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Welcome to Empowering Homeschool Conversations, your authority in navigating the world of homeschooling diverse learners. 

Featuring Peggy Ployhar from SPED Homeschool, Annie Yorty from AnnieYorty.com, Leilani Melendez from Living with Eve, Stephanie Buckwalter from ELARP Learning, and Dawn Jackson from Dawn Jackson Educational Consulting & Tutoring.

With over 75 years of combined homeschooling expertise, experiences, and perspectives, this group is eager to share their wealth of wisdom to empower your homeschooling journey.

So, grab your favorite mug, settle in and get ready for insightful discussions, valuable insights, and practical tips as these experts and their guests dive into the hottest topics in homeschooling. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler, just considering this path, or anywhere in between you don't want to miss a minute of these enlightening conversations that will empower your child to thrive in their homeschool environment.

Join us to give your homeschool the power boost it needs to successfully educate the unique learners in your home.

Have a homeschooling question for our panel? Or want to view our upcoming broadcast schedule? Go to this page, scroll down to the show images and click on the upcoming episode you’d like to submit a question for: https://empoweredhomeschool.com/empowering-homeschool-conversations-schedule

Links to Us:

https://spedhomeschool.com/

https://annieyorty.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve

https://elarplearning.com/

https://solimaracademy.com/

Empowering Homeschool Conversations Peggy Ployhar, SPED Homeschool Founder

    • Education
    • 4.9 • 14 Ratings

Welcome to Empowering Homeschool Conversations, your authority in navigating the world of homeschooling diverse learners. 

Featuring Peggy Ployhar from SPED Homeschool, Annie Yorty from AnnieYorty.com, Leilani Melendez from Living with Eve, Stephanie Buckwalter from ELARP Learning, and Dawn Jackson from Dawn Jackson Educational Consulting & Tutoring.

With over 75 years of combined homeschooling expertise, experiences, and perspectives, this group is eager to share their wealth of wisdom to empower your homeschooling journey.

So, grab your favorite mug, settle in and get ready for insightful discussions, valuable insights, and practical tips as these experts and their guests dive into the hottest topics in homeschooling. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler, just considering this path, or anywhere in between you don't want to miss a minute of these enlightening conversations that will empower your child to thrive in their homeschool environment.

Join us to give your homeschool the power boost it needs to successfully educate the unique learners in your home.

Have a homeschooling question for our panel? Or want to view our upcoming broadcast schedule? Go to this page, scroll down to the show images and click on the upcoming episode you’d like to submit a question for: https://empoweredhomeschool.com/empowering-homeschool-conversations-schedule

Links to Us:

https://spedhomeschool.com/

https://annieyorty.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve

https://elarplearning.com/

https://solimaracademy.com/

    Homeschool Fails Redeemed by God's Grace

    Homeschool Fails Redeemed by God's Grace

    Ever felt like you're failing at homeschooling? You're not alone! Join us for a heart-to-heart on 'Empowering Homeschool Conversations' as we delve into the raw, real, and often messy journey of homeschooling. In this episode, we'll explore 'Homeschool Fails Redeemed by God's Grace'. Our special guests share their personal stories of setbacks, struggles, and moments when they felt like throwing in the towel. But stay tuned, because through the trials and tribulations, they discovered the transformative power of God's grace. Get ready to be inspired, encouraged, and equipped as we navigate the highs and lows of homeschooling together. Tune in now and let's embrace the grace that turns our failures into beautiful redemption stories!

    Welcome to Empowering Homeschool Conversations, your authority in navigating the world of homeschooling diverse learners. 

    Featuring Peggy Ployhar from SPED Homeschool, 

    https://spedhomeschool.com/

    Annie Yorty from AnnieYorty.com, https://annieyorty.com/

    Leilani Melendez from Living with Eve, 

    https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve

    Stephanie Buckwalter from ELARP Learning, and 

    https://elarplearning.com/

    Dawn Jackson from Dawn Jackson Educational Consulting & Tutoring. 

    https://solimaracademy.com/

    With over 75 years of combined homeschooling expertise, experiences, and perspectives, this group is eager to share their wealth of wisdom to empower your homeschooling journey.

    So, grab your favorite mug, settle in and get ready for insightful discussions, valuable insights, and practical tips as these experts and their guests dive into the hottest topics in homeschooling. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler, just considering this path, or anywhere in between you don't want to miss a minute of these enlightening conversations that will empower your child to thrive in their homeschool environment.

    Join us to give your homeschool the power boost it needs to successfully educate the unique learners in your home.

    Viewers like you funded similar episodes, and other free resources from SPED Homeschool. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/

    Click here to power up your at home teaching with courses and downloadable hand-selected for you! https://empoweredhomeschool.com/
    Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/
    Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    • 1 hr 3 min
    Practice What You Preach: Modeling Biblical Truth at Home

    Practice What You Preach: Modeling Biblical Truth at Home

    Uncover invaluable insights and practical wisdom as we spend this week's discussion on Empowering Homeschool Conversations shedding light on how parents can authentically embody and impart biblical principles within their households. Get ready to be inspired and equipped to foster a nurturing environment where faith isn't just taught but lived out daily.

     

    Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Lee Ann Mancini, the CEO and founder of Raising Christian Kids, award-winning author and executive producer of the Sea Kids books & TV series, and Raising Kids to Follow Christ. Lee Ann shared with us about how to "Practice What You Preach: Modeling Biblical Truth at Home"

    Viewers like you funded similar episodes, and other free resources from SPED Homeschool. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/

    To connect with Lee Ann and her resources, use this link: https://raisingchristiankids.com/

    Here is a link to the Novel Effect app shared by Lee Ann in the show: https://noveleffect.com/

    To find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/

    Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/

    Click here to power up your at home teaching with courses and downloadable hand-selected for you! https://empoweredhomeschool.com/
    Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/
    Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    • 1 hr 1 min
    Homeschooling with AI, Part 2: Future Ready Learning, Nurturing Tomorrow's Tech Talent

    Homeschooling with AI, Part 2: Future Ready Learning, Nurturing Tomorrow's Tech Talent

    In an era of constant innovation, ensuring students are prepared for the future has never been more crucial. Join us as we explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping career landscapes and discover strategies for home educating families to ensure their students are well-equipped for these shifts. Whether you're a student, educator, or simply curious about future workforce preparation, this podcast is your guide to understanding how AI is shaping the landscape of tech readiness. Tune in and embark on a journey towards a brighter, more prepared future.

    Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Hannah Williams, homeschool graduate, top-selling author, and founder of d’Skills. Hannah shared with us about how to "Unlock Your Student's Potential with AI"

    Viewers like you funded similar episodes, and other free resources from SPED Homeschool. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/

    To connect with Hannah and her resources, use this link: https://www.dskills.io/

    To find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/

    Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/

    Click here to power up your at home teaching with courses and downloadable hand-selected for you! https://empoweredhomeschool.com/
    Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/
    Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    • 1 hr 7 min
    Homeschooling with AI, Part 1: Unlock Your Student's Potential with AI

    Homeschooling with AI, Part 1: Unlock Your Student's Potential with AI

    Are you a homeschooling parent eager to transform the educational journey for students with learning disabilities? In today's episode, we'll delve into a treasure trove of insights, tools, and real-world examples demonstrating how artificial intelligence can be leveraged to personalize education for your learners. From adapting curriculum to optimizing your home environment, join us as we explore the multifaceted ways AI can enhance both teaching and learning experiences.

     

    Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Hannah Williams, homeschool graduate, top-selling author, and founder of d’Skills. Hannah shared with us about how to "Unlock Your Student's Potential with AI"

     

    Viewers like you funded similar episodes, and other free resources from SPED Homeschool. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/

     

    To connect with Hannah and her resources, use this link: https://www.dskills.io/

     

    To find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/

     

    Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/

     

    Click here to power up your at home teaching with courses and downloadable hand-selected for you! https://empoweredhomeschool.com/
    Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/
    Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Nurturing Twice-Exceptional Minds – A Parent's Guide to Effective Teaching Strategies

    Nurturing Twice-Exceptional Minds – A Parent's Guide to Effective Teaching Strategies

    Is your gifted child struggling academically, emotionally, socially? It may be due to the fact that they are gifted with a glitch, which is often called twice-exceptional or 2e. Learn more about this misunderstood struggle and how you as a parent can teach and nurture your student at home who has mixed learning capabilities.

    Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Christy-Faith, homeschool mom, education expert, podcaster, and homeschooling influencer. Christy-Faith shared with us about "Empowering Brilliance: Nurturing Twice-Exceptional Minds – A Parent's Guide to Effective Teaching Strategies"

    Viewers like you funded similar episodes, and other free resources from SPED Homeschool. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/

    To connect with Christy-Faith and her resources, use this link:

    https://christy-faith.com https://www.christy-faiths-list.com/

    Thrive Homeschool Community: https://christy-faith.com/pages/thrive

    Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christy_faith

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christy_faith_homeschool

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@christy-faith

    To find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/

    Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/

    Click here to power up your at home teaching with courses and downloadable hand-selected for you! https://empoweredhomeschool.com/
    Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/
    Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    • 1 hr 1 min
    Schooling Horizons: Navigating the Decision to Home Educate

    Schooling Horizons: Navigating the Decision to Home Educate

    Are you confused about how to homeschool your child? What laws or regulations you need to follow? What subjects you need to teach? Or, how to plan out day-to-day teaching in your home? Then this interview is for you! Learn how to navigate all of these decisions to create the perfect homeschooling plan for your family.

    Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Stefanie Palazzolo, homeschool mom, consultant, and coach and the creator of My Homeschool Expert. Stephanie shared with us about "Schooling Horizons: Navigating the Decision to Home Educate" Viewers like you funded similar episodes, and other free resources from SPED Homeschool.

    To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/

    To connect with Stephanie and her resources, use these links:

    Website: www.myhomeschoolexpert.com

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myhomeschoolexpert/

    Instagram: @myhomeschoolexpert

    Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/myhomeschoolexp

    Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/my-home-school-expert-mhse-9222362a4/

    To find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/

    Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/

    Click here to power up your at home teaching with courses and downloadable hand-selected for you! https://empoweredhomeschool.com/
    Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/
    Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    • 1 hr

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
14 Ratings

14 Ratings

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Excellent resources!

Peggy cares about her audience! She researches the needs and brings the most informative experts on her podcast. Homeschool parents need all the help they can get and Peggy offers many services that are excellent and easy to implement! In fact, all parents, even those who don’t homeschool, will find great nuggets of info to make their parenting journey successful!

LearnDifferently.con ,

Wide range of topics & experts

Host Peggy Ployhar keeps finding great experts and helpful angles to explore for parents homeschooling kids with special needs and learning challenges. She’s done her homework and picked informative, helpful speakers. Practical and encouraging!

CharlieMaggie4 ,

Valuable, practical tips

I have learned so much from listening to this wide variety of experts! I’m a professional and it is a valuable resource for continuing my education. Peggy is kind and compassionate and interviews guests with a similar outlook on helping these kiddos.

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