Home(school) with Steph

Stephany Rios
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Hi, I'm Steph. I grew up going to public school and with parents who punched a time clock. I never thought I'd take a different path. Then my high school sweetheart husband dropped out of college and pursued entrepreneurship and a series of circumstances made me reluctant to put my oldest child in public school. Now, I'm a homeschooling mom of 5, a former RN turned jewelry designer & small business owner. I'm sharing everything you need to know when it comes to raising children, homeschooling, motherhood and more.

  1. May 26

    From Frustration to Connection: A Better Way to Teach Your Child with Sandra Flees

    Welcome back to another episode of Home School with Steph. I love being able to interview different people and provide resources as well as share my own experience on today's episode. So today's episode is going to be for the mom who has ever sat at the table with her child and thought, why is this so hard? The tears, the resistance, the moments of I can't that are being said, what if it's not about the curriculum and what if it's not even about your child's ability to learn? Today, I'm talking with Sandra Flees, a sensory-based learning creator, homeschooling mom, and the heart behind Chasing Fireflies Learning. Sandra helps parents understand how their child learns through what they can see, hear, and feel, and how to support their nervous system so learning can actually stick, talking about emotional regulation, reducing resistance, and creating homeschool days that feel more calm, more connected, and more doable. So if you ever feel discouraged or stuck with homeschooling, stick around. This is the episode you're going to want to listen to. Show Notes:00:00 Intro00:00 Introduction to Sensory-Based Learning02:55 Understanding the Importance of Regulation05:54 Movement as a Learning Tool09:04 Implementing Sensory-Based Learning11:54 The Journey of Homeschooling14:56 Flexible Structure in Education17:56 Nurturing Interests and Skills20:14 The Determination of a Mother 22:32 Creating Effective Learning Tools23:54 Sharing Resources and Strategies25:49 The Importance of Regulation in Learning28:30 Overcoming Homeschooling Challenges34:06 Socialization Myths in Homeschooling40:14 Trusting Maternal Intuition   Links:  Find her on instagram @chasingfireflieslearning State Laws for homeschool Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!www.ivianaandco.com Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY www.stephriosblog.com Let’s connect! Join me on Facebook: Iviana & Co Steph Rios Blog Join me on Instagram: @ivianaandco @stephriosblog Leave a review!  Did this podcast episode resonate with you? If you found it helpful and meaningful, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also screenshot the episode and share it to your social network! I appreciate your support so much. Thank you! ~Steph *I do make a small commission from amazon links as an amazon affiliate. No legal advice is being given in regards to homeschooling. Make sure to check your state laws and remain compliant with homeschool laws in your state

    46 min

  2. May 19

    Homeschooling support through the high school years with Mariam Ghouri

    Welcome back to Home School with Steph, the podcast where we remind you that you are capable, qualified, and not alone on your homeschooling journey. Today's conversation is for the mom who has looked at her child and thought, I know they're capable. What more can we do? Today, I'm sitting down with Mariam, the founder of My Tutoring Spot and MTS Collegiate Academy. I love her story. It didn't just start as a business, it started as a personal calling where she saw students who needed more support and help and figured out how to help them. Now she partners with families to help them through tutoring services, homeschool planning, and high school planning, including how to navigate those high school transcripts and college prep and the dual enrollment. Coming alongside parents, not replacing them. If you've ever wondered what it could look like to have someone in your corner as you homeschool, this episode is going to encourage you so much.  Show Notes:00:00 Intro00:56 The Role of Tutoring in Homeschooling04:05 Navigating High School Homeschooling06:56 Understanding Dual Credit Programs12:59 The Journey to Founding My Tutoring Spot16:03 Empowering Students Through Flexibility19:06 The Balance of Homeschooling and Public Schooling23:56 Rediscovering Fun in Motherhood25:18 Exploring Homeschooling Options27:29 Navigating Middle School and High School Homeschooling31:06 Fostering Open Communication with Teens33:22 Encouraging Self-Directed Learning39:14 Preparing for a Changing Job Market42:18 Finding Balance in Parenting43:29 Encouragement for Homeschooling Parents45:39 Exploring Diverse Educational Approaches   Links:  Check out her  WebsiteFind her on instagram @mytutoringspot State Laws for homeschool Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!www.ivianaandco.com Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY www.stephriosblog.com Let’s connect! Join me on Facebook: Iviana & Co Steph Rios Blog Join me on Instagram: @ivianaandco @stephriosblog Leave a review!  Did this podcast episode resonate with you? If you found it helpful and meaningful, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also screenshot the episode and share it to your social network! I appreciate your support so much. Thank you! ~Steph *I do make a small commission from amazon links as an amazon affiliate. No legal advice is being given in regards to homeschooling. Make sure to check your state laws and remain compliant with homeschool laws in your state

    47 min

  3. May 14

    Homeschooling Through Different Seasons: Balancing Motherhood, Business, and Family with Britnee

    Hello and welcome back to another episode of homeschool Steph. I am so glad you're here today because I think you're going to love this conversation. It's going to encourage so many of you who are trying to balance motherhood business and homeschooling all at the same time. Today I am joined by Britnee. She is the owner of Papaya Sue boutique. She is also a hairdresser or hairstylist, I just found that out, and she's a mama. She's home with school through different seasons of life, and knows firsthand what it looks like to adapt, pivot and figure things out. As we go along, figure out what's best for our family and our kids as they grow and as life changes.+ Show Notes:00:00 Intro02:57 Brittany's Journey Through Homeschooling06:00 Adapting Education to Individual Needs08:45 The Balance of Homeschooling and Public School11:52 Finding Identity Beyond Motherhood14:56 The Importance of Self-Care for Moms17:48 Navigating Changes in Family Dynamics22:41 Navigating the Phases of Motherhood25:21 Balancing Business and Family Life26:55 Involving Kids in Your Work29:57 The Importance of Connection and Involvement32:24 Encouraging Entrepreneurship in Children34:15 Shifting Perspectives on Motherhood and Work37:19 Embracing Change and Finding Joy41:42 Final Thoughts on Motherhood and Business   Links:  Check out her  WebsiteFind her on instagram @ papayasue State Laws for homeschool Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!www.ivianaandco.com Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY www.stephriosblog.com Let’s connect! Join me on Facebook: Iviana & Co Steph Rios Blog Join me on Instagram: @ivianaandco @stephriosblog Leave a review!  Did this podcast episode resonate with you? If you found it helpful and meaningful, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also screenshot the episode and share it to your social network! I appreciate your support so much. Thank you! ~Steph *I do make a small commission from amazon links as an amazon affiliate. No legal advice is being given in regards to homeschooling. Make sure to check your state laws and remain compliant with homeschool laws in your state

    49 min

  4. May 5

    Encouragement for Parents Balancing Different Learning Styles, Self-Doubt, and Unexpected Challenges

    Hello, welcome to another episode of Homeschool Staff. Thank you so much for joining me. Okay, today we're gonna talk about something new that's happened over at our home. We have a new homeschooling student. Yep, we've picked up another one and we are going to finish out the school year with her.  Show Notes:00:00 Intro00:33 Welcoming a New Homeschooling Student02:57 Navigating Changes in Homeschooling Dynamics05:35 Addressing Comparison and Self-Reflection in Learning08:32 Encouragement for Homeschooling Parents11:34 Connecting with the Homeschooling Community   Links:  State Laws for homeschool Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!www.ivianaandco.com Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY www.stephriosblog.com Let’s connect! Join me on Facebook: Iviana & Co Steph Rios Blog Join me on Instagram: @ivianaandco @stephriosblog Leave a review!  Did this podcast episode resonate with you? If you found it helpful and meaningful, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also screenshot the episode and share it to your social network! I appreciate your support so much. Thank you! ~Steph *I do make a small commission from amazon links as an amazon affiliate. No legal advice is being given in regards to homeschooling. Make sure to check your state laws and remain compliant with homeschool laws in your state

    15 min

  5. Apr 28

    78:Homeschool Grammar Made Simple: Patty McGee on Fun Literacy Activities and, Writing Skills

    Welcome back to another episode of Homeschooling with Steph. Today I have Patty McGee in the studio with me. She is a nationally recognized literacy consultant, speaker, and educator with a passion for transforming classrooms into spaces where language and learning come alive. And I know she'll be able to apply that to the homeschooling students that we all have. With decades of experience as a teacher, coach, and advocate for delightful literacy practices, Patty has worked alongside educators across the country partnering to unlock the full potential of their students.  Show Notes:00:00 Intro02:44 The Journey from Teaching to Literacy Consulting05:24 Advice for Teaching Reading to Struggling Learners10:53 Understanding Key Reading Concepts14:25 The Importance of Nonfiction in Reading 18:19 Creating Engaging Learning Environments24:49 The Role of Grammar in Literacy37:18 Nurturing Voice Through Grammar39:09 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Homeschooling Moms   Links:  Check out Patty’s  WebsiteFind her on instagram @pmgmcgeePatty’s Linked-in State Laws for homeschool Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!www.ivianaandco.com Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY www.stephriosblog.com Let’s connect! Join me on Facebook: Iviana & Co Steph Rios Blog Join me on Instagram: @ivianaandco @stephriosblog Leave a review!  Did this podcast episode resonate with you? If you found it helpful and meaningful, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also screenshot the episode and share it to your social network! I appreciate your support so much. Thank you! ~Steph *I do make a small commission from amazon links as an amazon affiliate. No legal advice is being given in regards to homeschooling. Make sure to check your state laws and remain compliant with homeschool laws in your state

    43 min

  6. Apr 22

    What AI Teachers Mean for Homeschooling, Family Connection, and the Future of Education

    Hello and welcome to another episode of Home School Steph. Thanks so much for joining me again. I am so glad to be here. It's been a minute since we've done a solo episode. Maybe it doesn't feel that way to you, but I've had some great guests lately, so I hope you've caught those episodes. I just love bringing really good resources to you. Today I'm going to do something a little bit different and we're going to talk about a current event that honestly, it came across my feed on Instagram, but I did a little bit of research on it, and It intrigued me. Show Notes:00:00 Intro02:56 The Impact of Technology on Education05:55 Humanoid Robots in the Classroom08:55 Concerns About Emotional Well-Being11:58 The Future of Education and Technology14:44 Conclusion and Reflection on Homeschooling  Links:  State Laws for homeschool Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!www.ivianaandco.com Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY www.stephriosblog.com Let’s connect! Join me on Facebook: Iviana & Co Steph Rios Blog Join me on Instagram: @ivianaandco @stephriosblog Leave a review!  Did this podcast episode resonate with you? If you found it helpful and meaningful, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also screenshot the episode and share it to your social network! I appreciate your support so much. Thank you! ~Steph *I do make a small commission from amazon links as an amazon affiliate. No legal advice is being given in regards to homeschooling. Make sure to check your state laws and remain compliant with homeschool laws in your state

    20 min

  7. Apr 14

    Raising Safety-Aware Kids Without Raising Fear - former LAPD Jeff Wenninger

    Welcome to another episode of Home School with Steph. Today I have Jeff Wenninger, retired LAPD lieutenant with 33 years of service. He is also the author of the book On Thin Ice, an LAPD veteran's journey to reimagine policing. Today he helps police departments and communities rethink modern policing through training, research and consulting.  Show Notes:00:00 Intro02:42 The Evolution of Policing and Community Relations05:39 Challenges in Law Enforcement: A Personal Perspective08:45 The Importance of Community Engagement in Safety11:38 Reimagining School Safety: The Role of Trusted Adults15:00 The Impact of Parental Involvement on School Violence17:44 Navigating Technology: The Digital Age and Youth20:52 The Consequences of Screen Time on Child Development26:18 Navigating Social Media and Bullying26:59 The Role of Parents in Child Safety28:38 Empowering Children with Technology32:22 Preparing Kids for Real-World Scenarios36:48 Balancing Awareness and Fear42:28 Community Involvement for Safety44:48 Reimagining Policing and Community Relations50:50 Normalizing Safety Conversations   Links:  Find Jeff on  Linked-InCheck out Jeff’s book: On Thin Icehttps://lawenforcementconsultants.com State Laws for homeschool Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!www.ivianaandco.com Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY www.stephriosblog.com Let’s connect! Join me on Facebook: Iviana & Co Steph Rios Blog Join me on Instagram: @ivianaandco @stephriosblog Leave a review!  Did this podcast episode resonate with you? If you found it helpful and meaningful, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also screenshot the episode and share it to your social network! I appreciate your support so much. Thank you! ~Steph *I do make a small commission from amazon links as an amazon affiliate. No legal advice is being given in regards to homeschooling. Make sure to check your state laws and remain compliant with homeschool laws in your state

    56 min

  8. Apr 7

    Teaching Kids About Money: Raising Financially Confident Adults with Deb Kierstead

    Hello and welcome to another episode of Homeschool with Deb. Today in the studio, I have Deb. Deb is a homeschooling mom to four kiddos who are now grown. And I always love an opportunity to talk to a seasoned homeschool mama who can share her experience with us. Deb loves teaching children and now teaches financial literacy to children in her community and has also developed homeschooling curriculum to help those that she can't reach in person. Show Notes:00:00 Intro01:00Introduction to Homeschooling and Financial Literacy03:07 The Importance of Early Money Conversations05:55 Budgeting and Real-Life Financial Skills08:52 Involving Kids in Everyday Financial Decisions12:14 Reflections on Homeschooling Experience17:51 The Value of Personalized Learning Styles26:06 The Homeschooling Lifestyle: Community and Connection30:28 The Benefits of Homeschooling: A Family Perspective33:36 Building Strong Family Bonds Through Homeschooling39:05 Financial Literacy: Preparing Kids for the Future   Links:  Check out Deb’s Website: http://www.liveskillsmoney.com/  Here you can get the  academy, or  Home- edition of her course.  State Laws for homeschool Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!www.ivianaandco.com Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY www.stephriosblog.com Let’s connect! Join me on Facebook: Iviana & Co Steph Rios Blog Join me on Instagram: @ivianaandco @stephriosblog Leave a review!  Did this podcast episode resonate with you? If you found it helpful and meaningful, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also screenshot the episode and share it to your social network! I appreciate your support so much. Thank you! ~Steph *I do make a small commission from amazon links as an amazon affiliate. No legal advice is being given in regards to homeschooling. Make sure to check your state laws and remain compliant with homeschool laws in your state

    51 min
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Hi, I'm Steph. I grew up going to public school and with parents who punched a time clock. I never thought I'd take a different path. Then my high school sweetheart husband dropped out of college and pursued entrepreneurship and a series of circumstances made me reluctant to put my oldest child in public school. Now, I'm a homeschooling mom of 5, a former RN turned jewelry designer & small business owner. I'm sharing everything you need to know when it comes to raising children, homeschooling, motherhood and more.

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  • Creator
    Stephany Rios
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    82
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 Stephany Rios
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    Home(school) with Steph