Dimond Education Podcast

Private Schools and the Free Market - Dr. Galey Colosimo - Episode 29

Dr. Galey Colosimo is a seasoned educator who has been the founding principal of Juan Diego High School in Salt Lake City since 1999. With years of experience in Utah's private school market, Dr. Colosimo has seen both good times and rough times and has guided Juan Diego through them all. In addition to leading Juan Diego, Dr. Colosimo also serves as the director of the Utah Private Schools Association, which advocates for school choice policies in Utah's legislature. The association represents 35 schools with over 25,000 students and works to ensure that parents have the freedom to choose the education that best fits their child's needs. Dr. Colosimo's leadership has been instrumental in the success of Juan Diego High School and the Utah Private Schools Association. #privateschool #educationchoice #schoolchoice

Unlocking the Superpower of Autism and ADHD - Episode 28

Autism and ADHD are a superpower? That is what Dr. Dallin Richardson shows us in this latest episode. What would education be like if your child’s passion was a focus at school? Now what if your child had Autism or ADD? Wouldn’t a focus on their passion make school easier? That is happening at BreakOut School, a unique outdoor educational program that successfully integrates hands-on approaches with experiential learning to help heroes (aka students) develop critical thinking, creativity, and innovation. Founded by Dr. Dallin Richardson in 2019, a doctor of pharmacology, who had his own unique educational journey driven by his passion for languages and the natural world. During his work as a pharmacist, Dr. Richardson developed a curiosity for ADD and Autism, leading him to create BreakOut School, aiming to improve education for students with these conditions. https://www.breakoutschool.org/ #homeschool #microschool #parents #disability #specialeducation

What is it like to learn with OCD? You are on Fire! - #highlight

Social anxiety, general anxiety, OCD and trauma. How do these mental health disorders affect a student's ability to learn? We find that out during our conversation with Paul Peterson. When Paul was 13 years old, he knew he wanted to help others. He came up with the idea of opening a treatment center and providing the best treatment everyone in the world had ever received.  Paul attended BYU receiving his bachelor’s degree in psychology and later received his Master’s in Social Work from the University of Utah. Thus began his journey in behavioral health.  Through various work experiences, Paul stumbled upon the treatment of OCD and Anxiety. He was fortunate to have the opportunity to specialize in the treatment. With such a successful treatment, he went to work opening The OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center with several brilliant people.  The OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center has expanded since their humble opening in 2015. They currently have 3 locations, are working on a fourth, and don’t plan to stop there.  He says, “It has been an exciting journey.” They are achieving one of the highest reductions of symptoms in the world. His childhood dream of providing the best treatment in the world has become a reality. https://www.theocdandanxietytreatmentcenter.com #homeschool #education #learning #school #microschool

The Silent Sufferers - The Effects of Anxiety Disorders on Learning - Episode 27

Social anxiety, general anxiety, OCD and trauma. How do these mental health disorders affect a student's ability to learn? We find that out during our conversation with Paul Peterson. When Paul was 13 years old, he knew he wanted to help others. He came up with the idea of opening a treatment center and providing the best treatment everyone in the world had ever received.  Paul attended BYU receiving his bachelor’s degree in psychology and later received his Master’s in Social Work from the University of Utah. Thus began his journey in behavioral health.  Through various work experiences, Paul stumbled upon the treatment of OCD and Anxiety. He was fortunate to have the opportunity to specialize in the treatment. With such a successful treatment, he went to work opening The OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center with several brilliant people.  The OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center has expanded since their humble opening in 2015. They currently have 3 locations, are working on a fourth, and don’t plan to stop there.  He says, “It has been an exciting journey.” They are achieving one of the highest reductions of symptoms in the world. His childhood dream of providing the best treatment in the world has become a reality. https://www.theocdandanxietytreatmentcenter.com #homeschool #education #learning #school #microschool

Classical Education 101: An Introduction with ElizaBeth Vandegrift - Episode 26

What is a classical education and how can Classical Conversations support it? We find out in this episode with ElizaBeth Vandegrift. ElizaBeth Vandegrift is a veteran practitioner of classical Christian home education. Having successfully educated her four children in the classical model over the past 20 years, and led Classical Conversations communities for eight years, ElizaBeth shares her insights on the joys and benefits of learning classically alongside her children. She also discusses her background in public high school and liberal arts college, and her current pursuit of a master's degree in the Pedagogy of Classical Education. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in learning more about classical education, or seeking inspiration for their own homeschooling journey. Classical Conversations in Utah: www.classicalconversations.com [http://www.classicalconversations.com/] www.classicalconversationsbooks.com [http://www.classicalconversationsbooks.com/] or contact Evandegrift@classicalconversations.com [Evandegrift@classicalconversations.com]   Classical Conversations Practicum https://ccpracticum.com/ [https://ccpracticum.com/] Free parent equipping workshop for classical Christian education! Layton June 2 Register here for details: https://classicalconversations.com/events/?id=mzqx [https://classicalconversations.com/events/?id=mzqx]   Sandy, Utah July 15 https://classicalconversations.com/events/?id=WoaX [https://classicalconversations.com/events/?id=WoaX] #homeschool #classicaleducation #education #learning