The Classical Academies Partnering With Parents
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.
- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 105
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
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 …
00:18:34 |
Tue 26 Aug 2025
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 transf…
00:48:38 |
Tue 12 Aug 2025
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 resili…
00:17:00 |
Tue 29 Jul 2025
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 Ka…
00:19:26 |
Tue 15 Jul 2025
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 Desir…
00:25:08 |
Tue 01 Jul 2025
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-…
00:29:07 |
Tue 17 Jun 2025
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 Midd…
00:32:06 |
Tue 03 Jun 2025
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…
00:28:47 |
Tue 20 May 2025
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. Th…
00:23:37 |
Tue 06 May 2025
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 ultr…
00:21:22 |
Tue 22 Apr 2025
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…
00:21:54 |
Tue 08 Apr 2025
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…
00:17:33 |
Tue 25 Mar 2025
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 int…
00:17:18 |
Tue 11 Mar 2025
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…
00:22:05 |
Tue 25 Feb 2025
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,…
00:24:49 |
Tue 11 Feb 2025
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-con…
00:36:20 |
Tue 28 Jan 2025
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 …
00:19:09 |
Tue 14 Jan 2025
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…
00:25:08 |
Tue 31 Dec 2024
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 Merr…
00:27:05 |
Tue 17 Dec 2024
Episode 182: Is It Normal? Understanding Teen Mental Health
Amy Saloner is a licensed clinical social worker and functional nutritional therapy practitioner who shares the complexities of teen mental health. She helps differentiate between normal emotional ex…
00:27:57 |
Tue 03 Dec 2024
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