as they talk about the highlight of this summer immersive experience for high school sophomores and juniors. Wheaton College Summer Institute (WCSI) is a premi...

Wondering if it is possible to teach at home when your child has a hearing loss? Or are you homeschooling a student with hearing loss and need more strategies? Either way, this conversation is for you. Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Angelina Myers, homeschooling mom and AR Hands & Voices - GBYS Co-Coordinator. Angelina shared with us about "Homeschooling...

Are you going through a hard homeschooling, parenting, or personal health season? Need some wisdom and encouragement to keep the course? Then join us for this relevant conversation on how to persevere through these hard times with joyful endurance. Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Sonya Magoon, homeschooling mom and blogger at A Life Adapted. Sonya shares from...

Is your student resistant to therapy sessions? Have you ever considered hippotherapy, aka equine-assisted therapy, as an alternative? Learn more about this innovative approach to therapy and how it can help your child reach both educational and therapeutic goals. Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dr. Rebecka Spencer, Academic Language Therapist and homeschool m...

Has your student's ability to learn stalled out or been limited by cognitive delays or impairments? Then you need to tune into this broadcast with Dr. Carol Brown. Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dr. Carol Brown, Equipping Minds Executive Director and Educational Specialist and Cognitive Developmental Therapist. Dr. Carol shared on how to "Increase Cognitive...

Need some help and ideas on how best to homeschool your student with ADHD? Then this conversation is for you! Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Sonia Story, developer of the Brain and Sensory Foundations training and owner of Move Play Thrive. Sonia shared with us about how to "Transform ADHD and Sensory Issues with Movement" Watch the full broadcast on YouTube...

Is your student unmotivated? Does your home school seem more like a battle zone than a space that cultivates learning? Then this conversation is for you. Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations is Dr. Lee Jenkins, author, speaker, consultant and a recognized expert in improving educational outcomes. Dr. Jenkins shares with us about how to "Fix Intrinsic Motivation in Stu...

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Does your student seem to have hit a learning roadblock that makes little sense or reach the potential you know they could achieve? Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Mandi Frost, certified academic life coach, veteran home educator, speaker, career coach, and ACC ICF coach. Mandi shared with us about "Shift Teaching to Unlock Your Child's Learning Potential" Wa...

Do you struggle to take care of yourself while caring for your children as well? In this conversation, you will learn some simple, holistic, and inexpensive ways to improve our health even during your busy parenting season. Our special guest in this week’s episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Lisa Paul, special needs homeschool mom, health advocate and one of Peggy Ployhar's dearest...

Is your student struggling to meet specific learning or life goals? Learn how the neurodevelopmental approach can provide working strategies for overcoming learning hurdles and help your child reach new learning heights. Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dr. Jan Bedell, neurodevelopmentalist, home educator, and owner of Brain Sprints. Dr. Jan shared with us abo...

Busy parent? Crazy homeschooling schedule? You can still fuel your journey that will make a positive impact on you and set a good example for your kids. Our special guest on this episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Leslie Hurd, homeschool mom & co-op leader and nutrition advocate. Leslie shared with us about "Nutrition 101 for Busy Homeschooling Parents" Watch the full broadcast...

Is homeschooling or just all the roles you fill on a regular basis consuming your life? Then this conversation is to help you with that overwhelm. Our special guest this week’s episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dr. Amber Sorcic, homeschool mom, clinical nutritionist and chiropractor. Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/wnfuRLEvP2c This episode of Empowering Hom...

Is your spiritual life feeling dull? Awaken your spiritual life through your God-given creativity to not only enhance your own life, but your homeschooling efforts. Our special guest on this week’s episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Annie Yorty, wife, mother, special needs homeschooler, writer, and speaker. Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/uBusezydGIY This ep...

Don't just want to teach your children watered-down truth about holiday traditions or current events happening this holiday season? Listen in to hear what best-selling author, Conor Boyak shared with us about how to incorporate these relevant materials into your family celebrations. Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Connor Boyack, president of Libertas Institut...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Cheryl Swope, M.Ed., homeschool mom, curriculum creator, author, speaker and consultant. Cheryl shared with us about "Using Good Books to Create All-in-One Holiday Unit Studies". Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/qywXtg9fk3k This episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Kerry Beck, homeschool mom and blogger at How to Homeschool My Child. Kerry shared with us about "Turning Advent Materials into Holiday Homeschool Curriculum". Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/orU8h_CZhWI This episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you. To learn how you...