Soft Skills 101

Please, no matter how we advance technologically, please don’t abandon the book. There is nothing in our material world more beautiful than the book.” ― Patti Smith   Tech is here to stay, and it is such a useful tool! But it can also be difficult to balance tech usage with other academic options. Listen […] The post How to find Balance with Technology in your Homeschool, With Angie Ferrell appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Why is Capitalism more Christian than Socialism In this episode, Director of True North Homeschool Academy, Lisa Nehring talks with Ethan Nehring, who teaches Latin, History and Writing about the difference between socialism and capitalism and why capitalism is a more Christian system than socialism. Good government provides freedom, equity and justice. Capitalism has to […] The post Why is Capitalism more Christian than Socialism appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

The Importance of Foreign Language as a Life Skill In our increasingly global world, the ability to communicate cross culturally is going to be more important that ever before! Listen in as True North Homeschool Academy’s Spanish Instructor, Sra. Catalina Garcia explains why and how, by becoming bilingual, your student will have more opportunities than […] The post The Importance of Foreign Language as a Life Skill appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

  Life Lessons Learned through Building a Successful Business Join us this week as we hear from Gina Noble, who started a successful business with her four kids, while homeschooling. Gina talks about the importance of both interpersonal skills such as manners and communication skills as well as important academic skills like money management and […] The post Entrepreneurship as a Life Style with Your Kids appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

7 Reasons your Homeschooler must study Entrepreneurship Our kids are going to live and work in the Gig Economy Having an understanding of the framework of business allows for flexibility and adaptability. Failure is an important aspect of success. Through Entrepreneurship, kids learn the 4 C's of Education Communication Critical thinking Creativity Collaboration Develops Work […] The post Preparing your Kids for Entrepreneurship appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

You've probably heard that you can't get “behind” while homeschooling, but if you've had an illness, natural disaster, death or pregnancy, you can sure feel like you are! The post When Your Homeschool has been Derailed – Part 2 appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

You've probably heard that you can't get “behind” while homeschooling, but if you've had an illness, natural disaster, death or pregnancy, you can sure feel like you are! The post Homeschooling Through a Crisis appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Kristy Faith is an Educational Expert Turned Homeschool Advocate and is here on the podcast to talk about Worldview. The post Why You Should Homeschool with Christy Faith – Part 2 appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

This week, True North Homeschool Academy director, Lisa Nehring is talking with Kristy_Faith. Kristy is an educational expert turned homeschool advocate. The post Why You should Homeschool with Kristy Faith – pt. 1 appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Parents and students need to choose college wisely. Consider the world view as well as the academic integrity of the institution. The post Post 2020 College Education appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Lisa Nehring talks with Homeschooling Grandparent, Melissa Swenda about how she is supporting her daughter's family as they homeschool. The post How can Grandparents Support their Homeschool Kids appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Today, Lisa Nehirng, director of True North Homeschool Academy is joined by the amazing team that makes up the Homeschool Mom Collaborative, Susan Hale, Natalie Vecchione and Steffanie Williams. The post Two Are Better Than One; Homeschool Mom Networking appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

What is a Brain Based ? A brain based diagnosis is a broad category of disorders, which can vary in symptoms and can include any condition that affects your brain. The post How to Diagnose and Cope with a Brain Based Diagnosis appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

On this episode, True North Homeschool Academy Director, Lisa Nehring tackles one of the  common question we get at True North Homeschool Academy regarding homeschooling students with IEP's. The post Demystifying the IEP appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Today on the podcast, True North Homeschool Academy Director, Lisa Nehring is talking with True North teacher, Angie Ferrell about Truth, Beauty and Goodness. These are terms you hear in the homeschooling world a LOT, but what exactly do they mean, and why should we even care about these concepts? The post Truth, Goodness and Beauty with Annie Ferrell appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Today, True North Homeschool Academy Director, Lisa Nehring, is joined by Angie Ferrell to talk about edventuring with Books! One of Angie's favorite book discoveries as she homeschooled was the geography series by Holling C Holling The post Edventure Together: Books, Travel, and Discovery appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

There are a variety of ways to enjoy and participate in online learning and in this episode, True North Homeschool Academy Director, Lisa Nehring is going to walk us through everything you need to know about getting started with online learning! The post Getting Started with Online Learning appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

In this show, True North Homeschool Academy Director, Lisa Nehring talks about the pragmatics of How to Graduate Your Homeschooler! We'll cover: Who creates the Transcript, Who issues the Diploma, What is required to Graduate, How to make graduation official, Who oversees it all and are homeschoolers required to take the GED? The post How to Graduate Your Homeschooler appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Today Lisa Nehring is talking with Steffanie Williams, author of “Ew! You homeschool?” Steffanie is a former homeschooling mother of 3 daughters, author and encourager! Steffanie shares her story of homeschooling and her message of hope for fellow homeschoolers, ‘God will enable you! You can teach all subjects well.” How, exactly? Research Reach out Homeschooling […] The post Ew! You homeschool? appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Beyond the Basics: Discover how to Develop as a future Mental Health Professional   So, you have a future mental health professional in your home? It's a great time to nurture and develop this desire in your kids, as developing vocationally will take time and intention!  The need for quality mental health care workers  is […] The post How to Develop as a Future Mental Health Professional appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Why Freedom Matters with Angie Ferrell   Today True North Homeschool Academy Director is talking with True North Teacher, Angie Ferrell and as we near the 4th of July, we are talking about freedom! Freedom is a stabilizing force and creates a better environment for people in it- Freedom allows for healthier economics and builds […] The post Why Freedom Matters appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Angie Ferrell and what You are Leaving Behind   Today True North Homeschool Academy Director, Lisa Nehring is talkign with True North Teacher Angie Ferrell. Today, we are talking about Knowing What You are Leaving, in particular in relation to leaving the public school system. If you understand the history of education in America, you […] The post What You are Leaving Behind appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Angie Ferrell on Knowing your Why Today I'm talking with Angie Ferrell, teacher extraordinaire at True North Homeschool Academy Angie is sharing with me the importance of “Knowing Your Why.” Reasons for Homeschooling: Faith- incorporate spiritual learning, spiritual value Well educated children- they aren't wasting time. We can be concentrated in our efforts. Social Skills […] The post Angie Ferrell on Knowing your Why appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Life Skills Learned through Adoption! On this episode, Lisa Nehring, Director of True North Homeschool Academy is interviewing fellow podcaster and True North teacher, Crystal Niehoff, as they talk about Life Skills Learned through Adoption! Crystal shares how her family was involved in Respite Care, Foster Care and private and adoption through Foster Care. For […] The post Life Skills Learned Through Adoption! appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Goldilocks and the Teen Years Over the years, one of the most common questions posed as frustrations that I hear comes from Moms of Tweens and Teens. Particularly form Moms of boys; i.e. young men. Their frustration has to do with the fact that up until recently, their kids were happy, compliant and eager to […] The post Goldilocks and the Teen years appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

10 Ways to Share Your Testimony Today I'm joined by Josh and Rachelle Brewer, who are the CEO and Youth Center Director of Life Light. Life Light is a ministry that takes the church outside the walls, using music and event venues and more to evangelize and witness to the good news of the Gospel! […] The post 10 Ways to Share Your Testimony appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Beyond the Basics: Discover how to Develop as a future Film Maker   So, you have a future film maker in your home? It's a great time to nurture and develop this desire in your kids, as there are many opportunity to cash in on this important skill! Everything from being the next Steven Speilberg, […] The post Beyond the Basics, How to Develop as a Future Film Maker appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Life Skills Your Kids Need before they Launch This show is called Life Skills, so let's talk about 6 Life Skills Areas that will allow your kids to launch! Food – Plan, Prep, Budget, Shop, Cook, Clean, Use Left-overs Shelter -Shop for, save for pay mortgage and insurance Vocation/ Work -what areas make sense for […] The post Life Skills Your Kids Need Before They Launch appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Post 2020 College/Post Covid College Decision One of the concerns I hear all the time from homeschoolers is worry that their students won't get into college. Look, it's actually easier than ever to be admitted into college; homeschoolers traditionally perform extremely well on standardized tests and do a great job of competing and winning in […] The post Post 2020 College appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

As homeschoolers, we are disruptors, but it can be a lonely road. This week on the podcast, I interview Angie Ferrell, who is the Director of True North Homeschool Academy's Mom's Membership Group, the Navigators. The post Disruption and Resilience with Angie Ferril appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

The Three Love Languages of Learning Today, True North Homeschool Academy Director, Lisa Nehring is joined by fellow podcaster Meredith Curtis, who also teaches are True North. We're talking today about the important life skill of teaching our kids by teaching to our children's heads, hands and hearts!   1.Teaching to the Head Knowledge- explain […] The post The Three Love Languages of Learning appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Credits and Transcripts True North Homeschool Academy Director Lisa Nehring, demystifies high school Credits and Transcripts so that you can confidently move forward with homeschooling High School! Credits are based on Carnegie Units High School credits are based on both time and rigor. Career Exploration for Homeschool students blog post Special Needs Homeschool Credits and […] The post Credits and Transcripts appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Developing your student's stand out factor can garner scholarship dollars and opportunities! The post Develop your Student’s Standout Factor appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Feeling Frazzled? 3 Simple Steps to Refresh! Today True North Homeschool Academy Director, Lisa Nehring, is joined by Juile Polance of Julie Naturally to talk about ways that overworked homeschooling Mommas can refresh. Like Julie says, it's not rocket science, but going back to basics can oftentimes keep us going! In order to keep refreshed, […] The post Feeling Frazzled? appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Edventuring with Ethan Nehring Today, True North Homeschool Academy Director, Lisa Nehring is joined by her son, Ethan Nehring. Ethan teaches Latin and Clubs, such as Medieval Weaponry and Battles that Changed History at True North,  and is going to share about various ways to Edventure! Edventure is simply Educational Adventures. There are 3 Specific […] The post Edventuring with Ethan Nehring appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Building your Mom Team Today on the show, True North Homeschool Academy Director, Lisa Nehring is joined by Jennifer Uren, who podcasts at This Mom Knows. Life Jennifer says, “Every business  “yes” can feel like a parenting “no” – and that’s when mom guilt kicks in.  Through her website and podcast, This Mom Knows, Jennifer […] The post Building your Mom Team appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Why Studying Science is a Mandatory Life Skill! Today, True North Homeschool Academy Director, Lisa Nehring, is joined by Emma Cummings. Emma is a Cambridge  trained physicist, who teaches online Science classes from True North Homeschool Academy, while homeschooling her own children in Scotland. Today, she is sharing with us, 3 Reasons Why Studying Science […] The post Why Studying Science is a Mandatory Life Skill! appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

True North Homeschool Academy Director is joined by her husband, Dr. David Nehring as they talk about the meaning and importance of Christmas! Christmas is the season of Light in the Darkness, as we celebrate the coming of Christ! Being born into this world is a death sentence; nobody gets out alive! Which is why […] The post The Meaning of Christmas appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Computer Mastery: How Tech Skills are Valuable Life Skills This week on the podcast, I am joined by True North Homeschool Academy teacher,  Laura Nolette. Laura began working in the computer industry over 25 years ago and has used her professional skills as a wife, mom, teacher, and entrepreneur ever since. IT (information Technology) is […] The post Computer Mastery appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Today I am joined by guest Meredith Curtis, a fellow podcaster on the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network and a teacher at True North Homeschool Academy. Today we are talking about How to Create Meaningful Thanksgiving Traditions. The post Creating Meaningful Thanksgiving Traditions appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

The Origins of Thanksgiving: Dr. David Nehring, shares the History of Thanksgiving, it's meaning, and the importance of this tradition. The post The Origins of Thanksgiving Part 2 appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

On this episode, I am joined by Dr. David Nehring, who shares with us the History of Thanksgiving, it's meaning, and the importance of this beautiful tradition. The post Thanksgiving: It's History, Meaning and Importance appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

How to Weather a Crisis of Faith in Your Family Today I am joined by guest Meredith Curtis, a fellow podcaster on the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network and a teacher at True North Homeschool Academy. Today we are talking about Facing a Crisis in one's family.   Types of Crisis of Faith a Christian Family […] The post How to Weather a Crisis of Faith in your Family appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Successful Event Planning is a Life Skill   This week, I'm joined by True North Homeschool Academy Teacher, Anna Knaub, who is going to be talking with us about the important life skill of Event Planning!   Types of Event Planning: Wedding Birthdays Corporate & Business Holiday Church Fund Raising Event Planning is a great […] The post Event Planning with Anna Knaub appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Moms and Nehemiah: Taken from the Book of Nehemiah, particularly Nehemiah 3 - Nehemiah was a man of prayer. “Do Weakness Well”. The post Moms and Nehemiah appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

How to Robot-Proof your Kids! Your kids will live and work in a technological world full of Robots and Artificial Intelligence. How are we supposed to raise kids who have the know-how to compete in such a technological future? I'm glad you asked! So, let's dig into the practicality of HOW to develop your kids […] The post How to Robot Proof your Kids appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Why Learn a Foreign Language? Today I'm joined by my youngest daughter and recent homeschool graduate, Hannah Nehring. Hannah focused on Foreign Languages during high school and began learning German this fall, her 5th foreign language, following Latin, Hebrew, Spanish and Chinese. She is currently conversant in both Hebrew and Spanish, with the goal of […] The post Why Learn a Foreign Language? appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

“Restful Classical” Homeschooling with Amy Sloan of Humility & Doxology Amy Sloan and her husband are both 2nd generation homeschoolers who are homeschooling their five kids, ages 6-16. They pursue a restfully-classical education by grace alone! Amy  If you hang out with Amy for any length of time you'll quickly learn that she loves overflowing […] The post Restfully Classical with Amy Sloan appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

One of the big concerns about homeschooling high school is determining what to study. The post Typical Course of Study for Highschool appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

I'm joined on the podcast today by Melissa Grande who is a professional musician, Wild and Free leader and True North Homeschool Academy Teacher! Today we are going to be talking about Music is an important life skill. It's easy to get overwhelmed with core academics and feel like Music is just something to add […] The post Music as a Life Skill appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

How to Integrate Classical with Delight Directed Education In this episode Tamara Pool is sharing with us how to integrate the time test educational method of classical education with delight directed learning: Understand the Classical Method Questions are welcome- teaches students to questions appropriately and to questions with humility. Simple, day by day instructional practice […] The post How to Integrate Classical with Delight Directed Education appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.