Empowering Homeschool Conversations
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Empowering Homeschool Conversations

Peggy Ployhar

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.

Would you like to view our upcoming broadcast schedule? VIsit this page to see our upcoming calendar of guests and discussions. 

And, make sure to join the ongoing Empowering Homeschool Conversations Group to submit your questions ahead of the show AND to join us for post-show conversations. 

Links to Us:

https://spedhomeschool.com/

https://annieyorty.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve

https://elarplearning.com/

https://solimaracademy.com/

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Shift Teaching to Unlock Your Child's Learning Potential
January 24, 2023 - 57 min
Does your student seem to have hit a learning roadblock that makes little sense or reach the potential you know they could achieve?Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Mandi Frost, certified academic life coach, veteran home educator, speaker, career coach, and ACC ICF coach. Mandi shared with us about "Shift Teaching to Unlock Your Child's Learning Potential"Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/Y-a0Dljz5Eo This episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/To learn more about Mandi’s resources for homeschoolers, visit https://www.mylifecoach360.com/resourcesTo find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/ Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/ Click here to power up your at home teaching with courses and downloadable hand-selected for you! https://empoweredhomeschool.com/ Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Holistic Self-Care Practices for Parents
January 17, 2023 - 60 min
Do you struggle to take care of yourself while caring for your children as well? In this conversation, you will learn some simple, holistic, and inexpensive ways to improve our health even during your busy parenting season.Our special guest in this week’s episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Lisa Paul, special needs homeschool mom, health advocate and one of Peggy Ployhar's dearest friends. Lisa shared about "Holistic Self-Care Practices for Parents"Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/SKGtUQZW4w0 This episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/To find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/ Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/ Click here to power up your at home teaching: https://empoweredhomeschool.com/ Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Use Neurodevelopmental Strategies for Meeting IEP Goals
January 10, 2023 - 57 min
Is your student struggling to meet specific learning or life goals? Learn how the neurodevelopmental approach can provide working strategies for overcoming learning hurdles and help your child reach new learning heights.Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dr. Jan Bedell, neurodevelopmentalist, home educator, and owner of Brain Sprints. Dr. Jan shared with us about "Use Neurodevelopmental Strategies for Meeting IEP Goals"Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/IIrkON4I8AQThis episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/To connect with Dr. Jan and her team at Brain Sprints, visit https://www.brainsprints.com/ To find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/ Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/ Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Nutrition 101 for Busy Homeschooling Parents
January 3, 2023 - 65 min
Busy parent? Crazy homeschooling schedule? You can still fuel your journey that will make a positive impact on you and set a good example for your kids.Our special guest on this episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Leslie Hurd, homeschool mom & co-op leader and nutrition advocate. Leslie shared with us about "Nutrition 101 for Busy Homeschooling Parents"Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/uxFnVMPNwe0This episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/To find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/ Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/ Click here to power up your at home teaching with courses and downloadable hand-selected for you! https://empoweredhomeschool.com/ Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Maintain Healthy Boundaries as a Homeschool Parent
December 27, 2022 - 59 min
Is homeschooling or just all the roles you fill on a regular basis consuming your life? Then this conversation is to help you with that overwhelm. Our special guest this week’s episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dr. Amber Sorcic, homeschool mom, clinical nutritionist and chiropractor. Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/wnfuRLEvP2c This episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/To find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/ Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/ Click here to power up your at home teaching with courses and products from our partner organizations: https://empoweredhomeschool.com/ Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Become a Better Homeschooler by Cultivating Your Spiritual Creativity
December 20, 2022 - 60 min
Is your spiritual life feeling dull? Awaken your spiritual life through your God-given creativity to not only enhance your own life, but your homeschooling efforts. Our special guest on this week’s episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Annie Yorty, wife, mother, special needs homeschooler, writer, and speaker.Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/uBusezydGIY This episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/To connect with Annie, visit https://annieyorty.com/Other links to connect with Annie’s resources:Social Media Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/annieyorty/ https://twitter.com/AnnieYorty https://www.facebook.com/AnnieYorty2020 https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-yorty-2048b8214/ Publisher LinksCrosswalk: https://www.crosswalk.com/author/annie-yorty/ From Ignorance to Bliss: God’s Heart Revealed Through Down Syndrome: https://elklakepublishinginc.com/annie-yorty/ Room at the Table: Encouraging Stories from Special Needs Families: https://www.mtzionridgepress.com/product-page/room-at-the-table-encouraging-stories-from-special-needs-families Everyday Joy Volume 4: A Collection of 100 Devotions:https://joyfullifemagazine.com/product/everyday-joy-volume-4-a-collection-of-100-devotions/ PodcastOrdinary Moms of Extraordinary Kids—Bible encouragement for special needs momsTo find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/ Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/ Click here to power up your at home teaching: https://empoweredhomeschool.com/ Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
How to Incorporate History and Current Events into Holiday Celebrations
December 13, 2022 - 49 min
Don't just want to teach your children watered-down truth about holiday traditions or current events happening this holiday season? Listen in to hear what best-selling author, Conor Boyak shared with us about how to incorporate these relevant materials into your family celebrations.Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Connor Boyack, president of Libertas Institute, speaker and best-selling author. Connor shared with us about "Incorporating History and Current Events into Holiday Celebrations".Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/ydLXlmNXIaE This episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/To connect with Conor and his resources, visitThe Tuttle Twins website:https://tuttletwins.com/Conor Boyak’s website:https://connorboyack.com/ To find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/ Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Create All-In-One Unit Studies with Only Holiday-Themed Books
December 6, 2022 - 59 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Cheryl Swope, M.Ed., homeschool mom, curriculum creator, author, speaker and consultant. Cheryl shared with us about "Using Good Books to Create All-in-One Holiday Unit Studies".Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/qywXtg9fk3kThis episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/To connect with Cheryl Swope and her resources, use these links:Strengthening Family Bonds w/Bonus Christmas Reading List - published by SPED Homeschool https://spedhomeschool.com/strengthening-family-bonds-bonus-christmas-reading-list/ Simply Classical Read-Aloud Sets for year-round reading: includes arithmetic read-alouds, American history read-alouds, and literature & science read-aloudshttps://www.memoriapress.com/curriculum/simply-classical-read-alouds/ Simply Classical Curriculum for Special Needs -- ages or abilities 2 to 21https://www.memoriapress.com/curriculum/special-needs-about/To find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/ Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/ #unitstudy #picturebooks #literaturestudyJoin our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Advent Unit Study Ideas for Your Homeschool this Holiday Season
November 29, 2022 - 55 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Kerry Beck, homeschool mom and blogger at How to Homeschool My Child. Kerry shared with us about "Turning Advent Materials into Holiday Homeschool Curriculum".Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/orU8h_CZhWI This episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/To connect with Kerry, visit https://howtohomeschoolmychild.com/Blog https://howtohomeschoolmychild.com/blog/ (25 days of thanks series)FB group - in the middle of Holiday Homeschool series each Mondayhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/howtohomeschoolmychild YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpuF_qVYrSVUUZrL8mWhYfAIG: https://www.instagram.com/howtohomeschoolmychild/ Email: HowToHomeschoolMyChild@gmail.comAnd here are some of the resources Kerry talked about in this episode:Advent Calendar Countdown (FREE) https://howtohomeschoolmychild.com/2022-advent-calendar-countdown/Advent Family Traditions: https://howtohomeschoolmychild.com/advent-family-traditions/Christmas Celebrations Bundlehttps://kerry-beck-school.teachable.com/p/christmas-celebrations-ebookStar of Bethlehem Studyhttps://kerry-beck-school.teachable.com/p/star-bethlehemFree Masterclass: 3 Clues to Keep Christ in Christmas https://howtohomeschoolmychild.com/keep-christ-in-christmas/FREE 30-Day Gratitude Journalhttps://howtohomeschoolmychild.com/30-days-of-gratitude-challenge/Plus, Kerry shares, “Although you can find my shop on my website, here is a direct listing to my holiday resources. Use this code & save 30% PEGGY22 thru Dec 5”https://kerry-beck-school.teachable.com/courses/category/holidayTo find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/ Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Holiday Unit Study Ideas from Three Seasoned Homeschool Moms
November 22, 2022 - 61 min
Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were Dachelle McVey, Vicki Bentley & Meredith Curtis. Dachelle is also the owner of Hide The Chocolate and curriculum creator. Vicki is Pre-K to 8th Grade Educational Consultant and Team Leader for HSLDA, and owner of Everyday Homemaking and Homeschool with Confidence. Meredith is an author/speaker/publisher/blogger at Powerline Productions Publishing. Dachelle, Vicki, and Meredith shared with us about "Holiday Unit Study Ideas"Watch the full broadcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/sx0K7SNtO7sThis episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was funded by viewers like you. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/Here is how you can connect with our panel guests and the resources they talked about in this episode:Vicki Bentley:https://everydayhomemaking.com/ https://everydayhomemaking.com/holidays-as-homeschool-curriculum/ https://everydayhomemaking.com/christmas-sugar-cookies/ https://everydayhomemaking.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Holiday-Resources-2022-pdf.io_.pdfDachelle McVey:https://www.hidethechocolate.com/ https://www.literaryadventuresforkids.com/https://www.hidethechocolate.com/homeschool-through-the-holidaysMeredith Curtis:https://www.powerlineprod.com/ To find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/ Check out our most recent articles on SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/articles/Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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Meet Your Host
Meet Your Host
Peggy Ployhar, SPED Homeschool Founder & CEO, is a physicist turned home educator who left a lucrative career in the medical device industry to teach the struggling learners in her own home.

Peggy founded SPED Homeschool in 2017 after working in the special education homeschooling industry for over a decade and now she and her team empower families across the globe to homeschool students with diverse learning needs.

She is certified by the American Association of Christian Counselors and trained as a Precept Bible Study leader. Peggy is also a professional aerial silks performer and instructor. In her free time, Peggy enjoys vegan/gluten-free cooking, paddle boarding, hiking and reading. She and her husband Doug live in League City, TX, and after 19 years of homeschooling have now graduated all three of their children from their home school.

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