In this episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations, host Peggy Ployhar welcomes Amir Nathoo, CEO and co-founder of Outschool, to explore how online learning is transforming the homeschool experience—especially for unique learners. Amir shares Outschool’s mission to spark curiosity and self-directed learning through innovative, interest-based live classes, and how the platform has become a powerful tool for families seeking flexible, personalized education. Drawing on new research, Amir and Peggy discuss the shift in parental expectations post-pandemic, the rise in homeschooling and microschooling, and why more families are turning to alternative models that prioritize safety, creativity, and real-world readiness. Whether you’re homeschooling a neurodiverse learner or just curious about the future of education, this conversation is packed with insight, encouragement, and possibilities.

 

To connect with Amir and his resources, use this link: https://outschool.com/

 

To learn about the other Empowering Homeschool Conversations Co-Hosts and their resources, visit:

https://www.spedhomeschool.com/

https://annieyorty.com/

https://www.leilanimelendez.com/

https://elarplearning.com/

https://solimaracademy.com/

 

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In this episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations, host Peggy Ployhar welcomes Amir Nathoo, CEO and co-founder of Outschool, to explore how online learning is transforming the homeschool experience&mdash;especially for unique learners. Amir shares Outschool&rsquo;s mission to spark curiosity and self-directed learning through innovative, interest-based live classes, and how the platform has become a powerful tool for families seeking flexible, personalized education. Drawing on new research, Amir and Peggy discuss the shift in parental expectations post-pandemic, the rise in homeschooling and microschooling, and why more families are turning to alternative models that prioritize safety, creativity, and real-world readiness. Whether you&rsquo;re homeschooling a neurodiverse learner or just curious about the future of education, this conversation is packed with insight, encouragement, and possibilities.
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To connect with Amir and his resources, use this link: <a href="https://outschool.com/">https://outschool.com/</a>
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To learn about the other Empowering Homeschool Conversations Co-Hosts and their resources, visit:
<a href="https://www.spedhomeschool.com/">https://www.spedhomeschool.com/</a>
<a href="https://annieyorty.com/">https://annieyorty.com/</a>
<a href="https://www.leilanimelendez.com/">https://www.leilanimelendez.com/</a>
<a href="https://elarplearning.com/">https://elarplearning.com/</a>
<a href="https://solimaracademy.com/">https://solimaracademy.com/</a>
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Make sure to subscribe, share and comment!
Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/

Welcome to Empowering Homeschool Conversations, your authority in navigating the world of homeschooling diverse learners. 

Featuring Peggy Ployhar from SPED Homeschool, Annie Yorty from AnnieYorty.com, Leilani Melendez from Living with Eve, Stephanie Buckwalter from ELARP Learning, and Dawn Jackson from Dawn Jackson Educational Consulting & Tutoring.

With over 75 years of combined homeschooling expertise, experiences, and perspectives, this group is eager to share their wealth of wisdom to empower your homeschooling journey.

So, grab your favorite mug, settle in and get ready for insightful discussions, valuable insights, and practical tips as these experts and their guests dive into the hottest topics in homeschooling. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler, just considering this path, or anywhere in between you don't want to miss a minute of these enlightening conversations that will empower your child to thrive in their homeschool environment.

Join us to give your homeschool the power boost it needs to successfully educate the unique learners in your home.

Would you like to view our upcoming broadcast schedule? VIsit this page to see our upcoming calendar of guests and discussions. 

And, make sure to join the ongoing Empowering Homeschool Conversations Group to submit your questions ahead of the show AND to join us for post-show conversations. 

Links to Us:

https://spedhomeschool.com/

https://annieyorty.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve

https://elarplearning.com/

https://solimaracademy.com/

Welcome to Empowering Homeschool Conversations, your authority in navigating the world of homeschooling diverse learners. 
Featuring Peggy Ployhar from <a href="https://spedhomeschool.com/">SPED Homeschool</a>, Annie Yorty from <a href="http://annieyorty.com">AnnieYorty.com</a>, Leilani Melendez from <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve">Living with Eve</a>, Stephanie Buckwalter from <a href="https://elarplearning.com/">ELARP Learning</a>, and Dawn Jackson from Dawn Jackson <a href="https://solimaracademy.com/">Educational Consulting &amp; Tutoring</a>.
With over 75 years of combined homeschooling expertise, experiences, and perspectives, this group is eager to share their wealth of wisdom to empower your homeschooling journey.
So, grab your favorite mug, settle in and get ready for insightful discussions, valuable insights, and practical tips as these experts and their guests dive into the hottest topics in homeschooling. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler, just considering this path, or anywhere in between you don't want to miss a minute of these enlightening conversations that will empower your child to thrive in their homeschool environment.
Join us to give your homeschool the power boost it needs to successfully educate the unique learners in your home.
Would you like to view our upcoming broadcast schedule? VIsit <a href="https://www.spedhomeschool.com/calendar" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.spedhomeschool.com/calendar&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1725443900686000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1LeDnIrq-iB6Bc4L_MBpOr">this page</a> to see our upcoming calendar of guests and discussions. 
And, make sure to join the ongoing <a href="https://www.spedhomeschool.com/groups/tuesday-empowering-conversations" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.spedhomeschool.com/groups/tuesday-empowering-conversations&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1725443900686000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2m1V7tHfGe--MntqRkn4UM">Empowering Homeschool Conversations Group </a>to submit your questions ahead of the show AND to join us for post-show conversations. 
Links to Us:
<a href="https://spedhomeschool.com/">https://spedhomeschool.com/</a>
<a href="https://annieyorty.com/">https://annieyorty.com/</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve">https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve</a>
<a href="https://elarplearning.com/">https://elarplearning.com/</a>
<a href="https://solimaracademy.com/">https://solimaracademy.com/</a>

Power up your at home teaching strategies with Empowering Homeschool Conversations! Join Peggy Ployhar, Founder & CEO of SPED Homeschool, as she hosts a special guest each week for a conversation that will empower you to teach successfully at home.

Empowering Homeschool Conversations

Welcome to Empowering Homeschool Conversations, your authority in navigating the world of homeschooling diverse learners. 

Featuring Peggy Ployhar from SPED Homeschool, Annie Yorty from AnnieYorty.com, Leilani Melendez from Living with Eve, Stephanie Buckwalter from ELARP Learning, and Dawn Jackson from Dawn Jackson Educational Consulting & Tutoring.

With over 75 years of combined homeschooling expertise, experiences, and perspectives, this group is eager to share their wealth of wisdom to empower your homeschooling journey.

So, grab your favorite mug, settle in and get ready for insightful discussions, valuable insights, and practical tips as these experts and their guests dive into the hottest topics in homeschooling. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler, just considering this path, or anywhere in between you don't want to miss a minute of these enlightening conversations that will empower your child to thrive in their homeschool environment.

Join us to give your homeschool the power boost it needs to successfully educate the unique learners in your home.

Would you like to view our upcoming broadcast schedule? VIsit this page to see our upcoming calendar of guests and discussions. 

And, make sure to join the ongoing Empowering Homeschool Conversations Group to submit your questions ahead of the show AND to join us for post-show conversations. 



Links to Us:

https://spedhomeschool.com/

https://annieyorty.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve

https://elarplearning.com/

https://solimaracademy.com/

Welcome to Empowering Homeschool Conversations, your authority in navigating the world of homeschooling diverse learners. 
Featuring Peggy Ployhar from <a href="https://spedhomeschool.com/">SPED Homeschool</a>, Annie Yorty from <a href="http://annieyorty.com">AnnieYorty.com</a>, Leilani Melendez from <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve">Living with Eve</a>, Stephanie Buckwalter from <a href="https://elarplearning.com/">ELARP Learning</a>, and Dawn Jackson from Dawn Jackson <a href="https://solimaracademy.com/">Educational Consulting &amp; Tutoring</a>.
With over 75 years of combined homeschooling expertise, experiences, and perspectives, this group is eager to share their wealth of wisdom to empower your homeschooling journey.
So, grab your favorite mug, settle in and get ready for insightful discussions, valuable insights, and practical tips as these experts and their guests dive into the hottest topics in homeschooling. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler, just considering this path, or anywhere in between you don't want to miss a minute of these enlightening conversations that will empower your child to thrive in their homeschool environment.
Join us to give your homeschool the power boost it needs to successfully educate the unique learners in your home.
Would you like to view our upcoming broadcast schedule? VIsit <a href="https://www.spedhomeschool.com/calendar">this page</a> to see our upcoming calendar of guests and discussions. 
And, make sure to join the ongoing <a href="https://www.spedhomeschool.com/groups/tuesday-empowering-conversations">Empowering Homeschool Conversations Group </a>to submit your questions ahead of the show AND to join us for post-show conversations. 
 
Links to Us:
<a href="https://spedhomeschool.com/">https://spedhomeschool.com/</a>
<a href="https://annieyorty.com/">https://annieyorty.com/</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve">https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve</a>
<a href="https://elarplearning.com/">https://elarplearning.com/</a>
<a href="https://solimaracademy.com/">https://solimaracademy.com/</a>

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