Empowering Homeschool Conversations

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Travis Lish, CEO of The Startup Academy. Travis shared with us about "How Challenges and Creativity Increase Student Success"Other topics covered in this episode:Why Learning MUST be Fun for ChildrenIncreasing Internal Motivation in StudentsStrategies for Finding a Student's Learning Sweet SpotGamification of Every Day Learning...

Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were Amy Vickrey & Dawn Spence, SPED Homeschool Team Members. Amy & Dawn shared with us about "Creating A Unique Homeschool Learning Oasis"Other topics covered in this episode:Develop a Positive Home Education Environment Through Errorless LearningBuilding Family Acceptance of Learning Differences in Your Home EducationFlexible En...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Alison Morrow, homeschooling mom, consultant and founder of GoodSchooling. Alison shared with us about "Why Homeschooling Won't Mess Up Your Child"Other topics covered in this episode:Yes, Your Child Can Learn Social Skills at Home! Why Parents Should NOT Stress About Student Learning GapsTips for Sustainable Long-Term Home Lea...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Marci Melzer, M.Ed./SLP Intuitive Speech-Language Pathologist Consultant. Marci shared with us about "Why Standard Early Intervention Programs May Not Be Helpful"Other topics covered in this episode:Why Early Intervention Programs ExistHow You Might Be Undermining Your Student's Ability to SucceedWays Parents Can Improve Early...

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 "Dyslexia Testing and Teaching Options for Homeschoolers"Other topics covered in this episode:Dyslexia Assessments to Test Brain Sphere WeaknessesVestibular and Proprioceptive Tests and Teaching...

In this episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations, Peggy Ployhar chats with Rebecca Ginger of Table Fables about the hidden advantages of #dyslexia and #dyscalculia, including tips on homeschooling and empowering your #specialneeds child. Other topics included in this episode:How Learning Roadblocks Increase Creativity and Communication SkillsHow to Encourage Kids Going Through Learning Setba...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Cheri Dotterer, international dysgraphia consultant, author, and speaker. Cheri shared with us about "Dysgraphia, What is it Anyway?"Other topics covered in this episode:How Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, and Dyslexia ConnectUsing Kinesthetics to Teach SpellingHomeschool Organization Tips for Parents with DysgraphiaKinesthetic Method...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dr. Maria Cleary, President & CEO of Readeezy. Dr. Cleary shared with us about "Improving Literacy in Disabled Teens and Young Adults"Other topics covered in this episode:Are Graphic Novels Good for EVERY Struggling Reader? Importance of Teaching Reading in High School Teach Reading to Struggling Learners with SuccessUsing Digi...

Our special guest on this week's episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Lea Ann Garfias, homeschooler, author, speaker and podcaster at larfias.com. Lea Ann shared with us about "Homeschooling Multiple Children with Ease"Other topics discussed in this episode:The Challenges and Benefits of Homeschooling Multiple LearnersBreaking Down Homeschool Learning for Struggling StudentsThe Reali...

Our special guest on this week's episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Carrie Holt, special needs homeschool mom and podcaster at Take Heart Special Moms. Carrie shared with us about "Optimizing Your Homeschool Morning Time"Other topics covered on this episode:Homeschool Morning Core EssentialsFlexible Homeschool Planning TipsResources for Homeschool Morning TimeArt, History, & Compos...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Julia Nalle, BiblioPlan's curriculum designer & co-author. Julia shared with us about "Multi-Level Teaching Without Losing Your Mind" Other topics covered in this episode: How to Teach Vocabulary to Multi-Level Learners How to Teach Science to Multi-Level Learners How to Teach History & Geography to Multi-Level Learners How to...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Suni Torres, homeschooler, minister & worship leader. Suni shared with us about "Teaching Multiple Learners Using Experiential Education"Other topics covered in this episode:Start Lifeschooling TodayHow Unit Studies Enhance Differentiated LearningLearning Benefits of Listening and Self-ExpressionExperiential Learning Using Game...

Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were Greg & Beth Langston, co-founders & creators of College Flight Plan. Greg & Beth shared with us about "Nurturing Self-Discovery in the Teen Years" Other topics covered in this episode: The Zigzag Route of Self-Discovery Student Goal Setting Simplified Helping Your Student Take Ownership of Tasks What Your Student Needs to Dis...

Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were Lorie Jones, R.D.H. and Rebecca Ficken, RDH BSDH, owner and COO of RDA Prep dental assisting program for high school students. Lorie and Rebecca shared with us about "Preparing Teens for Work-Study Programs" Other topics covered in this episode: What Exactly is a Work-Study Program? Things to Consider When Using Work-Study Pr...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Cindy LaJoy, homeschool mom and owner of Blue Collar Homeschool. Cindy shared with us about "Launching Developmentally Delayed Teens" Other topics covered in this episode: Facing Your Child's Future When the Outcome is Uncertain Balancing Abilities, Disabilities, and Misconceptions Handling Special Needs Homeschool Mom Guilt Fo...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Mickie Hayes M.Ed., disability advocate, course instructor, speaker, & podcaster. Mickie shared with us about " Teaching Students Self-Advocacy Skills" Other topics covered in this episode: Differences Between Advocacy and Self-Advocacy Why Problem-Solving Skills Improve Self-Advocacy How Testing Helps Student Self-Advocate Do...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Stephen "Doc" Hunsley, CEO of SOAR Special Needs Ministry and Elizabeth Barnett from the SOAR Ministry staff. Doc and Elizabeth shared with us about "Service Opportunities for Students with Special Needs" Other topics covered in this episode: Removing Volunteering Disability Barriers How Volunteering Helps Your Special Needs St...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Nancy van Loggerenberg, homeschool mom and owner and online educator at Online Elementary Tutor. Nancy shared with us about "Working and Learning in the World of Virtual Education" Other topics covered in this episode: Curating Your Homeschool Community Advantages of Virtual Learning for Homeschool Instruction Hands-On Virtual...

Our special guest on this pre-recorded broadcast of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dawn Spence, homeschool mom, special education teacher, and SPED Homeschool Teaching Manager. Dawn shared with us about "Why Your Special Needs Child Needs You to Get Out of the Box" #homeschooling #outofthebox #specialed #specialneeds Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool...

Our special guest on this pre-recorded broadcast of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Lara Lee, homeschool mom, author, blogger, and past SPED Homeschool team member. Lara shared with us about "Learning Alongside Your Student While You Homeschool " #homeschooling #learning #growthmindset #homeschoolmom Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Disco...

Our special guest on this pre-recorded broadcast of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Natalie Vecchione, adoptive homeschool mom, FASD parent, and owner of FASD Hope. Natalie shared with us about "Homeschooling a Child with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder" #homeschooling #FASD #homeschoolmom Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Discover more Ch...

Our special guest on this pre-recorded broadcast of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Amy Vickrey, homeschool mom, SPED Homeschool Training Manager, and owner of Exceptional Heights Education Services. Amy shared with us about "Overcoming Initial Homeschooling Hurdles" #homeschooling #gettingstarted #newtohomeschool #homeschoolmom Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spe...

Our special guest this evening on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dr. Aditya Nagrath PhD, founder and CEO of Elephant Learning. Aditya shared with us about "Reducing Learning Frustrations and Meltdowns" Other topics covered in this episode: Breaking Emotional Ties to Learning Healthy Parent Responses to a Learning Frustrations Filling Gaps to Reduce Learning Frustrations Why Math is Import...

Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were Matthew and Carol Newell, co-founders and directors of the Family Hope Center. Matthew and Carol shared with us about "Evaluating and Understanding Your Child's Abilities" Other topics covered in this episode: Moving Beyond Disability Labels and Capped Learning Goals Brain Science Behind Development, Growth, and Behavior Proa...

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Lafaya Mitchell, LMFT, author, family coach and founder of The Lafaya Way. Lafaya shared with us about "Cultivating Relationships that Improve Child Behavior" Other topics covered in this episode: Calming Accommodations for Hypersensitive Children Uncovering Underlying Behavior Triggers Strategies for Reaching Your Child's Beha...