Fearlessly Different

In this episode, we’re joined by Ava Noe, a current homeschooler with a remarkable mission to inspire her generation to embrace healthy living. With an Instagram following of over 27,000 and her own podcast, Becoming Basic, Ava is making an huge impact on this generation of teens.

We dive into her journey to homeschooling, how her unique education experience shaped her perspective, and the ways she’s using her platform to impact the world. Ava’s story is proof that homeschoolers can achieve incredible things while staying true to their passions.

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In this episode, we sit down with Bethany Baldwin, the visionary owner and creator of Music, Art, and Drama (MAD) Society—a dynamic club designed for homeschoolers to participate in and produce their own theater productions.

Finding resources for the arts can be challenging in the homeschooling community, but Mrs. Baldwin proves that with passion and determination, it’s possible to create a thriving creative space. Listen as we explore her journey, the impact of MAD Society, and how homeschool families can unleash their artistic potential.

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Our lives as teenagers can often feel like a whirlwind of stress, anxiety, and fear, and for many of us, these emotions can dominate our academic pursuits. When I started college last fall, I let fear drive my every decision, believing it would lead to success. But does living in constant fear really make us better students? Or is there a more fulfilling way to approach our academics?

In this episode, I share my journey of navigating college as a Christian student and reflect on how shifting from fear to faith transformed my perspective. Together, we’ll ex...

It's official! "How to Homeschool in High School" is now the Fearlessly Different Podcast! In this episode we are going to walk through why I have made this monumental change, what the new title and mission mean, and what the next few months of content will look like!

I am so excited to go on this new journey with you all and see where the Lord leads us! Together let us encourage each other to continue done this different path and "run with endurance the race He has set before us"!

"Can you do high school sports as a homeschooler?"
That has got to be one of my most asked questions as a homeschooler - and the answer is not only can you do high school sports as a homeschooler, but you can THRIVE!  That is true largely because of the work of amazing people like Coach Nate Hartman. Nate Hartman is one of the founding members of the athletics program we (my sister and I) have used for years and he is also the founder and director of the National Christian School Athletic Association (NCSAA) - an organization f...

Online school is quickly becoming one of the most popular ways to homeschool through high school and like everything, it comes with both blessings and challenges. Today we are talking with Sindhu Sivasubramanian, a homeschool student from France using an online school (Bridgeway Academy)! Join us as we discuss her very unique homeschooling journey, why she loves online school so much, and how she built a thriving community around her with homeschoolers from all over the world!

Learn more about Bridgeway Academy HERE

Read about the podcast in the Epoch Times 

Joining us today on the podcast is Mr. Jonathan Brush, the president and CEO of Unbound, a college alternative program focused on project-based education and helping young adults thrive in this changing world.
This is the second part of the interview! Today we discuss the different programs Unbound offers, the community they help build for their students, and different projects students have implemented over the years. We end the conversation with Mr. Brush sharing his best advice for families navigating the post high school world and making decisions about what to do next!

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Joining us today on the podcast is Mr. Jonathan Brush, the president and CEO of Unbound, a college alternative program focused on project-based education and helping young adults thrive in this changing world. In this interview we cover Mr. Brush's own homeschooling journey (as he is a homeschool graduate himself), the history of Unbound, the mission behind each program, and finally the purpose and power of true education! As high schoolers, we are constantly looking ahead to life after graduation. For those of us searching for a different path (other than college/university), Unbound offers an exciting new approach...

I get asked very frequently about how homeschoolers can prepare for and take standardized tests (especially SAT, ACT, and CLT) successfully. In todays episode featuring Regina Gravrok, the Homeschool Partnership Manager at the Classic Learning Test (CLT) and a homeschool graduate, we cover how homeschoolers can not only conquer college entry exams, but use them to make their college dreams a reality. 

The Classic Learning Test is "hacking" the teach-for-the test method that dominates conventional schools today. There is no special book or curriculum to prepare for the test. You prepare by having a good education - o...

The scouting organizations - American Heritage Girls (AHG) and Trail Life USA-  have been major blessings to our homeschooling community for years! They provide a place to connect and serve our local community, develop leadership skills, and earn prestigious awards. Today, we get to talk all about AHG with Elizabeth, a recent recipient of the highest award in AHG's program - Stars and Stripes! We discuss her homeschooling journey and how it led her to organizations like American Heritage Girls and 4-H. We explore in depth how they have impacted her life and homeschooling experience.
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In November of 2023, a current homeschool student asked a question to Charlie Kirk, founder and director of Turning Point USA and conservative activist, at a TPUSA event and the video went viral on Instagram. As soon as I saw the clip, I knew I had to have this homeschooler on the podcast to share his story!
Today, join Dylan Cruz and me as we discuss his homeschooling experience as well as his involvement with TPUSA and PragerForce. He also shares a behind the scenes look into what it was like to talk with Charlie Kirk!

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On today's episode, I am joined by Naomi Elizabeth, a 16-year-old homeschooler passionate about sharing her homeschooling experience on Instagram and YouTube. She makes amazing content daily focused on encouraging the homeschooling community and breaking down the stereotypes that surround home education. We cover so many topics in this episode from band practice to best homeschooling advice. But overall, this is just a conversation between two longtime homeschoolers about the daily homeschool life and why we love the way we do school!

Connect with Naomi through Instagram and YouTube

On today's episode, I am joined by homeschool graduate Nolan Curran, a current junior at Waynesburg University studying nursing. We cover so many topics in this conversation including homeschool participation in ROTC and public school sports, navigating life after high school, and discovering and pursing your calling in life. I am sure there is something for everyone in this interview, and I hope you leave encouraged to continue your homeschooling journey!

Resources Mentioned:
ROTC
Civil Air Patrol
America's Sea Cadets 

We are back from Great Homeschool Conventions with so much to share: workshop recaps, takeaways from parent/student conversations, and 10+ LIVE interviews with homeschoolers from across the country! 
Join my mom and I as we walk though this incredible weekend and address the most pressing issues that face homeschooled high schoolers and their parents! 
Thank you to everyone who was a part of this episode! It was so wonderful to talk with you and hear your stories!

I hope you enjoy this very special episode of How to Homeschool in High School! 

Our world (especially as teens) is full of so much information! We are confronted daily with bad thinking, propaganda, and emotional reasoning - it can be hard to manage! Today we have the privilege of hearing from Kathy Gibbens, homeschool mom and host of the "Filter it Through a Brain Cell Podcast" (a podcast focused on teaching critical thinking skills to every listener)! We cover everything from defining critical thinking and the most common fallacies we face as teens today to discovering how we can stay rooted in truth amidst this ever-changing culture!

Resources mentioned:
Fallacy...

On today's episode, I am joined by Jess, lifelong homeschooler and YouTuber! We cover so many topics in the conversation, ranging from the role of social media in the life of the homeschooler to how to prepare for the SAT. There is something for everyone in this conversation, and I hope you all are blessed by our words!

Resources Mentioned:
Order Out of Chaos Planners
Classical Conversations
"how to get into college as a homeschooler | tips & guidance"

Connect with Jess
@JustJessChannel - YouTube
@JustJessChannel - Instagram

Yes, you heard right! How to Homeschool in High School is going to have a booth at Great Homeschool Conventions Cincinnati next week (April 4th - 6th)! And I will be speaking all about homeschooling in high school and tackling the "fear of missing out" Saturday April 6th at 8:30 am! In this episode I share more information about this exciting opportunity! We hope to see you there!

Resources mentioned:
How to Homeschool in High School @GHC
Great Homeschool Conventions - Website 

Make sure to listen to Part 1 (Episode 36) of this interview before enjoying today's episode!

Mr. Andrew Pudewa is the founder and director of the Institute for Excellence in Writing  (IEW) and has been teaching writing and giving talks on homeschooling for many years. I was in the audience for one of those talks two years ago, and the ideas he discussed sparked the creation of this podcast. IEW has made a tremendous impact on homeschooling communities all across the country, and it is an honor to share this conversation with you!
Today, join me in Part 2 o...

Mr. Andrew Pudewa is the founder and director of the Institute for Excellence in Writing  (IEW) and has been teaching writing and giving talks on homeschooling for many years. I was in the audience for one of those talks two years ago, and the ideas he discussed sparked the creation of this podcast.   IEW has made a tremendous impact on homeschooling communities all across the country, and it is an honor to share this conversation with you!
Today, join me in Part 1 of this interview with Mr. Pudewa as we discuss the history of IEW, the importance of wr...

Dual enrollment is one of the greatest opportunities we have as homeschooled students, and it's about time we dedicate an entire episode to this experience! Today, join me as I dive deeply into the reasons why every homeschooler should try dual enrollment, the steps to get involved, and my best advice for dual enrolled students. As a dual enrolled student for 2 years now, I have a lot of stories of successes and failures that I hope will encourage and equip you to thrive as you and your family begin the journey into the college world.   

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The spirit of the entrepreneur is strong in the homeschooling community, and today we are going to explore what it looks like to start a business in high school! Join me as I interview Jaden Skye, current high school senior, creator of World Homeschoolers, and owner of a photography business. In this episode we will dive into the ways in which Jaden's homeschooling journey led her to start a business in high school and create a online community to connect homeschoolers across the globe!

World Homeschoolers:  Instagram
Jaden's Photography: Instagram 

Today on How to Homeschool in High School, we are joined by another friend of mine, recent homeschool graduate, and current nursing major, Katelyn. In this interview we walk through her family's homeschooling journey, her high school experience, and ultimately the steps she took to successful apply and get accepted into college as a homeschooler! We also discuss the importance of building community around your homeschool and seeking counsel when deciding what life after college should look like for you!

I hope this episode gives you encouragement as we explore Katelyn's homeschooling journey and testimony that homeschoolers...

We all get that question whenever we enter high school..."Are you going to college?" It can be overwhelming at times, because most of us don't know what we want to do!
College is not the only path to success, and there are other exciting and valuable opportunities students are beginning to explore after high school. Sylvia is one such homeschool graduate who has decided to launch a house-cleaning business straight out of high school. Join me today as I talk with Sylvia about her homeschooling experience and her decision to become an entrepreneur.
If you too...

When it comes to homeschooling in high school, one question that seems to arise frequently is "what about sports?" Is it possible for homeschoolers to participate in athletics? And the answer to that question is absolutely!!
In this episode join me as I interview Kaelyn, a recent homeschool graduate and now a Communications major, as we discuss her homeschooling experience and her family's journey to founding a homeschool athletics program in our community. Kaelyn shares her best advice for homeschoolers in general and those looking for sports opportunities in their areas!
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In this episode of How to Homeschool in High School, join me as I break down the biggest lesson I learned through my high school years: Do high school differently.
 
If we learn to embrace our different experience as homeschoolers, and stop trying to be too much like conventional schooling, we are free to make a difference in the world around us! And you have no idea where this will take you!

Be sure to stick around for some exciting news at the end of the episode!!

Resources mentioned:
"Hacking H...

Sometimes as high school homeschoolers we can struggle to be productive. We are in charge of managing our daily schedules and keeping up with online schooling and dual-enrollment assignments. It can seem overwhelming at times, but you are not alone! Today I am joined by Nya, recent homeschool graduate and YouTuber! Through the episode, she shares some of her best advice on how to stay productive as a homeschooler. We also discuss her homeschooling journey, what it is like to be a homeschool YouTuber, and so much more! Our goal is for you to walk into this year armed...

The homeschooling community on social media is filled with families sharing their homeschooling journeys with the world and breaking down the stigmas and stereotypes surrounding homeschooling as they go! One such incredible family is the Youngs ( @homeschoolingthemiddle )! Join me today as I talk with Mrs. Tasha Young and her sons Reichen and Latham. They share their homeschooling journey, their love for acting, their participation in Destination Imagination, and their heart behind their Instagram page and the community they are building through social media. If you are interested in pursuing theater as a homeschooler or just interested in cultivating a...

The idea of writing, editing, publishing, and marketing a novel is one that seems daunting and terrifying to many, but not to the homeschoolers! Aaralynn Karman is a current high school homeschooler who set out in 2022 to write and publish her debut novel, Meeting Twilight, and successfully completed that journey in September of 2023! Join us today as we get the privilege of hearing Aaralynn's journey to homeschooling and to publishing. Through setbacks, discouragement, Google drive crashes, and sheer determination, Aaralynn has created something truly inspiring to homeschoolers and teens alike. You will not want to miss this amazing story...

Have you ever dreamed of writing a book, starting a business, or pursuing any dream while still in high school? Through the wonderful opportunities presented through homeschooling it is possible to chase and reach for your dreams no matter how young you are. But often we are in need of role models and trailblazers to show us that these things are possible! One such homeschool graduate is Millie Florence! She is currently a full time author and has published three amazing novels (her first was published when she was only 13 years old!) Join us today as we discuss Millie's...

Welcome to the fourth and final episode in the How to Homeschool series! This series walks grade by grade through high school offering curriculum examples, experiences, advice, and so much more. Today Nadine is joined by an amazing guest and recent graduate of 12th grade, Anastasia. Together they discuss everything 12th grade covering topics including college admissions, senior projects, best experiences, and greatest advice! 
The heart behind these episodes is for listeners to leave with encouragement and inspiration for the upcoming school year.  Just remember: there is no one way to homeschool. Your senior year may look completely di...

History is a fascinating subject full of drama, suspense, war, courage, and strength, but it can often be presented as boring  and unexciting. The Nomadic Professor's high school history curriculum has found a way to bring history to life in an exciting and engaging way: by going on-location. Mr. Noorlander (co-creator of the Nomadic Professor and long time teacher) walks us through the origins of the Nomadic Professor and what makes their on-locations lessons so unique and interactive. Through this interview, we also dive into the importance of critical thinking and how to become an active and engaged learner o...

Math can often be a frightening subject in homeschooling, especially when it comes to high school and studying for standardized tests or taking AP classes. A common misconception about homeschoolers is that we are unable to pursue advanced math courses and are unprepared for the SAT and other college entrance exams. However,  that is simply not true due largely in part to teachers like Dr. David Shormann. Using his extensive knowledge of math and science, Dr. Shormann has created incredible math and science curriculums dedicated to preparing students to succeed in college and beyond! We are so grateful to D...

One of the main questions proposed to high school homeschoolers is "How are you possibly going to learn upper-level science from home?" To some it seems like an impossible task. But that is far from the truth! High School science certainly was a concern for my family until we discovered Dr. Wile and his homeschool science curriculum. Dr. Wile is a nuclear chemist invested in creating quality science curriculum for homeschoolers and also encouraging the homeschooling community through speaking and teaching. Through his curriculum, my entire family has grown to love and excel in science. Join me (Nadine) today,  a...

Welcome to the third episode in the How to Homeschool series! This series walks grade by grade through high school offering curriculum examples, experiences, advice, and so much more. Today Nadine is joined by two amazing guest and recent graduates of 11th grade, Hannah and Audrey. Together they discuss everything 11th grade, co-ops to dual- enrollment, and everything in between! 
The heart behind these episodes is for listeners to leave with encouragement and inspiration for the upcoming school year.  Just remember: there is no one way to homeschool. Your eleventh grade year may look completely different from what is...

Welcome to the second episode in the How to Homeschool series! This series walks grade by grade through high school offering curriculum examples, experiences, advice, and so much more. Today Nadine is joined by two amazing returning guests and recent graduates of 10th grade, Grace and Dora. Together they discuss everything 10th grade, from best experiences to hardest lessons learned.  
The heart behind these episodes is for listeners to leave with encouragement and inspiration for the upcoming school year.  Just remember: there is no one way to homeschool. Your tenth grade year may look completely different from what is...

Beginning anything can be a great challenge, and high school is no different. Ninth grade is one of the most exciting (and terrifying) years of high school, simply because it is the beginning! But you are not alone! Join Nadine in the very first episode in a new series walking grade by grade through high school. For each grade, Nadine has invited friends who recently graduated from that grade to share experiences, advice, concerns, and so much more. Today Nadine is joined by two amazing members of her homeschooling community, Gracie and Rachel, to discuss all things 9th grade...

Have you ever wondered if homeschooling can successfully prepare a student for life after college? If so, this episode is for you! Join Nadine as she interviews her incredible friend, Lydia, homeschool graduate (class of 2022) and current nursing student. They discuss everything from homeschool graduation ceremonies to the key to healthy socialization in high school. But most of all, Lydia addresses how her homeschooling experience equipped her for success at nursing school. Much thanks to Lydia for taking the time to encourage the homeschooling community with her experience and wisdom! 
You will not want to miss this interview w...

This is Part 2 of the encouraging conversation with Nadine and her mother covering the most impactful lessons they learned during their seventh year of homeschooling! The heart behind this conversation is to encourage both new and seasoned homeschoolers, and to provide a first-hand look into the trials and hardships faced by homeschooled high schoolers and their parents. But more importantly - how they overcome. Make sure to check out Part 1 before enjoying this episode! 

This episode includes lessons 6 through 9 and is the last part in this mini series! 

It is officially the end of the school year, providing a wonderful opportunity to look back and see how far we all have come. For this episode of How to Homeschool in High School, Nadine is joined by her mother (with 7+ years of homeschooling experience) to provide a deeply encouraging discussion focusing on 9 of the most important lessons they learned in the 2022-23 school year. The heart behind this conversation is to encourage both new and seasoned homeschoolers, and to provide a first-hand look into the trials and hardships faced by homeschooled high schoolers and their parents. But more...

Have you ever wondered what a homeschool co-op is exactly and what it is like to attend one in high school? You are not alone! Join us today in How to Homeschool in High School's very first roundtable interview, featuring three amazing returning guests, Anastasia, Dora, and Tessa! In this episode, we discuss different co-ops we have attended, our experiences, and share some fun stories, reminiscing on our own homeschooling journeys. It's an episode you won't want to miss!