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In this summer episode of We Have Hope, I am joined by a special guest, my husband Ed, as we dive into the challenges and triumphs of managing extracurricular activities for our three children. Ed, a seasoned special education teacher, shares his insights, offering a unique perspective as we are both parents and educators.We discuss our family’s journey through various schooling decisions, balancing educational needs with extracurricular activities, and maintaining family values amidst a busy...

In this episode of "We Have Hope," host Kim Dully shares her top tips for making this summer unforgettable. Kim discusses the importance of clear communication, offering strategies to keep everyone on the same page and ensure smooth interactions. She also discusses the excitement of creating a summer bucket list packed with fun and memorable activities for all ages. Kim also provides valuable insights on how to navigate transitions smoothly, whether it's adjusting to a new routine or pre...

In this episode, Kim sheds light on the critical differences between dual enrollment and concurrent enrollment, offering valuable insights for parents and students alike. She explores various options within each program and covers essential topics such as high school credits and the requirements of the Hope Scholarship.Kim provides practical advice and actionable information, ensuring parents and guardians can make informed decisions about their child's education. She discusses the advantages...

In this episode, we sit down with Kris, a dedicated homeschool mom, who shares her journey of teaching her four children. She recalls the excitement of discovering the "perfect" language arts curriculum, only to hit a brick wall a few weeks into each school year. This overwhelming experience led her to realize that her children didn't need to master every detail to succeed.This epiphany was the catalyst for the creation of The Write Journey three decades ago. Kris's mission became clear—disti...

Today on We Have Hope, Kim talks with Sarah Marshall of KVC West Virginia. KVC West Virginia is a state-licensed child placement agency dedicated to strengthening families and preventing child abuse and neglect. After seeing a need for more educational options for youth experiencing foster care, KVC partnered with First Star Academy and Fairmont State to offer Middle College.Middle College at Fairmont State University is a specialized, on-campus academic program created for West Virginia yout...

Welcome back to part 2 of our conversation with Erica Wimmer.In this episode, we are taking a deeper dive into the effects of the Hope Scholarship, exploring new educational possibilities, teaching kids to learn, and individualized needs of students.If you haven’t listened to part 1 yet, go back and listen to it first! We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did!Episode Highlights:Latching onto Hope.A personal touch on education.Finding out what works.Learning to learn.Hope for West...