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201 Real-Life Support Groups + Threats to Homeschool Freedom

Amanda and Melanie talk with 布里格斯格林伍德 about the value of real-life homeschool support groups and why in-person relationships remain so important for families navigating a digital world. Briggs shares from more than two decades of homeschooling experience and previews her upcoming Thrive! workshop, Leading an Analog Support Group in a Digital World.

They also answer common questions that new homeschoolers often ask online, including the difference between the North Carolina Division of Non-Public Education (NCDNPE) and NCHE, and whether homeschool families are required to join a co-op. Amanda and Melanie explain how homeschooling works in North Carolina and encourage parents that they are capable of leading their children’s education.

In addition, the episode highlights Thrive! Conference workshops for parents of neurodivergent and struggling learners and shares encouragement for families seeking connection, support, and confidence in their homeschool journey.

News and Upcoming Events

200  Celebrating 200 Episodes: Encouragement, Past Co-Hosts, and Thrive! Updates

In this special 200th episode of 家庭学校秀, Amanda and Melanie reflect on the journey of the program and the heart behind it: encouraging families to homeschool with confidence and joy.

Past co-hosts John Lewis, Ronda Marshall, and Te’Essence Mack share memories from earlier seasons and offer encouragement to today’s homeschool families.

Amanda and Melanie also discuss why they continue the show—to share what they’ve learned over years of homeschooling, to offer trustworthy information grounded in NCHE’s law and policy work, and to remind families they are not alone in the journey.

News and Upcoming Events

199  AI, Technology, and Education + Maximizing the High School Years with Andrew Pudewa

安德鲁普德瓦 joins Matthew to discuss how artificial intelligence and technology are shaping education, the importance of protecting students’ reading, writing, and thinking skills, and the difference between using AI as a tool and allowing it to replace human experience.

The conversation then turns to high school, where Andrew shares practical ways families can maximize these years through speech and debate, drama, dual enrollment and higher education opportunities, internships, and starting a home business. He emphasizes the value of meaningful responsibility alongside adults and how these experiences help teens grow in maturity, skill, and confidence.

Andrew also explains why attending an in-person homeschool conference like Thrive! provides space to step away from constant distraction, listen carefully, and connect with other families.

News and Upcoming Events

198  Worldview for Teens + What Counts as Homeschool Attendance?

Melanie talks with Aaron Klemm from 峰会部委, a featured Teen Track speaker at Thrive!, about helping teenagers wrestle with big worldview questions such as whether God exists and what He is like. Aaron explains how growing in confidence that the Christian worldview is big enough to engage all of life can shape the way students approach college, relationships, work, and everyday decisions.

Amanda then addresses a question many families are asking: What counts as homeschool attendance? She clarifies how North Carolina’s homeschool law applies to the operation of your school rather than counting a set number of days, how to think about attendance and annual testing within a calendar year, and what to do when filing a Notice of Intent midyear. She also explains how to handle situations where one child is homeschooled while another is enrolled in public school.

News and Upcoming Events

  • 2026 Midwinter Chess Tournament winners   
  • England Planetarium and Museum of the Coastal Carolinas 实地考察
  • Thrive! Conference early 登记 pricing 
197  Play-Based Learning in the Early Years, Kindergarten Registration Age, and Opening a Homeschool in North Carolina

In this episode, Amanda sits down with Kathy Lee Eggers, longtime homeschool mom, child development specialist, and author of The Homegrown Preschooler. Kathy shares her journey through decades of homeschooling and explains why play, connection, and relationship matter so deeply in the early years. She also discusses learning from birth through preschool and how play-based approaches can continue as children grow.

The conversation then turns to specific North Carolina homeschool law questions, including when compulsory attendance begins, whether children must be registered for kindergarten, and how families can open a homeschool or include children from another family under state law. Amanda and Melanie walk through these scenarios with practical clarification drawn from NC law and NCHE guidance.

The episode closes with homeschool news, upcoming activities, and reflections on how shared experiences and encouragement can shape both parents’ perspectives and students’ experiences.

News and Upcoming Events

196  Thrive! Planning, Homeschool Graduation, and Amber O’Neal Johnston on Confident Homeschooling

Amanda and Melanie share additional planning details for the upcoming 蓬勃发展！会议, including hotel options connected to the Benton Convention Center and how NCHE’s homeschool graduation fits into the conference weekend. The episode features an interview with Amber O’Neal Johnston, a Thrive! speaker, who discusses cultivating curiosity, balancing academics with a full life, and encouraging parents to trust their role in homeschooling. The episode also includes a simple, accessible art project families can do together at home.

  • Thrive! Conference early 登记
  • 蓬勃发展！ 喇叭 and workshops   
  • NCHE Homeschool 毕业   
  • Sullenberger Aviation 实地考察  
  • Museum of Coastal Carolina / Ingram Planetarium 实地考察   
  • Durham Bulls Education Day   
195  Thrive! 2026: Early Bird Registration, Conference Highlights, Teen Activities, and Graduation

Thrive! 2026 is the focus of this episode, as Amanda and Melanie walk through what homeschool families can expect when attending the conference in Winston-Salem. They explain registration options alongside how the weekend is structured, including vendor hall access, workshops, and gatherings designed to support families at every stage.

The discussion moves through featured speakers, workshop categories, regional and special-interest gatherings, mentoring support, teen programming, and the college and trades fair, along with ways families can volunteer.

Homeschool news and upcoming events:
• Sullenberger Aviation 实地考察 

• Diploma ordering for graduates 

• Graduation ceremony and 研究生中心

• Graduate recognition in 温室 Magazine

Episode 194: High School Graduation, Diplomas, Scholarships, and Transcripts

Homeschool Helps with Amanda
Amanda and Melanie discuss homeschool graduation options in North Carolina, including ceremonies, diplomas, and transcripts. They explain what families are responsible for as administrators of their homeschools and where to find NCHE resources to assist with record-keeping and graduation decisions.

Homeschool Scholarships
NCHE Activities Director Evelyn Bickley outlines the NCHE scholarship program, including application categories, eligibility requirements, timelines, and the selection process.

Real World Readiness
Amanda and Melanie introduce a new Real World Readiness series and discuss the importance of students memorizing key phone numbers for safety and communication.

家庭学校新闻
Midwinter Chess Tournament – February 7
Faith & Family Day with the Charlotte Hornets – January 24
Sullenberger Aviation Museum 实地考察 – February 18
蓬勃发展！会议 登记 Opens January 20
NCHE Scholarship 应用 Season (membership required)

Episode 193: When Family Questions Homeschooling, Abuse Claims and Homeschool Regulation

Homeschool Interviews
NCHE Executive Director Matthew McDill addresses misconceptions connecting homeschooling and abuse. He explains why research does not support claims that homeschool children are at greater risk and why increased government oversight of homeschooling does not lead to greater child safety. He also outlines NCHE’s commitment to protecting children while preserving parental authority and freedom.

Homeschool Helps with Amanda
Amanda shares practical guidance for handling family members who question homeschooling, including when to offer explanations, how to step in when children are put on the spot, and how to disengage confidently when conversations are unproductive.

家庭学校新闻

         

        192  New Year Homeschool Reset • ESA Plus Application Tips • When Outsiders Don’t Understand

        In the first episode of 2026, Amanda Wares and Melanie Willis encourage homeschool families to use the new year as a time to reflect, reset, and make adjustments where needed. They discuss preparing now for the upcoming ESA Plus application, offer encouragement for parents facing homeschool challenges, and answer real questions from the homeschool community. The episode also highlights upcoming NCHE events, workshops, field trips, and scholarship opportunities.

        Happy New Year from NCHE—keep homeschooling with confidence and joy!

                 

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