Empowering Homeschool Conversations

By SPED Homeschool

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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/


Episode Date
Strategies for Conquering Homeschooling Challenges: Tips for Success
Apr 30, 2024
Homeschool Fails Redeemed by God's Grace
Apr 23, 2024
Practice What You Preach: Modeling Biblical Truth at Home
Apr 16, 2024
Homeschooling with AI, Part 2: Future Ready Learning, Nurturing Tomorrow's Tech Talent
Apr 09, 2024
Homeschooling with AI, Part 1: Unlock Your Student's Potential with AI
Apr 02, 2024
Nurturing Twice-Exceptional Minds – A Parent's Guide to Effective Teaching Strategies
Mar 26, 2024
Schooling Horizons: Navigating the Decision to Home Educate
Mar 19, 2024
Sightful Learning: Unveiling the Impact of Vision on Student Success
Mar 12, 2024
The Intimate Connection Between Mental Health and Learning Disabilities
Mar 05, 2024
Practical Advice for Homeschooling Parents of Special Needs Children
Feb 27, 2024
Reading Resilience: Empowering Parents with Four Strategies to Support Struggling Readers
Feb 20, 2024
Science at Home: A Homeschool Parent's to Integrating STEM into Everyday Life
Feb 13, 2024
Inclusive Learning: Empowering Special Needs Families in Homeschool Co-ops
Feb 06, 2024
Shared Lessons: Embracing and Cultivating Support in Homeschooling
Jan 30, 2024
Gifts Unveiled: A Parent's Journey with a Special Needs Child
Jan 23, 2024
Homeschool Curriculum Customization Methods
Jan 16, 2024
Simple Methods for Restoring Rest in Your Home
Jan 09, 2024
Homeschooling from To-Do List to Purposeful Pursuit
Jan 02, 2024
Extend Learning: How to Homeschool after High School
Dec 26, 2023
Christ-Centered Homeschool Christmas Learning
Dec 20, 2023
Create Harmonious Spiritual and Homeschool Rhythms
Dec 12, 2023
Motivating Writers: Ideas are Genius!
Dec 05, 2023
Ways to Include Grandparents in At-Home Learning
Nov 28, 2023
Simple Solutions for Challenging Child Behavior
Nov 21, 2023
Natural Sleep Strategies for Children
Nov 14, 2023
Homeschooling Creators: Two Young Authors Share Their Stories
Nov 07, 2023
5 Keys to Improve Student Behavior
Oct 31, 2023
Executive Functioning Behavioral Intervention Strategies for Parents
Oct 24, 2023
Tips for Making Math Concepts Easier to Learn
Oct 17, 2023
How to Put Your Child in Charge of Learning
Oct 10, 2023
Optimize Experiential and Child-Directed Learning Opportunities
Oct 03, 2023
3 Things that Boost At-Home Learning
Sep 26, 2023
Purpose-Driven Homeschool Instruction
Sep 19, 2023
Set Your Struggling Student Up for Learning Success
Sep 12, 2023
The Secret to Finding Calm in Homeschool Chaos
Sep 05, 2023
Back to Homeschool Q&A with Peggy Ployhar
Aug 29, 2023
Celebrate Growth in Your Homeschool, Not Perfection
Aug 22, 2023
BONUS Episode Online Spanish Classes with Elizabeth Kouma
Aug 17, 2023
All In Homeschooling—Persevering to Finish Well
Aug 15, 2023
How One Homeschool Mom Transformed Education by Defying the Traditional Education Model
Aug 08, 2023
Homeschool Overcomer: From Fear to Freedom
Aug 01, 2023
Homeschooling When Grieving the Loss of a Child
Jul 25, 2023
Homeschooling Wisdom for Empowering Autism Advocacy
Jul 18, 2023
Science Beyond the Textbook for Diverse Learners
Jul 11, 2023
Don’t Throw Out the Books if Your Student Refuses to Read
Jul 04, 2023
Ways to Use Assistive Technology with Various Teaching Methodologies
Jun 27, 2023
Should I Get My Student an Official Diagnosis?
Jun 20, 2023
Tap Communication Pathways of Nonverbal Children
Jun 12, 2023
Understanding the Nonverbal Child's Brain
Jun 06, 2023
Options for Teaching Nonverbal Students
May 30, 2023
Ways to Modify Instruction for Nonspeaking Students
May 23, 2023
Financial College Planning Strategies
May 16, 2023
Student Transition Success Using Gap Years
May 09, 2023
College Admission Tips for Unique Learners
May 02, 2023
How to Prepare the ID Child for Life after High School
Apr 25, 2023
Critical Thinking Skills and Biblical Literacy for All Students
Apr 18, 2023
Tips for Creating At-Home Calm Down Spaces
Apr 11, 2023
Improve Social Skills in Teens and Young Adults
Apr 07, 2023
Scheduling Home Education with a Whole Child Focus
Apr 04, 2023
At-Home Strategies for Developing Executive Functioning Skills
Mar 28, 2023
Student Stress Management Strategies
Mar 21, 2023
Conquering Homeschooling Obstacles
Mar 14, 2023
Immersive Summer College Experience for High School Students
Mar 08, 2023
Homeschool a Child with Hearing Loss
Mar 07, 2023
Godly Wisdom for Persevering Through Hard Homeschooling Seasons
Feb 28, 2023
Educational Benefits of Equine-Assisted Therapy
Feb 21, 2023
Increase Cognitive Skills in Learners of all Ages and Abilities
Feb 14, 2023
Transform ADHD and Sensory Issues with Movement
Feb 07, 2023
Fix Intrinsic Motivation in Students
Jan 31, 2023
Why Right Now Matters to the Long-term of Your Marriage (Introducing: Team Us)
Jan 27, 2023
Shift Teaching to Unlock Your Child's Learning Potential
Jan 24, 2023
Holistic Self-Care Practices for Parents
Jan 17, 2023
Use Neurodevelopmental Strategies for Meeting IEP Goals
Jan 10, 2023
Nutrition 101 for Busy Homeschooling Parents
Jan 03, 2023
Maintain Healthy Boundaries as a Homeschool Parent
Dec 27, 2022
Become a Better Homeschooler by Cultivating Your Spiritual Creativity
Dec 20, 2022
How to Incorporate History and Current Events into Holiday Celebrations
Dec 13, 2022
Create All-In-One Unit Studies with Only Holiday-Themed Books
Dec 06, 2022
Advent Unit Study Ideas for Your Homeschool this Holiday Season
Nov 29, 2022
Holiday Unit Study Ideas from Three Seasoned Homeschool Moms
Nov 22, 2022
Creating a Holiday Unit Study Using Your Family Traditions
Nov 18, 2022
Launch Your Homeschool into the Metaverse
Nov 16, 2022
Digital Ways to Showcase Your Homeschooler's Learning
Oct 23, 2022
Increase Student Learning and Motivation with Technology
Oct 16, 2022
Simple Homeschool Assistive Technology Integration Ideas
Oct 09, 2022
How Learning Readiness Can Launch Student Success
Oct 02, 2022
Early Education Homeschool 101
Sep 25, 2022
Preschool Special Needs Homeschooling Advantages
Sep 18, 2022
Increase Learning by Understanding the Hierarchy of Learning
Sep 11, 2022
Effective IEP Goal Tracking and Gaming Strategies
Sep 04, 2022
LIVE from SPED Homeschool Family Retreat
Aug 29, 2022
Homeschool Special Education FAQs with Answers (and Resources)
Aug 22, 2022
Brain Training Strategies for Meeting IEP Goals
Aug 14, 2022
Homeschool Teacher Prep for the Special Needs Child
Aug 07, 2022
Finding Your Inner Teacher When Your Student Doesn't Respond to Typical Teaching Methods
Jul 31, 2022
Finding Your Inner Teacher When Your learning Experience Doesn't Match Your Student's
Jul 24, 2022
Finding My Inner Teacher When My Child Struggles
Jul 18, 2022
Finding Your Inner Teacher When Homeschool Life Sends You Curveballs
Jul 12, 2022
Homeschooling Out and About
Jul 03, 2022
How to Homeschool on the Beach
Jun 27, 2022
Customizing Your Homeschool Curriculum
Jun 19, 2022
How to Homeschool Using Gamification
Jun 12, 2022
The Power of Prayer to Improve Mental Health
Jun 05, 2022
When Your Student Struggles with Depression or Anxiety
May 29, 2022
Using Creativity and Self-Expression to Improve a Student's Mental Health
May 22, 2022
Helping Children Find Healing and Wholeness After Trauma
May 15, 2022
Boosting Self-Confidence in Students Who've Been Bullied
May 08, 2022
Improving Communication Through On-the-Go Storytelling
May 01, 2022
Using Apps to Homeschool Special Ed on the Move
Apr 25, 2022
Activity-Based Learning In High School
Apr 17, 2022
Using Activities to Determine Therapy Goals
Apr 10, 2022
Everyday Activities to Increase Phonological Awareness
Apr 03, 2022
Improving Reading Comprehension with Books You Already Own
Mar 27, 2022
Dollar Tree OT: Occupational therapy at ideas on a budget
Mar 20, 2022
Homeschooling Using Library Resources
Mar 13, 2022
Neurodevelopmental Strategies that Improve Student Success
Mar 06, 2022
Home Educating Children with Chronic Illnesses
Feb 27, 2022
Homeschooling a Student with Diabetes
Feb 20, 2022
Home Educating a Student with an Intellectual Disability
Feb 13, 2022
Homeschooling Amidst Medical Issues
Feb 06, 2022
Homeschool Choice: Freedom and Flexibility in Homeschool Scheduling
Jan 30, 2022
School Choice is Your Parental Right
Jan 24, 2022
Cultivating Citizenship Skills Through History Lessons
Jan 16, 2022
School Choice Options for Homeschooling
Jan 09, 2022
How Creativity Creates a Learning Oasis
Jan 02, 2022
How Families Use Public Fundingfor Struggling Learners
Dec 26, 2021
Pros and Cons of Using Public Funding Programs to Homeschool
Dec 19, 2021
Scholarship Funding Programs for Homeschool Families
Dec 12, 2021
Pacing Homeschooling for Your Child & Business
Dec 05, 2021
How Challenges and Creativity Increase Student Success
Nov 28, 2021
Creating A Unique Homeschool Learning Oasis
Nov 21, 2021
Why Homeschooling Won't Mess Up Your Child
Nov 14, 2021
Why Standard Early Intervention Programs May Not Be Helpful
Nov 07, 2021
Dyslexia Testing and Teaching Options for Homeschoolers
Oct 31, 2021
The Hidden Advantages of Dyslexia & Dyscalculia
Oct 24, 2021
Dysgraphia, What is it Anyway?
Oct 17, 2021
Improving Literacy in Disabled Teens and Young Adults
Oct 10, 2021
Homeschooling Multiple Children with Ease
Oct 03, 2021
Optimizing Your Homeschool Morning Time
Sep 26, 2021
Multi-Level Home Teaching Without Losing Your Mind
Sep 19, 2021
Teaching Multiple Learners at Home Using Experiential Education
Sep 12, 2021
Nurturing Self-Discovery in Your Child's Teen Years
Sep 06, 2021
Preparing Your Teen for a Work-Study Program
Aug 29, 2021
How to Launch a Developmentally Delayed Teens
Aug 22, 2021
Teaching Your Student Self-Advocacy Skills
Aug 16, 2021
Service Opportunities for Students with Special Needs
Aug 08, 2021
Working and Learning in the World of Virtual Education
Aug 01, 2021
Episode 162: Why Your Special Needs Child Needs You to Get Out of the Box
Jul 26, 2021
Episode 161: Learning Alongside Your Student While You Homeschool
Jul 18, 2021
Episode 161: Homeschooling a Child with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Jul 11, 2021
Episode 160: Overcoming Initial Homeschooling Hurdles
Jul 05, 2021
Episode 159: Reducing Learning Frustrations and Meltdowns
Jun 27, 2021
Episode 158: Evaluating and Understanding Your Child's Abilities
Jun 21, 2021
Episode 157: Cultivating Relationships that Improve Child Behavior
Jun 13, 2021
Episode 156: How to Calm Kids and Overcome Tantrums for Good
Jun 07, 2021
Episode 155: Forming Learning Around Outdoor Experiences
May 31, 2021
Episode 154: Taking Your Student's Therapy Goals Outside
May 23, 2021
Episode 153: Creating Successful Outdoor Learning Experiences
May 16, 2021
Episode 152: Increasing Outdoor Learning Experiences
May 10, 2021
Episode 151: Teaching STEM Skills to Kids with ASD
May 02, 2021
Episode 150: Home Strategies for Autism Language Development
Apr 25, 2021
Episode 149: Homeschooling Children on the Spectrum, Wisdom from the Trenches
Apr 18, 2021
Episode 148: Understanding Behavior and Your Child's Sensory Needs
Apr 11, 2021
Episode 147: Homeschool Planning Made Easy
Apr 04, 2021
Episode 146: Finding the Homeschool Planning Approach for Your Family
Mar 28, 2021
Episode 145: Data Tracking: Moving from Information to Motivation
Mar 21, 2021
Episode 144: Using Technology to Organize Your Homeschool
Mar 14, 2021
Episode 143: Organizing your Classroom for Success
Mar 07, 2021
Episode 142: IEP Planning for Successful Student Transitions
Feb 28, 2021
Episode 141: How to Write a Homeschool IEP/SEP
Feb 21, 2021
Episode 140: COVID Homeschool IEP Record-keeping
Feb 14, 2021
Episode 139: Enlisting Homeschool IEP Helpers
Feb 07, 2021
Episode 138: Teaching Struggling Students using Literature-Rich Curriculum
Jan 31, 2021
Episode 137: Crafting a Creative and Thoughtfully Designed Curriculum
Jan 24, 2021
Episode 136: Using Charlotte Mason to Teach Unique Learners
Jan 17, 2021
Episode 135: Unschooling's Power to Boost Learning Potential
Jan 10, 2021
Episode 134: Homeschooling Your Struggling Learner with Confidence
Jan 03, 2021
Episode 133: Incorporating Mom-Care Into Your Homeschooling Schedule
Dec 20, 2020
Episode 132: A Family Focused Christmas
Dec 13, 2020
Episode 131: Growing Family Relationships Through Shared Adventures
Dec 06, 2020
Episode 130: Crafting Your Own Unique Homeschooling Community
Nov 29, 2020