Maybe you've seen an Outschool ad or heard about it but you've never actually signed your kid up. OR maybe your family loves Outschool. Either way, this episode is for you! Jennifer McQueen talks about her homeschooling journey and how Outschool has transformed her family's life.

• Hear Jennifer's tricks for scheduling and keeping track of Outschool classes
• Listen as Jennifer shares how she picks Outschool courses for her learners

Teachers and parents will benefit from Jennifer's perspective on the future of online learning, including Outschool.

Are you wondering when you should sign your child up for an online foreign language course? Curious how the heck virtual instruction works for Spanish, French or Chinese? Want to know how to find a reputable program with reliable, effective instruction? Listen to Summer Osborn review her program, Global Goose Languages, and determine if it's a good fit for your family! 

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/GlobalGooseLanguages
Recommended Resources: https://www.globalgooselanguages.com/post/free-online-sites-for-language-learning

Whether you want help with one aspect of your homeschooling journey or you want help designing a dream homeschooling program for your son or daughter, Ashley Sarver from Eclipse Academy has an option for you. Listen in as Ashley describes their custom academic programs that include experienced faculty members with brainpower, empathy, intuition and patience.

Check out Ashley's links for Eclipse Academy:
https://www.eclipseacademy.com/custom-homeschool

https://www.linkedin.com/company/eclipse-academy/

https://twitter.com/AcademyEclipse

https://www.instagram.com/eclipsetheschool/

https://www.facebook.com/eclipsetheschool

Listen in as we discuss online Music, Art, PE and STEM Education with Rachel from The Hands-On Homeschool Virtual Co-Op- be prepared to hear about truly hands-on learning opportunities! Skeptical about virtual music or art lessons? This episode will change your mind as Rachel describes how music and art can come to life in online lessons!

Check out all Rachel's links....
https://thehandsonhomeschool.com

Instagram.com/thehandsonhomeschool.com

Facebook.com/thehandsonhomeschool

Private lessons-

Facebook.com/rachelfiggmusicstudio

Music Studio of Rachel Figg
Music Lessons & Instruction School

Listen in for the ride with The Traveling Teach- learn what a "Virtual Field Trip" class is on Outschool and why Shae's instruction is truly unique (spoiler alert, she's truly a traveling teacher). Whether you are an Outschool veteran or a homeschooling parent looking to try a class for the first time, her engaging classes are worth your chidren's time. Shae describes why she started teaching online and what makes her classes fun AND educational.

BONUS- she is starting her own podcast just for teens (adults and younger kids will enjoy it as well)- same theme, The Traveling Teach.
IG @the.traveling.teach
FB www.facebook.com/thetravelingteach
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaKbcYe8UcERZ0JHPTGDrJA
Website: thetravelingteach.com - This will link you to her new podcast!
Truffles IG @trufflestravelsus (yep, she has an adorable dog who is on the road with her)

Wondering if you need a formal writing class for your homeschooler? In less than an hour, discover the benefits of an online writing curriculum with an expert instructor. Eva Goldstein-Meola from Open Tent Academy guides us through the steps of learning to write for homeschoolers- it's never too late to start! She also discusses the other offerings from Open Tent Academy (spoiler alert- there's something for every child, no matter their age and interest).
Between now and March 14, use code EARLYBIRD to save 20% on all classes!
https://www.opententacademy.com
https://www.facebook.com/opententacademy

Talking to Carly about a website she has developed that is dedicated to centering young voices....Inspire creativity in your child via the Virtual School Paper- what an amazing project Carly Filewich is hosting. Kids from all over the globe can participate via submitting drawings, poems, and other pieces of writing. Make sure to share www.virtualschoolpaper.com with your kids today - then be sure to encourage them to design something to submit! Seeing their hard work in print (online) will be motivating and fun.
www.virtualschoolpaper.com
https://www.facebook.com/virtualschoolpaper
https://www.instagram.com/virtual.school.paper/

You can't miss this interview with Joe Yeager if you are a parent and want to keep your kid safe online. Spoiler Alert: Just keeping devices or apps away is not the answer. Joe provides us advice on preventing and managing cyberbullying, teaching kids about digital footprints, digital self-harm and more. Joe is founder of Safety Net of PA and has a mission to keep us all safe on the Internet. If you are a homeschooling or online schooling parent, you will find a wealth of knowledge in less than a half hour.

Facebook Page: 
https://www.facebook.com/SafetyNetofPA/

Outschool Link:
https://outschool.com/teachers/Joseph-M-Yeager?usid=upkxiHbH&signup=true&authTrigger=follow_teacher&follow=true&utm_campaign=share_leader_link

Safety Net of PA: https://www.josephmyeager.net/safety-net-of-pa-llc
Twitter: https://twitter.com/safetynetofpa?lang=en

Book Recommendation from Joe: Shame Nation

Hear what it's like to be homeschooled for the first time from my 10-year-old. She shares some of her favorite online classes and her tips for new homeschoolers or online homeschoolers. We talk about the classes she is taking at Open Tent Academy and Outschool. She also shares a few of her favorites including the Prodigy app for math, the Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls podcast and the website www.wordart.com.

Confused or overwhelmed by the NCAA and homeschooling process? Listen as we interview expert Susan Hefner from Excelsior Classes- she knows the ins and outs of the process and will help you navigate the steps to approval. Learn how to write up core curriculum worksheets, understand the difference between non-traditional and traditional classes, and find out when to complete each step. She even explains how Excelsior provides advising for families who want that extra help. Get all your questions answered about online classes, homeschooling, and the NCAA.

Excelsior Classes: https://excelsiorclasses.com/
https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/
Checklist: http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Student_Resources/Registration_Checklist.pdf
Search for approved courses: https://web3.ncaa.org/hsportal/exec/hsAction?hsActionSubmit=searchHighSchool.
Homeschool Tool Kit for NCAA: http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Student_Resources/Home_School_Toolkit_for_Public.pdf