Do you ever feel like you are in a battle as you homeschool your kids? Well, you just might be! Join True North Homeschool Academy Director, Lisa Nehring, and her son and True North Homeschool Academy Instructor, Ethan Nehring, as they talk about the spiritual implications of home education. Yep, just a quick drive through …
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In the world of education and career advancement, standing out is key to unlocking doors of opportunity and securing scholarships that can shape a brighter future. But how does one truly stand out in high school? In this blog post, we’ll delve into the concept of developing your high school student’s standout factor and explore …
In the fast-paced world we live in today, honing executive functioning skills has become more crucial than ever for our teenagers. These skills encompass a range of cognitive processes that enable individuals to manage their time, stay organized, plan ahead, and accomplish tasks effectively. Lisa Nehring understands the significance of these skills and has shared …
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Navigating Futures: Unveiling Student Aptitudes and Career Journeys with YouScience The journey to discovering one’s true calling in the world of careers can often be daunting, both for students and their parents. Unraveling the intricate tapestry of individual aptitudes, passions, and potential career pathways requires a unique and innovative approach. Enter YouScience – a groundbreaking …
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What Can I Do With My Art Student for College? Discover Excelsior Classes **Podcast Show Notes: Not That Hard to Homeschool High School****Episode: “What Can I Do With My Art Student for College?”****Guest: Excelsior Classes** *Introduction:* – Welcome back to “Not That Hard to Homeschool High School”! I’m your host Lisa Nehring, and in today’s …
Lisa: Today, I am here today with Alicia DeVore from Create My Garden, who went from black to green thumb! Alicia is a longtime homeschooler, and she is here to share her story about how she got into gardening. And we’re excited to share with you some simple tips and tricks so that you can …
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You’ve heard me talk before about the global economy that our kids will learn and work in! And what better way to ensure their vocational and future success than by giving them the gift of a second language! It will up your student’s ability to land jobs and compete both locally and internationally! But how …
The world of education has changed radically in the past few years and who better to address those changes than the Director of Excelsior Classes, Jodi Guerra! Jodi Guerra loves teaching and watching others grow. She graduated in 1988 from the University of Houston magna cum laude with a B.A. in Classical Studies. (For those who are …
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Learning Styles are as much a part of the Homeschooling Parents vocabulary as Ticonderoga Pencils and the jokes about denim jumpers. We love and embrace them and for good reason. They help us understand our kids better and make homeschooling that much more enjoyable. The best way to use learning styles is to be aware …
I think that we can all agree that one of the great benefits of homeschooling is the ability to allow our kids the time and freedom to follow areas of learning that truly delight them. And it’s often true that when we are personally interested in an area, we tend to dive more deeply into …
It’s been a full and busy year of learning, doing and growing! Maybe your kids have Seniorities; I know one of mine does! Maybe you are super ready for spring flowers and summer activities; I know I am! Whatever the reason, we’re probably all ready for a new season. And learning to finish well is …
Now that school is almost over, it’s a great time to evaluate what worked and what didn’t! Let’s get to it!
Episode 97: Assessments for your Homeschool Student!
Everyone feels like a failure as a homeschool mom at one time or another. In this episode, I take a new look at failure, so that you can emerge victorious from the ashes of seeming defeat. Be encouraged — you are not alone! This episode is sponsored by Save Your Sanity While Homeschooling High School. Save …
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I love this guest podcaster and her flair for homeschooling high school her way. Alyssa Woolf from YourUnbusyLife.com has great advice for the transition to high school — including ideas you might not have heard before. The best thing about listening to someone else’s input is then you either get great ideas you can use …
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Consideration for others ought to be a no-brainer as something to teach kids, but in this day and age, it seems not to be. Our teens may need some reminders about what that looks like. And frankly, maybe parents, do, too. Listen for why this is perhaps more important than you realize and some ways …
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I think unschooling high school sounds like an amazing thing, even though I never did it. But Julie Polanco of JulieNaturally.com is a pro at unschooling teens, and she has graduated two of her four children with this method. In this episode she shares her experiences, her thoughts, and her advice about how to go …
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Grace is one of those things we all love to get but is often hard to give — especially to our teens. We know it’s our last chance to instruct them before they go out into the world to sink or swim! Are you giving grace to your teen? In this episode — part of …
It’s always good to hear from someone with veteran homeschool experience — not just someone who claims to be an expert when their oldest child is in third grade. Ya know? Kristin Moon of KristinMoonScience.com has graduated both of her kids after homeschooling them K-12. So she knows what she’s talking about, and in this …
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Overview: Structure and rules for teens should not be given up completely. Learn how to apply them in order to develop responsibility and security in your teen. Yes, teens are much more independent than their younger siblings. But should they be given complete freedom with no structure or rules? I don’t think so. Wouldn’t be …
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