In this special podcast trailer, John and Krishna Cart—regional hosts and passionate family ministry leaders—invite you to the transformative journey of the National Bible Bee. With only 3% of American teens reading the Bible daily and more than half walking away from the church by their twenties, families face a spiritual crisis.

But there is hope.

This episode is a step-by-step roadmap to a program that has helped over 92,000 young people memorize more than 1.7 million Bible verses—and it all begins in your home.

Whether you’re just curious or ready to register, this short but powerful guide shows how families like yours can deepen their faith, build lasting spiritual habits, and create lifelong memories through the Bible Bee.

00:00 – Welcome: Why the Bible Bee Matters A candid look at the crisis in youth discipleship—and the call to parents to lead with purpose.

01:09 – Step 1: Register and Get Your Study Box Everything begins with registration at BibleBee.org. Find out what’s inside the study box and how the eight-week summer journey begins.

02:11 – Proclaim Day: Sharing the Word, Loud and Clear Discover the joy and purpose of Proclaim Day—where students recite Scripture publicly and families gather to glorify God.

02:24 – Taking the Leap: The Qualifying Test How the 100-question national test works, and what it means to move forward.

02:42 – Going Deeper: The National Bible Bee Finals A look at the National stage—faith, fellowship, and an unforgettable Scripture celebration.

03:05 – Why It Matters: Real Impact on Real Kids Beyond prizes and performance, this is about spiritual growth, deeper relationships, and lasting transformation.

03:18 – A Word of Encouragement: Psalm 127:4 "Like arrows in the hand of a warrior..." A stirring call for parents to lead their children boldly in truth.

03:37 –Let’s Do This Together You’re not alone. The Masterpiece Academy is here to walk with your family every step of the way.

• Ready to Begin? Visit BibleBee.org. Registration opens in April and runs through the end of May, and the study runs from June through July.
• Study Materials Are Provided: You’ll receive everything you need—Scripture passages, study guides, and a plan built for families to walk through together.
• It's Not About Winning: Yes, there are prizes and competitions, but the real reward is seeing how God's Word will change your home.
• You’re Not Alone: Through the Masterpiece Academy, you’ll find community, encouragement, and support at every step.
• Invite a Friend: This isn’t just for your family—spread the word and start a movement in your community.

In this episode of Learning by Design, host Krishna Cart unpacks how The Masterpiece Academy is redefining Christian education through its powerful affiliation with Liberty University Online Academy (LUOA).

This conversation offers a full overview of the blended learning model, in which students receive accredited, biblically grounded online instruction from LUOA professors and weekly, personalized mentorship and enrichment from the Masterpiece team.

From elementary middle school to high school, this episode walks through what each stage of the K–12 journey looks like, and how students are supported academically, spiritually, and personally.

If you're exploring alternatives to traditional schooling and want a system that blends flexibility, rigor, and real relationships, this is your roadmap.

• How Masterpiece Academy and LUOA combine strengths to create a life-giving learning model
• Why blended learning offers the structure of online education with the soul of community
• What makes each K–12 stage—elementary, middle, and high school—distinct and developmentally aligned
• How Dual Enrollment empowers high school students to earn college credits early
• The critical role Masterpiece plays in acting as a second parent, lifting the academic load for families

Masterpiece Academy offers a blended learning experience: online courses + local support LUOA provides a trusted, accredited, Christ-centered curriculum Elementary students build strong foundations while exploring God's world Middle schoolers are mentored through identity formation and academic growth High school students receive personalized advising and leadership development Dual enrollment lets students graduate with up to 64 college credits Masterpiece teachers provide weekly coaching, spiritual mentorship, and community Parents are supported and relieved from managing every detail alone The mission is simple: think biblically, learn excellently, live purposefully

• 00:00 – Education Meets Calling: The Power of LUOA and Masterpiece Affiliation
• 02:49 – Where Wonder Meets Foundation: Elementary Education Insights
• 05:37 – Identity Meets Intention: Middle School Development
• 07:47 – Rigor Meets Purpose: High School Preparation and Formation
• 09:43 – Accelerate with Confidence: Dual Enrollment Opportunities
• 09:54 – The Masterpiece Academy Difference: More Than Just Education

Guest: Amy Riccardi, Loudoun County School Board Candidate (Sterling)

What if people were making the most critical decisions affecting your child’s education, you’ve never heard of—and never voted for?

In this powerful episode, Krishna Cart sits down with Amy Riccardi, a Loudoun County mom, educator, and school board candidate, who is sounding the alarm about what’s happening in public education. From spiraling budgets and lagging test scores to controversial books and a growing mental health agenda, Amy shares why she’s running as an independent—and what families, taxpayers, and teachers need to know.

You’ll learn how school boards actually work, why Sterling schools are falling behind, and what parents can do right now to get informed, involved, and influential. Whether you’re in public, private, or homeschool, this conversation is your essential School Board 101—with honesty, clarity, and purpose.

Listen in to hear: ✔️ Why $24,000 per student isn’t yielding better outcomes ✔️ The truth about controversial books and school libraries ✔️ What “counseling time” really means for K–5 students ✔️ How parents can hold schools accountable—without being political ✔️ The roadmap to restoring academic focus in a divided district

In Episode 12, Krishna Cart speaks with Amy Riccardi, a Loudoun County school board candidate, about the growing gap between what families expect from schools and what’s actually happening inside them.

Amy shares her journey—from shocked parent to independent candidate—after discovering troubling ideological content during her children’s online learning. They dive deep into the structure and power of local school boards, the disconnect between spending and performance, the politicization of education, and the need to refocus on academic results.

This episode offers a candid look at what’s driving school policy—and why your voice as a parent has never been more important.