The Thing About School

In this episode, Kristi highlights: ~ Tools and strategies to help teens build confidence ~ Why having an accountability buddy really helps ~ The power of habit stacking Kristi is a wife, and a mom of two, Hendrix (3 years old) and Beatrix (1 year old). After the birth of her son in 2020, she began imperfectly creating change in her life, these changes, although for a better life, were met with ma...

In this episode, we talk about: ~ Fostering Positive Teacher-Student Relationships ~ Enhancing the Learning Experience ~ Promoting Emotional Well-being We are offering free 15-minute consultation calls to help you see how MPA can fit into your homeschooling plan. Set up your call today!  www.mountainpointacademy.com/letschat   For further insights into how gratitude in education can cultivate a po...

In this episode, we talk about: How to frame learning in a gratitude mindset Why gratitude can impact learning experiences How to model gratitude for your children If you aren't sure if online school is a good fit for your student, set up your FREE consultation call with us!  https://mountainpointacademy.com/letschat   Michelle is a certified master life coach and a 'Learning to BREATHE' instructo...

In this episode, we talk about: The growing popularity of homeschool voucher programs Mountain Point Academy's flexibility to help with homeschool options Why we might be a good fit for your homeschooling needs We are offering free 15-minute consultation calls to help you see how MPA can fit into your homeschooling plan. Set up your call today!  www.mountainpointacademy.com/letschat   For further...

In this episode, Rebecca shares: What being a trauma-informed coach means How being a coach has changed her parenting How parenting from intuition is a game-changer   Rebecca Lynn (RebL) is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, speaker, writer, coach, and leadership expert. She currently runs her own coaching practice where she works with individuals and teams to become more self-aware, and to break ou...

In this episode, Eric shares: How to evaluate your aptitudes to see if a job is a good fit for you The power of networking Why it's crucial to go "all in" when there is an opportunity you want to pursue Eric Busalacchi is Vice President of Retail Sales at PennyMac Loan Services, LLC in Franklin, TN. He currently oversees and manages a team of sales representatives. You can find him on LinkedIn at:...

In this episode, David shares: The highs and lows of being a student-athlete Why resilience in life and sports is so important How to make the most of networking & opportunities that come along David is a husband and father of 3 boys and a daughter. Before starting his family, David graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in Speech Communication and Family Studies. While at Utah, David...

In this episode, Amy talks about: Behind the scenes of a school's lunchroom How to focus on lifelong learning and the growth mindset The unique opportunities of being a unit manager   Amy Totts is a school Unit Manager, or "lunch lady" as her students lovingly refer to her, hailing from Kenosha, WI. She has an impressive 15-year-long experience in her field. Passionate about her work, Amy finds im...

In this episode, Carla and Nathan share: How a career in finance and investments can be both rewarding and flexible Why breaking through obstacles and overcoming fears is crucial to success The long-term payoff of becoming an entrepreneur vs. working for a company   Carla is President and Founding Member of ClearStep Financial and Investment Advisor Representative with Harbour Investments, Inc. Bo...

In this episode, Jessica shares: Why it's important to love the work you do Being prepared for behavioral management and data analyzation How to incorporate relationship-building in teaching Jessica Beus has worked as a teacher in public schools for eight years. She was teacher of the year for Canyons School District in 2019 and is now working as an instructional coach in Granite District. She has...

In this episode, Hayley highlights: Taking advantage of "open doors" Why it's important to pursue your hobbies aside from formal learning Finding balance between passion and work   Hayley is an educator specializing in career and academic exploration and adjusting to, and thriving in college. She loves helping young people discover their passions and the problems they hope to solve by co-exploring...

In this episode, we talk about: The top 10 challenges facing online schools How students and parents can stay engaged in online learning How we address these concerns to make the learning experience rich Let us know what you think of this episode! Be sure to leave a review on iTunes or wherever you listen. And if you aren't sure if online is a good fit for you, you can set up a FREE consultation c...

In this episode, we talk about: How to discover the "feeling" you want for your life Tools to help you discover your vision for summer school and beyond Why having a vision can help drive the results you seek Let us know what you think of this episode! Be sure to leave a review on iTunes or wherever you listen. And if you aren't sure if online is a good fit for you, you can set up a FREE consultat...

In this episode, we talk about: Why summer school is the PERFECT time for experiential learning How to make the most of your experiences How to get school credit for things you are already doing If you'd like to see which experiences you are already participating in might qualify for high school credit, you can set up a FREE consultation call here:  www.mountainpointacademy.com/letschat   You can...

In this episode, we talk about: Why keeping a routine through the summer will help you How to make the most of your summer schooling The importance of consistency If you have been wondering about summer school options, give us a call today at 801-653-9649 or set up a free consultation call here: mountainpointacademy.com/letschat

In this episode, we talk about: How AI is affecting education Why it's important to understand and adapt to AI The pros and cons of AI in education Let us know what you think of this episode! Be sure to leave a review on iTunes or wherever you listen. And if you aren't sure if online is a good fit for you, you can set up a FREE consultation call here:  www.mountainpointacademy.com/letschat

In this episode, we talk about: The difficulties teachers and districts faced with digitizing curriculum at the last minute How emergency remote learning contrasts with traditional online learning Why online learning can still be an option for your family, even if you had a bad experience with the emergency remote learning during COVID shutdowns   Let us know what you think of this episode! Be sur...

In this episode, we talk about: Some of the arguments against homeschooling or non-traditional homeschooling How to decide if homeschooling is right for your family Why a hybrid model might help your student   Let us know what you think of this episode! Be sure to leave a review on iTunes or wherever you listen. And if you aren't sure if online is a good fit for you, you can set up a FREE consulta...

In this episode, we talk about: Why homeschooling is becoming more prevalent What parents are hoping homeschool will provide for their children How you can decide if homeschooling is the right path for you Articles we referenced: Top 8 Reasons Parents Opt to Homeschool Their Children ,  Tutor Zone Homeschooling Statistics ,  Think Impact   Let us know what you think of this episode! Be sure to lea...

In this episode, we talk about: How COVID shed light on what students are really learning at school Overarching themes on why parents aren't happy with traditional schooling Why there has been a shift in parents looking for alternatives to education If you are wondering if online learning is a good fit for your student, schedule your free consultation call here:  www.mountainpointacademy.com/letsc...

In this episode, we talk about: Tips for your student to succeed in online learning How you as a parent can support your child's learning Why it's crucial to maintain boundaries and communication If you are wondering if online learning is a good fit for your student, schedule your free consultation call here:  www.mountainpointacademy.com/letschat

In this episode, Dianne shares: How neuro-pathway training can help retrain your brain to get what it needs What neuro-pathway training is Why regulating your brain can improve your quality of life Dianne Kosto, is the CEO and Founder of SYMMETRY Neuro-Pathway Training, which provides Neurofeedback services and systems to individuals, families, therapeutic programs, and professionals across the US...

In this episode, John shares: How to have an attitude of gratitude The importance of making amends & repairing relationships The journey to recovery and what that looks like John Egan works as a Clinical Outreach Specialist for Futures Recovery Healthcare. He has as worked in the field of substance use disorder treatment since 2009 in many capacities including as a primary therapist. He adds treme...

In this episode, Lindsay highlights the college recruiting process and talks about: Why it's so important to ask the right questions What resources are out there as you navigate the process Not being afraid to dream big and make your goals known Lindsay is a wife, mom of three boys, a former collegiate athlete, and has spent the last 13 years as a School Counselor. She has impacted hundreds of you...

In this episode, we talk with Beth about: The role of a parent in their child's learning and growth How to identify your internal triggers to help the family dynamic Why it's so important to learn how to self-regulate   Beth Hillman is the founder of Beth Hillman Coaching. When her fifteen-year-old son went to wilderness, Beth realized he wasn't the only one who needed a major reset. She was a wre...