Season 2- Episode 50

On this episode, teacher, Ruth, shares the importance of making learning fun, the need to be able to effectively communicate an idea, her catalog of books, the long-term effects of social media, the value in trusting your kids, some of the life skills we should focus on building up in our kids, and ensuring that kids put more focus on the solution than the problem.

http://www.artbyruth.com/

Award-winning artist and author Ruth A. Douthitt has been drawing and writing since an early age. An Arizona native, she first was inspired by her fourth grade teacher to learn more about the fine arts and to make it her life's endeavor. Later, her high school English teacher entered her poetry into a contest that she won. Her art teacher gave her many challenging class assignments that helped her win two scholarships to study art in college.

She has had a one-woman show in New Bern, North Carolina where she and her husband were stationed with the USMC. It was there that Ruth developed a love of wildlife art and drawing animals. She did "pet portraits" while working at Ballantyne Framing & Art. She also was able to sell her watercolors there as well. Back in Arizona, she began painting portraits of children. First she started painting friend's kids and pets, but that grew into a business. Her commissions increased thanks to positive "word of mouth" reviews from clients.

Her clients range from Police officers, lawyers, and Superior court Judges to stay-at-home moms and grandmothers: all wanting realistic portraits of their beloved children or grandchildren. It was around this time that Ruth drafted a story she had in mind ever since her time in North Carolina...a story about dragons.

She completed her B.A. in Visual Arts from ASU and a Masters degree in Education from University of Phoenix. Ruth has taught art at Glendale Community College and is a member of the Arizona Watercolor Association. She finally had her first book published in 2011, "The Dragon Forest." Since then, she has had several more books released, including the 2017 Moonbeam Children's Book Award Bronze Medal award-winning "The Children" series. As an award-winning author of books for middle grade readers, Ruth decided to blend her art and her writing. She has illustrated many books: "The White Wolf," "Dragon Games," "Dragon Riders," and "The Road to Home." In 2023, she released her first coloring book! She plans on releasing many more...And, finally after 34 years in the making, she released her first picture book, "Peter and the Dragon Forest," with illustrations by her husband.

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Homeschool Yo Kids Podcast shares organic conversations that promote confidence, a growth mindset, and are filled with inspiration and good energy. Sharing stories from the classroom, their home learning journey, and other reflections and life experiences, come grow and learn with Jae.

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Jae is a former public-school teacher, now homeschooling her 2 little people. She is the founder of the 501c3 nonprofit Homeschool Yo Kids Organization. Join Jae as she chats with homeschool families, homeschool resource providers, and others that support the homeschool community on this journey of 'reimagining what learning looks like'.

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Season 2- Episode 49

On this episode, Principal, Dr. Randall, shares his journey through the education system, why he decided to stop "fighting" the system, the many opportunities available at Pathways Early College Academy, the importance of small class sizes, the need for a new public school model, and the need for representation for all in educational spaces.

https://www.peca.org/ Randall.Hoggard@peca.org

Dr. Randall Hoggard holds a Doctorate in Education Administration from Argosy University and has over 17 years of experience working in schools from 6th grade through college. During his involvement in the various school environments he has always focused on educational opportunities for all children by addressing normal barriers to success. His experience covers a wide range of school formats - online, 1 to 1 instruction, classroom based, hybrid and other alternative methods.

Homeschool Yo Kids Podcast shares organic conversations that promote confidence, a growth mindset, and are filled with inspiration and good energy. Sharing stories from the classroom, their home learning journey, and other reflections and life experiences, come grow and learn with Jae.

Homeschool Yo Kids Organization is a 501c3 nonprofit that provides families with tools to aid unconventional learning experiences, helping to create a positive home learning environment. In addition to this, we are missioned to help families in traditional schools build a healthy collaborative relationship between the school and home.

Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/

Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast

Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo Kids

Jae is a former public-school teacher, now homeschooling her 2 little people. She is the founder of the 501c3 nonprofit Homeschool Yo Kids Organization. Join Jae as she chats with homeschool families, homeschool resource providers, and others that support the homeschool community on this journey of 'reimagining what learning looks like'.

Introduction Song- ChrisNTeeb -Expect- Manifestation 2*⁠⁠⁠⁠‎The Manifestation 2 by Chris-n-Teeb on Apple Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Manifestation 2 - Album by Chris-n-Teeb | Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠chrisnteeb.com⁠

Season 2- Episode 48

On this episode, multi-business owner, Homeschool Mom, Keisha, shares her classroom experiences, the importance of finding your tribe, the steps she took to start her co-op, her daily homeschool schedule, homeschooling while single, her various businesses, and the importance of ensuring that parents take time for themselves.

www.ccpatchworks.com

www.curriculumagent.com

Keisha is a Mother, owner of CC PatchWorks, LLC. providing Systems and Processes Consulting Services; Co-Founder of Curriculum Agents who build customized curriculum that curates meaningful learning experiences with an emphasis on parent-child interactions, social-emotional learning and wellness; an Educator specializing in Early Childhood Development and an aspiring writer. With over 15 years in the Education sector, she has evolved beyond her love for solely serving young children to providing support to those who directly support our children.

Keisha holds a bachelor’s degree in Family & Child Studies; a master’s degree in educational management; and several certifications that aid her focus in human development and social emotional learning. She presently works as CDA Course Facilitator for adult learners pursuing their associate's degree in child development.

Keisha enjoys listening to music, writing, reading, prioritizing her wellness and is passionate about exploring an experiential homeschool journey with her son.

Homeschool Yo Kids Podcast shares organic conversations that promote confidence, a growth mindset, and are filled with inspiration and good energy. Sharing stories from the classroom, their home learning journey, and other reflections and life experiences, come grow and learn with Jae.

Homeschool Yo Kids Organization is a 501c3 nonprofit that provides families with tools to aid unconventional learning experiences, helping to create a positive home learning environment. In addition to this, we are missioned to help families in traditional schools build a healthy collaborative relationship between the school and home.

Visit our website!! https://www.homeschoolyokidsexpo.com/

Follow us on IG:@homeschoolyokids @homeschoolyokidspodcast

Join our FB Group: Homeschool Yo Kids

Jae is a former public-school teacher, now homeschooling her 2 little people. She is the founder of the 501c3 nonprofit Homeschool Yo Kids Organization. Join Jae as she chats with homeschool families, homeschool resource providers, and others that support the homeschool community on this journey of 'reimagining what learning looks like'.

Introduction Song- ChrisNTeeb -Expect- Manifestation 2*⁠⁠⁠⁠‎The Manifestation 2 by Chris-n-Teeb on Apple Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Manifestation 2 - Album by Chris-n-Teeb | Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠chrisnteeb.com⁠