NWEF Blogcast

Christian education for public school students. Does that make you stop and think? Is that even legal? Yet that’s what LifeWise is doing. They want children to know about God and have a safe area to practice their faith. How are they able to do this? What does the law have to say? We’ll answer these questions, and many more, in today’s episode.LINK TO PUBLISHED ARTICLE :https://noahwebstereducationalfoundation.org/christian-instruction-for-public-school-students-is-it-legal/GET CONNECTED WITH...

Parents are a child’s first educator. After they leave for school at five or six years old, a lot of that responsibility is transferred to teachers. But not all of it. As a parent, you still have so much work to do! And that includes making small changes at home so your child’s teacher has a good foundation to work off.LINK TO PUBLISHED ARTICLE: https://noahwebstereducationalfoundation.org/teachers-helper/GET CONNECTED WITH NWEFLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nwef.org/Follow us ...

Who gets the final say in children’s gender issues? That’s right: parents. Not long ago, Virginia established this as standard policy in schools. Let’s take a look at what this means for parents, children, and school staff, as well as what Governor Glenn Youngkin had to say about these changes.LINK TO PUBLISHED ARTICLE: https://noahwebstereducationalfoundation.org/vdoe-new-model-policies-parental-rights-transgender-students/GET CONNECTED WITH NWEFLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/...

Does your child need special help in school? Maybe he or she is struggling with a disability that makes it difficult to cope with the typical public school curriculum. In that case an IEP, or Individualized Education Program, can come in handy. In this episode, we’ll explore the qualifications for an IEP, how to get an assessment, and more.LINK TO PUBLISHED ARTICLE :https://noahwebstereducationalfoundation.org/whats-an-iep-individual-education-program/GET CONNECTED WITH NWEFLike us on Faceboo...

Parental rights in California have gone downhill in recent years, and now parents may face new challenges as they fight for their children’s safety in school board meetings. In this episode, we’ll be discussing a bill that recently came before the California senate which targets these concerned parents and may make it even more difficult to question schools’ authority.LINK TO PUBLISHED ARTICLE:https://noahwebstereducationalfoundation.org/ca-bill-targets-parents-for-speaking-up-at-board-meetin...

The modern education landscape is full of choices. Some schooling methods are experimental. Others are tried and true. Today, we’re looking at a fairly new twist on traditional public school: magnet schools. What are they? Are they an option you should explore, or should you steer clear?LINK TO PUBLISHED ARTICLE :https://noahwebstereducationalfoundation.org/the-pros-and-cons-of-selecting-a-magnet-school-for-your-student/GET CONNECTED WITH NWEFLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nwef...

Do you strive to have lasting relationships with your students? Do you like the idea of having the same students for more than just a year? This is actually made possible with a teaching method called “looping.” And it’s not just an interesting idea: teachers, parents, students, and administrators across the country are coming to see the benefits of looping. Could it be just the thing you’ve been looking for?LINK TO PUBLISHED ARTICLE: https://noahwebstereducationalfoundation.org/why-looping-m...

“Homeschoolers aren’t very social.” It’s a phrase that’s been repeated so many times it’s become a stereotype. But is it true? That’s what we’re going to unpack on this episode of the blogcast.LINK TO PUBLISHED ARTICLE: https://noahwebstereducationalfoundation.org/the-truth-about-homeschooling-and-socialization/GET CONNECTED WITH NWEFLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nwef.org/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NWEF_orgFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nwef_or...

We’ve only just begun to understand how babies and toddlers think and grow. But there’s no doubt that they have incredible little minds. Today we’re diving into the science behind instinctual learning in children, from the time they’re still in the womb to their first words and beyond. We’ll also answer the question: how can a parent foster curiosity and exploratory learning?LINK TO PUBLISHED ARTICLE: https://noahwebstereducationalfoundation.org/from-birth-to-brilliance-the-science-of-instinc...

Holistic educational models have been around for a long time. Throughout history, from classical education to unschooling, parents and educators have hoped to instill a love of learning in children and allow them to grow at their own pace. In this episode, we’re looking at yet another method of education that pulls from this holistic model. Listen in as we discover the Montessori method, its origins, popularity, and whether a Montessori school is right for your child.LINK TO PUBLISHED ARTICLE...

Generally speaking, standardized tests are administered in most first-world countries. But the objectives (and outcomes) of these tests vary dramatically across the globe. For the U.S,. standardized testing is a drawn out debate spanning decades. The Center for Global Development has their own case to present on the matter: standardized tests are a brilliant tool when properly implemented. Are we in the U.S. using ours to the best advantage for our students? LINK TO PUBLISHED ARTICLE:&nb...

Deschooling is a popular term that sounds rather alarming, but don’t worry. It doesn’t mean throwing reading, writing, and arithmetic out the window. It’s more of a transition stage from a public or private school setting to a homeschooling one. Obviously, there’s a big difference, and it’s important that you and your kids ease into learning at home. You don’t want to get overwhelmed right at the start! So listen in as we share some tips on deschooling and help you decide if it’s the right ch...

Does your teen know what they want to do after high school? Kids today are bombarded with possibilities, so it’s no wonder that they’re often uncertain. They could start a career, go to college, learn a trade, start a business, get a job. Today we’re bringing you part two in our series on the pros and cons of some of the common school and career paths. By the end, we hope you’ll be equipped to help your teen sift through the options and find the best fit!LINK TO PUBLISHED ARTICLE: https://noa...

Options: they’re freeing, yet sometimes overwhelming. And as our kids grow older and think about life after high school, the options begin to pile up. College, gap year, trade school, career. It’s not an easy decision for a teen to make. To be the supportive parent is even more difficult. But don’t worry. In this two part series, we’re going to lay all the choices out there and see if they’re a good fit for your teen. In this first installment, we’re going to compare the benefits of the big t...

Cyberbullying is worse than ever. Social media, games, and messaging platforms make it easy for people to attack our kids and experience little to no consequences for their actions. As a result, children rarely have any real safe spaces and mental health is plummeting. Today we’re discussing how to tell if a child is being bullied online and how we can better protect them at home and in the classroom, so stay tuned.LINK TO PUBLISHED ARTICLE: https://noahwebstereducationalfoundation.org/cyberb...