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Hosted by Jae Carter—former public-school teacher, homeschool mom, and founder of the nonprofit Homeschool Yo Kids Organization—this podcast features authentic conversations with homeschool families, educators, curriculum creators, educational advocates, entrepreneurs, and community leaders from across the world.
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#73 On this episode, Executive Director of Junius Johnson Academics, Junius, shares his teaching philosophy, the space he provides for life learners, the importance of teaching with passion, his journey to becoming a scholar, his passion for encouraging others to think, and the significance of teaching to ensure your children have happy lives.
https://www.juniusjohnson.com/
Junius Johnson is a writer, teacher, speaker, independent scholar, and musician. His work focuses on beauty, imagination, and wonder, and how these are at play in the Christian and Classical intellectual traditions. He is the executive director of Junius Johnson Academics, through which he offers innovative classes for both children and adults that aim to ignite student hearts with wonder and intellectual rigor. An avid devotee of story, he is especially drawn to fantasy, science fiction, and young adult fiction. He performs professionally on the french horn and electric bass. He holds a BA from Oral Roberts University (English Lit), an MAR from Yale Divinity School (Historical Theology), and an MA, two MPhils, and a PhD (Philosophical Theology) from Yale University. He is the author of 5 books, including The Father of Lights: A Theology of Beauty, On Teaching Fairy Stories, and has authored volumes and been a contributing writer for the Humanitas series of history textbooks. An engaging speaker and teacher, he is a frequent guest contributor to blogs and podcasts on faith and culture. He is co-host of The Classical Mind podcast and is a member of The Cultivating Project.
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.
Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/ Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo Kids
Jae is a former public-school teacher, now homeschooling her 2 little people. She is the founder of the 501c3 nonprofit Homeschool Yo Kids Organization. Join Jae as she chats with homeschool families, homeschool resource providers, and others that support the homeschool community on this journey of 'reimagining what learning looks.
#71
On this episode, Consultant, Homeschool Mom, Amy, shares her personal journey with autism, why she loves Charlotte Mason's Philosophy, the curriculum she creates, the support our children need, her "Special Needs Kids are People Too" book, her definition of "special needs", and the importance of more conversations and not consequences.
https://amybodkin.com/
Amy Bodkin is a Consultant and Public Speaker serving homeschooling families with needs that fall outside the norm. She is uniquely qualified to help homeschool families with a wide variety of special needs. Amy is an Autistic Adult, has an Educational Specialist degree in Educational Psychology with an emphasis in Neuropsychology, a Master's degree in Educational Psychology, and homeschools her two Autistic kiddos. Amy takes a Holistic Developmental Approach paired with Charlotte Mason’s Philosophy that “children are born persons” and are worthy of the respect due to persons. You can check out all that Amy does to advocate for the better treatment of children at her website, AmyBodkin.com. It's as easy as ABC: Ally, Boost, and Connect! Ally with Amy through her podcast, “Special Needs Kids Are People Too!” Get a Boost with her Educational Resources. And Connect through her Membership Group and Private Consultations!
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.
Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/
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Jae is a former public-school teacher, now homeschooling her 2 little people. She is the founder of the 501c3 nonprofit Homeschool Yo Kids Organization. Join Jae as she chats with homeschool families, homeschool resource providers, and others that support the homeschool community on this journey of 'reimagining what learning looks.
#71
On this episode, Diverse Interactive Learning Founder, Adrian, shares her passion for math, her educational journey, her experience in the classroom, the tutoring services she provides, how she leads her kid's educational journey, her math center, and testing strategies.
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I am the Founder/Owner of Diverse Interactive Learning Tutoring Center (Math Does Matter LLC), a tutoring center that ranked among the top three tutoring businesses in Allentown, PA in 2024. With a specialization in Mathematics Education, I bring over 20 years of experience in teaching, coaching, leading departments, and tutoring. In 2014, I was honored as the Outstanding Teacher of the Year by the National Technical Association for my guidance that led my female Muslim high school students to victory in a math competition at Morgan State University. My students created history by achieving the top positions in this competition for the first time, marking a significant milestone for female students in math. I enjoy supporting people in reaching their full potential. For instance, a teacher whom I mentored and guided for a year went on to be named Teacher of the Year for Baltimore City Public Schools the next year. Renowned as a skilled test coach, I help individuals pass professional exams. Beyond teaching, I have excelled as a virtual learning coach and a homeschooling mother. In my personal life, I am a devoted wife of 21 years and proud mother of 3 exceptional sons, who have all skipped grades in either preschool or elementary school, marking a significant achievement in my teaching career.
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.
Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/
Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast
Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo Kids
Jae is a former public-school teacher, now homeschooling her 2 little people. She is the founder of the 501c3 nonprofit Homeschool Yo Kids Organization. Join Jae as she chats with homeschool families, homeschool resource providers, and others that support the homeschool community on this journey of 'reimagining what learning looks.
#70
On this episode, Children's Book Author, Tiara, shares her love for working with preschoolers, how class size matters, her experience working with autistic children, her children's books, the importance of diverse representation, her passion for writing, and potty training tips.
Books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=tiara+j+hudson+author&crid=JB27ISMVTJHW&sprefix=tiara+j+hudson+author%2Caps%2C54&ref=nb_sb_nossInstagram:
https://www.instagram.com/authorthudson/
Tiara Hudson hails from Washington DC. She is an author, and early childhood teacher and consultant. She has ten plus years of experience in the educational field. She recently graduated with her masters of Early Education and plans to start her own daycare.
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.
Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/
Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast
Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo Kids
Jae is a former public-school teacher, now homeschooling her 2 little people. She is the founder of the 501c3 nonprofit Homeschool Yo Kids Organization. Join Jae as she chats with homeschool families, homeschool resource providers, and others that support the homeschool community on this journey of 'reimagining what learning looks.
#69
On this episode, the Academic Convenience Store's Founder, Aisha, shares her academic career, the disservice she saw while working as a social worker, how she came up with the Mega Math Bootcamp, the challenges she faced in the classroom, how she utilized a business coach to jump into her entrepreneurship, how she integrated music into her lessons, and how she delivers information in bite size pieces.
https://www.theacademicconvenientstore.com/
Aisha is an undergraduate of Cal Poly Pomona University, Go Broncos! She graduated with a degree in Psychology and earned a minor degree in Criminal Justice and Corrections. She spent a few years working as a Los Angeles County Children and Families Social Worker. She is also a graduate of Mt. Saint Mary’s University of Los Angeles where she earned her Master of Science in Education and her California State Teaching Credential. Aisha also spent a portion of her undergraduate education studying abroad in London, England.
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.
Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/
Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast
Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo Kids
Jae is a former public-school teacher, now homeschooling her 2 little people. She is the founder of the 501c3 nonprofit Homeschool Yo Kids Organization. Join Jae as she chats with homeschool families, homeschool resource providers, and others that support the homeschool community on this journey of 'reimagining what learning looks.
#68
On this episode, Cardinal Institute's, Amanda, shares her passion for helping to rebrand West Virginia, the policy work that Cardinal Insitute is dedicated to, her thoughts on school choice, how she helps people understand Educational Freedom, the Hope Scholarship, her journey into homeschooling, and the importance of empowering parents for change. https://cardinalinstitute.com/about/ Amanda Kieffer is the Vice President of Communications & Strategy for the Cardinal Institute for West Virginia Policy where she manages digital marketing, external relations, and strategic communications for the Cardinal team. She is also the Executive Producer of the Forgotten America podcast, which highlights the culture and challenges of rural America by telling the stories of the people who live there. Amanda is a proud alumna of the Koch Associates Program, the Generation Liberty Fellowship, American Enterprise Institute’s Leadership Network Millennial Cohort, and Young Voices’ Contributor Program. She is the recipient of the 2021 America’s Future Rising Star Award and, on behalf of the Cardinal Institute, the State Policy Network’s 2021 Communications Excellence Award for Powerful Storytelling. Amanda grew up in the bluegrass hills of Kentucky and graduated summa cum laude from Liberty University in 2016 with a B.A. in Government: Western Legal Traditions. She is passionate about translating policy wonk into English for the people of the Mountain State. 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. Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/ Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo Kids Jae is a former public-school teacher, now homeschooling her 2 little people. She is the founder of the 501c3 nonprofit Homeschool Yo Kids Organization. Join Jae as she chats with homeschool families, homeschool resource providers, and others that support the homeschool community on this journey of 'reimagining what learning looks.
#67
On this episode, Veteran Homeschool Mom, LaTisha, shares her journey into homeschooling in 2000, how to handle the 'naysayers', her fears with homeschooling, how she helped her kids continually push the bar, the importance of creating opportunity for your kids, understanding the necessity of preparation, and how her homeschool curriculum evolved over time.
https://childrenofthesun.education/mama-latisha-evans-1
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LaTisha Evans is a veteran homeschooler of 24 years. She has homeschooled all 4 of her children from preschool to 12th grade. She is an expert in helping others understand and maximize the significant window of time we all have with our children in their formative years. LaTisha has also shared her love for teaching and learning by serving in various roles in the homeschool community. She has been a licensed tutor, Homeschool Classical Tutorial director, Co-founder and curriculum contributor of Children of the Sun African Centered Classical Tutorials, Online Logic, Philosophy, Health, and World History instructor, and her current role as a Homeschool Advisor.
LaTisha’s children have maximized their homeschool experience with all three of her young adult children earning undergraduate degrees, two hold master’s degrees, the oldest is completing her PhD at 26 years old and her youngest daughter will be attending law school in the Fall at 21 years old. Her youngest and only son is concluding his high school studies in advanced courses and desires to become a medical surgeon. LaTisha’s encouraging and uplifting wisdom continues to guide families and instruct them in creative ways to simplify their homeschooling journey while reminding them, “You Got This!”
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.
Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/
Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast
Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo Kids
Jae is a former public-school teacher, now homeschooling her 2 little people. She is the founder of the 501c3 nonprofit Homeschool Yo Kids Organization. Join Jae as she chats with homeschool families, homeschool resource providers, and others that support the homeschool community on this journey of 'reimagining what learning looks.
#66
On this episode, Veteran Homeschooler, Author, Laurie, shares her journey into homeschooling in 1994, the 'interview' that changed the trajectory of their homeschooling journey, the importance of child-centered learning, knowing when to make alterations to your curriculum, gameschooling, understanding the necessity of learning at home, and how she uses her voice to debunk all myths associated with homeschooling.
FB links: https://www.facebook.com/laurie.spigel/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057614193475 (HomeschoolNYC)
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/lbspigel/
websites: http://laurieblockspigel.com
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Laurie Block Spigel is an author and educator specializing in game-based, student-centered learning for all ages. Laurie homeschooled her children in New York City, where she taught popular classes and created the informational website HomeschoolNYC. Her book, Education Uncensored: A Guide for the Aspiring, the Foolhardy and the Disillusioned (2006), is part memoir and part homeschooling guide, with an overview of education, and explanation of what’s wrong with America’s educational system. Her new book, Letting Them Lead: Adventures in Game-based Self-Directed Learning, chronicles years of improvisational teaching, with groups of homeschoolers in elementary, middle and high school. Laurie shares personal insights and honed techniques in anecdotes of classes where curriculum was created for and by the students. Laurie currently lives with her husband and cat in Maine; she continues to write, teach, and advocate for homeschooling and play-based, personalized education.
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.
Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/
Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast
Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo Kids
Jae is a former public-school teacher, now homeschooling her 2 little people. She is the founder of the 501c3 nonprofit Homeschool Yo Kids Organization. Join Jae as she chats with homeschool families, homeschool resource providers, and others that support the homeschool community on this journey of 'reimagining what learning looks.
#65
On this episode, Diapers2Deposit's Founder, Whitney, shares why she feels kids are never too young to learn financial literacy, the importance of addressing financial trauma, the passion behind her teaching financial literacy, the many hands-on experiences that she offers her students, the ultimate goals in life, and how she handled adverse opinions about homeschooling.
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Whitney Ramirez is a passionate and devoted educator, bringing seven years of experience to personal finance education and program specialization. As a seasoned Certified Financial Education Instructor and Program Director, she possesses a unique skill set tailored to guiding individuals across various life stages—from children and teenagers to young adults and beyond—as well as schools, soldiers, and marginalized communities through the intricacies of personal finance.
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.
Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/
Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast
Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo Kids
Jae is a former public-school teacher, now homeschooling her 2 little people. She is the founder of the 501c3 nonprofit Homeschool Yo Kids Organization.
Join Jae as she chats with homeschool families, homeschool resource providers, and others that support the homeschool community on this journey of 'reimagining what learning looks.
#64
On this episode, Mommy's Classroom Curriculum's Creator, Priscilla, shares the many hands-on activities she incorporates into her homeschool journey, the importance of fun & flexibility in learning, the joys of witnessing the many milestones her kids reach, her son's transition to public school, how she deals with adverse opinions about homeschooling, and the empowerment that having 'Momfidence' offers to parenting.
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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.
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.
Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/
Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast
Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo Kids
Jae is a former public-school teacher, now homeschooling her 2 little people. She is the founder of the 501c3 nonprofit Homeschool Yo Kids Organization. Join Jae as she chats with homeschool families, homeschool resource providers, and others that support the homeschool community on this journey of 'reimagining what learning looks.
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