The Thing About School

In this episode, we talk with Steven about: The pros and cons of finance Hitting rock bottom and never giving up How powerful mindset can be when confronted with challenges Steven King started trading stocks at age 15 and made 1.2 million by his 18th birthday. He dropped out of high school to trade full-time. He decided to go back to school and pursue a college education so that he could get into...

In this episode, we talk with Robyn about: The power of unschooling How to connect to your WHY of unschooling What learning looks like when unschooling Robyn Robertson is an unschooling mom to 2 kids, podcast host of Honey! I'm Homeschooling The Kids, business owner and public school board trustee. Robyn, her husband and their 2 kids started their world-schooling journey in 2012. During this time,...

In this episode, we break down: What Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is Why it's beneficial not just for students, but adults as well Statistics on how effective SEL is- real world impact For more information on helpful SEL classes, check out:  lifelaunchuniversity.org Other helpful resources to follow on Instagram are:  @biglifejournal  and  @wired.for.wellbeing   Let us know your successful SEL...

In this episode, we break down: Why the SAT and ACT tests are important How you can prepare for test day The importance of knowing the college admissions process for individual colleges   For more information on test dates and registration for the ACT, go to:  www.act.org For more information on test dates and registration for the SAT, go to:  collegeboard.org   If you are interested in taking SAT...

In this episode, we share: What it means to be a lifelong learner How to learn how to be a learner Habits of lifelong learners We referenced the book, "Becoming a Learner" by Matthew L. Sanders, and encourage you to pick up a copy for yourself!   If you aren't sure if online learning is a good fit for you, you can schedule a FREE consultation call to talk with our team:  www.mountainpointacademy.c...

In this episode, we share: Real-life parent concerns about how the traditional school system is structured The power of fostering relationships between teachers and students How online learning takes a more individualized approach to these issues If you aren't sure if online learning is a good fit for you, you can schedule a FREE consultation call to talk with our team:  www.mountainpointacademy.c...

In this episode, we share: The power and benefits of gratitude How you can practice it in your own life Our own personal experiences with gratitude How do you show/practice gratitude in your own life? Share your stories with us! 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...

In this episode, we share: Determining your connection to your resolution Ways to revise and recommit to your resolution How to give yourself grace with your progress Share in the comments how your New Year's Resolution is coming along and if you've had to make any adjustments to them! Let us know what you think of this episode! Be sure to leave a review on iTunes or wherever you listen. And if yo...

In this episode, we share: Effective resume writing tools The importance of keeping your resume relevant Tailoring your resume to the industry you are seeking To review the resources we shared, you can check them out here: indeed.com goalsandachievements.com Make My Resume Guide   If you'd like to find out what your career aptitudes are, give us a call to enroll today! (801) 653-9649 Let us know w...

In this episode, we share: Mental health statistics for adolescents The importance of mental health awareness How to recognize when someone might be struggling If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, here are some resources: QPR Training Suicide and Crisis Lifeline mentalhealth.gov   If someone is in immediate danger or has already harmed themselves, call 911. Let us kno...

In this episode, Aubree talks about: The physical and mental health benefits of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu The power of community and finding people who build you up How her own trauma helped guide her journey Born and raised under extremely adverse conditions, Aubree was able to defy the odds and forge her own path. Her resilience in the face of adversity has helped turn her into the passionate advocate...

In this episode, Rory shares: What a military career entails How to prepare for lifelong learning Making the most of human connections Rory Mele is an Associate Safety Professional, Construction Health and Safety Technician, and a Human Resources and Public Affairs Officer in the Army National Guard. He is the Director of Environmental Health and Safety at BHI, a general contractor out of Vernal,...

In this episode, we talk about: Why planning and organizing are crucial How to find out what organizational tools work for you Using a support system to help you stay on task What are your favorite online tools that help you stay organized? Tag us on Instagram @mtnpointacademy with your favorite. We'd love to hear ALL the resources we can share with students!

In this episode, we talk about: The different techniques for studying The value of finding what works for you Why developing study skills now will help you throughout life If you have any questions about study skills or how online learning might be a good fit for you, be sure to sign up for our FREE consultation call here.

In this episode, we talk about: What a time audit is Why it's important How to conduct one Let us know how your time audit went. Were you surprised by where you are spending your time? Are you setting aside enough time to achieve your goals?   If you are trying to set some goals and need guidance, check out last week's episode!

In this episode, Mark shares: The importance of community and relationships Being authentic in how you show up The perception of failure Mark Taylor is the creator and host of the Education on Fire podcast. He interviews teachers, parents and mentors from around the world so he can enable you to support your children to live, learn and grow to their full potential. Mark is supporting a child cente...

In this episode, we talk about: The different approaches to goal setting Why setting attainable goals will keep you motivated How to use proven theories in goal setting to achieve your dreams Share your favorite goal setting technique with us! Tag us on Instagram @mtnpointacademy with an actionable step you are taking today to reach your dreams!   Let us know what you think of this episode! Be sur...

In this episode, Karla shares: Why exploring different interests and passions can lead to great things How processing your grief/trauma can help you develop The power of finding your tribe Karla holds a bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management with Organizational Behavior and a Masters in Psychology with a Post Masters in Trauma Counseling. Karla's robust experience in residential treatment...

In this episode, we talk about: How powerful the growth mindset can be Why a fixed mindset isn't serving you How you can re-evaluate and develop a growth mindset To explore experiential learning opportunities, set up your FREE consultation call here:  mountainpointacademy.com/letschat You can find the book here:  Mindset by Carol Dweck

In this episode, we talk about: Things we wish we had learned in high school Why learning real-world skills now can help you long-term Life skills that will come in handy for you later If you have wondered if online learning is a good fit for you or your student, set up your FREE consultation call here:  mountainpointacademy.com/letschat

In this episode, we talk about: Benefits of a high school diploma vs. a GED The learning experiences that happen in high school Why learning how to learn is crucial to your success If you never finished up your high school diploma, give us a call today to see how we can help! Set up your FREE consultation call here:  mountainpointacademy.com/letschat

In this episode, Alex shares: Resources for parents and students transitioning from RTC The importance of holistic healing for adults and youth Why it's vital for everyone to heal their inner wounds Alex is the Founder and CEO of Aspen Growth Coaching, a remote clinical coaching platform supporting people to reintegrate into their lives and communities after residential treatment, or to avoid a pl...

In this episode, Carolynn shares: The importance of authenticity in reactions with people What parents can do to help support their children in success The impact of social media and entitlement on the next generation Carolynn Williams is a Keynote Speaker, Communication Consultant, Life Coach, and Travel Connoisseur. She is passionate about authentic connection and believes that all relationships...

In this episode, McKella shares: How "following your curiosity" can lead to great breakthroughs The power of writing What a career as a writer looks like The "happy accidents" that come along while learning skills M.K. Sawyer is an author and freelance writer. She knew from a young age that she wanted to be an author. She's been writing stories since she could hold a pen. She used to stay in from...

In this episode, Matt shares: The value of using your mind as your most powerful tool How to find out what types of skills you are good at Why it's so important to use lifelong learning   Matt Perry got his undergraduate in Business Administration from UVU in 2014 and his Master of Business Administration from USU in 2020. He has worked in various positions including Production Manager, Safety Dir...