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Vitamin Parents Part 1: Twin Moms Converting a Decent Traditional School Experience Into a “Wow” Homeschool One

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The upcoming episodes of “Homeschooling Journeys” feature twin sisters, Mariana and Andreina, originally from Venezuela and now living in Florida. Each is a mom of two kids. Curious Mike describes them as “Vitamin Homeschoolers”—they see homeschooling as a way to enhance their children’s education rather than addressing any major issues with traditional schooling. They discuss the challenges of balancing time and responsibilities but emphasize the benefits of stronger family bonds and the enriching experiences they’ve been able to provide through Educational Savings Accounts (ESA). Non-homeschoolers often worry about the socialization of homeschooled kids, but Mariana and Andreina have their children socializing a lot—playing in rock bands, competing at a high level in soccer, and attending in-person, unusual academic classes, like Surf Skate Science and competitive extracurriculars.

PRI’s Lance Izumi on The Great Classroom Collapse

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Lance Izumi delves into his latest book, “The Great Classroom Collapse: Teachers, Students, and Parents Expose the Collapse of Learning in America’s Schools”. He discusses why, despite decades of education reforms and vast spending, many American students remain underprepared in critical subjects like reading and math.

Learning From California: Policy Lessons From Golden State Exodus

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Joe Selvaggi speaks with Tim Anaya of the Pacific Research Institute about his new book, The California Left Coast Survivor’s Guide, exploring insights and lessons on how Massachusetts can stay competitive.

Is Massachusetts at a Turning Point – 10 Data Points That Give Me Pause

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Massachusetts tops the charts in many studies.  Best public education system, great quality of life and its highly educated population come to mind.  More recently, there have been several statistics that may provide early warnings that the Bay State may be facing some headwinds.  Any one of these stats by itself is not cause for alarm. Rather, it is the totality of them that is a red flag for me.  The following data points bear watching and indicate the need to adopt new economic growth strategies.   1. The legislature’s languid approach to economic development, as evidenced by the delay in passing an economic development bill, indicates to investors, entrepreneurs and others considering Massachusetts as a business situs that economic vitality […]

From Stress to Success: How Daniella Transformed Her Son’s Learning with ESA Funds

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This week on Homeschooling Journeys Curious Mike talks with Daniella Moreci-Pack, an Arizona mom utilizing her state’s Education Savings Account (ESA) to homeschool her son with ADHD. Daniella shares how she spends ESA funds on special needs therapies, curriculum products, and in-person enrichment activities like karate and dance classes. She explores key themes, including the flexibility of homeschooling, the initial anxiety of leaving traditional schooling, and the common shift from structured schedules to more child-led learning. Daniella also discusses navigating ESA red tape, as new rules add bureaucratic hurdles. Tune in to hear highlights of Daniella’s approach and resilience in overcoming these challenges to give her child a personalized education.