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Empowering Homeschool Conversations
Peggy PloyharWelcome 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.
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Teaching Multiple Learners at Home Using Experiential Education
September 12, 2021 - 63 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Suni Torres, homeschooler, minister & worship leader. Suni shared with us about "Teaching Multiple Learners Using Experiential Education"Other topics covered in this episode:Start Lifeschooling TodayHow Unit Studies Enhance Differentiated LearningLearning Benefits of Listening and Self-ExpressionExperiential Learning Using Games#homeschoolcurriculum #lifeschooling #experientiallearningJoin 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.
Nurturing Self-Discovery in Your Child's Teen Years
September 6, 2021 - 57 min
Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were Greg & Beth Langston, co-founders & creators of College Flight Plan. Greg & Beth shared with us about "Nurturing Self-Discovery in the Teen Years"Other topics covered in this episode:The Zigzag Route of Self-DiscoveryStudent Goal Setting SimplifiedHelping Your Student Take Ownership of TasksWhat Your Student Needs to Discover to Succeed#selfdiscovery #goalsetting #teens #successJoin 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.
Preparing Your Teen for a Work-Study Program
August 29, 2021 - 52 min
Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were Lorie Jones, R.D.H. and Rebecca Ficken, RDH BSDH, owner and COO of RDA Prep dental assisting program for high school students. Lorie and Rebecca shared with us about "Preparing Teens for Work-Study Programs"Other topics covered in this episode:What Exactly is a Work-Study Program?Things to Consider When Using Work-Study Program for High-SchoolersBook Work or Work Study? Determining What's Best for Your StudentTips for Finding High School Work-Study Programs#workstudyprogram #jobexperience #teen #homeschoolJoin 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 Launch a Developmentally Delayed Teens
August 22, 2021 - 67 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Cindy LaJoy, homeschool mom and owner of Blue Collar Homeschool. Cindy shared with us about "Launching Developmentally Delayed Teens"Other topics covered in this episode:Facing Your Child's Future When the Outcome is UncertainBalancing Abilities, Disabilities, and MisconceptionsHandling Special Needs Homeschool Mom GuiltForecasting a Realistic Future for Your Disabled Teen#developmentallydelayed #FASD #teen #homeschoolJoin 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.
Teaching Your Student Self-Advocacy Skills
August 16, 2021 - 66 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Mickie Hayes M.Ed., disability advocate, course instructor, speaker, & podcaster. Mickie shared with us about " Teaching Students Self-Advocacy Skills"Other topics covered in this episode:Differences Between Advocacy and Self-AdvocacyWhy Problem-Solving Skills Improve Self-AdvocacyHow Testing Helps Student Self-AdvocateDo This to Help Your Student Prepare to Self-Advocate in College#advocacy #selfadvocacy #transitionplanning #teen #homeschoolJoin 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.
Service Opportunities for Students with Special Needs
August 8, 2021 - 59 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Stephen "Doc" Hunsley, CEO of SOAR Special Needs Ministry and Elizabeth Barnett from the SOAR Ministry staff. Doc and Elizabeth shared with us about "Service Opportunities for Students with Special Needs"Other topics covered in this episode:Removing Volunteering Disability BarriersHow Volunteering Helps Your Special Needs StudentAt What Age Should My Child Start Volunteering?Where Students with Disabilities Can Volunteer#specialneeds #volunteering #workskills #teenJoin 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.
Working and Learning in the World of Virtual Education
August 1, 2021 - 53 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Nancy van Loggerenberg, homeschool mom and owner and online educator at Online Elementary Tutor. Nancy shared with us about "Working and Learning in the World of Virtual Education"Other topics covered in this episode:Curating Your Homeschool CommunityAdvantages of Virtual Learning for Homeschool InstructionHands-On Virtual Learning OptionsHow to Utilize Virtual Learning with an Inconsistent Schedule#elearning #homeschoolcurriculum #virtuallearningJoin 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.
Episode 162: Why Your Special Needs Child Needs You to Get Out of the Box
July 26, 2021 - 30 min
Our special guest on this pre-recorded broadcast of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Dawn Spence, homeschool mom, special education teacher, and SPED Homeschool Teaching Manager. Dawn shared with us about "Why Your Special Needs Child Needs You to Get Out of the Box"#homeschooling #outofthebox #specialed #specialneedsJoin 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.
Episode 161: Learning Alongside Your Student While You Homeschool
July 18, 2021 - 30 min
Our special guest on this pre-recorded broadcast of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Lara Lee, homeschool mom, author, blogger, and past SPED Homeschool team member. Lara shared with us about "Learning Alongside Your Student While You Homeschool "#homeschooling #learning #growthmindset #homeschoolmomJoin 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.
Episode 161: Homeschooling a Child with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
July 11, 2021 - 29 min
Our special guest on this pre-recorded broadcast of Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Natalie Vecchione, adoptive homeschool mom, FASD parent, and owner of FASD Hope. Natalie shared with us about "Homeschooling a Child with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder"#homeschooling #FASD #homeschoolmomJoin 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.
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.
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.
