#89

On this episode, Founder of IndyEd, Homeschool Mom, Mary shares her journey to homeschooling, teaching Marine Biology from her home, the value in outsourcing, the plethora of resources available on IndyEd.com, and the importance of supporting the passions in your kids.

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https://nextlevelhomeschool.com/

My name is Mary Middlebrook. I'm a former homeschool mom and independent homeschool educator (www.nextlevelhomeschool.com). Back when I started homeschooling in 2006, it was a constant struggle to find educational curriculum and opportunities for my son. But as you know, in the past few years there has been an explosion of educational opportunities from amazing educators around the world and families seeking those resources. The problem is how do people find them.

I recently started a new website called IndyEd.com. It's the first database of its kind that allows educators to list their online classes, downloadables, books, kits, in-person experiences, and more into one easily searchable database so learners can quickly find what they need. Learners can search by secular/religious, age, subject, neurodivergencies, and more. We don't sell education on IndyEd.com- we simply connect learners with educators. It's a long overdue solution to a growing problem. Homeschool Yo Kids Podcast shares organic conversations that promote confidence, a growth mindset, and are filled with inspiration and good energy. Sharing stories from the classroom, their home learning journey, and other reflections and life experiences, come grow and learn with Jae.

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#88 On this episode, Founder Remarkable Readers, Author, Maggie shares her book "Only Oliver", the importance of phonics and phonemes in learning to read, the reading challenges brought to light during Covid, experiencing 'teacher guilt', and all that she's doing to assist with the literacy crisis. Website: https://remarkablereaders.co/ Instagram: remarkablereaders6 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/maggie-jamerson-a92bb0203 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maggiejamerson1 Please join our private FB group: Parent Community Remarkable Readers Maggie Jamerson, a former classroom teacher with two decades of experience, established her tutoring business, Remarkable Readers, in June 2021. Her program is tailored to drive substantial learning progress, ensuring a minimum of 4-6 months of advancement within an 8-week timeframe. With a remarkable history of assisting over 350 students and achieving a 100% success rate, Maggie is extending her services to students in AL, MS, TN, AR, and GA. In addition to tutoring, Maggie provides screenings for learning differences such as dyslexia, ADHD, and auditory processing, along with assessments for reading and math proficiency. She guides parents on supporting their child’s academic journey through psychological evaluations, IEP meetings, homeschool curriculum recommendations, and referrals to necessary services. Recently (July 16), Maggie published her first children's book, "Only Oliver," a story about a boy who believes he's the only one struggling with reading. Is it really the case? Find out by following this link. https://amzn.to/3KtmSVe Homeschool Yo Kids Podcast shares organic conversations that promote confidence, a growth mindset, and are filled with inspiration and good energy. Sharing stories from the classroom, their home learning journey, and other reflections and life experiences, come grow and learn with Jae. Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/ Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo Kids Homeschool Yo Kids Organization is a 501c3 nonprofit that provides families with tools to aid unconventional learning experiences, helping to create a positive home learning environment. In addition to this, we are missioned to help families in traditional schools build a healthy collaborative relationship between the school and home. #homeschoolpodcast #homeschooling #homeschoolconnections #homeschoolingforkids #highlevelconversations #momlife #literacy #crisis #learningtoread #kids #education

#87

On this episode, Founder of Dayment Legacy Books, Author, Tracy shares her inspiration for the books she writes, the impact of her adopting her neurodivergent daughter, the life skills her books teach, how she's built a healthy relationship with her teenager, and the importance of preparing your kids for the future.

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Dayment is owner, founder, and author of Dayment Legacy Books. She wrote Learning to Live: Life Skills for ALL Ages, along with 3 other children’s books and Papercuts and Glitter Jars which chronicles the adventures of her own experiences with adoption and raising a neurodivergent child. In Tracy’s books, she tries to teach acceptance to those with different abilities. Tracy wants each child (or adult) to have the opportunity to learn and even gain some independence.

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Homeschool Yo Kids Podcast shares organic conversations that promote confidence, a growth mindset, and are filled with inspiration and good energy. Sharing stories from the classroom, their home learning journey, and other reflections and life experiences, come grow and learn with Jae.

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Homeschool Yo Kids Organization is a 501c3 nonprofit that provides families with tools to aid unconventional learning experiences, helping to create a positive home learning environment. In addition to this, we are missioned to help families in traditional schools build a healthy collaborative relationship between the school and home.

#86

On this episode, Founder of Fountain of Barakah, Homeschool Mom, Tasniya shares her transition from Montessori Teacher to Homeschool Mom, the impact of her training through the Principles of Positive Discipline, the challenges she faced in the beginning of her homeschool journey, the growth she has experienced, and the importance of establishing your village.

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Tasniya is a dedicated advocate for mindful parenting and a passionate educator. Tasniya's story is one of unwavering commitment to empowering families through education and fostering a culture of empathy and growth with an anchor rooted in love for Allah.

With a Bachelor's degree in Commerce from the University of Virginia, Tasniya embarked on her professional journey in teaching, discovering her true calling as she immersed herself in several Sunday schools and founded youth groups tailored to Muslim children and their families. This initial foray into education ignited her passion and set her on a path of lifelong learning and service.

In 2015, Tasniya deepened her expertise by earning her Master's degree in Elementary Montessori Education, marking the beginning of her impactful career as she guided upper elementary children in local Montessori schools.

Driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, she expanded her horizons further in 2020, obtaining a second Montessori certification in Primary Montessori, and assuming the role of a lead Primary Montessori teacher in a local school.

The turning point came in 2023 when Tasniya embraced homeschooling for her own son, recognizing the unique opportunity to tailor education to individual needs. Fueled by her belief in the power of personalized learning experiences, she opened a part-time homeschooling pod in her home, extending her expertise to support other homeschooling families in theireducational journey.

Tasniya's commitment to holistic child development extends beyond the classroom walls. As a certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator, she empowers parents with invaluable tools and insights, facilitating transformative workshops both online and in person. Her love for Allah serves as the foundation for her approach. Her teaching philosophy is rooted in compassion and mindfulness, fostering stronger bonds within families and nurturing a generation of empathetic, resilient individuals.

Not only is Tasniya a seasoned educator but also a compassionate guide dedicated to fostering growth and harmony in the community. Tasniya's journey is a testament to the transformative power of faith and education in nurturing flourishing families. She seeks opportunities to bring familiestogether as they embark on a journey of learning, empowerment, and connection, thus shaping a brighter future for generations to come.

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Homeschool Yo Kids Podcast shares organic conversations that promote confidence, a growth mindset, and are filled with inspiration and good energy. Sharing stories from the classroom, their home learning journey, and other reflections and life experiences, come grow and learn with Jae.

Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/ Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast

Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo KidsHomeschool Yo Kids Organization is a 501c3 nonprofit that provides families with tools to aid unconventional learning experiences, helping to create a positive home learning environment. In addition to this, we are missioned to help families in traditional schools build a healthy collaborative relationship between the school and home.

#85 On this episode, Co-Founder of Learn Libre, former Homeschooler, Zoe shares her homeschool-hybrid experience, the middle school journey, why she appreciates being "sheltered", the importance of prioritizing science in your kid's education, and the Science Curriculum provided through Learn Libre. https://learnlibre.com/ Zoe Rising is a co-founder and the creative director of Learn Libre, an online education resource full of self-paced science courses for ages 6-12 (available in English/Español). Zoe’s love for science started from a young age, always scouring the house for scraps of material to conduct her own “personalized” experiments with. She then earned her degree in biology and became the “go-to” for giving science lessons during her time as a classroom assistant. Zoe considers herself a lifelong learner and attributes that to the freedom she had to be curious and learn independently as a kid thanks to her hybrid-homeschool education. #sciencefacts #newhomeschooler #scienceclass #sciencecurriculum #secularhomeschooling #onlinesupportgroup #learnlibre Homeschool Yo Kids Podcast shares organic conversations that promote confidence, a growth mindset, and are filled with inspiration and good energy. Sharing stories from the classroom, their home learning journey, and other reflections and life experiences, come grow and learn with Jae. Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/ Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo Kids Homeschool Yo Kids Organization is a 501c3 nonprofit that provides families with tools to aid unconventional learning experiences, helping to create a positive home learning environment. In addition to this, we are missioned to help families in traditional schools build a healthy collaborative relationship between the school and home.

#84 On this episode, Founder of Neighbor Foundations, Homeschool Mom, Jennifer shares her homeschool journey, the blueprint for starting a homeschool co-op, the Black Homeschoolers of Birmingham Conference, her eclectic homeschool life, and the importance of the support from your village. http://www.neighborfoundations.com/ www.blackhomeschoolersofbirmingham.com Jennifer's Bio: Married for 15 years to Jeremy Duckworth Homeschooling our 3 kids (13,10, 8) for 9 years Homeschool Yo Kids Podcast shares organic conversations that promote confidence, a growth mindset, and are filled with inspiration and good energy. Sharing stories from the classroom, their home learning journey, and other reflections and life experiences, come grow and learn with Jae. Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/ Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo Kids Homeschool Yo Kids Organization is a 501c3 nonprofit that provides families with tools to aid unconventional learning experiences, helping to create a positive home learning environment. In addition to this, we are missioned to help families in traditional schools build a healthy collaborative relationship between the school and home.

#84 On this episode, Founder of Hummingbird Life Academy, Gemma shares her journey to understanding her neurodivergent daughter, the challenges of breaking generational cycles, understanding the need to teach your kids how to advocate for themselves, the importance of social emotional learning, and the impact of her Positive Intelligence Course. https://www.gemmasharp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/hummingbirdparenting https://www.instagram.com/positive_parenting_project/ https://www.tiktok.com/@positiveparentingproject?lang=en Gemma Sharp | LinkedIn Gemma's Bio I am a professional with diverse roles, including being a wife, mother of two, emotional and positive intelligence coach, speaker, author and CEO of the Hummingbird Life Academy. Over the past four years, I have dedicated my time to researching and coaching parents, children, and teens on recognizing and effectively managing anxiety, emotions, and enhancing emotional intelligence within the family setting. Additionally, I extend my coaching expertise to the corporate environment, recognizing the profound impact that increased emotional intelligence can have on employees' mental health, productivity, and overall profits. I am a CPD Accredited trainer, with accredited courses and my parenting course 'Mind Wizards - Working Magic on Little Minds' is both CPD Accredited and Accredited by the ACOP (Accreditation Council for Online Programs). Homeschool Yo Kids Podcast shares organic conversations that promote confidence, a growth mindset, and are filled with inspiration and good energy. Sharing stories from the classroom, their home learning journey, and other reflections and life experiences, come grow and learn with Jae. Homeschool Yo Kids Organization is a 501c3 nonprofit that provides families with tools to aid unconventional learning experiences, helping to create a positive home learning environment. In addition to this, we are missioned to help families in traditional schools build a healthy collaborative relationship between the school and home. #homeschooltalks #homeschoolsupport #socialemotional #emotionalintelligence #homeeducation #onlinelearningcommunity #innovativeeducation #control #affirmations #selftalk #kids

#83

On this episode, Founder of Creatively Ed, Dr. Yves shares her passion for creating curriculum, why public school did not work for her son, her instructional design resource, the importance of individualizing curriculum, and the importance of understanding your child's learning style.

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Yvette Appiah, aka Dr. Yves, Doctor of Education, has 28 years industry experience, and is a homeschool mom. She has taught on every level of education from K-12 to College in face to face and virtual classrooms. She currently works as a Senior Global Instructional Designer helping companies create innovative, educational e-learning material and Founder of Creatively Ed, and Instructional Design Company for the homeschool community. She is very passionate about customized education.

Dr. Yves has spent several years studying the benefits of customized education online and in schools. Her own experiences with her son in thepublic school system, led her to the Homeschool Community. Dr. Yves now supports home school families in developing their own curriculum designed specifically for their child through customized lessons, online and through local resources that are consistent with their child’s learning style and the family’s lifestyle.

Dr. Yves created the LIVE approach to curriculum design and leads a team of Instructional Designers to design curricula for each child, each family, each CoOp, and each Micro school. She takes this approach to providing a real, organic content that adapts to the learner because learning is an individual experience. Dr. Yves’ LIVE approach reaches each learners learning style, interests, values, and environment, making it the most customized curricula on the market.

Homeschool Yo Kids Podcast shares organic conversations that promote confidence, a growth mindset, and are filled with inspiration and good energy. Sharing stories from the classroom, their home learning journey, and other reflections and life experiences, come grow and learn with Jae.

Homeschool Yo Kids Organization is a 501c3 nonprofit that provides families with tools to aid unconventional learning experiences, helping to create a positive home learning environment. In addition to this, we are missioned to help families in traditional schools build a healthy collaborative relationship between the school and home.

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