Empowered Homeschool

Empowering Homeschool Conversations is YOUR authority in navigating the world of homeschooling diverse learners.

Featuring your hosts, 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 and Solimar Academy.

Join us to give your homeschool the power boost it needs to successfully educate the unique learners in your home.

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2024 LIVE Broadcast Schedule

July 2024

Parenting with Heart: Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Parenthood

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations will be
Aaron Brewster

Aaron Brewster is the president of Evermind Ministries, chief editor for Striving for Eternity, and a member of the Christian Podcast Network. He is an ACBC-certified biblical counselor, writer, preacher, and conference speaker. In addition, he’s the host of the Truth.Love.Parent. podcast and The Celebration of God podcast.
Aaron counsels and speaks on a wide range of topics, but he specializes in the areas of family, discipleship, education, and worship, as well as training the next generation of biblical counselors.

This episode was pre-recorded so there is no option to submit questions ahead of the show

August 2024

Strategic Homeschooling: Assessing Last Year and Planning Ahead for Diverse Needs

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations will be
Co-Host Annie Yorty

Annie Yorty is a wife, mother, writer, and speaker who brings hope and encouragement to those navigating tough times. Her life, filled with unexpected twists, has deepened her reliance on God’s presence and purpose.

Annie's advocacy journey began with the birth of her first child, who has Down syndrome. She finds joy in helping others discover their needs and sources of support. Her advocacy spans parenting, disability support, global missions, homeschooling, Bible teaching, Multiple Sclerosis awareness, and mentoring.

Annie has inspired audiences across four continents and contributes to various blogs and online magazines, including Crosswalk. Her book, "From Ignorance to Bliss: God’s Heart Revealed Through Down Syndrome," shares the hope she found through her parenting journey.

This episode was pre-recorded so there is no option to submit questions ahead of the show

Tailoring Success: Crafting Effective Educational Therapy for Homeschooled Students

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations will be
Laurie Chuba

Laurie Chuba is a functional Occupational Therapist, the founder of Learning Integrations, and a veteran homeschooler. In her OT practice, she not only addresses traditional areas of OT, but also reading and other academics, parent coaching, mindfulness, nutrition, and practical life skills training. Her professional organization memberships include AOTA and AMTA, and she is trained in multiple therapeutic techniques including certification in The Listening Program, Moyers Learning Ears, Handwriting Without Tears, and The Alert Program for Self Regulation. She provides traditional OT services and online coaching. Her speaking topics include functional OT methods and academic support for struggling learners.

This episode was pre-recorded so there is no option to submit questions ahead of the show

Ready, Set, Homeschool: Mental Prep for Moms of Diverse Learners

In this enriching episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations, four of our dedicated hosts, experienced special education homeschooling moms, come together for an insightful and helpful discussion on a critical back to homeschool topic: Ready, Set, Homeschool: Mental Prep for Moms of Diverse Learners

From the unique challenges of homeschooling children with special needs to the emotional toll it can take on the moms who juggle it all, our hosts dive deep into the realities faced by many mothers who home educate children with learning challenges.

This episode is packed with practical advice, personal anecdotes, and spiritual insights aimed at fostering emotional well-being. Join us as we share advice, give you our personal tips, and overall provide a comforting reminder that you are not alone on this journey.

Our conversation is designed to empower and equip you to thrive as a special needs homeschooling mom.

This episode was pre-recorded so there is no option to submit questions ahead of the show

Heartfelt Connections: Deepening Parental Prayers for Special Needs Blessings

Our special guest this week on Empowering Homeschool Conversations will be Jenn Soehnlin

Jenn is a mother to two boys who are precious blessings and who both have special needs. She enjoys writing about faith, praying Scripture, and special needs parenting at EmbraceLife.com

Jenn is the author of Embracing This Special Life and On the Same Page with God. She loves spending time with her family, curled up with a good book and a cup of coffee, and enjoying a wonder walk through nature.

Smooth Transitions: Easing Special Needs Kids Back into Homeschool Routines

In this enriching episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations, all five of our dedicated hosts, experienced special education homeschooling moms, come together for a power-packed discussion on a pertinent seasonal topic: Smooth Transitions: Easing Special Needs Kids Back into Homeschool Routines

This episode is packed with practical advice, personal anecdotes, and lots of helpful insights aimed at getting your homeschooling schedule under control before it controls you.

Join us as we share advice, give you our personal tips, and overall provide a comforting reminder that you are not alone on this journey.

This episode was pre-recorded so there is no option to submit questions ahead of the show