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After a decade of teaching in different settings, Ellen Finnigan began to ask herself, ‘What if I could teach how I want to?’.  Ellen had taught online, was a writing coach for homeschooled students, and taught in a hybrid school, but after several years, she was beginning to feel burnt out. From this inner wrestling, […]

We’re excited to have Heidi Treu back on the show with us today! Heidi is the co-founder and executive Director of West Virginia Academy,  West Virginia’s first tuition-free wraparound community school.​ In just its 2nd year, West Virginia Academy was announced as a finalist for the prestigious 2023 Yass Prize Award for education. The Yass

Trinity Christian School is more than just an educational institution; it’s a nurturing community built on the belief that a strong foundation in academics, faith, and character development creates resilient individuals. At Trinity, students embark on a transformative journey where academic excellence harmonizes with spiritual growth.  The school believes that a strong partnership between students,

In this episode of We Have Hope, I reflect on the highlights of 2024 and share my thoughts on what’s to come in 2025, especially around the HOPE Scholarship and school choice here in West Virginia. I discuss the importance of being proactive in your child’s education and how the HOPE Scholarship has opened up new

  In today’s insightful conversation, we had the pleasure of speaking with Kristen Adkins, an education consultant and former foster parent deeply entrenched in the foster care system. Kristen’s journey is one of immense transitions, highlighting the transformative power of community, compassion, and finding one’s purpose. Kristen embarked on her professional journey as a dedicated

  In today’s conversation, we are chatting with Dr. Norrine Russell, founder of Russell Coaching for Students. Russell Coaching specializes in helping students with complex ADHD. This may look like a very unmotivated teen who struggles with homework, organization, planning and more. Their coaches are experts in providing services to students with multiple diagnoses. Dr. Norrine

  In today’s episode, we are chatting with Melissa Mohr, Head of School at City On A Hill Christian Academy. Melissa has been in the private school setting for 19 years and in education for even longer. City On A Hill opened in the fall of 2022 after Melissa and a group of educators saw

  In this episode, we delve into the world of making science an exciting journey for families and students. Our guest, Scott Burns from Home Science Tools, joins us to explore the ways in which their company is revolutionizing the accessibility of science education.   Scott shares insights into the challenges students and families face

  When Mariah Burnley couldn’t find the right childcare option for her 9 month old, the opportunity arose to open her own center. Within her second year of opening, her husband was able to retire from his 90 hour a week job and work alongside her.   We love Mariah’s story so much, and are

  We’re excited to introduce today’s guest, Love Your School West Virginia’s new Executive Director, Buster Nicholson! Buster has worked in the public school system as a teacher and administrator. He had his own tutoring center, and he & his wife of 33 years homeschooled their children from 1998-2021.   In today’s episode, we dive