Plan. Teach. Facilitate. Parent. Reflect. Repeat. By the end of the school year, even the most enthusiastic homeschooling parents feel their energy fade. The excitement that fueled the fall may be replaced by the simple desire to just finish. Hang… read more
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Practical Steps for Closing Out the School Year
As the school year winds down, families often find themselves balancing exhaustion, relief and uncertainty about what comes next. The final weeks of school and the beginning of summer provide an opportunity to set the stage for a smoother, more… read more
What Homeschool Families Can Learn from the Olympic Games
With the arrival of the 2026 Winter Olympics in February and the 2026 Paralympics in March, the Olympic Games provide a unique learning opportunity for homeschooling families. These events, which occur once every four years, capture history, culture, science and… read more
Homework Without Tears: Getting Through the Grind While Saving Your Sanity
Homework is an inevitable part of education, starting young and continuing throughout the years. Building solid study strategies and routines in the elementary years will not only help children succeed in their current subjects but set them up for a… read more
Homeschooling and Scouting: An Inexpensive Curriculum Even for Non-Scouts
No one loves a good deal quite like a homeschooler. Perhaps it’s because so many of us are single-income families, entrepreneurs, or want to turn everything into a learning opportunity, but we tend to jump at low-cost, high-quality curricular options.… read more
Homeschooling in Nature
The cool, crisp air. The sound of leaves crunching under your feet and finally, being able to go for a walk without oppressive heat and humidity. There’s nothing quite like fall in North Florida. Homeschoolers have the unique privilege of… read more
Crushing Senior Year of Homeschool
You made it (almost)! Your child’s senior year is here. Now you can sit back and relax, right? Not so fast! Even though most homeschoolers are relatively independent by this time, there is still a lot for you to do… read more
Start off on the Right Foot: Don’t let Behavior Disrupt the School Year
It is back to school time, and for parents of children with a history of behavioral or academic issues, this could be a cause for concern. The Florida Department of Education follows a Multi-Tiered System of Supports that helps to… read more
Middle School Success: Getting Your Middle Schooler Prepared
You have done the tours and you have met the teachers. Now, with only a few days to go until your kiddo’s first day of middle school, how do we parents make sure the transition from elementary school is a… read more
Α Guide to Starting Your Homeschool Journey
As one school year comes to a close and thoughts of another approach, many parents wonder if homeschooling is a viable option for their family. Taking the time to reflect on your reasons for homeschooling, what is involved, and the… read more