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PODCAST

The Sequoia Breeze

Rebecca LaSavio

A podcast for homeschool families brought to you by Sequoia Grove Charter Alliance. Encouragement, tips & tricks, interviews with HSTs and curriculum help.

kids & family education for kids

All Episodes

47:37

Innovation at Home

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2024/05/15

This week Rebecca welcomes Josh Manley from CADclass to explore the exciting world of learning to design and print on a 3D printer. Discover how these skills offer homeschoolers creative opportunities and valuable lessons in problem-solving with real-world applications. Check out this episode for an insightful discussion on unleashing creativity and practical skills through 3D printing!NotesCADclassSMUD MosacMark Rober

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41:36

Share Your Story--with Stacy MacDonald

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2024/05/08

Homeschooling mom and Feather River Board member Stacy MacDonald sits down with Rebecca to graciously share her family’s inspiring homeschool story. As a neuro-divergent family, Stacy and her children have navigated many challenges. Their story is one of resilience, creativity, and the ability to thrive against the odds. Tune in for this uplifting episode!NotesFeather River Charter School BoardLet’s Get Real - Parents Weigh-in on Testing, Episode 3:2 of The Sequoia BreezeBright ThinkerBeast

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58:32

Find Help with Student Support and Special Education

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2024/05/01

Join Rebecca as she welcomes Megan Nason, Director of Student Support and Special Education, to shed light on the many pathways available at Sequoia Grove to help support ALL learners. Megan will share about the various program options and address common concerns including whether or not a student needs an Individualized Education Program (IEP). This is one episode you don’t want to miss.NotesHomeschool Helper/Support ServicesSpecialEducation@sequoiagrove.orgLadder Graphic: Steps to Student

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36:19

Welcome to Sequoia Grove

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2024/04/24

In this episode, Sara Greco, Lead Family Liaison and homeschooling veteran, joins Rebecca to talk about homeschooling with our schools. From understanding our unique identity to unraveling the inner workings of our systems, together they explore the options we offer that make us stand out! Be sure to listen in as this episode is packed full of helpful information.NotesClarksville Charter SchoolFeather River Charter SchoolLake View Charter SchoolHomeschool HelperHomeschool Helper - High

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36:48

A Beginner's Guide to Homeschooling

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2024/04/17

Choosing to homeschool is a big decision. It's natural to feel overwhelmed and have a TON questions. Where do you start? What options are out there? Is homeschooling right for me and my kids? In this episode, Rebecca guides you through the essential steps to kick-start your homeschooling adventure. From understanding your options to practical tips for getting started, Rebecca covers it all. Tune in, learn, and embark on your homeschooling journey with confidence!SHOW

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50:53

"I Can" - Clearing Away the Confusion

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/10/18

A powerhouse trio of highly experienced teachers and homeschoolers joins Rebecca today to discuss the “I Can” statements. How do these state standards work into our homeschools? What does the charter school need from us? Homeschool families and teachers alike will find this episode to be helpful and encouraging.I Can Statements on the Homeschool Helper

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54:00

Supporting Gifted Learners

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/10/11

This week, Rebecca welcomes Dr. Alex Ryan, one of our wonderful intervention teachers, to discuss Supporting Your Gifted Learner. Together, they explore the answers to questions including, Is your child gifted? If so, what does that mean for your homeschool? Does a child have to be gifted in all subjects to qualify? What if a child struggles in some areas and excels in others? Listen in as Dr. Ryan helps you identify whether or not your children are gifted and shares some ways you can feed

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64:45

Helping Kids Manage Themselves

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/10/04

HR Mom Melissa Griffin is back! This time, we tackle the nitty-gritty of helping your kids learn to manage themselves and their everyday responsibilities. Don't miss another great episode loaded with great ideas.Lucy in the Chocolate FactoryHRMom on Facebook

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59:27

Ready for Real Life, with HRMom

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/09/27

Every parent wonders, "Have I prepared my kids to survive in the real world? Did I teach them enough?" Melissa Griffin, also known as HRMom, teaches us how to prepare our kids to enter real life with real problem-solving skills--and less anxiety. Find the HRMom community on Facebook.

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68:41

Equipping Families for the Unthinkable

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/09/20

In this episode, we confront the unsettling reality we face when we hear about yet another shooting incident on the news. The initial shock prompts us to turn off the radio and protect our children from the distressing details. However, beneath the relief that our kids are safe from a school shooting, there lingers a nagging fear. Do our children, and do we ourselves, know how to respond if a similar tragedy unfolds in a local store or restaurant?Homeschool dad and police sergeant Seth

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40:39

Raising Siblings for Life

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/09/13

The blessing and the curse of homeschooling: Siblings! The challenges and opportunities that sibling relationships bring require a lot of energy and creativity from parents. Kendra Fletcher, mother and experienced homeschooler of 8 shares the lessons she learned and the ways she helped foster and restore the relationships between her own children. Show notes:Teaching TextbooksKendrafletcher.comFind Kendra on Outschool

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48:19

1000 Hours Outside, with Ginny Yurich

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/09/06

More than 7 hours a day...that's how much time an average American kid spends in front of a screen. What would happen if they spent even HALF that time outdoors, exploring and playing? Ginny Yurich shares with us the immense benefits of setting a goal of 1000 hours outside--maybe even until the street lights come on.Notes:1000hoursoutside.comThere’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather by Linda McGurk52 Ways to Walk by Annabel StreetsOutdoor Kids in an Inside World by Steven RinellaComfort Crisis

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50:57

A Heart for High School

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/08/30

Is homeschooling for high school a good idea? Will your student miss out? Are you up for the challenge? Linda Qian, director of high school for Sequoia Grove, shares her story with us and lays our fears to rest--high school is a great time to homeschool!

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41:21

Plan Your Year with Pam Barnhill

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/08/23

Pam Barnhill joins in to talk about how to get your year under control! No more giving up before you've begun. Her book Plan Your Year outlines how to think through what you do and how to do it. Be inspired to keep going each day with some simple preparation.Show Notes:PamBarnhill.comhttps://simplyconvivial.com/2016/character-building/Plan Your YearContact me!Clarksville ButtonFeather River ButtonLake View Buttonpodcasts@sequoiagrove.org

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46:16

Tour the Lending Library!

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/08/16

Unsure what the Lending Library has to offer? Have you given up trying to get logged in and reserve books? Join me as I interview the Head of Library Services, Chris Hermann. We take an audio tour of the immense store of resources available to you and your family. Don't miss this informative episode that tells what is there and how to get it!Lending Library Information and How-to’sDestiny Discover–the website to reserve booksLink to choose your Park Day locationContact me!Clarksville

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0:53

Season 4 Trailer

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/07/19

Season 4 drops August 16, 2023

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48:32

Showcasing our Students

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/05/31

Amazing projects, clever creativity, big ideas...great things are happening with our Sequoia Grove students! Hear what it was like inside a Student Showcase in May 2023--gather inspiration and join us next year!

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43:40

Rebecca's Homeschool Journey

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/03/29

Four kids and two continents....this is Rebecca's homeschool journey. She shares the good and the regrets. Listen in for ideas, lessons learned, and encouragment in your own homeschool.NOTES:BookSharkDot to Dot in the SkyAfrica is Not a CountryQuote attributed to Jen Wilkin, “Women of the Word.”

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40:31

Building Emotionally Aware Kids--and Parents!

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/03/22

Do your kids have the words to describe how they're feeling? Emotional well-being is crucial for a good learning environment. In this episode, Mary Stein introduces us to the world of Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Listen in for some great resources for all students, TK-12th grade, and even parents!Show Notes:Lakeshore LearningMarc Brackett and the Mood MeterBrene Brown: The Power of VulnerabilityCasel Framework (Casel 5)Cori Doerrfeld booksThe Invisible Boy by Trudy LudwigRuby Finds a

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47:30

Digital Literacy and Internet Safety

The Sequoia Breeze ·

2023/03/15

Equipping our kids to be safe in the digital world, while still helping them to learn the necessary skills is a tricky job! Trisha Brandow joins me to talk about how to navigate this important topic.Common Sense Media EducationHow to Break Up with Your PhoneThe Safetech Family PodcastSOS FBI curriculumGoogle Internet Safety CurriculumGood Pictures/Bad PicturesFight the New DrugResources from Trisha:Digital Literacy and Internet Safety Parent ResourcesDigital Literacy and Internet Safety

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