Are you looking for a way to help your high school student earn college credits—or even an associate degree—while completing high school? True North Academy’s Dual Degree Academic Advising is here to guide you through the process! Our expert advisors provide personalized academic planning, course selection support, and ongoing guidance to ensure your student stays on track to achieve their educational goals. With our help, your family can confidently navigate dual enrollment, saving both time...
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If your student is thinking about taking Genetics spring semester, now is the time to act. Dr. Moon’s science classes — Biology, Chemistry, and Anatomy & Physiology — sold out at record speed this year. Families know her engaging teaching style and high academic standards are hard to beat. This spring, she’s offering an in-depth Genetics course for high schoolers who want to take their science studies further. Whether your student is planning for a STEM career or simply curious about the...
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The One Tool Every Homeschooler Needs to Teach Critical Thinking Published on May 30, 2025 📝 Show Notes: What if you had a simple, flexible, powerful tool that could teach your kids to think deeply about anything? In this episode, Lisa Nehring and Gina Glenn dive into the Five Common Topics—an ancient method (thank you, Aristotle!) that works beautifully in modern homeschooling. Whether you’re classically inclined or just want a stronger framework for conversation and learning, this method is...
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Credits Are the Currency of High School—Here’s How to Make Every Hour Count Published on May 28, 2025 📝 Show Notes: If you’ve ever wondered, “How many hours = one high school credit?” or “Am I giving my teen credit for all they’re doing?” — this episode is for you. Lisa Nehring breaks down what a high school credit really is, how to track them properly, and why credits matter more than ever in a world where college admissions, scholarships, and transcripts all speak the same language: credit...
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Anxiety Is Rising—Here’s One Simple, Proven Way to Help Your Teen Published on May 27, 2025 📝 Show Notes: We’ve all heard it: this is the Anxious Generation. Teen mental health is at an all-time low—and many parents feel powerless to help. But what if there were a simple, research-backed practice that reduces anxiety, improves decision-making, and even strengthens identity? In this episode, Lisa Nehring shares the surprising impact of regular Bible reading on mental health and emotional...
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The #1 Skill Teens Need That’s NOT on the Transcript Published on May 26, 2025 Are you unintentionally holding your teen back from independence? Discover how to build grit, resilience, and self-advocacy—three skills every teen needs to thrive in their defining decade. Foster Independence, Build Grit, and Raise Self-Advocating Teens Does your teen struggle with responsibility or constantly lean on you to solve their problems? This episode is your call to action. In today’s installment of the...
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The Money Mindset That Sets Teens Up for Success Published on May 24, 2025 The Money Mindset That Sets Teens Up for Success What if your teen’s financial habits now could determine their freedom later? In today’s episode, Lisa Nehring breaks down one of the most critical (and often overlooked) skills teens need before they hit their 20s: financial literacy. From budgeting basics to lifestyle-based planning, we’ll explore practical ways to teach your homeschool teen how to think clearly—and...
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The #1 Habit Teens Need Before 20 (That Most Don’t Learn) Published on May 23, 2025 🎙 Episode 3: Goal Setting for the Defining Decade In today’s episode of our “Defining Decade” series, Lisa Nehring dives deep into one of the most practical — and powerful — tools we can equip our teens with: goal setting. From planners and family check-ins to lifestyle vision casting and project management, this episode will help you understand how to cultivate real-world planning skills in your homeschool...
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We are excited to announce our exclusive July enrollment special at True North Homeschool Academy! For a limited time, when you enroll in any of our classes, you'll receive an incredible value stack: FREE Performance Series Test ($39 value)* 2-Year Academic Advising ($99 value)* FREE Self-Paced Class with Purchase ($39 value)* Year of CTC Math Subscription for Math Classes ($257 value) Newly Expanded and Updated Young Professional Series Bundle ($49 value)* Additional Self-Paced Class of...
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