The Love Your School Podcast

90. Innovative Strategies for Success: Illuminate Family Workshop with Treisha Wan

Welcome back to the Love Your School Podcast! Today, we are joined by the Owner and Speech Pathologist at Illuminate Family Workshop, Treisha Wan. She is a dedicated speech-language pathologist and the visionary behind Illuminate Family Workshop PLLC. Illuminate Family Workshop is a dedicated organization committed to unlocking potential and empowering extraordinary minds through transformative speech-language therapy and ADHD coaching. They focus on nurturing deep connections, igniting limitless creativity, and adopting innovative strategies to ensure success, all while maintaining a profound respect for the values of the families they work with. Join us as we dive into their inspiring mission and approach. Check out this episode to learn more about Illuminate Family Workshop and its offerings!  Episode Highlights: * Treisha’s background and what led her to begin Illuminate Family Workshop  * The process at Illuminate Family Workshop  * Using an ESA for Illuminate Family Workshop * Academic growth and success in students  * Neurodiverse Learners * Supporting non-verbal/speaking students * Characteristics of ADHD  * How to get started with Iluminate Family Workshop  More on Guest:  * Illuminate Family Workshop Website  [https://www.illuminatefamilyworkshop.com/] * Illuminate Family Workshop Podcast  [https://podcasts.apple.com/sg/podcast/illuminate-family-workshop-friends-family-guide-to/id1684159147] * Find them on Facebook  [https://www.facebook.com/illuminatefamilyworkshop] * Find them on IG [https://www.instagram.com/illuminatefamilyworkshop/] * Find them on YouTube  [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAr6ppnMZJpxruhk9C-c9lQ] * Email: hello@illuminatefamilyworkshop.com More on Love Your School/Links Mentioned in Episode: * Hello@loveyourschool.org * @LoveYourSchoolAZ * www.loveyourschool.org [https://www.loveyourschool.org]   This show has been Produced by Adkins Media Co.  [https://www.adkinsmedia.co/]

89. Coding for Kids: All About CodaKid with David Dodge

Today, I am joined by David Dodge, the founder of CodaKid. Together, we're diving into the world of CodaKid, an extraordinary online kids' coding academy and tech camp. CodaKid specializes in teaching kids the art of coding games, apps, Roblox levels, and Minecraft mods using real programming languages and professional-grade tools. What sets CodaKid apart is its self-paced online classes, allowing young learners to advance at their own pace. To add to this, a team of friendly engineers provides live support, ensuring that kids receive guidance and assistance as they embark on their coding journey. They also offer private online tutoring with their award-winning curriculum, which is great for students who need more structure. Check out this episode to learn more about CodaKid and all they have to offer!      Episode Highlights: * More about David and how he started CodaKid * Self-study platform  * Tutoring/Mentorship  * Higher Level Programs- AI and 3D games  * Connecting CodaKid to your child’s school * Incorporating CodaKid into the household  * Using an ESA for CodaKid   More on Guest:  * Email: academy@codakid.com [academy@codakid.com]  * Website: https://codakid.com [https://codakid.com/camp-locations/codakid-headquarters/] * Instagram: @codakidacademy * Facebook: facebook.com/codakid [http://facebook.com/codakid] More on Love Your School/Links Mentioned in Episode: * Hello@loveyourschool.org * @LoveYourSchoolAZ * www.loveyourschool.org [http://www.loveyourschool.org]     This show has been Produced by Adkins Media Co. [https://www.adkinsmedia.co/]

88. Empowering Young Minds: A Spotlight on Bright Beginnings School with Wendy Brady and Holly King

Today, we are joined by Holly King and Wendy Brady. Wendy is the principal, and Holly is the Curriculum and Instruction Coordinator at Bright Beginnings School. Bright Beginnings School is an educational institution catering to inquisitive children aged 4 to 6th grade, offering private preschool and public charter elementary programs. Their curriculum seamlessly blends a strong academic foundation with a holistic approach to education. At BBS, they emphasize academic excellence and nurturing social and emotional development. Through immersive, inquiry-based learning experiences, they cultivate creativity and instill a sense of compassion in their students. Check out this episode to learn more about Bright Beginnings and everything they have to offer!  Episode Highlights: * Wendy and Holly’s background story  * Details about Bright Beginnings School  * How to start at Bright Beginnings School  * School Tours and Open Houses  * The Learning Model at Bright Beginnings * Whole-child approach to teaching * Strong parent volunteer base  * 100% retention rate for teachers * The positive school culture at Bright Beginnings  * The curriculum at BBS  * Community involvement & events More on Guest:  * Bright Beginnings Website  [https://bbschl.com/] * Bright Beginnings Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/BrightBeginningsSchool] * Bright Beginnings Instagram  [https://www.instagram.com/bright_beginnings_chandler/]     More on Love Your School/Links Mentioned in Episode: * Hello@loveyourschool.org * @LoveYourSchoolAZ * www.loveyourschool.org [http://www.loveyourschool.org]       This show has been Produced by Adkins Media Co. [https://www.adkinsmedia.co/]

87. Prisma: The World’s Most Engaging Virtual School with Kristen Shroff

Today, I am joined by Kristen Shroff, the CEO of Prisma. Prisma is the world’s most engaging virtual school that brings out kids’ love of learning and prepares them to thrive in the rapidly changing world of the future. Prisma has an engaging, project-based, real-world, hands-on curriculum, expert learning coaches who personalize learning to meet each child’s unique needs, and a positive, uplifting social community. Check out this episode to learn more about Prisma and what they have to offer!    If you’re interested, reach out to Prisma about setting up an Experience Day!  Episode Highlights: * Kristen’s background  * Prisma’s goals  * The Prisma Powers  * Clubs at Prisma  * Mentorship  * Cohorts led by Learning Coaches  * The cost of Prisma  * A typical schedule at Prisma  * Experience Days  * ESA to cover tuition at Prisma  More on Guest:  * Prisma’s Website [https://www.joinprisma.com/] * Prisma’s Instagram  [https://www.instagram.com/joinprisma/] * Prisma’s Facebook  [https://www.facebook.com/joinprisma] * Prisma’s Twitter [https://twitter.com/joinprisma] * info@joinprisma.com [info@joinprisma.com]  More on Love Your School/Links Mentioned in Episode: * Hello@loveyourschool.org * @LoveYourSchoolAZ * www.loveyourschool.org [http://www.loveyourschool.org]     This show has been Produced by Adkins Media Co. [https://www.adkinsmedia.co/]

86. Polygence's Passion to Transform High School Students' Educational Journeys with Dr. G.P. LeBourdais

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Love Your School Podcast. Today, I am joined by Dr.  G.P. LeBourdais, Head of Strategic Initiatives and a Mentor at Polygence. Polygence is a team of academics and educators united in their passion to make research more widely accessible to all interested students. At Polygence, they have mentors who cover a multitude of diverse disciplines. Check out this episode to learn more about Poloygence and how they are embarking on a journey to transform education. Episode Highlights: * Dr. LeBourdais’s background  * What is Polygence?  * Passion Projects  * How to get registered at Polygence  * Pods Program  * Research Mentorship and Projects  * Scholarship opportunities   More on Guest:  * Polygence Website  [https://www.polygence.org/] * Polygence Instagram  [https://www.instagram.com/polygence/] * Polygence TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@polygence] * Polygence Twitter  [https://twitter.com/polygence?lang=en]   More on Love Your School/Links Mentioned in Episode:  * Hello@loveyourschool.org * @LoveYourSchoolAZ * www.loveyourschool.org [http://www.loveyourschool.org]     This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.  [https://www.adkinsmedia.co/]