Stay ConnectedWelcome to the Homeschool Yo Kids Podcast, where we explore what it means to reimagine education and empower families to create learning experiences that work for them.
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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#63
On this episode, Edge Consulting's Founder, Homeschool Mom, Gail, shares how homeschool works for her neurodivergent kids, her time in the classroom, the passion behind her need to help other homeschool parents, the effects of peer pressure on adults, the importance individualized lessons, and the many services that are offered at Edge Consulting.
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Learning has obstacles and we are here to clear the way. The leading cause in student frustration and lack of engagement is unidentified learning challenges or the lack of understanding of those that are diagnosed. We are well versed in neurodiversity and partner with you and your student to fill their tool box with strategies to help lead them to educational success.
Our Whole Child Approach focuses on nutrition, learning style and neurodiverse learning needs. We work with students in all school types (public, private, home school), and collaborate with everyone invested in your student's learning plan, such as teachers, resource teachers, psychologists, teaching specialists, and administrators. As certified teachers we have a full understanding of the process to get your student access to the services they need. We are the leading experts in executive functioning, ADHD, dysgraphia, dyslexia, dyscalculia, low working memory, low memory for digits and low non-word repetition.
At Edge Consulting we understand the needs of homeschooling families when it comes to teaching subjects the parents do not feel equipped to teach, or who just want a break. We offer classes to homeschool students, drop in tutoring sessions and one on one teaching and tutoring. We can guide you through the process of choosing the curriculum that best fits your child's learning style, and can take care of your end-of-year evaluations.
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.
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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.
#62
On this episode, Clonlara's Director of Education, April, shares how she balanced homeschooling her 5 kids, the many resources that Clonlara offers, the various ways education can be presented to students, the guidance Clonlara offers to homeschool families, the importance of teaching kids how to handle failure, and the positive impact of Clonlara's school meetings.
https://clonlara.org/
April Huard is the Director of Education at Clonlara School. After teaching in a public school for several years, she began homeschooling her own five children and discovered the amazing world of alternative education. At Clonlara School, April works with the campus program in Ann Arbor as well as all six global language programs to support over 2,000 homeschoolers in their personalized learning journeys. She and her husband live in southeast Michigan with their youngest two children.
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
Season 2- Episode 61
On this episode, 'Sassy. Chic. Geek' Founder, Charise, shares how she encourages others to celebrate their dopeness, her nomadic lifestyle, the 'tool kit of life', the importance of sharing our wisdom with the younger generations, how she uses technology to further her brand, and why educating the youth is so vital to the betterment of the future.
www.sassychicgeek.com
Instagram: @sassychicgeek
Charise Liggins-Walker is the Founder of SassyChicGeek – a platform that celebrates and advances women and girls who dare to have a voice (sassy); express themselves by their own rules (chic); and use their brainpower as their ultimate power (geek). Charise has over 20 years of experience working in corporations, nonprofits and government in areas of marketing, small business and economic development, and program management.
She began her career as a marketing professional for Nature magazine where she was responsible for managing marketing campaigns to drive subscriptions. She eventually transitioned into the public sector where she worked for organizations like PENCIL, NYC Small Business Services, Empire State Development Corporation, City of Greenbelt, City of Laurel, and the World Trade Center Institute in various program and project management roles.
She believes that people have to show up, first, as full human beings before going out into the world to achieve their goals and do amazing things.
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 like'.
Season 2- Episode 60 On this episode, 'Luminous Minds'' Literacy Specialist, Chandra, shares her insight on the national literacy crisis, how important it is for parents to be involved in their kids learning, the many resources available for families through the Luminous Minds platform, the science of reading, and the need to ensure 'fun' is associated with learning.
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Luminous Minds was founded and created by Chandra Roughton (Ms. Chandra), a passionate educator/teacher and lifelong learner for over 24 years.
Ms. Chandra has been inspiring, educating, and effectively teaching children throughout her entire career. Many know her as being a change agent and advocate for what is best for kids. Early on, she began her career as a classroom teacher, proudly serving in Title 1 schools.
Chandra was the first teacher to show up to work, and the last one to leave. Her scholars consistently produced some of the highest academic scores in the Districts/schools that she served. More importantly, her students adored her. She made learning fun and seemed to understand that all children learn in unique and different ways. Chandra became a lifelong learner herself, fascinated by the neuroscience and research on how the human brain learns. Using this knowledge throughout her career, she evolved into a variety of leadership, coaching, and curriculum development positions centered around best practices to teach children.
Chandra graduated from Fresno State with a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership and Administration. She continues to lead teacher development trainings and workshops to help other educators improve their practice and learn about evidence-based practices incorporating the elements and findings in the Science of Reading. She has worked tirelessly to close the existing achievement gaps in our educational system, all for the benefit of ensuring all children receive the high-quality education they deserve.
Credentials:
M.A. Degree in Educational Leadership & Administration with Distinction
Administrative Credential (CA)
Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential (CA)
Publications:
Exploring the Benefits of Private, Out-of-School Tutoring with Students in Grades K-12 (2016)
Co-Author | Hidden Figures Academy (HFA) Middle School Charter Petition (educational program) (2017)
Professional Development Workshops, Teacher Trainings, Seminars:
Let's Read | Understanding the 5 Key Elements Necessary to Teach Young Children How To Read
All Kids Are Smart | An Overview of the Multiple Intelligences (MI) and Best Practices to Support Students in TK-2nd Grade
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
Season 2- Episode 59
On this episode, 'SHEP Legacy Solutions' Founder & Homeschool Mom, Tewanda, shares her passion for helping teenagers, how important it is to be authentic when working with kids, her reasons for choosing to exit the system, how she brought herself out of depression, her journey to homeschooling, and the need for resilience.
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Before discovering my passion and purpose it was painful to get out of bed in the morning. But now I wake with energy and excitement because I know what I want to achieve in life!”
Hey there! I am Tewanda Shepherd, or Ms. T as my teens call me, The Owner of SHEP Legacy Solutions & An Independent Social Worker for Teens & Families. I have two Social Work Degrees (BSW & MSW) both with a speciality in work with children, adolescents, & families, and over 20 years of experience in the field. I am also the author of 3 self published Mother/Daughter Journals available for purchase on Amazon.
At SHEP Legacy Solutions we offer Teen One on One Sessions, Teen Workshops, & Teen Social Events all designed to help teens increase self confidence, resilience, & healthy relationships!
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 like'.
Season 2- Episode 58
On this episode, 'Eye of a Scientist' Founder & Homeschool Mom, Neymi shares her passion for teaching science, how important it is to understand your nervous system , the many elements are body are fighting against, the reason for our flight or fight system, and how she interacts with different homeschool groups & microschools .
https://eyeofascientist.com/
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 like'.
Season 2- Episode 57
On this episode, Nature Speaks' Founder, Rachel shares her love for raising and nurturing horses, how important it is to learn self-sustainability, the benefits of horse manure, the healing capabilities that horses possess, the many programs they offer homeschoolers, and she gives us a tour of the farm.
https://www.nature-speaks.com/our-story.html
Nature Speaks was created from a very personal tragedy that changed who I am. While riding my leased horse Jazz, in the woods of Palm Beach Gardens, the horse collapsed underneath me and I slid on my face in the sand where I landed superman style. When the horse stood back up she stepped on the back of my hand breaking my pinky finger in half. Three days later, while I was in and out of plastic surgery to put my face back on in the hospital, Jazz was hit by lightning in her pasture and killed. I was devastated. Now in addition to my body being broken, my spirit was too! I cried for days.
At the time I owned a public relations firm called NozNewz Communications, Inc. I represented businesses, non profit organizations and government entities in Palm Beach County for almost 20 years.
During my recovery I read voraciously! The book that changed my life is called the Tao of Equus by therapist and horsewoman Linda Kohanov. She writes about her experiences living with her herd of horses and using those experiences to help others through the practice of equine therapy. I studied her model of equine therapy and those of other practitioners but I felt a little empty. Equine therapy is ground work with the horse only. It does not include riding. But to me and the kids I wanted to work with, riding the horse is an important component to empowerment. So I created a life skills program called "Who's in Your Herd?" which teaches about making good decisions in life in a very simple way. Decisions which will affect the future path of a youngster and we use the horses as our facilitators/teachers assistants. As horses live in herds, so do people but our herds change throughout the day and throughout our lives. We use the philosophy of taking care of the horses as a metaphor for taking care of oneself.
So my future path became more clear and I took a risk by taking an equity loan out on my home and started Nature Speaks with the money. I knew that horses helped me in my recovery and I was desperate to share that with others who needed personal growth.
Rachel Ibarra is an approved contractor for all Florida public schools and was a member of the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office COP Mounted Unit for five years. Nature Speaks offers western riding lessons, homeschool programs and field trips, Equine Assisted Learning workshops and summer and winter break activities.
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 like'.
Season 2- Episode 56
On this episode, Black Kids Read Press Founder, Jomo, shares his experience teaching on the University level, how important it is to get books in front of your kids, the benefits of reading at or above grade level, his passion for writing and publishing books, protective factors, and the need for revamping of the public-school science curriculum.
Black Kids Read
(ES)2 STEM Learning Lab (es2rp.org)
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Jomo W. Mutegi has jumped from a plane at over the Velds of South Africa, braved the rushing rapids of the Cheat River, raced down the slopes of Colorado mountains, and explored monuments on the Giza Plateau. Yet his greatest adventure is that of a husband, father and educator.
A professor of science education, Jomo studies how children learn science. He founded Black Kids Read to develop children’s book and curriculum materials that tackle challenging, social and science-related topics. He currently lives in Hampton Roads, Virginia with his wife and their youngest son.
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 @homeschoolyokidspodcastJoin 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 like'.
Season 2- Episode 55 On this episode, homeschool mom, Donna, shares her experience with raising her gifted daughter, how important it is to grow your child's emotional intelligence, the benefits of homeschooling gifted kids, the early signs she recognized in her child, how vital community is, and the advocacy she does for parents of gifted children. https://athenasacademy.com/ Donna Metler is a long time educator, at every level from infants to adults, whose greatest teaching challenge came when, to her horror, her baby hadn’t read the “normal child development milestones” and instead, chose to progress in their own, asynchronous, manner. This led to a journey of gifted/2e homeschooling which included starting interest based clubs and organizations, taking and teaching online classes, facilitating independent projects, attending international conferences with a teen presenter, locating outside mentors, and supporting a child attending early college. Donna currently teaches music at Singleton Community Center in Bartlett, TN, mentors and supports homeschoolers in the local community, and moderates and mentors junior instructors at Athena’s Advanced Academy, an Cognia accredited online program offering a la carte classes to meet the needs of gifted and 2e students. Donna’s workshops and 1-1 mentoring involve looking at a child where they are and figuring out a roadmap…while being ready for your child to light the roadmap on fire and throw it out the window at any moment, and enjoying the trip wherever it leads. Donna’s in person classes offer opportunities for children to engage joyously in music, regardless of neurotype. 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 @homeschoolyokidspodcastJoin 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 like'.
Season 2- Episode 54
On this episode, the owner of The Penmanship Lab, Leslie, shares her methods of making writing fun, how important it is to work on children's fine motor skills, the benefits of writing by hand, how she builds her homeschool curriculum, how vital self-advocacy is for kids, and how she created a homeschool lifestyle that works for her family.
https://www.thepenmanshiplab.com/
Leslie Catlett MS, OTR/L, owner of The Penmanship Lab, brings academic training and clinical expertise to child handwriting remediation. Featured in media outlets like Good Day Columbus and recognized as DFW Mom Approved in 2021, Leslie's achievements include pioneering telehealth cases and participation in the Mavs Business Assist Program. Her mission is to enhance legibility through tailored instruction and virtual classrooms. With a background in Chemistry and Occupational Therapy, Leslie specializes in virtual school-based services, offering evaluations and interventions for students K-12 worldwide. She excels in supporting diverse learning needs, including dyslexia and ADHD, to ensure academic success and well-being.
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 @homeschoolyokidspodcastJoin 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 like'.
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