Everyday Educator

Homeschooling Neurodivergent Students: From Struggle to Success


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What if the learning challenge that terrifies you most could become your greatest gift as a homeschooling parent? Join host Lisa Bailey in this heartfelt conversation with veteran homeschool moms Karin Carpenter and Courtney Bradshaw as they share their journeys educating children with dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning differences.

In this honest and encouraging episode, you'll discover:

  • Early warning signs of learning challenges (including surprising indicators like eye rubbing and trouble with stairs)
  • Practical accommodations that worked in real classical homeschool families
  • Why labeling a child's diagnosis too early—or too late—can both have consequences
  • How sensory input, movement, and alternative learning methods benefit ALL learners, not just those with diagnosed differences
  • The surprising ways learning challenges deepened these mothers' faith and revealed their own pride
  • Why home education may be the ideal environment for neurodivergent learners
  • Real stories of children with dyslexia earning master's degrees and heading to law school

Karin and Courtney offer practical wisdom without sugar-coating the struggles, reminding us that our children are not their diagnoses. Through tears, prayer, and persistence, these moms learned to become students of their own children—and in the process, the Lord transformed their hearts.

This episode of Everyday Educator is sponsored by:

Judson College

At Judson College, North Carolina's only four-year accredited confessional Christian institution, we equip passionate students with over 25 majors and exceptional faculty to pursue God's calling in ministry, missions, or the workplace. Experience vibrant community through our unique House System while receiving comprehensive scholarships and special SBC church member discounts to make your divine calling affordable.

Ready to answer your calling? Apply to Judson College today and step into God's plan for your life. https://judsoncollege.com/distinctives/

CC Graduate Certificate in Classical Studies

Classical Conversations is excited to announce the launch of our new accredited Graduate Certificate in Classical Studies, a 12-credit hour program designed specifically for homeschooling parents who want to deepen their understanding of classical Christian education. This graduate certificate program provides academic recognition for your dedication to classical learning while offering a pathway to advanced study through our partnership with Southeastern University.

Register today to secure your spot in this transformative educational experience. https://ics.regfox.com/ma-certificate

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