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The Classical Academies Partnering With Parents
by The Classical Academies
Partnering With Parents is a podcast that provides valuable insights, practical tips, and inspiring stories. Hosted by a team of experienced educators and homeschooling parents, this podcast aims to empower parents to take on the primary educator role confidently. Whether you're a homeschooling family or simply looking to strengthen your involvement in your child's education, Partnering With Parents offers a wealth of resources and guidance. Each episode delves into various topics, ranging from curriculum choices and teaching methods to fostering a love for learning and creating a nurturing home environment.Join the Partnering With Parents community every other Tuesday and unlock the full potential of your role as a parent and educator. Let us guide and equip you with the tools you need to create a thriving learning environment at home, while building a strong foundation for your child's academic and personal development.
Episodes
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Episode 232: Protecting Kids in a Changing World
The world our children are growing up in is vastly different from the one we knew. Retired DEA Special Agent and substance abuse prevention expert Rocky Herron discusses the changing dangers of drugs, the importance of early prevention, and why no family is immune to these risks. Drawing on…
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Episode 231: Beyond the Four-Year Degree: Exploring High-Demand Career Pathways
What if a high-paying career didn’t require four years of college? Carissa Chavez from MiraCosta College’s Technology Career Institute shares the growing opportunities available through career education and workforce training. Moving beyond traditional trade school stereotypes, today’s programs...
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Episode 230: E-Bike Safety - Is Your Child E-Bike Ready
E-bikes are increasingly popular with students, but do young riders and their parents know the rules of the road? Sergeant Matt Ciremele of the Escondido Police Department shares what families need to know to keep young riders safe, including e-bike classifications, California laws, common riding...
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Episode 229: Rethinking Middle School: The Sora Experience
Sora is a project-based virtual program for students in grades 6-8 that reimagines online learning. Program lead Stephanie Brown shares how Sora combines live instruction, hands-on projects, and a supportive community to create an engaging middle school experience. Learn what a typical day looks...
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Episode 228: A Fresh Start to a New Year
A new school year brings new routines, new expectations, and a fresh start for students and families. Licensed marriage and family therapist Kara Kohnen shares practical ways parents can help children begin the year feeling confident, supported, and emotionally prepared. From establishing healthy...
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Episode 227: Small Shifts, Big Impact: A JumpStart Preview with Keynote Speaker Lyndsay Morris
How can understanding the brain transform the way we parent and teach? Lindsay Morris is the author of Teach the Brain, Change the World, founder of Generation Wellness, and keynote speaker for this year’s JumpStart Parent Education Conference. She shares how brain-based strategies can strengthen...
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Episode 226: The Organized Family: Simple Digital Systems for a More Connected Home
Drawing on years of experience helping clients simplify their technology, Shawn Lemon, founder of The Digital Organizer, shares practical strategies for reducing digital clutter and creating a more organized family life. He offers easy-to-implement tips for managing email, organizing digital...
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Episode 225: Rebroadcast: Homeschooling as a Working Parent
Rebroadcast of episode 184, Homeschooling as a Working Parent. Originally released December 31, 2024. Balancing a career and homeschooling might seem impossible, but teachers Julie Enzminger and Desirae Heath prove that it can be done successfully with the right strategies. They share how they...
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Episode 224: Rebroadcast: Building Strong Special Education Parent Partnerships
Rebroadcast of episode 188, Building Strong Special Education Parent Partnerships. Originally released February 25, 2025. The Classical Academies is committed to supporting students with special needs through flexible, personalized special education programs. Program Specialist Regina Darling...
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Episode 223: The Screen Time Trap: How Families Can Take Back Childhood This Summer
In this special 30-minute episode of the Partnering with Parents podcast, Melanie Hempe, founder of ScreenStrong, explains how excessive screen use affects children's developing brains. Drawing on years of research and experience, Hempe explains why young brains are especially vulnerable to…
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Episode 222: Small Shifts, Big Impact: A JumpStart Preview with Keynote Speaker Lyndsay Morris
How can understanding the brain transform the way we parent and teach? Lindsay Morris is the author of Teach the Brain, Change the World, founder of Generation Wellness, and keynote speaker for this year’s JumpStart Parent Education Conference. She shares how brain-based strategies can strengthen...
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Episode 221: Raising Independent Teens Without Overstepping
As students transition from middle school to the more independent environment of high school, they need to learn to manage responsibilities and solve problems on their own. While parents naturally want to help their children succeed, stepping in too quickly can prevent students from developing...
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Episode 220: Writing Across the Curriculum
What if writing weren't a separate subject, but the foundation for all learning? Julie Walker from the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) unpacks the power of "writing across the curriculum", an approach that moves beyond isolated grammar instruction and weaves writing into every subject.…
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Episode 219: From Freshman Year to Acceptance: Planning the College Application Journey
Michael Craig, founder of Classic Test Prep, maps out a strategic plan for the application process. Walking year by year from freshman foundations to senior-year decisions, Michael shares how early financial planning, academic consistency, and thoughtful preparation can transform the college...
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Episode 218: Raising Re-Imagineers
Elena Czarnowski, founder of Kids Laboratories, is helping children become “re-imagineers”, creative problem-solvers equipped to improve the world around them. She shares how identity-based parenting, rooted in values and effort, can shape behavior and build confidence. Through STEM, AI, and a...
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Episode 217: Educating Exceptional Children
Students labeled as “exceptional” often navigate unique learning challenges, both visible and invisible. Whether a child is managing dyslexia, ADHD, twice-exceptionality, or advanced giftedness, their needs deserve thoughtful, individualized support. In this episode, educational consultant…
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Episode 216: Super STEM Saturday Sponsor Spotlight – Bristol-Myers Squibb
Early STEM experiences impact the innovators of tomorrow. Mike Sherman of Bristol-Myers Squibb shares how the company champions community engagement through events like Super STEM Saturday, offering students across San Diego hands-on science activities and access to diverse role models. From lab...
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Episode 215: Super STEM Saturday Sponsor Spotlight – ASML
Join us for a Super STEM Saturday mini episode! ASML’s Program Manager of Society & Community Engagement, Misti Benson, joins the conversation to share how one of the world’s most influential semiconductor companies helps power modern life. Through initiatives like Super STEM Saturday, Misti and...
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Episode 214: Executive Functioning Skills and Social-Emotional Learning for Students
Executive functioning and social-emotional learning are foundational skills that can be intentionally taught and strengthened, continuing to develop well into a person’s mid-20s. E3 Consulting’s Academic Specialists, Alethea Goodyear and Chloe Melvin, advocate for a supportive, proactive…
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Episode 213: The Science of Reading
The Science of Reading is a research-backed approach grounded in decades of neuroscience and psychology. English, Language, and Development Literacy Coordinator Jessica Hackenson explains that reading must be intentionally taught through clear, explicit instruction in foundational areas such as...
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Episode 212: Before It’s Too Late: Spotting the Signs of Exploitation
Content Warning: This episode contains sensitive discussions regarding online child exploitation, grooming, and sextortion. While the goal of this conversation is to provide parents with protective tools and strategies, the subject matter may be distressing or triggering for some listeners....
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Episode 211: Every Path Matters: Serving Students with Special Needs
Pathfinders' Special Education program is dedicated to supporting students with significant special education needs academically, socially, and personally. Leah Moores, a Pathfinders' Special Education Teacher, explains how the program goes beyond traditional models by combining highly…
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Episode 210: What the Purple Heart Means for Military Families
Coastal Academy received the Purple Star designation awarded by the California Department of Education in 2025. School counselor and military liaison, Lisa Taylor, shares what this means for military families. She explains the unique challenges military-connected students face, including frequent...
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Episode 209: What Teens Wish Their Parents Knew
Teens face many pressures today, from demanding schedules and social media stress to uncertainty about life after graduation. Two Classical Academy High School seniors share how balancing academics, activities, and relationships can lead to anxiety and burnout, often in ways parents don’t fully...
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Episode 208: Degrees without Debt
Discover proven, realistic ways to get a college degree with minimal or even zero student loan debt. From smart early planning and setting the right expectations to powerful cost-saving options like community college transfers, AP credits, and dual enrollment programs. Nicki Chase, Classical...
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Episode 207: Middle School Executive Functioning and the Role of the Parent-Teacher
Middle school marks a pivotal time as students transition from one primary teacher to several, face increasing academic expectations, and start seeking greater independence. It’s also a season when parents shift from manager to coach, learning to balance autonomy with meaningful guidance. Dawn...
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Episode 206: Motivate Your Kids Around the Kitchen Table
Coastal Academy teachers Marie Orr and Nicole Hernandez explore practical strategies for motivating children in a homeschool setting. They discuss how routines, designated learning spaces, and consistent cues can help students transition smoothly into a learning mindset. They also share how to…
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Episode 205: The Accommodation Journey: Thriving Not Just Surviving
The Classical Academies’ Transition Partnership Program (TPP) helps students with special needs transition from high school to adulthood by supporting them as they explore employment, continuing education, and independent living. TPP Specialist Melissa Hilbig and Instructor Deb Kissner share how...
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Episode 204: Integrating AI into Early Learning
Math educator and AI pioneer, Professor Ved, explores how artificial intelligence can support early learning without replacing the human touch. He unpacks the power of math education in building confidence and problem-solving skills, and introduces the concept of a “super growth engine” fueled by...
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Episode 203: Educating Your Neurodivergent Child
Dr. Thomas Armstrong, Executive Director of the American Institute for Learning and Human Development, discusses the importance of supporting neurodivergent children. Dr. Armstrong shares how viewing neurodiversity as a strength, much like biodiversity or cultural diversity, can help parents...
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Episode 202: Cultivating Attentiveness & Contemplation
Andrew Pudewa, founder of the Institute for Excellence in Writing, shares how families can nurture attentiveness and contemplation in children despite today’s digital distractions. He offers practical insights on how activities such as reading physical books, practicing cursive, spending time...
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Episode 201: Starting the Year Strong with a Mindset Shift
Julia Nicholson, former CEO and author, shares her journey of overcoming adversity and how the power of perspective builds resilience. She reminds us that growth comes from taking the next step, not striving for perfection, and highlights the importance of focusing on what we have rather than…
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Episode 200: The Listening Path: Raising Better Listeners at Home and in the Classroom
Effective listening isn’t an innate talent—it’s a skill that takes focus, training, and a shared language. Christine Miles, founder of The Listening Path, reveals how intentional listening can transform relationships at home, in the workplace, and in the classroom. Drawing from her journey, she...
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Episode 199: Resilience and Character in Kids with Dr. Michele Borba
Dr. Michele Borba is an author, international speaker, and educational psychologist who teaches parents and educators to nurture resilience and build character in children. She emphasizes that resilience isn’t innate; it’s a skill that can and should be taught before adversity strikes. Dr. Borba...
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Episode 198: Screen Time and Speech Development
How much is too much? With children averaging nearly three hours of screen time daily, and teens even more, language development and social skills can be impacted. Lead Speech-Language Pathologist Katherine Cameron shares key developmental milestones, practical strategies, and tips for creating...
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Episode 197: Rebroadcast: Homeschooling as a Working Parent
Rebroadcast of episode 184, Homeschooling as a Working Parent. Originally released December 31, 2024. Balancing a career and homeschooling might seem impossible, but teachers Julie Enzminger and Desirae Heath prove that it can be done successfully with the right strategies. They share how they...
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Episode 196: Reimagining Middle School: A Conversation with Sora Co-Founder Garrett Smiley
The Classical Academies is excited to launch a new virtual middle school program this fall in partnership with Sora. Garrett Smiley, CEO and co-founder of Sora, shares how the program blends project-based learning, real-world problem-solving, and mastery-based assessment to create an engaging and...
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Episode 195: The Art of Musical Theater
The Classical Academies have been offering musical theater opportunities for students for more than 24 years, creating space for creativity, confidence, and character to shine. Classical Academy Middle School Theater Director Kara Howard shares the lasting impact of theater on student growth. She...
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Episode 194: The Power of Music Education
Music education builds confidence, resilience, emotional maturity, and teamwork. Band Director Sam Roberson shares how music goes far beyond notes and instruments, offering students real-world skills that prepare them for life. From his early days as a punk rock guitarist to leading the music...
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Episode 193: From Engineering to Education: Classical Academy High School Robotics
David Bower teaches physics, engineering, and robotics at Classical Academy High School, where his passion for problem-solving and innovation fuels a student-led robotics program unlike any other. Through hands-on projects like game-playing robots, students gain technical expertise and essential...
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Episode 192: Fueling Minds: The Role of Nutrition in Academic Success
Pediatrician Dr. Akash Rajaratnam explores the critical link between nutrition and academic success in children. With 1 in 5 kids in the U.S. affected by childhood obesity, he sheds light on how ultra-processed foods can lead to nutrient deficiencies, reduced focus, and behavioral challenges in…
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Episode 191: The Transformative Power of Art
Classical Academy Art Teacher Cathy Hamilton shares her inspiring journey in art education, which was deeply influenced by her experience as a mother to a daughter with disabilities. She explains how creativity empowers students through self-expression, confidence, and connection, reaching beyond...
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Episode 190: Growing Minds: The Educational and Life Benefits of Gardening
Gardening provides children with hands-on experiences that teach responsibility, resilience, and environmental awareness. Kimberly Tomlinson, Director of Education at Coastal Roots Farm, explores how gardening also enhances skills in math, reading, and problem-solving, along with social skills…
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Episode 189: Cultivating Community in Our Virtual Learning Program
The Classical Academies' Virtual Learning Program offers a flexible and engaging educational experience for students in grades 1-8. Virtual Teacher Stephanie Brown shares how the program combines interactive lessons, hands-on activities, and meaningful social connections to bring learning to…
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Episode 188: Building Strong Special Education Parent Partnerships
The Classical Academies is committed to supporting students with special needs through flexible, personalized special education programs. Program Specialist Regina Darling shares insights on creating collaboration between families and educators, addressing key challenges such as navigating the...
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Episode 187: Prioritizing Self-Care with Dr. Robyn Koslowitz
Self-care is more than just a break, it’s a way to reconnect with yourself and show up as your best self for your family. Dr. Robyn Koslowitz, a psychologist specializing in post-traumatic parenting, explores the role of self-care in building resilience and preventing burnout. She emphasizes the...
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Episode 186: Giving Your Kids Superpowers
Educational psychologist Dr. Michelle Borba shares practical strategies to help parents nurture resilience in their children by developing key character traits like self-confidence, empathy, self-control, integrity, curiosity, perseverance, and optimism. From encouraging hobbies and teaching...
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Episode 185: The Seven Habits of Healthy Families
Stephen Covey’s Seven Habits of Highly Effective Families offers practical tools to help parents be intentional in family life. Charlene Smith, Executive Director of Educational Services, emphasizes how aligning family decisions with shared values strengthens connections. She also highlights the...
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Episode 184: Homeschooling as a Working Parent
Balancing a career and homeschooling might seem impossible, but teachers Julie Enzminger and Desirae Heath prove that it can be done successfully with the right strategies. They share how they manage professional commitments and offer practical tips for effective time management, establishing...
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Episode 183: Raising Our Kids to Be Healthy, Sovereign, and Whole
Parenting during the preteen and teenage years often involves navigating the natural individuation process as children strive for independence. In this episode, leadership coach and author Keith Merron, founder of Leadership Pathways, explores the concept of sovereignty in personal development…
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Partnering With Parents is a podcast that provides valuable insights, practical tips, and inspiring stories. Hosted by a team of experienced educators and homeschooling parents, this podcast aims to empower parents to take on the primary educator role confidently. Whether you're a homeschooling family or simply looking to strengthen your involvement in your child's education, Partnering With Parents offers a wealth of resources and guidance. Each episode delves into various topics, ranging from curriculum choices and teaching methods to fostering a love for learning and creating a nurturing home environment.Join the Partnering With Parents community every other Tuesday and unlock the full potential of your role as a parent and educator. Let us guide and equip you with the tools you need to create a thriving learning environment at home, while building a strong foundation for your child's academic and personal development.
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