Welcome to Beyond the Schoolhouse—discovering the best of public, private, homeschool, and alternative learning. Join your host Sarah McCubbin as we explore the many ways kids learn—inside classrooms, at the kitchen table, online, and beyond. Each week you’ll hear conversations with parents, educators, authors, entrepreneurs, and education leaders who are reimagining what learning can look like. My goal is to inspire and equip you with stories, strategies, and resources so you can make the best education choices for your family right now.
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Beyond The Schoolhouse: Discovering The Best of Public, Private, Homeschool & Alternative Education is a education podcast hosted by Sarah McCubbin, with 15 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.
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Beyond The Schoolhouse: Discovering The Best of Public, Private, Homeschool & Alternative Education
How to Curate Your Child’s Education With EdTech and Clear Goals with Karim Kuperhause
Aug 16, 202643 min
Learn how Karim Kuperhause creates effective educational resources for schools and ed tech companies. See his approach here. This episode of Beyond the Schoolhouse features an introduction to Kareem Cooperhouse, a professional with extensive experience bridging the gap between classroom needs and educational technology. We examine his specific methods for building tools designed to support teachers and administrators. If you are interested in ed tech development, you will gain insight into how to design better educational resources. We discuss his history of collaborating with various institutions to improve student learning outcomes and operational efficiency within the school system. Subscribe for weekly educational leadership breakdowns, and comment below on which industry topics you want us to cover next. Karim is a thought leader in education and runs an education accelerator through HierLearning.com He is also the author of The Great Unlock: How AI Is Making the Future of Learning More Human https://amzn.to/4x6cXMf Join us as we talk about: The true definition and scope of edtech inside and outside the classroom Why only a small fraction of edtech solutions directly improve student outcomes How parents can set clear expectations and use metrics to evaluate learning tools The challenge of student motivation and the potential of AI-powered personalized learning The importance of co-design, open communication, and adaptability in education decisions To connect with Sarah, visit SarahMcCubbin.com
Beyond The Schoolhouse: Discovering The Best of Public, Private, Homeschool & Alternative Education
Homeschool High School: Finding Resources, and Fostering Independence with Kym Kent
Jul 29, 202640 min
Thinking about homeschooling your child through high school? In this episode, Kym Kent shares practical advice and addresses common concerns for parents navigating the high school years at home. Why homeschooling through high school is not as daunting as it seems How to tap into resources, dual enrollment, and affordable learning opportunities The critical role of community and how to find or create your support network Strategies for motivating teens and aligning academics with real-world goals Addressing the “failure to launch” concern and setting your child up for post-graduation success Connect With Kym! website: https://extendhomeschool.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExtendHomeschool Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/extendhomeschool/ Connect with Sarah: sarah@tenminutemomentum.com
Beyond The Schoolhouse: Discovering The Best of Public, Private, Homeschool & Alternative Education
Raising Children for Greatness: The Blue Manor Academy Approach
Jul 7, 202653 min
In this episode, Britton LaTulippe shares his innovative approach to education through Blue Manor Academy, emphasizing character, leadership, and the subjects of greatness. Discover how his model integrates traditional elite prep school principles into an online platform to cultivate future leaders. Keywords: education, leadership, character, prep school, online schooling, Blue Manor Academy, raising children, greatness, homeschooling, character development Key Topics The concept of raising children for greatness The difference between traditional prep schools and Blue Manor The role of character and leadership in education The monitorial system and student-led authority The importance of teaching wisdom and virtue The integration of body, mind, and spirit in schooling The history of elite families and their educational principles The practical application of leadership training for children The online platform and curriculum of Blue Manor The importance of family and community in education Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Britton LaTulippe and Blue Manor Academy 06:58 Defining Elite Prep Schools and Their Purpose 13:11 The Importance of Character and Leadership in Education 18:16 Subjects of Greatness: Family, Wealth, and Leadership 23:33 The Monitorial System: Student-Led Leadership in Education 28:33 Leadership in Action: Student-Led Initiatives 30:59 The Importance of Experience in Leadership 36:24 Foundations of Leadership Education 38:43 Evolving Educational Philosophy 44:57 Connecting with Blue Manor Academy
Beyond The Schoolhouse: Discovering The Best of Public, Private, Homeschool & Alternative Education
How a Tragedy Led a Teacher to Start Homeschooling Her Children
Jun 9, 202652 min
In this episode, Join Sarah McCubbin as she talks with Christy Serra-Gandara, a former teacher turned homeschool parent, about the realities, challenges, and rewards of homeschooling after leaving classroom teaching. In this candid discussion, they dive into what really changes when a teacher chooses to educate her own children at home. Why Christy decided to leave classroom teaching and homeschool her kids How being a teacher both helped and complicated her transition to homeschooling The biggest differences between school learning and homeschooling—motivation, structure, and flexibility Dealing with misconceptions teachers and others have about homeschool families What has changed in homeschooling since the early 2000s, and advice for parents considering the switch Connect with Christy at HappyHiveHomeschool.com Timestamps: 00:00 Leaving school to homeschool 05:15 Transitioning from school to homeschool 06:39 Teaching kids to read at home 10:54 Motivation in Education 15:07 Finding a family routine 18:22 Homeschooling flexibility vs. classroom rigidity 22:13 Funny homeschool misunderstanding 23:49 Homeschooling and self-paced learning 28:11 Being foster parents and homeschoolers 29:31 Judgment on homeschooling in public 35:04 Kids' Career Paths and Interests 36:14 Kids' Educational and Career Paths 42:02 Homeschooling becoming more accepted 44:22 Changing views on education value 46:46 Homeschooling with family involvement 49:35 Life with a young child
Building Learning Pods and Alternative Education Communities with Jean Lee
May 7, 202637 minS0
<p>In this episode, Sarah McCubbin sits down with Jean Lee, a leading voice in alternative education, to discuss the rise of learning pods, their structure, and how to start your own learning community. With over 100 students engaged in her Indianapolis-based pod, Jean Lee shares practical advice, her accidental journey into pod-creation, and how these innovative learning environments can support students and families.<br /><br />To Connect With Jean, visit TheAcademyofChaos.com</p><h2>Key Topics & Timestamps</h2>00:00 – Introduction & Why There’s Never a Perfect Time to Start00:23 – What are Learning Pods?01:23 – The Difference Between Co-ops, Micro Schools, and Learning Pods03:3...
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