Best Preschool Pioneers Podcasts (2024)

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K is for Kool-Aid 24:56

1d ago24:56

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In this compelling episode of "Preschool Pioneers" titled "K is for Kool-Aid," host Jeremy Walker explores the critical theme of safeguarding children from deceptive influences that masquerade as caring protectors. Through a detailed analysis of scripture and historical examples like the Oneida community and Jonestown, Walker highlights the importa…

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129 Tips for Teaching Math, Pros and Cons of Co-ops, Chess Tournament 26:18

2h ago26:18

26:18

Homeschool News: Important updates for the conference: How to get free registration, chess tournament, & where to stay. Homeschool Conversations: Kathryn (Bell) Gomes - math author for Apologia and featured speaker at Thrive! Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Should I participate in a co-op? What are the pros and cons?…

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128 Research on Socialization, Preparing Your Kids for the Culture, Online Homeschooling? 34:02

4d ago34:02

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Homeschool News: We share more research on socialization. Homeschool Conversations: Matthew talks with Wil and Meeke Addison, founders of Straight Edge Ministries and Culture Proof. Featured speakers at Thrive! Wisdom from the Word: Does God promise to help us raise and homeschool our kids? Homeschool Helps with Amanda: In this episode, Amanda answ…

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J is for Justified 24:55

11d ago24:55

24:55

In this thought-provoking episode of "Preschool Pioneers," titled "J is for Justified: How Mankind is Addicted to Justifying Evil and Demonizing Good," host Jeremy Walker explores the pervasive human tendency to rationalize one's own morally questionable actions while criticizing others'. Drawing from biblical verses and contemporary social issues,…

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127 Getting Your Home in Order with Vicki Bentley, Homeschooling When Life Is Hard 23:39

12d ago23:39

23:39

Homeschool News: Thrive! and all it has to offer for kids and teens. Homeschool Conversations: Matthew has a conversation with Vicki Bentley of HSLDA. Get a preview of the workshops she will have at Thrive! this May. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Homeschooling when life is hard

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I is for Integration 24:56

18d ago24:56

24:56

In this compelling episode of "Preschool Pioneers," titled "I is for Integration," host Jeremy Walker delves into the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., examining how his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech resonates in today's context of race relations and integration. Through thoughtful commentary and analysis, Walker explores the misinter…

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126 Early Days of NCHE, What About IEPs?, Special Gatherings at the Conference 20:40

19d ago20:40

20:40

Homeschool News: We tell you how to connect with others at the Thrive! Conference and let you know how to get the latest issue of GREENHOUSE magazine. www.nche.com/thrive/regional-gatherings/ www.nche.com/thrive/special-gatherings/ Homeschool Conversations: Matthew speaks with another one of our NC homeschool pioneers, Susan Van Dyke, about the ear…

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H is for Homeschooling 24:56

29d ago24:56

24:56

In this insightful episode of Preschool Pioneers, host Jeremy Walker explores the theme "H Is For Homeschooling," diving deep into the significance of educating children within a Christian framework. Jeremy distinguishes between government education, homeschooling, and unschooling, critically examining each method's approach to nurturing children's…

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125 Testing Season, Todd Wilson on Gender and Being Real 30:49

26d ago30:49

30:49

Homeschool News: We discuss a case against homeschool parents in Texas and tell you about our teen activities at the Thrive! Conference. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to part of a conversation Matthew had with Todd Wilson, who will be a featured speaker at the Thrive! Conference this year. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda talks about test…

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G is for Godly Fathers 24:55

1M ago24:55

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In this episode, titled "G is for Godly Fathers," Walker discusses the significant impact fathers have on the development and protection of their children and spouses. He emphasizes the biblical foundation for fatherhood and marriage, criticizes the societal trend of undermining masculine roles, and addresses the consequences of absent or passive f…

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124 Study on Socialization, How Our Homeschool Law Began, Homeschooling Multiple Ages 26:13

1M ago26:13

26:13

Homeschool News: We tell you about a study done on homeschool socialization and give you some information about the Thrive! Homeschool Conference. Homeschool Conversations: We continue our conversation with Spencer and Debbie Mason about the history of homeschooling in NC. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda completes her series on homeschooling d…

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F is for Flat Earth 24:56

1M ago24:56

24:56

In the "Preschool Pioneers" podcast episode titled "F is for Flat Earth," host Jeremy Walker explores the profound impact of education on shaping individuals' understanding of the Earth, humanity's place in the universe, and the moral and spiritual dimensions of life. Critiquing modern secular education for its reliance on randomness and chance, wh…

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123 Homeschooling High School, Homeschool Pioneers, Purpose of Life 34:14

1M ago34:14

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Homeschool News: Homeschoolers are fighting legislation in SC. More info about the Thrive! Homeschool Conference. Homeschool Conversations: We continue our conversations with NC homeschool pioneers. We listen to part of a conversation we had with Spencer and Debbie Mason. Wisdom from the Word: Matthew discusses "What is the purpose of life?" Homesc…

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E is for Economics and Entrepreneurship 24:56

2M ago24:56

24:56

This episode of Preschool Pioneers, entitled "E is for Economics and Entrepreneurship," delves into the critical issues surrounding children's education in the realms of economics and the real world. Host Jeremy Walker discusses the profound ways in which current educational models are failing to equip children with essential life skills, focusing …

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122 Parental Rights News, Todd Wilson Talks to Dads, Homeschooling Middle School 31:12

2M ago31:12

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Homeschool News: Learn what the Parental Rights Foundation is doing. We update you on the upcoming Thrive! Homeschool conference. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to a portion of a conversation we had with Todd Wilson about homeschooling dads. Wisdom from the Word: How do we know what the truth is? Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda continues …

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D is for the Department of Children and Families 24:56

2M ago24:56

24:56

D is for the Department of Children and Families. How state agencies often violate the rights of children and families more than protect them, and what parents and teachers need to know to help.By Jeremy Walker

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121 Tips for Elementary Homeschooling, How Did NCHE Begin?, Who Do Your Kids Belong to? 23:26

2M ago23:26

23:26

Homeschool News: NCHE homeschool graduation deadlines. We tell you how to get free conference registration. Homeschool Conversations: We continue our conversation with homeschool pioneers Walt and Sandi Goforth. Wisdom from the Word: Who do your kids belong to? Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda continues her series on homeschooling different age…

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C is for Childbearing 24:57

2M ago24:57

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This episode of "Preschool Pioneers" hosted by Jeremy Walker delves into the critical importance of Christian education and the role of Christian families in shaping the moral and spiritual foundation of children. Titled "C is for Childbearing: How Children Are Being Systematically Miseducated About Their Bodies, The Basic Facts of Biology and the …

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120 Homeschooling Preschoolers, Building a Godly Heritage, NC Homeschool History 24:25

2M ago24:25

24:25

Homeschool News: Thrive! Early bird ⁠registration ⁠ends this week. ⁠Fabulous Fossils⁠ class will be offered at Thrive! Conference. Homeschool dads, let’s get connected, please fill out a ⁠form ⁠for us. Homeschool Conversations: Homeschool pioneers Walt and Sandi Goforth. Wisdom from the Word: The opportunity to build a Godly heritage. Homeschool He…

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B is for Bears, Beets, and Battlestar Galactica 24:57

2M ago24:57

24:57

By Jeremy Walker

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119 Opportunity Scholarships, Getting Through the Winter Slump, Balancing Structure and Flexibility 26:51

2M ago26:51

26:51

Homeschool News: Do homeschoolers qualify for Opportunity Scholarships? New page for homeschool dads, Free chess workshop. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to a conversation Matthew had with Te’Essence about finding the balance between structure and flexibility in homeschooling. We also discuss discovering what our kids are interested in and per…

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118 NC Supreme Court Rules on Homeschooling, How to Set up ADHD Students for Success, Field Trips 19:41

3M ago19:41

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Homeschool News: More info on the Thrive! Conference and announcing a new field trip. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to the end of the conversation with Larry Cockerham, a homeschool pioneer. We learn more about his story and how NCHE got started. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: How can I set up my ADHD child for success?…

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117 When Am I Ready to Homeschool?, What If My Student Doesn’t Like Homeschooling?, Single Parent Homeschooling 26:11

3M ago26:11

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Homeschool News: We give you important information about the Thrive! Homeschool conference and new upcoming field trips. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to another portion of Matthew’s talk with NCHE team member, Karen Perez. They answer the important questions: How will I know that I’m ready to start homeschooling & How can I overcome the chal…

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A is for Abandonment 29:45

3M ago29:45

29:45

Preschool Pioneers, hosted by Jeremy Walker, navigates the critical topic of Christian education and its vital importance in society. Season 2 opens with a compelling episode titled "A is for Abandonment: How Children Are Physically and Morally Abandoned By Their Families and What Christian Families and Schools Can Do About It." The podcast delves …

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116 Criminal Summons for Homeschooling, Getting Started Can Be Hard, Conference Workshops Announced 21:51

3M ago21:51

21:51

Homeschool News: Thrive! Conference Registration is open, NCHE's 40th Anniversary. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to a conversation Matthew had with Larry Cockerham, who was a homeschooling pioneer in NC and helped NCHE in its early days. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda continues her discussion from last week and gives you some encouragem…

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115 Single Parent Homeschooling, Pulling Your Kids Out of School Mid-year, Conference Registration Open 20:57

3M ago20:57

20:57

Homeschool News: Exciting news about the Thrive! Homeschool conference. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to a conversation Matthew had with Karen Perez, our new Region 8 Liaison. They discuss single parent homeschooling. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda talks about practical aspects of pulling a student out of school and starting to homescho…

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114 Overcoming Challenges, Government Oversight, Building a Routine 23:47

4M ago23:47

23:47

Homeschool News: Chess Tournament, Thrive! Conference Featured Speakers. Homeschool Conversations: Matthew and Amanda talk about how to overcome homeschooling challenges and give thoughts about government oversight. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda talks about building a routine for your homeschool.…

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113 What Does the Bible Say About Education?, Setting Priorities 26:22

4M ago26:22

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Homeschool News: NCHE Graduation Ceremony, Winter Chess Tournament. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to a segment of Matthew’s conversation with Dr. Brian Ray, president of the National Home Education Research Institute. Dr. Ray answers the question, “What does the Bible have to say about whose responsibility and duty it is to take care of a chi…

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112 New Generations Homeschooling, Why We Believe in Homeschooling, What is NCHE? 26:31

4M ago26:31

26:31

Homeschool News: Reminder of upcoming NCHE field trips. Special segment: Watch one of our classic videos in which parents and students tell why they believe in homeschooling! Homeschool Conversations: Listen to another part of a conversation Matthew and Amanda had about a survey on the increasing interest in and changing motivations for homeschooli…

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111 Legislative Protection, Voucher Programs, DNPE 28:43

5M ago28:43

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Homeschool News: We remind you of upcoming field trips Swan Lake and NCHE day at The Hornets. We discuss homeschool regulations and voucher programs as we continue to look at a recent Washington Post article. Homeschool Conversations: Matthew talks with Brian Ray about how a Christian should think about the role of government and government funding…

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110 Homeschool Population Explosion, Chess Tournament, Discipleship at Home 25:28

5M ago25:28

25:28

Homeschool News: We talk about the upcoming chess tournament, NCHE day with the Hornets, and discuss an analysis of homeschool population growth by the Washington Post. Homeschool Conversations: Matthew talks with Chap Bettis, author of The Disciple-Making Parent.

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109 Online Homeschooling, Co-ops, Thrive! Speakers 23:05

5M ago23:05

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Homeschool News: Swan Lake field trip will take place in May, tickets are on sale now. We discuss graduation and scholarship details. Thrive! 2024 featured speakers have been announced. Homeschool Conversations: Amanda and Matthew talk about the role of online education within homeschooling. https://www.homeschoolplus.com/learn/research/exploring-h…

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108 Mental Health, Hornets Game, Submission 28:06

6M ago28:06

28:06

Homeschool News: Thrive! registration page will be live by Tuesday November 14th, NCHE Day at the Hornets, update on the Romeikes family situation. Homeschool Conversations: Brian Ray - How do we define homeschooling? How does it fit into all the new forms of education that are developing? Wisdom from the Word: Teach your kids when to submit. Homes…

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107 HSLDA Special Needs Help, Finding a Mentor, High School 24:20

6M ago24:20

24:20

Homeschool News: Reminder for the upcoming Elf musical field trip on December 19th. What does it mean to be an NCHE member? How to get a free mentor session. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to a conversation Amanda had with Rachelle Matthew Summerville, team lead for special needs educational consultants from HSLDA. We discuss the assistance yo…

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106 Dr. Brian Ray, Homeschool Numbers and Trends, High School 22:24

6M ago22:24

22:24

Homeschool News: We give you an inside look at some NCHE member benefits and remind you of the vendor application for the Thrive! Conference. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to a conversation Matthew had with Dr. Brian Ray from the National Home Education Research Institute. They discuss homeschooling trends in the last few years in light of th…

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105 Hispanic Homeschool Families, Legislative Wins, High School 31:02

6M ago31:02

31:02

Homeschool News: Legislative updates, holiday field trips, and GREENHOUSE magazine Homeschool Conversations: We continue our conversation with NCHE board member Jessica Frierson talking about how to take full advantage of the flexibility that comes with homeschooling. Luz Velasquez, one of our multicultural liaisons, talks with Karim Morato - Spani…

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Z is for Zoolatry 31:58

6M ago31:58

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Z is for Zoolatry. The dangers of teaching children that animals are equal to humans and most often, more important. Topics in this episode: Zoolatry: The Deification of Animals Orgean Passes laws against testing for Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic Mastery Pride-imals **Get Inspired. Get Equipped. Get Involved.** Preschool Pioneers Podcast: www.cr…

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104 Chess Workshop, Legislative Work, Conversations with Kids 30:05

7M ago30:05

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Homeschool News: We talk about Senate Bill 49, the Parent’s Bill of Rights, that was passed this year and tell you about some fantastic opportunities: a free chess workshop, a field trip to the Lazy 5 Ranch, and the NCHE graduation ceremony and diploma. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to two conversations -- one with Jessica Frierson, one of ou…

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103 What Is a Homeschooler?, Anne Miller (HEAV), Courageous Parenting 27:59

7M ago27:59

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Homeschool News: We encourage you to save the date for the Thrive! Conference, and it is time for vendors to apply to serve homeschoolers in the vendor hall. Homeschool Conversations: Matthew talks with Anne Miller, the executive director of Home Educators Association of Virginia. Anne encourages parents in discipling and building relationships wit…

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102 Legislative Update, Homeschool’s Global Impact, More Testing Misinformation 27:15

7M ago27:15

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Homeschool News: Legislative update and a field trip deadline. Homeschool Conversations: Matthew has a conversation with Pastor Chris Butler, who was a keynote speaker at the HSLDA national leaders conference. Chris is pastor of Chicago Embassy Church Network. Wisdom from the Word: Matthew encourages us to step up to the battles that God is calling…

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101 Field Trips, More Misinformation on Testing, Increasing Productivity 22:36

7M ago22:36

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Homeschool News: We discuss two new field trip opportunities. Homeschool Conversations: We meet NCHE’s new region 4 liaison and hear some encouragement for those who are considering homeschooling. Wisdom from the Word: Matthew talks about how to reduce stress and increase productivity. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda continues her series on co…

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100 Helping Teens Develop Convictions, Handling Conflict, Misinformation on Testing 28:58

7M ago28:58

28:58

Homeschool News: We discuss the deadline to sign up for a field trip this week and the opening of the Thrive! Vendor hall application. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to the rest of a conversation Matthew and Te’Essence had about developing convictions in our teens and enjoying the homeschooling process. Wisdom from the Word: We watch the last …

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99 Homeschool Mentorship, Balancing Structure and Flexibility 23:55

8M ago23:55

23:55

Homeschool News: Dad’s retreat signup deadline. We tell you how you can talk with NCHE mentors. Homeschool Conversations: We talk about homeschool goals, and how to have structure and flexibility in your homeschool. Wisdom from the Word: Matthew brings us a good word. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda continues her series on common misinformatio…

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98 Legislative Update, Managing Yourself, Academic Accreditation? 27:44

8M ago27:44

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Homeschool News: We give you an update on all the bills we’ve been watching this session that could affect homeschooling and let you know about a field trip this month to the Agape Center for Environmental Education. Homeschool Conversations: Listen to the final segment of the webinar Focus on the Ability: Homeschooling those with special needs and…

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97 Special Needs Scheduling and Environment, Misinformation about Graduation Requirements 27:41

8M ago27:41

27:41

Homeschool News: We remind you of the Dad’s retreat coming up at the end of September. Homeschool Conversations: We show you one more portion of the Focus on the Ability webinar we recently recorded with Lyndsay Leiviska for parents of special needs and struggling learners. In this segment Amanda and Lyndsay focus on how to modify your schedule and…

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Y is for Yelling 24:23

8M ago24:23

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Y is for Yelling: Why yelling is not always bad and why yelling isn’t even what you think it is or what it is about.By Jeremy Walker

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96 Shiny, Happy People, Modifications for Special Needs, Day/Time Legal Requirements 28:00

8M ago28:00

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Homeschool News: We remind you about the mom’s retreat coming up this fall and talk a little about the documentary Shiny, Happy People. Homeschool Conversations: We show you a portion of a webinar we recently recorded with Lyndsay Leiviska for parents of special needs and struggling learners. Main lessons and how to modify curriculum, socialization…

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95 Homeschooling with Special Needs in NC, Homeschool Scheduling, Dads Retreat 25:02

9M ago25:02

25:02

Homeschool News: Reminder for the Dads retreat at Camp Caraway. Homeschool Conversations: We show you a portion of a webinar with Lyndsay Leiviska for parents of special needs and struggling learners. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Getting started homeschooling, tips for scheduling. Wisdom from the Word: Matthew shares encouragement from Scripture.…

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94 (Updated 8/8/23) New NC Homeschool Stats, Reluctant Homeschool Dad, How to Get Started 27:07

9M ago27:07

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Homeschool News: The division of non-public education has released the numbers of homeschool families for the 22-23 school year. We share those with you and discuss what they mean. We also remind you of the mom’s retreat coming up and tell you about the early bird deadline this week. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to a conversation Matthew had…

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