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It's official! "How to Homeschool in High School" is now the Fearlessly Different Podcast! In this episode we are going to walk through why I have made this monumental change, what the new title and mission mean, and what the next few months of content will look like!
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I am so excited to go on this new journey with you all and see where the Lord leads us! Together let us encourage each other to continue done this different path and "run with endurance the race He has set before us"! -
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"Can you do high school sports as a homeschooler?"
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That has got to be one of my most asked questions as a homeschooler - and the answer is not only can you do high school sports as a homeschooler, but you can THRIVE! That is true largely because of the work of amazing people like Coach Nate Hartman. Nate Hartman is one of the founding members of the athletics program we (my sister and I) have used for years and he is also the founder and director of the National Christian School Athletic Association (NCSAA) - an organization focused on providing athletic opportunities to Christian schools and homeschool sports teams across the country! In this episode we talk about what it takes to start a sports program, what it means to be a member school at NCSAA, and how to build a thriving high school sports experience as a homeschooler!
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Online school is quickly becoming one of the most popular ways to homeschool through high school and like everything, it comes with both blessings and challenges. Today we are talking with Sindhu Sivasubramanian, a homeschool student from France using an online school (Bridgeway Academy)! Join us as we discuss her very unique homeschooling journey, why she loves online school so much, and how she built a thriving community around her with homeschoolers from all over the world!
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Joining us today on the podcast is Mr. Jonathan Brush, the president and CEO of Unbound, a college alternative program focused on project-based education and helping young adults thrive in this changing world.
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This is the second part of the interview! Today we discuss the different programs Unbound offers, the community they help build for their students, and different projects students have implemented over the years. We end the conversation with Mr. Brush sharing his best advice for families navigating the post high school world and making decisions about what to do next!
Resources Mentioned:
Unbound | Training Young Adults to Thrive
The Be Unbound Podcast
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Joining us today on the podcast is Mr. Jonathan Brush, the president and CEO of Unbound, a college alternative program focused on project-based education and helping young adults thrive in this changing world. In this interview we cover Mr. Brush's own homeschooling journey (as he is a homeschool graduate himself), the history of Unbound, the mission behind each program, and finally the purpose and power of true education! As high schoolers, we are constantly looking ahead to life after graduation. For those of us searching for a different path (other than college/university), Unbound offers an exciting new approach to higher education and building community!
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Resources Mentioned:
Unbound | Training Young Adults to Thrive
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I get asked very frequently about how homeschoolers can prepare for and take standardized tests (especially SAT, ACT, and CLT) successfully. In todays episode featuring Regina Gravrok, the Homeschool Partnership Manager at the Classic Learning Test (CLT) and a homeschool graduate, we cover how homeschoolers can not only conquer college entry exams, but use them to make their college dreams a reality.
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The Classic Learning Test is "hacking" the teach-for-the test method that dominates conventional schools today. There is no special book or curriculum to prepare for the test. You prepare by having a good education - one rooted in the ideas of traditional, classic education and one that focuses on the formation of the whole student: mind, body, and spirit. We discuss all of this in more detail throughout the interview!
Thank you to Regina Gravrok and the CLT for being a part of the podcast!
Resources Mentioned:
The Classic Learning Test
Information for Homeschool Families
Anchored - Official Podcast of the CLT
Hillsdale College -
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The scouting organizations - American Heritage Girls (AHG) and Trail Life USA- have been major blessings to our homeschooling community for years! They provide a place to connect and serve our local community, develop leadership skills, and earn prestigious awards. Today, we get to talk all about AHG with Elizabeth, a recent recipient of the highest award in AHG's program - Stars and Stripes! We discuss her homeschooling journey and how it led her to organizations like American Heritage Girls and 4-H. We explore in depth how they have impacted her life and homeschooling experience.
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This is not a conversation you will want to miss!
Resources Mentioned:
American Heritage Girls
Trail Life USA
4-H Clubs
Scratch Computer Coding
Code.org
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In November of 2023, a current homeschool student asked a question to Charlie Kirk, founder and director of Turning Point USA and conservative activist, at a TPUSA event and the video went viral on Instagram. As soon as I saw the clip, I knew I had to have this homeschooler on the podcast to share his story!
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Today, join Dylan Cruz and me as we discuss his homeschooling experience as well as his involvement with TPUSA and PragerForce. He also shares a behind the scenes look into what it was like to talk with Charlie Kirk!
Watch Dylan and Charlie Kirk's conversation HERE
Resources Mentioned:
Turning Point USA
PragerU
Homeschool FEAST Athletics
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On today's episode, I am joined by Naomi Elizabeth, a 16-year-old homeschooler passionate about sharing her homeschooling experience on Instagram and YouTube. She makes amazing content daily focused on encouraging the homeschooling community and breaking down the stereotypes that surround home education. We cover so many topics in this episode from band practice to best homeschooling advice. But overall, this is just a conversation between two longtime homeschoolers about the daily homeschool life and why we love the way we do school!
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On today's episode, I am joined by homeschool graduate Nolan Curran, a current junior at Waynesburg University studying nursing. We cover so many topics in this conversation including homeschool participation in ROTC and public school sports, navigating life after high school, and discovering and pursing your calling in life. I am sure there is something for everyone in this interview, and I hope you leave encouraged to continue your homeschooling journey!
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ROTC
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We are back from Great Homeschool Conventions with so much to share: workshop recaps, takeaways from parent/student conversations, and 10+ LIVE interviews with homeschoolers from across the country!
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Join my mom and I as we walk though this incredible weekend and address the most pressing issues that face homeschooled high schoolers and their parents!
Thank you to everyone who was a part of this episode! It was so wonderful to talk with you and hear your stories!
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Our world (especially as teens) is full of so much information! We are confronted daily with bad thinking, propaganda, and emotional reasoning - it can be hard to manage! Today we have the privilege of hearing from Kathy Gibbens, homeschool mom and host of the "Filter it Through a Brain Cell Podcast" (a podcast focused on teaching critical thinking skills to every listener)! We cover everything from defining critical thinking and the most common fallacies we face as teens today to discovering how we can stay rooted in truth amidst this ever-changing culture!
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Resources mentioned:
Fallacy Detective
Master Books - Introduction to Logic
Memoria Press - Traditional Logic
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Filter it Through a Brain Cell: Podcast
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On today's episode, I am joined by Jess, lifelong homeschooler and YouTuber! We cover so many topics in the conversation, ranging from the role of social media in the life of the homeschooler to how to prepare for the SAT. There is something for everyone in this conversation, and I hope you all are blessed by our words!
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Resources Mentioned:
Order Out of Chaos Planners
Classical Conversations
"how to get into college as a homeschooler | tips & guidance"
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Yes, you heard right! How to Homeschool in High School is going to have a booth at Great Homeschool Conventions Cincinnati next week (April 4th - 6th)! And I will be speaking all about homeschooling in high school and tackling the "fear of missing out" Saturday April 6th at 8:30 am! In this episode I share more information about this exciting opportunity! We hope to see you there!
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How to Homeschool in High School @GHC
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Make sure to listen to Part 1 (Episode 36) of this interview before enjoying today's episode!
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Mr. Andrew Pudewa is the founder and director of the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) and has been teaching writing and giving talks on homeschooling for many years. I was in the audience for one of those talks two years ago, and the ideas he discussed sparked the creation of this podcast. IEW has made a tremendous impact on homeschooling communities all across the country, and it is an honor to share this conversation with you!
Today, join me in Part 2 of this interview with Mr. Pudewa as we discuss the importance of speech and debate and dual enrollment in the life of the high schooler, high school social environments, good books, and more!
Resources Mentioned:
Introduction to Public Speaking
IEW's Website
IEW Events and Conventions
The Coddling of the American Mind
Great Homeschool Conventions
The Arts of Language Podcast - Hosted by Mr. Pudewa
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Mr. Andrew Pudewa is the founder and director of the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) and has been teaching writing and giving talks on homeschooling for many years. I was in the audience for one of those talks two years ago, and the ideas he discussed sparked the creation of this podcast. IEW has made a tremendous impact on homeschooling communities all across the country, and it is an honor to share this conversation with you!
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Today, join me in Part 1 of this interview with Mr. Pudewa as we discuss the history of IEW, the importance of writing in high school, and a specific curriculum IEW has created to prepare students for collegiate-level writing!
And make sure to tune in next week for Part 2!
Resources Mentioned:
University-Ready Writing
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Dual enrollment is one of the greatest opportunities we have as homeschooled students, and it's about time we dedicate an entire episode to this experience! Today, join me as I dive deeply into the reasons why every homeschooler should try dual enrollment, the steps to get involved, and my best advice for dual enrolled students. As a dual enrolled student for 2 years now, I have a lot of stories of successes and failures that I hope will encourage and equip you to thrive as you and your family begin the journey into the college world.
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Possible Online Colleges (tested and approved by friends of mine or myself):
Grove City College
Geneva College
Liberty University
Oral Roberts University
Grand Canyon University
Hillsdale College
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The spirit of the entrepreneur is strong in the homeschooling community, and today we are going to explore what it looks like to start a business in high school! Join me as I interview Jaden Skye, current high school senior, creator of World Homeschoolers, and owner of a photography business. In this episode we will dive into the ways in which Jaden's homeschooling journey led her to start a business in high school and create a online community to connect homeschoolers across the globe!
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Today on How to Homeschool in High School, we are joined by another friend of mine, recent homeschool graduate, and current nursing major, Katelyn. In this interview we walk through her family's homeschooling journey, her high school experience, and ultimately the steps she took to successful apply and get accepted into college as a homeschooler! We also discuss the importance of building community around your homeschool and seeking counsel when deciding what life after college should look like for you!
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I hope this episode gives you encouragement as we explore Katelyn's homeschooling journey and testimony that homeschoolers can not only get into college, but thrive in life after high school!
Recourses mentioned:
HSLDA's homeschool transcript -
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We all get that question whenever we enter high school..."Are you going to college?" It can be overwhelming at times, because most of us don't know what we want to do!
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College is not the only path to success, and there are other exciting and valuable opportunities students are beginning to explore after high school. Sylvia is one such homeschool graduate who has decided to launch a house-cleaning business straight out of high school. Join me today as I talk with Sylvia about her homeschooling experience and her decision to become an entrepreneur.
If you too are struggling with what life after high school looks like, I hope this episode encourages you and reminds you that you are not alone! Together we can redefine what it means to find fulfillment and success after high school!
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Resources mentioned:
American Heritage Girls
Blackburn Study Center
Great Courses
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