Non-Traditional Education (Radio Interview at The Beach 88.5FM)

Non-Traditional Education (Radio Interview at The Beach 88.5FM)

Author: Amber Scotchburn March 3, 2019 Duration: 12:13
Amber Scotchburn was recently interviewed by Dave Graham on 88.5 FM The Beach radio station. Amber shared her experience with children expressing interest in different educational paths.  Part one of her story explores a non-traditional approach to education, and options available for parents. Is your child interested in technology, movies, ..Continue Reading

Amber Scotchburn hosts Parenting…With A Twist, a conversation for anyone who finds the standard advice doesn't quite fit their family's reality. This isn't about theoretical ideals or perfect scenarios; it's grounded in the messy, wonderful, and often surprising day-to-day life of raising children. Each episode feels like a candid chat with a thoughtful friend, one who understands that the path to raising capable, kind kids is rarely a straight line. You'll hear honest stories, practical strategies that have been tested in real homes, and perspectives that challenge the usual parenting scripts. The focus here is on success defined by connection and character, not just checklists and achievements. Tune in for a sense of camaraderie and a fresh take on the common challenges every family faces. This podcast is built on the simple, powerful belief that ordinary parents are already equipped to do extraordinary things, they just sometimes need a new angle. Join Amber to find that twist that makes everything click.
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Parenting…With A Twist
Podcast Episodes
Homework 1— Just Do It! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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“Help! I’d like my child to do their homework without a fight.” From: A Frustrated Parent
The Simplicity of Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Help! My child is “acting up”! Without a psychology degree, you, yes you, can raise a successful child as life is actually pretty simple!
Fixed Versus Growth Mindset [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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What we feed grows! Think of a flower when it doesn’t bloom, we don’t put the blame on the flower; we look at the environment the flower is in and see if it’s getting what it needs to grow. Let’s do the same for our chil…
Parent-Teacher Conference 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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If it’s important to see your child’s mark change, then you need to have a conference with the teacher and ask some very specific questions. Here is last 7 out of 16 questions.
Parent-Teacher Conference 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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If it’s important to see your child’s mark change, then you need to have a conference with the teacher and ask some very specific questions. Here is the first of 9 out of 16 questions.
Report Card – A Child Is Not Their Grade [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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A difficult part is that a child earns status in school, and potentially, in the rest of their world, depending on their school performance. Children are not the letter grades that they get.
Report Card – Demystifying Grades [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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An “A” is great for certain kids, but for some kids, a “C+” is amazing. How do we not judge our kids for the grades they get? Better yet, how do we help our kids to not judge themselves compared to others?
T.E.A.M. & Accountability Partner [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Together Everybody Achieves More (T.E.A.M.) Invite people to be on your T.E.A.M. that are going to hold you accountable and be your cheerleader as you embark on being the best parent you can be!
My Why…How Did I Come Up With The Twist? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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My friend Sarah committed suicide when I was in high school which defined my career path. Sarah became stuck in her life story and didn’t know how to move beyond it. My mission in life is to have people not be defined by…
Take Your Power Back…Remove Your Lenses! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Our experiences shape how we see situations and therefore, how we (re)act to life. Be conscious of what you want out of life, where you stop yourself and where you limit yourself.