1.0Carolina del Norte para la educación en el hogarhttps://nche.com/esMatthew McDillhttps://nche.com/es/author/matthewmcdill/rich600338<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="qBu1WhCkIM"><a href="https://nche.com/es/thehomeschoolshow/">El programa de educación en el hogar</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://nche.com/es/thehomeschoolshow/embed/#?secret=qBu1WhCkIM" width="600" height="338" title="“The Homeschool Show” — North Carolinians for Home Education" data-secret="qBu1WhCkIM" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script type="text/javascript"> /* <![CDATA[ */ /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://nche.com/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js /* ]]> */ </script>[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://nche.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Updated-Season-5.jpg&#8221; title_text=”Updated Season 5″ _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] The Homeschool Show by NCHE is available weekly via video and podcast. You can watch or listen to the show on this page. You can also watch and subscribe on the NCHE YouTube channel, or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast apps.  As with everything NCHE does, our goal for the show is to help you homeschool with confidence and joy! Join us each week for information and encouragement. Email us and let us know what questions you have or topics you would like for us to discuss.  [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_video src=”https://youtu.be/5gJ2o1aXzlM&#8221; _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_video][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] 208 Homeschool Dads, Homemade Paint, and the College and Trades Fair In Episode 208 of The Homeschool Show, Matthew talks with Juan Guadalupe about his family’s homeschool journey, the faith and sacrifice involved in choosing home education, and why homeschooling is more than school at home. Juan shares how his family began homeschooling while building a small business and how God provided along the way. Amanda and Melanie reflect on the importance of dads catching the vision for homeschooling as a lifestyle and invite fathers to attend the dads gathering at Thrive! The episode also includes a simple homemade paint activity for families and a look at the College and Trades Fair at Thrive! News and Upcoming Events Thrive! dads gathering   College and Trades Fair   Thrive! 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Drawing from her own experience as a parent, Karima shares how the platform uses visual tools, behavior plans, social stories, and personalized learning supports to help families address real challenges at home. Amanda also offers a clear overview of North Carolina’s homeschool testing requirement, explaining what the law actually requires, what it does not require, and how families can approach testing without unnecessary stress. She addresses common misconceptions, especially for families transitioning from public school, and points to helpful resources for choosing and administering standardized tests. Resources Mentioned EZducate platform   Contact Karima Askour   NCHE testing webpage   NCHE testing webinar   [/et_pb_text][et_pb_video src=”https://youtu.be/PuDjVzP8NyA&#8221; _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_video][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] 206 Keep Your School Active with State, Character-Focused Homeschooling, and Withdrawing from Public School In Episode 206 of The Homeschool Show, Amanda addresses recent concerns about DNPE activity and explains what it means for a homeschool to be marked inactive, along with the steps families can take to keep their school active and records accurate. She also clarifies the role of DNPE and how it differs from NCHE, helping families understand where to go for information and support. Amanda’s conversation with Steve and Megan Scheibner centers on character-focused homeschooling, discipleship, and the long-term goal of passing on faith and values. Drawing from decades of experience, they reflect on parenting through every stage—from young children to adult children—and the role of parents in guiding, teaching, and entrusting outcomes to the Lord. The episode closes with guidance on opening a homeschool and withdrawing a child from public school, including legal requirements, available options for families who may not yet meet them, and what schools may request during the withdrawal process. Important Links Log into the DNPE portal  Homeschool Law  How to open a homeschool Register for Thrive!  [/et_pb_text][et_pb_video src=”https://youtu.be/nkXDrOlT9gc&#8221; _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_video][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] 205 Speech and Debate, Communication Skills, and Real-World Etiquette In episode 205 of The Homeschool Show, Amanda and Melanie talk about the everyday moments when meaningful conversations happen with our kids and how those connections grow over time. Amanda sits down with Christy Shipe of the National Christian Forensics and Communications Association (NCFCA) to learn how homeschool students can get involved in speech and debate, what participation looks like, and how students develop confidence, critical thinking, and the ability to communicate with clarity and respect. The episode also looks at practical communication skills at home, including how students learn to express themselves clearly in conversation and disagreement. Amanda shares highlights from a recent tournament, where students describe what they’re learning and why the community matters, while Melanie and Amanda discuss how families can intentionally teach communication through everyday interactions. As part of a real-world readiness conversation, Melanie and Amanda explore telephone etiquette and how communication habits are changing. They talk through how families can help students learn when and how to communicate clearly and respectfully in both phone and text conversations, and why these skills still matter. News and Upcoming Events Thrive! Homeschool Conference registration   NCHE graduation ceremonies and diploma orders [/et_pb_text][et_pb_video src=”https://youtu.be/Bj1r63lT_tA&#8221; _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_video][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] 204 Burnout, Homeschool Freedom Concerns, and Simple Low-Cost Activities As spring approaches and routines shift, many homeschool families find themselves feeling stretched thin. In episode 204 of The Homeschool Show, Amanda and Melanie talk honestly about burnout—what it looks like in daily life, how to recognize it, and small, practical ways to reset. From adjusting expectations to carving out moments of rest, they share encouragement for finishing the year with intention while caring for your own well-being. The conversation also turns to current homeschool legislation in Connecticut and what it could mean for families across the country. They discuss the importance of understanding homeschool freedom, staying informed, and considering how policy changes in other states may affect the broader homeschool community. The episode wraps up with a simple, low-cost nature-based art idea […]https://nche.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/YT111.png1280720