PaFEC’s Empower Hour and Hot Topic Zoom Room
Let’s Talk School Choice
with State Reps Joe D’Orsie and Marc Anderson
Recorded on June 11, 2025
Full Recording
Cyber Charter Family Zoom HB1500
Recorded on June 4, 2025
Full Recording
EITC Info and Update
Featuring Rachel Langan of Commonwealth Foundation
Recorded on May 28, 2025
Full Recording
The Educational Choice for Children Act (ECCA)
Featuring AFC National Press Secretary Brian Jodice
Recorded on May 22, 2025
Introduction
Child Centered Policies in PA
Polling for PA Schools
Disconnect between Legislators and Constituents
State versus Federal Issues
“Myths Surrounding School Choice
Eligibility for Funds
Full Recording
Regional Parent Volunteer Shannon Mitchell provides testimony at Philadelphia hearing
Recorded on May 19, 2025
Full Recording
Hot Topic Zoom with Representative Jason Ortitay
Recorded on April 17, 2025
Introduction
Representative Jason Ortitay’s Story
The Compassionate Conservative
PA Literacy Policy
Literacy Policies in Other States
Innovative Schools Pilot Program
Full Recording
Cyber Charter Panel
Recorded on April 2, 2025
Sharon’s Story
Erica’s Story
Jim’s Story
What We’re Hearing in the News
Full Recording
Stefanie Hohl, Founder: ABC See, Hear, Do
Recorded on March 27, 2025
Introduction
Stefanie’s Story
Traditional Methods of Teaching
Multisensory Learning
Affordable Educational Products
Stefanie’s Homeschool Curriculum
Parental Involvement in Education
Developmental Readiness & School Fairs
Full Recording
Special Education Series – March 24
Recorded on March 24, 2025
Intro, Data, & “A-HAs”
SpEd Teacher Susan’s Pivotal Moment
Special Education Teacher Qualifications
Least Restrictive Environment
Bridging Early Intervention
Advice for Educators and Parents
Full Recording
Why are Some Homeschoolers Against ESAs?
Recorded on March 20, 2025
Introduction
Buxmont Homeschool Conference
“Make Homeschool Safe Act”
Why are Home Educators so Protective?
ESAs Helping Families
The Slippery Slope
Education Freedom Policy Potential
Now What Do You Think?
Why the Budget Talks Matter
Advice for Parents
Full Recording
The Special Education Parent Task Force Demands Change
Recorded on March 13, 2025
Special Education System Challenges
Philly Freeze Hockey Team
Medical Assistance
Parental Stress
Parents’ Struggle
Improving Support for Autistic Families
Full Recording
Empower Hour with Jennie and Catiana
Recorded on March 7, 2025
Introduction
Catiana’s Story as a Latina Parent
“We need to get translators into schools”
We Believe in “Fitting the Need”
Who’s Focused on Latino Families?
“Education Equals Success”
“Be Honest with the Parents”
Parents Filling the Gap Out-of-Pocket
How Latinos Feel About School Choice
Talking About the Future
Full Recording
Our 3 “Double Duty” Regional Parent Volunteers/Edupreneurs
Recorded on March 6, 2025
Introduction
Joanna’s Story with A Fuller Education
Jennifer and Failte Waldorf Microschool
“Are you having fun, or getting mad?”
Rebecca and PHA
Edupreneur Challenges
Positive Outcomes Seen
Full Recording
At Risk Youth
Recorded in October, 2024
Content warning: The following content talking about human trafficking may be upsetting to some viewers.
Justice’s Story
Where Does Trafficking Happen?
Justice House of Hope
Prevention
Parental Control and Technology
Working Together
Shocking Statistics
Support the Mission. Please.
How Do Donations Help At-Risk Youth?
Justice’s Qualifications
Get in Touch with Najimah of HFU
Full Recording
Empower Hour with Shannon
Recorded on October 5, 2024
Introduction
The Next Steps – After Diagnosis
A Surprise Visit by the ABA
Getting Legal Involved
What Changed for Brianna?
School District “Approved” Schools
A New Start?
Brianna Speaks After 2 Weeks at Her New School
What Works in the Special Education System?
What’s Wrong with PA’s Special Education System?
“This is Never Gonna Change…Parents are Scared”
“I’m Not Afraid Anymore”
Empower Hour with Catiana and Teresa
Recorded on August 14, 2024
Catiana’s Story
Teresa’s Story
David’s School Transition
A Model Parent
What is IDEA?
Catiana’s Advice for Parents
Teresa’s Advice for Parents
How to Contact Teresa
Full Recording
Empower Hour with Jen K
Recorded on August 14, 2024
Jen’s Story
Jen’s Pivot Point
What is Jen Doing Now?
“The Chair”
Jen’s Typical School Day
Finding a Microschool
Failte-Waldorf Microschool’s Future
How to Contact Jen
Full Recording
Back to School
Recorded on August 1, 2024
Are You Ready?
What is A One-Room Schoolhouse?
Staffing for Hybrid Homeschool
Expanding Hybrid Homeschooling
Education Freedom Showcase
How to Contact Genevieve
Full Recording
Dad Talk
Recorded on July 25, 2024
Krist’s Story
Rob’s Story
Dividing Responsibilities
Independence in Homeschoolers
Krist’s Advice for Dads
Rob’s Advice for Dads
Krist’s Advice for Moms
Rob’s Advice for Moms
Full Recording
Cyber Charter Family Concerns
Recorded on July 18, 2024
Budget Update
What is a Cyber Charter School?
Resources for Cyber Charter
Enrolling in Cyber Charter
Questions
Cyber Charter Requirements
NAEP and Proficiency Rates
Zoom Pop-Up
Recorded on June 27, 2024
Teachers, Parents and Advocates United for Students
Nichole Miller | Home School House
Teacher and Edupreneur
Jessica Granzen
Homeschooling Mom
Carrie Dale
Parent
Cindy Hall
Charter School Grandparent
