How can families navigate digital devices together? What tools or resources are available to help our children to surf the internet safely? Our summer host, Rochelle Laskey, interviews Patrick Adams who is a homeschool dad, and creator of the Lion App. The Lion app suite (also known as Lion Family) is a set of privacy-first parental control and safe browsing applications for iOS, developed by local Phoenix-based Apple developer Patrick Adams. The suite is built specifically to help parents monitor activity, block explicit content, and promote healthy screen time without compromising data privacy. Go to https://lionfamily.org/

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"Twice-exceptional students (also known as 2e children or students) are among the most under-identified and underserved population in schools.' But in homeschooling, you can learn to tailor education for each one of your children. Natalie Bjornstad is a counselor and Thrive Communities mom, and she joins our summer podcast host, Rochelle Laskey, sharing her love for homeschooling and resources available for 2E children. For more information go to www.learnatthrive.com

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What is 'roadschooling'? Brynn Boyd and her family have traveled across America, taking education on the road. Listen to her story with our summer host, Rochelle Laskey. You'll be encouraged to know that you can go on the road and learn as you visit historic landmarks, museums, libraries, meeting amazing people along the way. For more information go to learnatthrive.com

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Have you ever thought about worldschooling? Carla Tappen has taken homeschool education on the road and talks about homeschool and worldschool hubs you can be part of. Carla and her family are part of Thrive and have insights on how you can see the world and manage homeschooling and being part of Thrive Communities. Listen to her encouraging story as she talks with our summer host, Rochelle Laskey, and how she was among nomads in Morocco! For more information go to learnatthrive.com

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Are you considering homeschooling or are you loving it if you do? Dana Guagliardo sits down with Sophia Dastrup and shares how her family decided to homeschool, what she loves the most about it, and the 'Thrive Vibe.' Hear her story of how the flexibility to set your own schedule works for her and her kids, how she started teaching at Thrive Communities and can travel, taking education on the road.

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In this episode, hear the inspiring story of a husband and wife who reimagined education by making homeschooling and worldschooling a natural part of family life. Through intentional travel, shared experiences, and embracing different cultures, they created a learning environment far beyond traditional classrooms. From navigating new languages and customs to turning everyday moments into opportunities for growth, they discovered how intercultural experiences helped their family build practical skills, deepen curiosity, strengthen relationships, and develop a broader understanding of the world. Tune in for an encouraging conversation about flexibility, family partnership, and raising lifelong learners through adventure and meaningful connection. For more information go to www.learnatthrive.com

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In this heartfelt episode, a Abbye Harms opens up about her personal homeschooling journey, sharing the lessons, challenges, and rewarding moments that shaped her family’s educational path. From creating a flexible learning environment to building stronger family connections and nurturing her children’s unique strengths, she offers honest insights into the many benefits of homeschooling. Whether you’re considering homeschooling for the first time, already on the journey, or simply curious about alternative education, this inspiring conversation provides encouragement, practical wisdom, and a refreshing perspective on learning beyond the traditional classroom. For more information go to www.learnatthrive.com

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In this episode, Allison Foulk of Thrive Communities opens up about her personal journey through homeschooling while balancing the demands of work, family, and everyday life. Allison shares the challenges and rewards of becoming both a parent educator and a professional leader, offering honest insight into how she navigated teaching her children while continuing to grow Thrive and manage countless other responsibilities. Through heartfelt stories and practical wisdom, this conversation explores resilience, time management, purpose-driven parenting, and the reality of trying to “do it all” while staying grounded in what matters most. For more information go to www.learnatthrive.com

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In this heartwarming conversation Sophia Dastrup has a conversation with Leetha Ross. Leetha is the program lead for the Queen Creek, AZ Thrive Communities program. She shares her decision to homeschool her family, how she encourages parents to homeschool and her love for Thrive Communities. For more information go to learnatthrive.com

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In this inspiring homeschool podcast episode, Lisa Fischer shares her family’s journey into homeschooling, the heart behind their decision to pursue personalized education, and how they found balance through the support of Thrive Communities. As a busy homeschool mom, Lisa opens up about the importance of community, and intentional parenting while raising and educating her children at home. She explains how Thrive Communities’ homeschool enrichment program, where her kids attend twice a week, became a game changer for her family by providing academic support, social connection, and much-needed reset time for moms. Now serving on staff herself, Lisa is passionate about helping other homeschooling families thrive through community, homeschool support programs, and flexible learning opportunities. Whether you’re new to homeschooling, considering alternative education, or looking for homeschool encouragement and resources, this episode is packed with relatable insight, practical inspiration, and encouragement for every homeschool parent. For more information go to learnatthrive.com

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by podcast guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Thrive Communities. The content shared is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Listeners are responsible for how they interpret and apply any information discussed.