Guests - Rachel Edelbrock and Dana Thompson Hosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley Mealor In Episode 174 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, we are joined by homeschooling dance mom @dancemomdana Dana Thompson and studio director Rachel Edelbrock to give some enlightening insight into the world of homeschooled dancers.  Topics Include:  The types of homeschooling options that exist for dancers Tips for studio owners who are interested in offering programming for homeschooled dancers Do homeschooled dancers succeed in dance at a higher rate than their public or private schooled peers?Ways to determine if homeschooling is right for your dancer Help support our podcast. Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes: Monthly Q&A episodes released to members-onlyPriority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.Ad-free listening for all of Season 4 & 5. No sponsored ads!20% off all IDA MerchandiseExclusive bonus content released throughout the yearDiscounted IDA Online CritiqueGroup Zoom check-ins 3x per season with Courtney Ortiz!Your support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come! Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month! Follow your Hosts & Guests! Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceRachel Edelbrock - @rachelmichelledanceDana Thompson - @dancemomdana This episode is sponsored by: Francisco Gella Dance Works- Season 5 Premier Sponsor! Educational and developmental programs, intensives, and seminars designed to empower students, parents, educators, and artists. Register now for an upcoming intensive, workshop or seminar! Apolla Performance The benefit of a shoe + the comfort of a sock. Try Apolla Shocks and use code IMPACT10 for 10% off at checkout! Check out IDA Affiliated Competition Dive Dance Competition! Join our FREE Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community  Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you!  Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox!  Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of IDA Affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.com Join your hosts Courtney Ortiz & Lesley Mealor at the Capezio Flagship Store in the heart of New York City for a LIVE podcast recording of Making the Impact!  PLUS - a bonus master class with Courtney, lunch at Capezio, swag bag freebies, dance wear discounts & more! Saturday, March 30th, 2024 - RSVP and register for class now!  Support the show