Global Homeschool Minute – Details, episodes & analysis

"In this episode of the Global Homeschool Minute podcast, host Shelly Stockton interviews Emily and Travis, a homeschooling couple from Nova Scotia, Canada. They share their inspiring journey of homeschooling through significant hardships, including Travis's brain tumor diagnosis and surgery, as well as Emily's job loss due to vaccine mandates.
Despite these challenges, the couple discusses how their faith in God and commitment to homeschooling has strengthened their family. They explain their approach to education, emphasizing critical thinking, biblical worldview, and fostering a love of learning in their three young children.
Emily and Travis offer encouragement to other homeschooling families facing difficulties, stressing the importance of trusting in God, surrounding oneself with supportive community, and remembering that God equips those He calls to homeschool. Their story is one of perseverance, faith, and finding joy in the midst of trials.
This heartfelt conversation provides valuable insights and inspiration for homeschooling parents, especially those navigating challenging circumstances while educating their children."

This month on the Global Homeschool Minute podcast, we return to Nairobi, Kenya, to meet Liz Gitonga. A pioneer homeschool parent, Liz is now a leader and advocate for home education, sharing with parents, churches, and government leaders the benefits of homeschooling through the organization EACHe (EACH Home Educators). Liz shares with our host, Keith Denton, some of the challenges to home education in East Africa, and her work to dispel the myths, common misconceptions, and fears common to many who are considering home education. You may find encouragement as Liz shares how she overcame some of her own fears.

Mentions:

EACHe: eache.community/who-we-are

Scripture: “Cast your cares on the Lord, for He cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7

Don’t Let Schooling Stand in the Way of Education by Darrow Miller | Amazon

In this month’s Global Homeschool Minute podcast, Jennifer Martin speaks with Melissa Wakhu, CC International’s Team Leader in Kenya, Africa. In this flyover of Kenya, Melissa, a creative mom of four, children’s author, and faithful leader will inspire you with her heart for children, love for her community, and desire to live for God’s glory. You’ll even catch some glimpses of life in Kenya as you hear about Melissa’s journey into Classical Conversations® leadership.

Mentions:

• Bringing Up Boys by Dr. James Dobson | Amazon
• Teaching from Rest: A Homeschooler's Guide to Unshakeable Peace by Sarah Mackenzie | Amazon
• Classical Christian Education Made Approachable | Classical Conversations Books
• The Core by Leigh Bortins | Classical Conversations Books
• The Question by Leigh Bortins | Classical Conversations Books
• The Conversation by Leigh Bortins | Classical Conversations Books

This month on the Global Homeschooling Minute podcast, join our host, Shelly Stockton, and guest Lisa Bailey, as they reflect on the lifelong lessons learned from more than twenty-five years of experience as home educators. If you've ever wondered whether homeschooling is worth the effort, whether you're on the right path, or whether you're truly the best educator for your children, you won't want to miss these lessons learned throughout the journeys of two seasoned homeschool mothers. You may be surprised at some of the greatest lessons!

Mentions:

• Scribblers at Home: Recipes from Lifelong Learners

Join Jennifer Martin and her guest, Miena Groenewald, for this month’s Global Homeschool Minute Podcast. A Team Leader with Classical Conversations in the United Kingdom, Miena shares wonderful encouragement for homeschool parents everywhere. You may find that you’re inspired, or perhaps reminded of your own why as Miena shares her homeschooling story. From “panicky prayers,” to choosing home school, to answering the call to leadership, and what she considers success – there’s inspiration and encouragement here for everyone! Perhaps you will discover that you could even be "a cheerleader of leaders."

Show notes: ghmpodcast.com/why-homeschool-the-most-important-things

In this episode of Global Homeschool Minute, Shelly Stockton, Academic Liaison for CC International, speaks with our Country Coordinator for the Philippines and Middle East, Isabelle Gallagher. In this flyover of the Philippines, Isabelle shares with us a taste of culture in the Philippines, the challenges to homeschooling there, practical tips for a travelling homeschool, and the inspiring heart behind Isabelle's decision to lead.

Show notes: ghmpodcast.com/a-taste-of-homeschooling-in-the-philippines

En este podcast el coordinador de Sudamérica, Koreen Mazurek, entrevista a las Líderes Internacional de Perú y Bolivia, Janet Regalado y Cindy Herrera. Escuche sus historias de cómo Dios ha traído oportunidades de educación en el hogar a través de Classical Conversations® en Perú y Bolivia a través de estas dos madres jóvenes y valientes. Janet y Cindy dieron un salto de fe al ser las únicas educando en casa en su país, creyendo que Dios las respaldaría y apoyaría.  Hoy en día, hay 12 comunidades en Perú y 3 en Bolivia y siguen creciendo gracias a estas mujeres y su fe en el Señor, a pesar de las luchas políticas, la falta de recursos, o la falta de apoyo del gobierno. ¡Todo lo que necesitan es fe! 

Show notes: ghmpodcast.com/bolivia-and-peru

In this episode of Global Homeschool Minute, Keith Denton speaks with Kevin Boden, Director of Global Outreach for Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA). A homeschool dad whose family began their journey in a foreign country, Kevin offers helpful instruction for homeschool parents and leaders. Listen in to learn about the efforts of HSLDA’s Global Outreach to support homeschool families with curriculum, parental freedoms, connecting like-minded families, and legal connections. Whether you are a parent looking for help starting home schooling in a foreign country, seeking help to prepare your student for study in the United States as a foreign student, or wondering how to influence your government for parental freedoms, HSLDA is there to help.

Show notes: ghmpodcast.com/kevin-boden

On this month’s Global Homeschool Minute, we fly over to Australia with Jennifer Martin to introduce you to our Country Coordinator, Cheree Harvey. Cheree gives us a taste of life in Australia, from interesting foods to crazy critters she has encountered. She also shares some challenges that exist for homeschooling in Australia, practical tips for moms on how to manage their time, tailoring for multiple aged students, and recommended reading that has impacted her perspective on the why of homeschooling. Cheree would love to hear from anyone who desires to connect with a community in Australia or New Zealand. Perhaps from this visit to Australia you’ll catch the excitement that the Classical Conversations mission “To know God and to make Him known” is a global mission!

Show notes: ghmpodcast.com/episode-16--cheree-harvey