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| 65: Learning Through Travel: Worldschooling 101 with Hana Seyoum | 11 Sep 2024 | 00:40:27 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Hana Seyoum of World of Possibilities Travel to talk to us about worldschooling and how family travel can enhance our homeschool experience. Resources mentioned in the episode (➡️click here for additional travel tips from Hana!): Connect with Hana! Facebook Group | FB | IG ********* Want more info on how to get started homeschooling? Check out my free 5-part series called START Homeschooling! I’ll help you get grounded so that you can go from feelings of uneasiness and confusion to moving forward in your family’s homeschool journey with confidence and clarity. ➡️CLICK HERE to listen! ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show! | |||
| 64: Elevate Your Year With These 5 Homeschool Learning Resources | 04 Sep 2024 | 00:10:23 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m sharing five of my favorite learning resources that I use in my family’s homeschool. Some of them are my tried-and-true favorites, along with some new resources that I hope you’ll find useful in your family’s homeschool as well.
********* START Homeschooling with Confidence! Check out my free 5-episode podcast series called START Homeschooling! I’ll help you get grounded so that you can go from feelings of uneasiness and confusion to moving forward in your family’s homeschool journey with confidence and clarity. CLICK HERE to listen! ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show! | |||
| 55: The Free PBS Education Toolkit That Every Homeschool Family Needs, with Shenique Rasheed | 19 Jun 2024 | 00:58:09 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Shenique Rasheed of KERA, the local North Texas PBS affiliate station. She’s one of their stellar Education Coordinators, and she’s sharing some exciting FREE resources that every homeschooling parent should know about! *Note: While KERA is the North Texas PBS station, you also have access to each of these resources below. Simply click any of the links and enter your zip code so that you can be connected with your local station! Resources Mentioned:
Connect with Shenique on LinkedIn! ********* Want more info on how to get started homeschooling? Check out my free 5-part series called START Homeschooling! I’ll help you get grounded so that you can go from feelings of uneasiness and confusion to moving forward in your family’s homeschool journey with confidence and clarity. CLICK HERE to listen! ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show! | |||
| 54: 3 Reasons to Get Connected With Homeschool Community | 12 Jun 2024 | 00:09:54 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m sharing three benefits of finding community as we make our way through this homeschool journey. Be sure to check out these communities (and community-finding resources) below:
********* Want more info on how to get started homeschooling? Check out my free 5-part series called START Homeschooling! I’ll help you get grounded so that you can go from feelings of uneasiness and confusion to moving forward in your family’s homeschool journey with confidence and clarity. CLICK HERE to listen! ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show! | |||
| 53: Fun Ways to Keep Your Kids Learning All Summer | 05 Jun 2024 | 00:16:16 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m sharing a few of my favorite ways to keep the kids engaged AND learning during the summer. I’ll walk you through…
Learning resources mentioned in this episode:
********* Want more info on how to get started homeschooling? Check out my free 5-part series called START Homeschooling! I’ll help you get grounded so that you can go from feelings of uneasiness and confusion to moving forward in your family’s homeschool journey with confidence and clarity. CLICK HERE to listen! ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show! | |||
| 52: The Road From Homeschool to College: Nicole Kennedy Green's Blueprint for Success | 30 May 2024 | 00:46:29 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Nicole Kennedy Green, founder of HomeEd Confidence. She’s walking us through the steps we can take to not only get our kids college-ready, but to set them up for success by finding the RIGHT school for them. ********* Connect with Nicole through HomeEd Confidence
********* Want more info on how to get started homeschooling? Check out my free 5-part series called START Homeschooling! I’ll help you get grounded so that you can go from feelings of uneasiness and confusion to moving forward in your family’s homeschool journey with confidence and clarity. CLICK HERE to listen! ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show! | |||
| 51: From Readers to Leaders: How Latoya Turner is Using Literacy to Inspire the Next Generation of HBCU Graduates | 22 May 2024 | 00:47:13 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by the founder of Brown Hands Literacy, Latoya Turner. She’s an educator, author, film producer and a proud HBCU graduate. Listen in to hear more about Latoya’s story and her work to ensure children learn about HBCUs while developing a love for literacy. Be sure to check out Latoya’s books, and connect with her on social!
Want more info on how to get started homeschooling? Check out my free 5-part series called START Homeschooling! I’ll help you get grounded so that you can go from feelings of uneasiness and confusion to moving forward in your family’s homeschool journey with confidence and clarity. CLICK HERE to listen! ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show! | |||
| 50: How Children’s Author LaToya Thomas is Doing Homeschool Her Way | 09 May 2024 | 00:47:38 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by children’s author and homeschool mom, LaToya Thomas. LaToya is a mom who wears many hats, but I love how she’s made homeschool work for her kids through:
Be sure to check out Sunray Books below, and connect with LaToya on social!
********* Want to know how to get started homeschooling? Check out my free 5-part series called START Homeschooling! I’ll help you get grounded so that you can go from feelings of uneasiness and confusion to moving forward in your family’s homeschool journey with confidence and clarity. CLICK HERE to listen!
💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show! | |||
| 49: Unlocking Homeschool Conference Insights from Texas Homeschool Expo Founder, Jasmine Lee | 02 May 2024 | 00:37:09 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Jasmine Lee, homeschool mom, event planner and creator of the Texas Homeschool Expo. No matter where you live, homeschool conferences are a fantastic way to learn more about various ways to homeschool, check out different types of curriculum and learning resources, and to meet other homeschool families. As families of color, it’s important that we find these types of events that include our unique experiences and needs, and the Texas Homeschool Expo is a great example. So whether you’re in Texas or not, it’s great to hear from Jasmine about the intentionality that goes into her Expos so that you can either visit them in Texas or you can find a similar event near you. ********* For more information:
********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show! | |||
| 48: From Dilemma to Decision: How Homeschool Became the Answer, with Marisol Beltran | 24 Apr 2024 | 00:41:22 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by new homeschool mom, Marisol Beltran. After seeing her daughter fall behind in school, Marisol made the decision to take the lead of her daughter’s education. She relied on my new online course - The Homeschool Launch Blueprint - to help her start their homeschool journey with confidence and clarity. You’ll learn more about her reasons for making the switch to homeschool and what some of her “aha” moments have been in her first 5 months of homeschooling.
********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 47: From Public School to Homeschool: Why Black and Latino Families Are Choosing to Make the Switch, with Zakkiyya Chase | 18 Apr 2024 | 00:34:57 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Zakkiyya Chase, author of the book No Dream Deferred: Why Black and Latino Families Are Choosing Homeschool. She’s taken time and care to collect the stories of several families who were experiencing difficulties in the public school system, and she’s sharing those with us. Resources mentioned in the episode:
💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 63: Choosing Freedom: Marisol Beltran’s Bold Move to Homeschooling | 26 Aug 2024 | 00:38:01 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by new homeschool mom, Marisol Beltran. After seeing her daughter fall behind in school, Marisol made the decision to take the lead of her daughter’s education. Instead of going it alone, she relied on my new online course - The Homeschool Launch Blueprint - to help her start their homeschool journey with confidence and clarity. You’ll learn more about her reasons for making the switch to homeschool and what some of her “aha” moments have been in her first 5 months of homeschooling. ********* After listening to Marisol’s experience, if you’d also like to get support starting your homeschool journey, I invite you to join me in the Homeschool Launch Blueprint: my step-by-step, self-paced online course that goes even deeper into how you can start your family’s journey with confidence and clarity. 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show! | |||
| 46: Why Homeschooling Makes Sense for Families of Color | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:15:33 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m sharing with you 3 reasons why homeschooling makes perfect sense, especially for families of color. If you feel like homeschooling is something you want to explore further, I have an easy, convenient guide to help you get started. Grab my free START Homeschooling Audio Workshop and build your homeschool on a foundation of confidence and clarity. 🎧 Get the workshop here! *********💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 45: 3 Concerns That Almost Stopped Me From Homeschooling Again | 03 Apr 2024 | 00:19:38 | |
In this episode, I’m taking you back to spring 2023, when I found myself wrestling with the idea of bringing my kids back home to homeschool again. I had so many questions swirling in my head: 🤯 How would I balance homeschooling with work? If you’re on the fence about this decision, feeling unsure, nervous, or even a little excited… you’re not alone. I’ve been there. And in this episode, I’m sharing what helped me find peace and confidence about choosing a path that was right for our family. Let this be your permission to explore a different way forward.
Resources mentioned in the episode:
********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 44: Crafting Learning Through the Power of Children's Books, with Micaela Benn | 27 Mar 2024 | 00:29:04 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Micaela Benn: author, podcast host, and marketing coach for children's book authors. She’s sharing with us how the creation of our very own children’s book can spark a unique, hands-on learning experience for homeschool families that can help bolster language and writing skills, children’s confidence and potential earning opportunities! ********* Check out Micaela’s resources!
********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 43: How One Mom Advocated for Learning Freedom Through Homeschool, with Tanya Adkins | 20 Mar 2024 | 00:40:51 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Tanya Adkins, veteran homeschool mom and founder of Black Classical Academy. You’ll be inspired by Tanya’s story, as she not only adopted her two boys from the foster system, but then she went toe-to-toe with the state of California for the right to homeschool them both on her terms. Black Classical Academy | Instagram | Facebook
********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 42: Creating Safe Spaces for Black and Brown Kids, with Shanera Williamson, part 2 | 13 Mar 2024 | 00:23:58 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Shanera Williamson, host of The Brown Mama Bear Podcast for part 2 of our conversation about how Black parents can go about creating safe spaces for our Black and Brown children. You can listen to the first part of our conversation in Episode 41. ********* About Shanera Williamson: Having raised three now-adult children, Shanera is committed to making it easier for other brown mamas and papas through Brown Mama Bear. Brown Mama Bear is a place for parents to get the support, inspiration, and input they need to raise kids who are comfortable in their skin and can passionately leave their mark on society. Connect with Shanera through Brown Mama Bear! Podcast | Website | Instagram | Facebook
💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 41: Creating Safe Spaces for Black and Brown Kids, with Shanera Williamson | part 1 | 07 Mar 2024 | 00:32:34 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Shanera Williamson - host of The Brown Mama Bear Podcast - for a two-part series. She’s sharing her story to help us navigate the task of creating safe spaces for our Black and Brown children. Brown Mama Bear is a place for parents to get the support, inspiration, and input they need to raise kids who are comfortable in their skin and can passionately leave their mark on society. Connect with Shanera through Brown Mama Bear! Podcast | Website | Instagram | Facebook Article Mentioned in This Episode (legal battle over Texas high school student’s locs) ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 40: Infusing Black History and Culture into Homeschooling, with Amber O'Neal Johnston | 28 Feb 2024 | 00:42:50 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by guest Amber O’Neal Johnston. She’s a homeschool mom of four, speaker, and author of the book A Place to Belong: Raising Kids to Celebrate Their Heritage, Community, and the World. Amber talks about how she infuses Black history and culture into her family’s homeschool experience, and she shares with us the following:
Resources mentioned:
********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 39: Finding Homeschool Support for the Whole Family [START Homeschooling Series] | 14 Feb 2024 | 00:19:27 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, we’re wrapping up the START Homeschooling Series by talking about how to find “The Support You Need”. Here's the truth: we all need support. Whether it’s resources or social connections with other homeschool families, we’re truly better when we can do this thing together. So this episode is all about how each member of the homeschool family can get the support he/she needs.
🤎Every homeschool journey starts with a simple step. If you’re ready, I’m here! 📞Grab a free discovery call with me, and let’s walk through it together. Resources mentioned in this episode:
⬇️Make sure you catch all the episodes in our START Homeschooling Series!⬇️ S - Set homeschool goals for our family (Ep 34) T - The rules matter, and we’re going to get clear on how we can set up our homeschool (Ep 35) A - All things curriculum (Ep 37) R - Respect the WHOLE child, from academics and beyond (Ep 38) T - The support you need for the whole family (Ep 39) ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 38: Teach Beyond the Books by Respecting the Whole Child [START Homeschooling Series] | 08 Feb 2024 | 00:15:40 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, we’re continuing with the START Homeschooling Series by learning how to “Respect the Whole Child”. I’m teaching you how to make sure you’re addressing your child’s wants AND needs to create a well-rounded learning experience. Resources mentioned:
⬇️Make sure you catch all the episodes in our START Homeschooling Series!⬇️ S - Set homeschool goals for our family (Ep 34) T - The rules matter, and we’re going to get clear on how we can set up our homeschool (Ep 35) A - All things curriculum (Ep 37) R - Respect the WHOLE child, from academics and beyond (Ep 38) T - The support you need for the whole family (Ep 39)
********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 37: All Things Curriculum: Select Your Family’s Homeschool Resources in 3 Steps [START Homeschooling Series] | 31 Jan 2024 | 00:17:06 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, we’re continuing with the START Homeschooling Series by learning about “All Things Curriculum”. I’ve got 3 steps to help you move from overwhelmed with all the many curriculum selections out there to confidently selecting the right learning resources for your family. I’m walking you through:
Resources mentioned: Homeschool Curriculum Guide for Families of Color.
⬇️Make sure you catch all the episodes in our START Homeschooling Series!⬇️ S - Set homeschool goals for our family (Ep 34) T - The rules matter, and we’re going to get clear on how we can set up our homeschool (Ep 35) A - All things curriculum (Ep 37) R - Respect the WHOLE child, from academics and beyond (Ep 38) T - The support you need for the whole family (Ep 39)
💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 62: How I Plan My Family's Weeks as a Working Homeschool Mom | 21 Aug 2024 | 00:09:45 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m sharing how I set up our family’s homeschool schedule to accommodate all the learning and fun for the kids while ALSO making sure that my husband and I can manage homeschooling with our work schedules. I’m providing the weekly planning template that I use…and hopefully it can help you plan for your family too! ➡️ CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR COPY! ********* Do you want help getting started homeschooling? ➡️ The Homeschool Launch Blueprint is coming! It’s a comprehensive, step-by-step online course designed to help you start your homeschool journey with confidence and clarity. So if it was helpful seeing how I organize my family’s homeschool schedule, you’ll find even more helpful information included in this 5-step course that will take you from confused to crystal clear and starting your family’s homeschool journey successfully! ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show! | |||
| 36: Balancing Homeschool as a Working Mom, with Charlotte Jones [START Homeschooling Series] | 24 Jan 2024 | 00:36:01 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, we’re talking about homeschooling as a working mom. The fact is that the majority of moms of color in this country work outside the home, so if that sounds like your reality, my guest - Charlotte Jones - is here to help you with practical ways you can manage your responsibilities as a working mom AND your responsibilities as a homeschool mom. Charlotte has been a working homeschool mom since 2017, and she’s using her experience to help other moms figure out the messy beginning so that they can take their first homeschool steps with confidence. In this episode, Charlotte guides us on:
********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 35: The Rules Matter: Five Laws Every Homeschool Parent Should Know [START Homeschooling Series] | 17 Jan 2024 | 00:13:32 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, we’re with the START Homeschooling Series by learning how The Rules Matter. Using this helpful website below as a starting point, we’re learning our state’s laws regarding homeschool. We’re getting specific on what you need to know as you start your family’s homeschool journey. Resource mentioned: hslda.org/legal
⬇️Make sure you catch all the episodes in our START Homeschooling Series!⬇️ S - Set homeschool goals for our family (Ep 34) T - The rules matter, and we’re going to get clear on how we can set up our homeschool (Ep 35) A - All things curriculum (Ep 37) R - Respect the WHOLE child, from academics and beyond (Ep 38) T - The support you need for the whole family (Ep 39) ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 34: How to Set Your Homeschool Goals [START Homeschooling Series] | 10 Jan 2024 | 00:10:56 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, we’re diving right into how to get started homeschooling with my START Homeschooling Method: S - Set homeschool goals for our family T - The rules matter, and we’re going to get clear on how we can set up our homeschool A - All things curriculum R - Respect the WHOLE child, from academics and beyond T - The support you need for the whole family So as we dig into setting homeschool goals for your family, I’m going to teach you how visualize what you want to get out of homeschooling today, tomorrow, and years from now. ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 33: Exploring the Benefits of Homeschool for Neurodivergent Learners with Afsaneh Moradian | 03 Jan 2024 | 00:53:24 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Afsaneh Moradian, a coach for parents who are struggling to homeschool their neurodivergent children. She gives us a wealth of information about these important topics:
Connect with Afsaneh: Instagram | Facebook | Book a FREE Consultation Call ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 32: 5 Must-Hear Episodes to Help You Start Homeschooling Strong | 28 Dec 2023 | 00:06:15 | |
🤔Thinking about homeschooling and not sure where to begin? This episode is your guide to the episodes that will help you start strong. I’m sharing 5 conversations from the Homeschool Our Way archive that are packed with insight, clarity, and encouragement for anyone considering this path. Whether you're just starting to explore your options or ready to take the leap, this round-up is a perfect place to begin. Plus, I’ll share details about my Homeschool S.T.A.R.T. method—my signature approach to help families build a solid foundation from Day 1. 🎧 If you're new to homeschooling (or just need a reset), these resources will set you up for success.
********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 31: Incorporating Play Facilities Into Your Family’s Homeschool Experience, with Michele Caruana | 20 Dec 2023 | 00:40:41 | |
Looking to bring more structure and joy into your homeschool days? You might not have considered this unexpected option, but it just might be a game changer. In this episode, I’m joined by Michele Caruana, a former indoor play cafe owner turned online educator. She shares how these spaces can offer more than just fun...they can be powerful tools for connection, learning, and even entrepreneurship. Tune in to hear: This episode is equal parts inspiring and practical—perfect for homeschool moms who love creativity, community, and thinking outside the box.
Play cafes mentioned in this episode:
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| 30: How to Reset Over the Holidays (Without Burning Out!) | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:13:04 | |
The holiday season can feel like a lot, but what if it didn’t have to? In this episode, I’m sharing five ways you can use this season to refill your cup, protect your peace, and reset before diving into a new homeschool year: If you’ve been feeling stretched thin or in need of a reset, this one’s for you. Grab your tea, pop in those earbuds, and let’s talk about how to end the year strong...without running yourself ragged. 🎧 Plus, I want to share one of my favorite go-to podcasts for mama support: The Mama’s Den Podcast. ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 29: How Brittany Rhodes is Using Math to Build Girls’ Confidence through Black Girl MATHgic | 06 Dec 2023 | 01:08:02 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Brittany Rhodes, the founder of Black Girl MATHgic, a subscription activity kit for kids. She’s giving us ways to build confidence in our kids - especially in our little Black girls - for doing math! She wants us to remember to:
Every Black Girl MATHgic box is designed to support in your child’s confidence and also in their ability to understand and apply math through their lived experience. And ultimately, the activities in the kit make math concepts come to life! Learn more in the links below: Black Girl MATHgic: Website | Donate a Box! | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok Resources mentioned in this episode: Would You Rather Math | Table Talk Math ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 28: Beyond Toys: Your Holiday Educational Gift-Giving Guide | 29 Nov 2023 | 00:09:31 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’ve got ideas for kid-friendly holiday gifts that are fun, meaningful, and educational. Check out the episode to get all the details!
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| 27: Q&A with Prospective Homeschool Mom, Myisha Wallace, part 2 | 22 Nov 2023 | 00:42:27 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined again by prospective homeschool mom, Myisha Wallace, as we continue our Q&A on how homeschooling can be an option for her 3 children. In part 2, we discuss:
If you’d also like to have live Q&A sessions and some helpful guidance as you get started in your homeschool journey, the Homeschool Launch Blueprint might be for you! Registration is open until November 28, 2023. And there are only a few spots available for a select number of students, so make sure to reserve your place in this exclusive VIP group! For more information and to register, click the link below. I’ll see you there! ********************* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 61: The Art of Bringing History and Culture to Life in Homeschooling, with Amber O'Neal Johnston | 14 Aug 2024 | 00:43:57 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Amber O’Neal Johnston. She’s a homeschool mom of four, speaker, and author who’s here to talk about how she infuses Black history and culture into her family’s homeschool experience. Be sure to pre-order your copy of Amber’s new book SOUL SCHOOL: Taking Kids On a Joy-Filled Journey Through the Heart of Black American Culture! Pre-order by August 15, 2024 and fill out this form to receive a code for a FREE Heritage Pack download of your choice, PLUS all future preorder bonuses! More from Amber:
********* Want more info on how to get started homeschooling? 👇🏾 Check out my free 5-part series called START Homeschooling! I’ll help you get grounded so that you can go from feelings of uneasiness and confusion to moving forward in your family’s homeschool journey with confidence and clarity. CLICK HERE to listen! ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show! | |||
| 26: Q&A with Prospective Homeschool Mom, Myisha Wallace - part 1 | 16 Nov 2023 | 00:33:48 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by prospective homeschool mom, Myisha Wallace. She’s done her homework and came prepared with questions on how homeschooling can be an option for her 3 children. In this episode (part 1 of our conversation), we get to talk about virtual schooling options and ways to nurture her children’s natural talents and interests. Listen in because Myisha may very well ask a question that you’ve been wondering about too! Connect with Myisha | IG FB | Seasons Wellhaus Resources mentioned in this episode
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| 25: Making the Mindset Shift from Traditional School to Homeschool | 08 Nov 2023 | 00:20:33 | |
Thinking about pulling your kids out of traditional school and homeschooling instead? 👀 Before you dive into curriculum and schedules, let’s talk about your mindset, because how you think about homeschooling will shape everything else. In this episode, I’m sharing five powerful mindset shifts that helped me move from “Can I even do this?” to “We were made for this.” You’ll learn: Whether you’re brand new to homeschooling or just need a reset, this episode will help you build a strong foundation—so you can move forward with confidence, clarity, and peace. 🎧 Press play and let’s get your mind right for this new season of learning. ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 24: How to Teach Science with Fun and Creativity, with Tina Salmanowitz | 01 Nov 2023 | 00:36:44 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, my guest, Tina Salmanowitz - founder of the homeschool science curriculum Little Monsters Universe - is helping us teach science to our kiddos using fun and creativity. Using her patented method, we homeschool parents are equipped with being able to nurture our children’s natural curiosities about the world around them by teaching them to “Think Like a Scientist”. Connect with Little Monsters Universe: Website | Instagram | Facebook
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| 23: The Benefits of Finding Homeschool Community | 25 Oct 2023 | 00:10:25 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m sharing three benefits of finding community as we make our way through this homeschool journey. And be sure to check out these communities (and community-finding resources) below:
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| 22: Homeschooling Highlights: 3 Things I’ve Learned in the First 6 Weeks of This School Year | 19 Oct 2023 | 00:15:27 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m sharing three key learnings I’ve had through my family’s first six weeks of this school year. Funny thing is…none of them were academic, but all of them were tremendously important.
I hope you find my learnings helpful in your journey too! ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 21: 5 Creative Ways to Enhance Your Child’s Learning Through Field Trips | 11 Oct 2023 | 00:14:55 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m walking you through these 5 ways you can enhance your child's learning through field trips:
👉🏾If you’d like to have a guide that helps you get the most out of your field trip experiences, I’ve got you! Grab my Homeschool Our Way Field Trip Guide. ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 20: They’re Not Missing Out! Exploring Traditional School Experiences for Homeschool Students, with Jasmine Lee | 04 Oct 2023 | 00:54:57 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by homeschool mom, Jasmine Lee. She’s helping us by shedding light on how our homeschooled kids can get involved in activities and experiences we may have previously thought were only for kids at traditional schools. Things like band, sports, spelling bees, student government…nothing is off limits! Connect with Jasmine: Newsletter | Texas Homeschool Expo (Jasmine's the founder!) ********* RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
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| 19: Your Ultimate Homeschool Space Makeover, with Kristen Economaki | 28 Sep 2023 | 01:03:57 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Kristen Economaki of Real Spaces with Kristen. She’s helping us learn to organize our children’s study areas at home…and to keep them that way. Follow Kristen: Instagram | Facebook Click here to get her emails with tips on home organization! ********* ORGANIZATION PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE (*some contain affiliate links)
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| 18: Raising Money-Smart Kids: Teaching Financial Literacy with Jeorgia Brown | 20 Sep 2023 | 00:39:42 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Jeorgia Brown, the founder of Cash Savvy Kids, a virtual program that teaches financial literacy, investing, and entrepreneurship to kids. She offers live classes and a virtual reality experience that kids can use to learn money concepts! Financial literacy doesn't have to be boring or dry…and Cash Savvy Kids makes sure our children can learn while having fun. Learn more about Cash Savvy Kids ********* RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
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| 17: Thinking Outside the Box: The Educational Magic of Baking, with Nena Brown | 13 Sep 2023 | 00:52:38 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Nena Brown, the owner of Brown Baking x3, which specializes in baking classes for kids ages 3-15. Her business offers a unique kind of hands-on learning that has many benefits:
If you’ve been looking for outside-the-box ways to teach your kids, you’ll love this episode!
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| 60: Reimagining Education and Embracing the Homeschool Mindset | 08 Aug 2024 | 00:19:55 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I discuss the five mindset shifts you’ll need as you transition from traditional school into homeschool. This is an important topic because the right mindset sets the foundation for a successful homeschooling journey. And believing in your ability to guide your child's education is essential. If you’d like some guidance in starting your homeschool journey confidently, I can help! ➡️ Check out my free 5-part series called START Homeschooling! I’ll help you get grounded so that you can go from feelings of uneasiness and confusion to moving forward in your family’s homeschool journey with confidence and clarity. CLICK HERE to listen! ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 16: The Five Essential Parts of Our Homeschool Week | 06 Sep 2023 | 00:09:38 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m sharing the five essential things that we include each week in our family’s homeschool experience. Even though only one of them includes traditional “classes”, they’re ALL educational!
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| 15: Raising an Informed Generation: How Woke Homeschooling is Helping Parents Teach Truthful History | 30 Aug 2023 | 00:55:13 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Delina McPhaull of Woke Homeschooling, a culturally inclusive history curriculum. Delina gives us the backstory on why, as a homeschool mom of 3, she developed her Oh Freedom! Curriculum for her own children and how Woke Homeschooling has now grown into a comprehensive history program encompassing U.S. History, World History, and Native Studies. If you’ve been looking for a way to teach your kids the truth about history in a way that is age-appropriate, you’ll find so much value in this episode! Follow Woke Homeschooling: Facebook Group | Instagram ********* RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 14: E-Learning Explained: Distinguishing Virtual School from Homeschooling Online
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| 14: E-Learning Explained: Distinguishing Virtual School from Homeschooling Online | 23 Aug 2023 | 00:20:12 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m helping you navigate the digital learning landscape. If you’ve been looking at various online learning options for your child, but all the various terms you keep seeing have gotten a bit confusing, I’m here to help! Listen in to learn the major differences between virtual learning and homeschooling online. I hope to get you a step closer to the ultimate goal of selecting a learning experience for your child that sets them up for success! ********* RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Previous Podcast Episodes:
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*Or search: “[YOUR STATE] virtual schools” to find virtual school options near you National Virtual Schools: Online Homeschool Classes:
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| 13: From Chaos to Calm: 3 Essential Tips for Planning a Stress-Free School Year, with Melanin Mamas Homeschooling | 16 Aug 2023 | 00:56:07 | |
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by the ladies of Melanin Mamas Homeschooling: Mary McManus and Stephanie Owens. With the help of their Homeschooling Planner, they walk us through how to create an organized, stress-free school year for our families! Discover their 3 expert tips that will transform your journey this year from chaotic and overwhelmed to calm and successful. Get your Melanin Mamas Homeschooling Planner! Connect with Mary & Stephanie: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn ********* 💡 Ready to START? 🤎Come join the conversation! Hang out with me in the Facebook group: Homeschool: Education Reimagined for Black Families ➡️facebook.com/groups/homeschooleducationreimagined ✨ Learn more about Homeschool Our Way: What We Do | Homeschool Merch | Instagram 👍🏾 Found this episode helpful? Leave me a quick review so more families can find this show!
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| 12: Managing Mindset: Parent-Child Strategies for a Successful School Year, with Ashley Finley | 08 Aug 2023 | 00:42:19 | |
As the excitement of back-to-school season approaches, emotions can run high for both parents and kids. But in this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, author and mental health advocate Ashley Finley gives us strategies, techniques, and wisdom to help us navigate our emotions effectively and create a positive foundation for the school year ahead. Check out Ashley's books:
Connect with Ashley: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok
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