The Thing About School

The Thing About School

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The Thing About School episodes

  • 041: 3 Reasons Parents are Frustrated with the School System

    In this episode, we share:

    • Real-life parent concerns about how the traditional school system is structured
    • The power of fostering relationships between teachers and students
    • How online learning takes a more individualized approach to these issues

    If you aren't sure if online learning is a good fit for you, you can schedule a FREE consultation call to talk with our team: www.mountainpointacademy.com/letschat

    35 min
  • 040: Gratitude Mindset

    In this episode, we share:

    • The power and benefits of gratitude
    • How you can practice it in your own life
    • Our own personal experiences with gratitude

    How do you show/practice gratitude in your own life? Share your stories with us!

    Let us know what you think of this episode! Be sure to leave a review on iTunes or wherever you listen. And if you aren't sure if online is a good fit for you, you can set up a FREE consultation call here: www.mountainpointacademy.com/letschat

    21 min
  • 039: Adjusting New Year's Resolutions

    In this episode, we share:

    • Determining your connection to your resolution
    • Ways to revise and recommit to your resolution
    • How to give yourself grace with your progress

    Share in the comments how your New Year's Resolution is coming along and if you've had to make any adjustments to them!

    Let us know what you think of this episode! Be sure to leave a review on iTunes or wherever you listen. And if you aren't sure if online is a good fit for you, you can set up a FREE consultation call here: www.mountainpointacademy.com/letschat

    14 min
  • 038: Write a Rockin' Resume

    In this episode, we share:

    • Effective resume writing tools
    • The importance of keeping your resume relevant
    • Tailoring your resume to the industry you are seeking

    To review the resources we shared, you can check them out here:

    indeed.com

    goalsandachievements.com

    Make My Resume Guide

    If you'd like to find out what your career aptitudes are, give us a call to enroll today!

    (801) 653-9649

    Let us know what you think of this episode! Be sure to leave a review on iTunes or wherever you listen. And if you aren't sure if online is a good fit for you, you can set up a FREE consultation call here: www.mountainpointacademy.com/letschat

    31 min
  • 037: End the Stigma- Mental Health Awareness

    In this episode, we share:

    • Mental health statistics for adolescents
    • The importance of mental health awareness
    • How to recognize when someone might be struggling

    If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, here are some resources:

    QPR Training

    Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

    mentalhealth.gov

    If someone is in immediate danger or has already harmed themselves, call 911.

    Let us know what you think of this episode! Be sure to leave a review on iTunes or wherever you listen. And if you aren't sure if online is a good fit for you, you can set up a FREE consultation call here: www.mountainpointacademy.com/letschat

    20 min
  • 036: Fight Therapy [Interview with Aubree Childs]

    In this episode, Aubree talks about:

    • The physical and mental health benefits of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
    • The power of community and finding people who build you up
    • How her own trauma helped guide her journey

    Born and raised under extremely adverse conditions, Aubree was able to defy the odds and forge her own path. Her resilience in the face of adversity has helped turn her into the passionate advocate she is today. Her early passions included singing and performing, and she has developed phenomenal skills at fostering friendships with people from all walks of life. In 2006, Aubree expanded her college studies to Mortuary Science. The incredible nature of the human body has always intrigued her, and she has a talent for easing the grief of families in their hardest times. Through it all, Aubree has continued to pursue her singing. She has performed the National Anthem for Major Events like PBR, Hendo Fight nights, and the Legacy Fighting Alliance. She has contributed her vocal talents to projects like Perfect Harmony (NBC) and the MusiCares tribute to Dolly Parton. After the tragic loss of her Mother in 2015, Aubree was introduced to Jiu Jitsu and it changed her life profoundly. The emotional and mental benefits were immediately apparent to her, and she gained an intense desire to share that benefit as widely as possible. This combined with Aubree's passion for charity inspired her to found the Fight Therapy Foundation with a core mission to see Jiu-Jitsu considered a viable form of mental and physical therapy. Her goal is to provide the option to every woman's shelter and youth care center that she can.

    You can learn more about Fight Therapy on Instagram @fighttherapy

    or at the website: https://www.fighttherapy.com/

    Book she mentioned: Transforming Trauma with Jiu-Jitsu: A Guide for Survivors, Therapists, and Jiu-Jitsu Practitioners to Facilitate Embodied Recovery Book by Anna Pirkl and Jamie Marich, Phd

    If you are curious about online school or experiential learning, sign up for a FREE consultation call here

    53 min
  • 035: Military & Civilian Service [Interview with Rory Mele]

    In this episode, Rory shares:

    • What a military career entails
    • How to prepare for lifelong learning
    • Making the most of human connections

    Rory Mele is an Associate Safety Professional, Construction Health and Safety Technician, and a Human Resources and Public Affairs Officer in the Army National Guard.

    He is the Director of Environmental Health and Safety at BHI, a general contractor out of Vernal, Utah, with offices throughout the United States, and a detachment commander in the 640th Regiment Regional Training Institute of the Utah Army National Guard.

    Rory received a Bachelor of Science in Communications with an emphasis on Public Relations from Southern Utah University. He will graduate from Eastern Kentucky University with a Safety, Security, and Emergency Management Master of Science in May of 2023. Rory is a lifelong student and believes that education is important and that it comes in different ways. Trade schools, undergraduate and graduate level programs, and certificate courses should all be valued paths to education.

    Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink

    If you are curious about online school, sign up for a FREE consultation call here

    47 min
  • 034: Starting the New Year Right!

    In this episode, we talk about:

    • Why planning and organizing are crucial
    • How to find out what organizational tools work for you
    • Using a support system to help you stay on task

    What are your favorite online tools that help you stay organized? Tag us on Instagram @mtnpointacademy with your favorite. We'd love to hear ALL the resources we can share with students!

    36 min
  • 033: Finding Your Groove with Studying

    In this episode, we talk about:

    • The different techniques for studying
    • The value of finding what works for you
    • Why developing study skills now will help you throughout life

    If you have any questions about study skills or how online learning might be a good fit for you, be sure to sign up for our FREE consultation call here.

    25 min
  • 032: Conducting a Time Audit

    In this episode, we talk about:

    • What a time audit is
    • Why it's important
    • How to conduct one

    Let us know how your time audit went. Were you surprised by where you are spending your time? Are you setting aside enough time to achieve your goals?

    If you are trying to set some goals and need guidance, check out last week's episode!

    20 min

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This is a podcast dedicated to helping students get EXCITED about learning...inside and outside the classroom.