Dr. Galey Colosimo is a seasoned educator who has been the founding principal of Juan Diego High School in Salt Lake City since 1999. With years of experience in Utah's private school market, Dr. Colosimo has seen both good times and rough times and has guided Juan Diego through them all.

In addition to leading Juan Diego, Dr. Colosimo also serves as the director of the Utah Private Schools Association, which advocates for school choice policies in Utah's legislature. The association represents 35 schools with over 25,000 students and works to ensure that parents have the freedom to choose the education that best fits their child's needs.

Dr. Colosimo's leadership has been instrumental in the success of Juan Diego High School and the Utah Private Schools Association.

#privateschool #educationchoice #schoolchoice

Autism and ADHD are a superpower? That is what Dr. Dallin Richardson shows us in this latest episode.

What would education be like if your child’s passion was a focus at school? Now what if your child had Autism or ADD? Wouldn’t a focus on their passion make school easier?

That is happening at BreakOut School, a unique outdoor educational program that successfully integrates hands-on approaches with experiential learning to help heroes (aka students) develop critical thinking, creativity, and innovation.

Founded by Dr. Dallin Richardson in 2019, a doctor of pharmacology, who had his own unique educational journey driven by his passion for languages and the natural world. During his work as a pharmacist, Dr. Richardson developed a curiosity for ADD and Autism, leading him to create BreakOut School, aiming to improve education for students with these conditions.

https://www.breakoutschool.org/

#homeschool #microschool #parents #disability #specialeducation

Social anxiety, general anxiety, OCD and trauma. How do these mental health disorders affect a student's ability to learn?

We find that out during our conversation with Paul Peterson.

When Paul was 13 years old, he knew he wanted to help others. He came up with the idea of opening a treatment center and providing the best treatment everyone in the world had ever received. 

Paul attended BYU receiving his bachelor’s degree in psychology and later received his Master’s in Social Work from the University of Utah. Thus began his journey in behavioral health. 

Through various work experiences, Paul stumbled upon the treatment of OCD and Anxiety. He was fortunate to have the opportunity to specialize in the treatment. With such a successful treatment, he went to work opening The OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center with several brilliant people. 

The OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center has expanded since their humble opening in 2015. They currently have 3 locations, are working on a fourth, and don’t plan to stop there. 

He says, “It has been an exciting journey.”

They are achieving one of the highest reductions of symptoms in the world. His childhood dream of providing the best treatment in the world has become a reality.

https://www.theocdandanxietytreatmentcenter.com

#homeschool #education #learning #school #microschool

Social anxiety, general anxiety, OCD and trauma. How do these mental health disorders affect a student's ability to learn?

We find that out during our conversation with Paul Peterson.

When Paul was 13 years old, he knew he wanted to help others. He came up with the idea of opening a treatment center and providing the best treatment everyone in the world had ever received. 

Paul attended BYU receiving his bachelor’s degree in psychology and later received his Master’s in Social Work from the University of Utah. Thus began his journey in behavioral health. 

Through various work experiences, Paul stumbled upon the treatment of OCD and Anxiety. He was fortunate to have the opportunity to specialize in the treatment. With such a successful treatment, he went to work opening The OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center with several brilliant people. 

The OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center has expanded since their humble opening in 2015. They currently have 3 locations, are working on a fourth, and don’t plan to stop there. 

He says, “It has been an exciting journey.”

They are achieving one of the highest reductions of symptoms in the world. His childhood dream of providing the best treatment in the world has become a reality.

https://www.theocdandanxietytreatmentcenter.com

#homeschool #education #learning #school #microschool

What is a classical education and how can Classical Conversations support it?

We find out in this episode with ElizaBeth Vandegrift.

ElizaBeth Vandegrift is a veteran practitioner of classical Christian home education. Having successfully educated her four children in the classical model over the past 20 years, and led Classical Conversations communities for eight years, ElizaBeth shares her insights on the joys and benefits of learning classically alongside her children. She also discusses her background in public high school and liberal arts college, and her current pursuit of a master's degree in the Pedagogy of Classical Education.

This episode is perfect for anyone interested in learning more about classical education, or seeking inspiration for their own homeschooling journey.

Classical Conversations in Utah:

www.classicalconversations.com

www.classicalconversationsbooks.com
or contact [email protected]

Classical Conversations Practicum

https://ccpracticum.com/

Free parent equipping workshop for classical Christian education!

Layton June 2

Register here for details:

https://classicalconversations.com/events/?id=mzqx

Sandy, Utah July 15

https://classicalconversations.com/events/?id=WoaX

#homeschool #classicaleducation #education #learning

Kaity Broadbent is the chief empowerment officer and head of learning at Prenda. Prenda is a network of microschools designed to help students to be empowered in their own learning and thrive.

Prior to Prenda, Kaity was a Speech Language Pathologist in public schools and in medical settings. Over the last decade, she has focused on understanding the factors in student motivation and engagement. She has discovered the vital role that connection and relationship play in a student’s mental health AND learning. Those discoveries led to the educational practices that drive student empowerment and achievement at Prenda.

Over the years, she has developed curriculum, homeschooled, built schools, blogged, coached, and mothered her 4 amazing children. She is a certified Peaceful Parenting Coach and loves to help people understand the art AND science of empowering learners.

Kaity put all her skills together while moonlighting as Adventure Kait in Prenda’s literacy program Treasure Hunt Reading, a free online resource available to anyone with the internet.

https://treasurehunt.prenda.co/

Books mentioned during the episode

Punish by Reward by Alfie Kohn

Self Determination Theory by Richard M. Ryan and Edward L. Deci

#homeschool #parents #learning #microschool

White House Academy is a private school located in Vernal, Utah, that offers a unique approach to education.

The school was founded by Annaliese White, a former homeschooling mom with a degree in English literature and technical writing from Brigham Young University. Annaliese's passion for education led her to start a small religious-based private school that focuses on the principles of faith, freedom, and family.

The White House Academy's curriculum is carefully designed to provide a well-rounded education that combines traditional academic subjects with character development and spiritual growth. The school offers a low student-to-teacher ratio to ensure that each child receives individual attention.

The school's founder, Annaliese, has over 20 years of curriculum writing experience and is actively involved in developing children through education. Her grandfather was the founder of American Heritage School in American Fork, Utah, which gives her a strong foundation in the education field.

If you're looking for a private school that provides a holistic approach to education, the White House Academy might be the perfect fit for your child. With a focus on faith, freedom, and family, this school is committed to providing a supportive learning environment that helps students thrive academically, emotionally, and spiritually. To learn more about the White House Academy, visit their website at whitehouseacademy.us.

#homeschool #parents #microschool

White House Academy is a private school located in Vernal, Utah, that offers a unique approach to education.

The school was founded by Annaliese White, a former homeschooling mom with a degree in English literature and technical writing from Brigham Young University. Annaliese's passion for education led her to start a small religious-based private school that focuses on the principles of faith, freedom, and family.

The White House Academy's curriculum is carefully designed to provide a well-rounded education that combines traditional academic subjects with character development and spiritual growth. The school offers a low student-to-teacher ratio to ensure that each child receives individual attention.

The school's founder, Annaliese, has over 20 years of curriculum writing experience and is actively involved in developing children through education. Her grandfather was the founder of American Heritage School in American Fork, Utah, which gives her a strong foundation in the education field.

If you're looking for a private school that provides a holistic approach to education, the White House Academy might be the perfect fit for your child. With a focus on faith, freedom, and family, this school is committed to providing a supportive learning environment that helps students thrive academically, emotionally, and spiritually. To learn more about the White House Academy, visit their website at whitehouseacademy.us.

#homeschool #parents #microschool

School choice is becoming an increasingly popular topic in education. Having the ability to choose where to attend school can have a profound impact on academic success. School choice provides students with the opportunity to find an educational environment that best suits their needs, interests, and learning style.

Our guest this week is one such student who is benefiting from attending her school of choice. 

A key benefit of school choice is the ability to choose a school that specializes in a particular subject or teaching style. Our guest explains how this point has benefitted her education. 

School choice also offers the opportunity to escape a negative school environment. School choice ensures that students are not trapped in an environment that hinders their academic and personal growth.

This episode talks about the benefits of expanding school choice options which can create a more innovative educational system that supports the success of all students. By giving students the power to choose where they attend school, we can help them achieve their full academic potential.

#homeschool #education #parents

What do you do when you have a child who is reluctant to learn? It can be difficult to motivate the student and help them stay engaged. Kellee and Jon have experienced this. We don't have all the answers. But we have talked about a lot of new approaches to learning and education in previous episodes and these approaches give us hope.

Jon and Kellee discuss their journey to trying to find the right educational approach for their children.

The one thing we have learned is the need for flexibility. We have looked and reexamined our strategy to homeschool. 

Homeschooling a reluctant learner requires patience, creativity, and flexibility. By understanding the child's passions and interests, being flexible with the curriculum, and creating a positive and encouraging learning environment, You and I can help their reluctant learner achieve academic success.

#homeschool #education #learning