The Sequoia Breeze

Leadership with Heart

Season 9 kicks off with a conversation that's just as relevant today as when it first aired. We're revisiting one of our favorite episodes as Rebecca sits down with Exec

Learning Never Ends

​Spoiler: none of us can teach our children everything they’ll need to know before they leave home. So what can we give them? A love of learning, the confidence to try ne

Where Does All the Time Go?

​Most of us think in terms of 24 hours in a day, but what if we started thinking in terms of 168 hours in a week? Suddenly, time feels a little different.  So where does

Animals in Our Homeschool

Does your family have animals? Are you considering it? Whether you have cuddly pets, reptilian friends, or animals that serve a purpose in your home, there is much for st

Unleash Your Genius!

State testing season is here. For many homeschool families, that can bring questions—or even a little stress. In this episode of the Sequoia Breeze Podcast, we take a cl

Conquering the CAASPP with Mr. D!

Did you know there’s real support available when state testing feels overwhelming? This month on The Sequoia Breeze, Rebecca LaSavio is joined by Denis DiNoia, creator o

Consistency: The Secret to Homeschool Success

What does real consistency look like in a homeschool—beyond perfect plans and good intentions? In this episode, I sit down with longtime homeschooler and community leader

The Wisdom of Generations

In this special episode that’s just in time for the holiday season, Rebecca sits down with author Isabel Tom to explore the heart behind her book, The Value of Wrinkles.

Confidence & Flexibility: Making the Most of Course Outlines in High School

High school brings exciting opportunities for deeper learning and personal growth. With the right tools, homeschooling through this stage can be both manageable and meani

Finding the Essentials in Homeschooling

What does it look like to homeschool with more peace and less overwhelm? In this episode, Rebecca sits down with friend and fellow Family Liaison, Beka Heath, a homeschoo

Homeschooling with Purpose

Homeschooling isn’t about doing all the things — it’s about doing the right things. With so many curriculum options and extracurricular opportunities available, it’s easy

Continuing the Conversation: An AB 84 Update

Cynthia Rachel from A.P.P.L.E is back! AB 84 has passed the Assembly and is now headed to the State Senate. If signed into law, this bill could significantly impact our f

Gathering Homeschoolers Together in Northern California

In this episode, your host, Rebecca LaSavio, sits down with Stephanie Slade, the visionary founder behind the Northern California Homeschool Convention. Whether you’re a

AB 84 and Your Family - What You Need to Know

AB 84 is a bill that, if passed, could drastically impact our flex-based charter school model and affect all of our families. In this episode, Rebecca interviews Cynthia

That's a Wrap!

Rebecca concludes season 6 with a wrap up of 11 great episodes and asks you to join her in remembering the highlights! Show Notes: Clarksville Voice Message Feather Ri

Our Littlest Homeschoolers, part 2

 Come back for more! In Part 2 of this conversation, Rebecca and her sisters-in-law continue discussing how to give our TK and Kindergarten students a healthy start to sc

Our Littlest Homeschoolers, part 1

In this week's episode, Rebecca sits down with Eliza Reed and Elisabeth Harmon to discuss homeschooling ideas for our littlest, and most excited learners—TK and Kindergar

Smart Homeschooling with AI

Whether we like it or not, AI is here to stay. What are the implications of artificial intelligence for our students? Can AI be a helpful tool in homeschool education? Ho

Introducing Sequoia Studio

In this episode, Rebecca welcomes Jenna Clifton, Lead Art Teacher, and Carrie Liebrich, Music Teacher to discuss the launch of Sequoia Studio, a brand new program dedicat

Curious Questions with Erika Barrish

Educational best practices increasingly emphasize using questions that ignite curiosity and engage students deeply in the learning process. This inquiry approach goes bey