24. Blending Learning & Life: Exploring Alternative Learning with Dr. Traci Scheepstra

Join us for a captivating conversation with Dr. Traci Scheepstra, a seasoned educator and passionate advocate for holistic learning. Dr. Scheepstra's journey in education spans over three decades, including teaching across various educational settings, and more recently founding an alternative learning school, Walnut Forest Academy.   In this episode, we uncover a treasure trove of insights and perspectives on reimagining education and empowering children's learning journeys. We delve into the concept of alternative learning, exploring the potential of learning pods and STEM education within nature. We discuss everything from class sizes, school hours, and flexible learning environments that foster a child's innate creativity and well-being, championing a learning environment that cultivates growth, curiosity, and joy for our children.   From discussing the benefits of alternative learning to delving into Traci's other businesses like theLOVEproject365, this episode will ignite your passion for education and nurture your understanding of creating integrated and sustainable family lives. Join us as we delve into Dr. Traci Scheepstra's wealth of wisdom and celebrate the infinite potential of each child's learning path. Episode Reference Walnut Forest Academy Connect with Traci Instagram @theloveproject365_ @walnutforestacademy @embodiedlearnings Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Dr.TraciScheepstra https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090768610260 https://www.facebook.com/EmbodiedLearnings Websites www.theloveproject365.com www.walnutforestacademy.com www.embodiedlearnings.com @brittanymillersocials⁠⁠⁠ on IG ⁠⁠⁠https://www.brittanymillersocials.ca/⁠⁠ Give us a follow if you're ready to take life from good to great, you'll be the first to know when we share more about motherhood and business. If it really resonated, the kids and I would do a happy dance if you left us a review 💗 ~ Brittany 00:00 Intro 3:47 What you want to be when you grow up 5:10 Introducing Walnut Forest Academy 8:40 Teaching STEM in nature 11:00 The impact of class sizes 11:30 Alternative learning in Canada 13:20 Deciding to homeschool 15:34 Getting ready to transition into school 20:20 How to make a decision about schooling options 23:10 School hours 26:20 Learning environments and their impact on education 31:30 The Love Project 365 41:00 What to consider when committing to a project 47:40 The importance of investing in yourself 49:00 Learning from failure 56:00 Wrap up