{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"188: Homeschooling ADHD Kids: How to Build Education That Fits with Leslee Dirnberger","description":"Let\u2019s be honest,  public school wasn\u2019t designed for kids with ADHD. Too often, these kids are labeled, misunderstood, and pushed into systems that don\u2019t fit how their brains learn best. But what if the problem isn\u2019t your child, but the system itself? In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay, ADHD health practitioner and founder of the ADHD Thrive Method for Kids speaks with Leslie Dernberger, founder of Aspire Education, mom of four, and one of the nation\u2019s leading experts in K\u201312 education for neurodiverse learners. Drawing on her legal background and over a decade of experience helping families, Leslie unpacks why traditional schooling often fails ADHD kids and what parents can do about it. From understanding homeschool laws and navigating deschooling, to structuring the day and busting common misconceptions, this episode is filled with practical guidance and encouragement. Whether you\u2019re curious about homeschooling, exploring hybrid options, or just want to better support your child\u2019s learning, this conversation will give you hope and actionable tools. Links Mentioned in the Show:\u25b6 Aspire Education: https:\/\/www.aspireeducation.us\/ \u25b6 Homeschool Legal Defense Association (HSLDA): https:\/\/hslda.org Key Takeaways: [00:00] Public school isn\u2019t built for many ADHD learners andwhy fit-the-mold systems backfire. [02:37] Meet Leslie Dirnberger (Aspire Education): mom of four, homeschool veteran, legal background, supports thousands of families. [04:23] The \u201ccatalyst event\u201d: what finally pushes parents to seek alternatives. [06:03] Spotting the signal: \u201cthe spark is gone\u201d and nothing at school is fixing it. [07:16] First steps legally: understand your state\u2019s rules; public vs. private education; where homeschooling fits. [10:05] Deschooling 101: reset the parent first; museum\/nature learning to reconnect. [13:38] Foundation step: define \u201ca good education\u201d as a family; ask kids what learning should look like. [15:24] Myth-busting socialization: why homeschoolers often get better real-world social practice. [18:30] Colleges love homeschoolers: time management, self-advocacy, executive function. [26:27] Standardized tests miss the mark, especially for ADHD,  focus on mastery instead. Memorable Moments: "The truth is, your child doesn\u2019t need to be fixed. They need an education that actually fits their brain.\u201d \u201cThere is a catalyst event that has occurred that creates a situation that the parents go, wait a second, let\u2019s take a step back here.\u201d \u201cThe spark has gone out, the light has gone out of their eyes and the parents know something\u2019s wrong.\u201d \u201cThe hardest part of homeschooling? Looking myself in the mirror and challenging my own beliefs.\u201d \u201cWhat does a good education look like for your family and for your children?\u201d \u201cNothing could be further from the truth \u2014 homeschoolers are often better socialized.\u201d \u201cColleges love homeschoolers because they know how to manage their time and advocate for themselves.\u201d \u201cAccreditation is a game. It is absolutely garbage. It doesn\u2019t mean a thing.\u201d \u201cEverything is geared towards standardized testing in government schools. And that\u2019s why they\u2019re in a box and they ram it through, which is terrible for ADHD kids.\u201d \u201cYour children can own their own education and advocate for themselves at school.\u201d Dana Kay Resources: \ud83d\udd17WEBSITES: \u25b6 https:\/\/adhdthriveinstitute.com\/ \u25b6 https:\/\/dana-kay.com\/ \ud83d\udc4bSOCIALS: \u25b6 Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ADHDThriveInstitute\/ \u25b6 Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/adhdthriveinstitute\/ \u25b6 YouTube: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/ADHDThriveInstitute \u25b6 LinkedIn: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/adhd-thrive-institute\/mycompany\/ \u25b6 Pinterest: https:\/\/www.pinterest.ph\/adhdthriveinstitute\/ \u25b6 Tiktok: https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@adhd_thriveinstitute \ud83d\udcd5INTERNATIONAL  BEST SELLING BOOK: \u25b6 Thriving with ADHD \u2013 https:\/\/adhdthriveinstitute.com\/book\/ \ud83d\udcbbFREE MASTERCLASS \u25b6 Free Reduce ADHD Symptoms Naturally Masterclass - https:\/\/bit.ly\/3GAbFQl \u2b50COURSES & PROGRAMS \u25b6 ADHD Parenting Course \u2013 https:\/\/info.adhdthriveinstitute.com\/parentingadhd \u25b6 ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids Program \u2013 https:\/\/adhdthriveinstitute.com\/packages\/ ","author_name":"Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD","author_url":"http:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/402857\/site","html":"