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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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Episode 150: Home Strategies for Autism Language Development
April 25, 2021 - 57 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Meera Raval Deters, M.A., CCC-SLP, BCTS, ACAS is the owner of Super Speech Solutions. Meera shared with us about "Home Strategies for Autism Language Development"#languagedevelopment #autism #homestrategiesOther topics covered in this episode:Using Visual Aids for Teaching Children on the SpectrumEffective Use of a Timer When Teaching Children on the SpectrumMultiple Choice Conversations to Facilitate Language Usage with Children on the SpectrumTeaching Reading Comprehension to Children with AutismJoin 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 149: Homeschooling Children on the Spectrum, Wisdom from the Trenches
April 18, 2021 - 62 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Cheryl Swope, homeschooling mom, author, speaker, curriculum developer, and homeschooling consultant. Cheryl shared with us about "Homeschooling Children on the Spectrum, Wisdom from the Trenches"#autismhomeschool #homeschoolmom #autismmomOther topics covered in this episode:Can I Really Homeschool My Child on the Spectrum?Wise Use of Online Homeschool Classes for Struggling LearnersThe Secret to Doing Both Housework and HomeschoolingPreparing Special Needs Children for a Productive FuturesJoin 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 148: Understanding Behavior and Your Child's Sensory Needs
April 11, 2021 - 58 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Matt Sloan, owner of Sensory Fitness. Matt shared with us about "Understanding Behavior and Your Child's Sensory Needs"Other topics covered in this episode:Understanding Sensory Difficulties and Disabilities Using Heavy Work and Deep Pressure to Organize Your Student's ThinkingMovement for Improving Posture and Student SuccessTeaching Motor Planning with Obstacle CoursesJoin 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 147: Homeschool Planning Made Easy
April 4, 2021 - 61 min
Our special guest this week on SPED Homeschool Conversations was Jennifer Dodrill, experienced homeschool mom, blogger, curriculum developer, and founder of History at Home. Jennifer shared with us about "Homeschool Planning Made Easy"Other topics covered in this episode:Simplify Your Family's Activity CalendarHomeschool Planning with Your State Guidelines in MindUsing Curriculum to Plan Your HomeschoolFlexible Homeschool Planning#homeschoolschedule #schoolplanner #homeschoolplanningJoin 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 146: Finding the Homeschool Planning Approach for Your Family
March 28, 2021 - 42 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Emily Copeland, Christ follower, ministry leader, and home educating mom of two living in coastal North Carolina. She writes at TableLifeBlog.com where she shares tips, ideas, and resources to help other families lead well while educating their children. Emily shared with us about "Finding the Homeschool Planning Approach for Your Family"Other topics covered in this episode:Unrealistic Homeschool PlanningA Happy Homeschool Planning BalanceThe Best Homeschool Planner for YouHomeschool Planning that Honors Your Child#homeschoolplanning #homeschoolschedule #familylifeJoin 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 145: Data Tracking: Moving from Information to Motivation
March 21, 2021 - 59 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Rebecca Muller, Founder of Exceptional Children Exceptional Learning. Rebecca shared with us about "Data Tracking: Moving from Information to Motivation"Other topics discussed in this episode:Purpose of Educational Data CollectionHomeschooling to Build Lifelong LearnersCharting to Improve Your Homeschool ApproachTracking Learning Strategy Effectiveness#masterylearning #datacollection #studentmotivationzIrMiRjwhRcjSgQ3VVAnJoin 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 144: Using Technology to Organize Your Homeschool
March 14, 2021 - 54 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Meryl van der Merwe, experienced homeschool mom, podcaster and founder of FundaFunda Academy. Meryl shared with us about "Using Technology to Organize Your Homeschool"Other topics covered in this episode include:Benefits of Using Technology for Organizing Your HomeschoolGetting Over Your Fears to Using TechnologyUsing Evernote to Organize Your HomeschoolUsing Google Sheets to Organize Your 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.
Episode 143: Organizing your Classroom for Success
March 7, 2021 - 57 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Stephanie Buckwalter, homeschool mom, consultant and founder of Art of Special Needs Parenting. Stephanie shared with us about "Organizing your Classroom for Success"#homeschoolorganization #homeschoolplanning #studentsuccessOther topics covered in this interview:Habits to Stabilize Your Homeschool DayOrganizing Your Homeschool SpacesHomeschool Organization Show and TellOrganizing Your Child's Homeschool PortfolioJoin 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 142: IEP Planning for Successful Student Transitions
February 28, 2021 - 62 min
Our special guests this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations were Wendy Dawson and Brandi Timmons, Founder & Educational Director of Social Motion Skills. Wendy and Brandi shared with us about "IEP Planning for Successful Student Transitions"#IEP #transitionplanning #studentsuccessOther topics covered in this video: Presuming Confidence to Help Children Reach GoalsParenting Tips for Avoiding Learned HelplessnessUsing Chores to Help Children Achieve Transition GoalsSimple Problem-Solving Strategies for StudentsJoin 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 141: How to Write a Homeschool IEP/SEP
February 21, 2021 - 63 min
Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations was Judi Munday, educator and homeschool consultant. Judi shared with us about "How to Write a Homeschool IEP/SEP" #homeschool #IEP #SEPOther topics covered in this video: The Purpose of a Student Education Plan Using Task Analysis to Set Objective Goals Breaking Down Student Goals into Sub-Goals How to Write a Measurable Student GoalJoin 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.
