Empowering Homeschool Conversations

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Jennifer Richman, Occupational Therapist and homeschool mom. Jennifer shared with us about "Using Creativity and Self-Expression to Improve a Student's Mental Health"Other topics covered in this episode:Addressing Mental Health Issues in Younger ChildrenIdentifying Mental Health Issues in Teens and Young AdultsUsing Creative Ou...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Candice Dugger, anti-bullying expert, speaker, author, and homeschool mom. Candice shared with us about "Helping Children Find Healing and Wholeness After Trauma"Other topics covered in this episode:Establishing a Safety Net for Traumatized ChildrenHow Routines Help Children Heal from TraumaHow to Start Homeschooling a Bullied...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dave Carl, author, bullying and disability advocate, and teaching assistant. Dave shared with us about "Boosting Self-Confidence in Students Who've Been Bullied"Other topics covered in this episode include:SIGNS OF BULLYING IN ELEMENTARY AGED STUDENTSSIGNS OF BULLYING IN MIDDLE SCHOOL AGE OR OLDER STUDENTSHOMESCHOOLING DUE TO U...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Amanda Duncan MA RCA, Director/ Founder of Scribeasy. Amanda shared with us about "Improving Communication Through On-the-Go Storytelling "Other topics covered in this episode include:Critical 21st Century Job SkillsTools to Engage Students as StorytellersThe Difference Between Passive and Active TeachingBuilding Student Curios...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Seçil Karadağ, Content Creator at Otsimo.com. Secil shared with us about "Using Apps to Homeschool Special Ed on the Move"Other topics covered in this episode:The Right App for Your Special Needs StudentMaking Educational Apps Work for Your StudentReduce Autism Anxiety with Learning AppsConnecting App and Real World LearningWat...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Jonathan Brush, President and CEO of Unbound. Jonathan shared with us about "Activity-Based Learning In High School"Other topics covered in this episode include:How Learning Experiences Affect Job ReadinessLearning Experiences Every Teen Should HaveCareer Training for Students Made SimpleRecording Experienced-Based Learning on...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Kate Ponce, Homeschool mom & Occupational Therapist. Kate shared with us about "Using Activities to Determine Therapy Goals"Other topics covered in this episode:Advantages of Using Everyday Experiences for Reluctant LearnersCreate an Immersive Homeschool Environment with Planned ActivitiesLearning Experience Ideas for Older Hom...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations, our guest was Timothy Winey, education expert and creator of SPELLCODE. Timothy shared with us about "Everyday Activities to Increase Phonological Awareness"Other topics covered in this episode:What Does it Really Mean to be able to Read and Spell? Top Predictor of Student  Reading SuccessTips for Strengthening Auditory Processing...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations, our guest was Kimberlynn Lavelle, education specialist, education consultant, and educational therapist, and owner of Decoding Learning Differences. Kimberlynn shared with us about "Improving Reading Comprehension with Books You Already Own"Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/e-2fARQxuo0This episode of Empoweri...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations, our guest was Polly Benson, Occupational Therapist and Creator of the Legi-Liner. Polly shared with us about "Dollar Tree OT: Occupational therapy at ideas on a budget"Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/jw_SB0bnfp8This episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you. To learn how...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations, our guest was Melissa Brander, Homeschool mom and consultant at Pocket Homeschool. Melissa shared with us about "Homeschooling Using Library Resources"Other topics covered in this episode:Library Resources You Can Use to Homeschool Any ChildFavorite Library Resources for Your HomeschoolUsing the Library to Build Your Homeschool Cu...

Join SPED Homeschool for our weekly live broadcast, Empowering Homeschool Conversations! Our special guest this week was Dr. Jan Bedell, President of Brain Sprints & SPED Homeschool board member. Dr. Jan shared with us about "Neurodevelopmental Strategies that Improve Student Success"Other topics discussed in this episode:Three Keys to Homeschool Learning SuccessBuilding a Foundation Useful for Te...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Valerie Bazylewicz, MD, ND, medical professional & special needs homeschooling parent. Valerie shared with us about "Home Educating Children with Chronic Illnesses"Other topics covered in this episode:Homeschooling Flexibility for Health's Ups and DownsIncluding Therapy and Special Interests into Homeschool LearningCoping Skill...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Stacey Wolking, Homeschool mom and HSLDA Educational Consultant. Stacey shared with us about "Homeschooling a Student with Diabetes"Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/aLKlchHfQFkThis episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you. To learn how you can support the nonprofit wor...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Stephanie Buckwalter, Homeschool mom, author, consultant, & curriculum developer. Stephanie shared with us about "Home Educating a Student with an Intellectual Disability"Other topics covered in this episode:Assuming Intelligence When Homeschooling Intellectually Disabled StudentsMoving Your Intellectually Disabled Student Out...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Terrie McKee, homeschool mom, blogger, speaker & content creator. Terrie shared with us about "Homeschooling Amidst Medical Issues"Other topics covered in this episode:Homeschooling The Entire Family on the Same ScheduleUtilizing Homeschooling Flexibility within Special SituationsHomeschool Socialization When You Have One Child...

Our special guest this week on empowering Homeschool Conversations was Alona Cortes, homeschool mom, certified teacher, and online educator. Alona shared with us about the "Freedom and Flexibility in Homeschool Scheduling"Other topics covered in this episode:Utilizing Flexible Homeschooling SchedulesMeet the Needs of Your Home Educated Student Using a Multidisciplinary ApproachHomeschooling When Y...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dr. Rebecka Spencer, certified teacher, administrator, speaker, writer & MOM of a struggling learner. Dr. Rebecka shared with us about "School Choice is Your Parental Right"Other topics covered in this episode:What is School Choice? The Best Learning Environment for Special Needs StudentsLegislation and School Choice Freedom wi...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dan Lewer, history teacher, author, and content creator. Dan shared with us about "Cultivating Citizenship Skills Through History Lessons"Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/iAVO3-jb544This episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you. To learn how you can support the nonprof...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Heather Walton, homeschooling mom, educational consultant, tutor, and speaker. Heather shared with us about "School Choice Options for Homeschooling"Other topics covered in this episode:Resources for In-Person Homeschool Learning OpportunitiesDetermining Credits for Home Educated High School StudentsHome Education Tips for Outs...

Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were David Zisson &  Nolan DeMott, Instructors at Creator Kidz. David & Nolan shared with us about "How Creativity Creates a Learning Oasis"Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/YB7rZzxTCjMThank you BookShark for sponsoring this episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations. To learn more about BookShark and the...

Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were a homeschool parent panel including Cynthia Erickson, Neches Phelps, & Maria Porcano. These homeschooling moms shared with us about their own homeschooling journeys, specifically regarding "How Families Use Public Funding to Homeschool Struggling Learners"Other topics covered in this episode:Determining Your Homeschooled Stud...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was TJ Schmidt, HSLDA Staff Attorney. TJ shared with us about "Pros and Cons of Using Public Funding Programs in Your Homeschool"Other Topics covered in this episode:Types of Special Education Homeschool Public FundingRefusing District Homeschool Special Education ServicesThe Strings Attached to Special Education Homeschool Public...

Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were Kim Coleman (UT), and Barbara Beasley(FL). These panelists who represent special education homeschooling scholarships in their states shared about "Scholarship Funding Programs for Homeschool Families"Other topics covered in this episode:Special Needs Homeschool Scholarship QualificationsWhat Special Needs Homeschool Scholars...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Jen Myers, Homeschool mom & business coach for entrepreneurs that homeschool. Jen shared with us about "Pacing Homeschooling to Meet the Needs of Your Child & Business"Other topics covered in this episode:Weathering the Seasons of Homeschooling as a Business OwnerBalancing Work and Homeschool by Making it Your OwnFinding Focus...