Podcast

On this week's episode of The Sequoia Breeze podcast, Rebecca talks with Ginny Yurich about the immense benefits of setting a goal to spend 1,000 hours outside--maybe even until the street lights come on.

Four kids and two continents....this is Rebecca's homeschool journey. She shares the good and the regrets. Listen in for ideas, lessons learned, and encouragement in your own homeschool.
 

Do your kids have the words to describe how they're feeling? Emotional well-being is crucial for a good learning environment. In this episode, Mary Stein introduces us to the world of Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Listen in for some great resources for all students, TK-12th grade, and even parents!
 

Equipping our kids to be safe in the digital world, while still helping them to learn the necessary skills is a tricky job! Trisha Brandow joins me to talk about how to navigate this important topic.
 

It can be confusing to keep track of all that's going on with Sequoia Grove. Are you feeling confused by the opportunities available? Join Rebecca and Sara, two of our Family Liaisons, as they chat and share suggestions to help you "Get the Most Out of Your Sequoia Grove Experience." Listen in as they show you where you can go to access the most up to date and accurate information available to our schools.

Many of us are intimidated by the idea of teaching math. A google search for "homeschool math curriculum" will turn up almost endless results. So we ask friends what they use...
 

Is homeschooling high school a good idea? As a parent, we worry about all the things for our teens--the difficult subjects that need to be covered, social activities, and preparing our kids for life after high school. Our resident high school expert, Shannon Breckenridge shares why homeschooling for high school is not only possible, it's a good idea!

I'm teaching my kids to write and speak well, but how do I equip them to have something worth saying? Andrew Pudewa, joins me to answer the question "How do we teach our kids to think?"
 

You are not alone! Listen to other Sequoia Grove parents talk about how their families tackle state testing. Why do they even bother? You're sure to gain new ideas and insights...
 

Do you dread state testing? Are you wondering if you should even bother having your kids participate? Listen in and hear why it's critical to our schools AND how it can benefit your kids! 

Concluding the conversation with Carrie Carlson, reflecting on her family's homeschool journey. Carrie has many insights and tips along the way.

Carrie Carlson, Sequoia Grove TK-8 Program Administrator, shares insights and memories from her family's homeschool journey.

Intimidated by science? Do you always leave it for last and there's never time? Amy has great ideas for these problems and motivation for so much more!

Ronni Ernenputsch talks to us about the lifelong benefits that come from experiencing performing arts.

Beth Oakes, creator and storyteller from HiGasfy, joins me to talk about learning about art through compelling stories.

Reading aloud is essential for our children. Listen in and be inspired to build this healthy habit into your homeschool.

HST Kelley Soper shares her long experience with homeschooling and teaching math. Listen in for some great ideas and resources!

Listen in while HST Scott Steffens talks about creative ways to teach fascinating history and inspires us to help our kids think deep thoughts about the past.

Carl Azuz from CNN10 joins me for a fun conversation to talk about current events and the importance of news-trality.

ellow Family Liaison Beka Heath joins me to talk about how to plan out your homeschool day. Lots of great ideas and advice!

Jenell Sherman is at the helm of our schools. Go behind the scenes at Sequoia Grove and hear about her heart and vision for our schools. Listen in and learn what it takes to keep us afloat.

Join Karen Dreager and I for the conclusion of our discussion about the Myers-Briggs personality types and how understanding them can help your homeschool run more smoothly. Karen shares scheduling and curriculum ideas, as well as insights into how to best encourage your child based on their personality type. So much helpful information!

Karen Draeger tells us how understanding your child's and your own personality throught the Myers-Briggs personality assessment can enhance your homeschooling (and parenting!) experience.

HST Elva Burlingham shares her passion for helping parents teach kids to write well. She explains what curriculum she's seen work with kids from all ages and stages.

Join me to gather some helpful tips and tricks to thinking through and preparing so you are ready for your school year!

Erin Emerson joins me to conclude our series about teaching your child to read.

Erin Emerson continues her conversation with me about teaching your child to read.

With Erin Emerson, talking about teaching your child to read. Today we talk about join sound and letters as a child takes their first steps into reading.

Erin Emerson joins me as we talk about teaching your child to read. Today we cover reading readiness and phonemic awareness.

Sara Greco joins me to introduce you to Sequoia Grove Charter Alliance.