When my husband first joined the military, I never imagined how deeply our family’s life would intertwine with homeschooling. Over more than two decades, I’ve learned that homeschooling can be far more than an educational choice. It can be a stabilizing anchor in the ever-changing rhythm of military life. As a military spouse and mother
Many homeschool parents believe their students must switch to public school to compete in college athletics. Fortunately, that’s a myth. Homeschool students are fully eligible to play college sports through the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) provided they meet the same academic and amateur standards as traditional students. With careful planning and documentation, homeschool athletes
The back-to-school season often brings a sense of renewal: fresh plans, sharpened pencils, and the feeling of a new chapter unfolding. Even though homeschoolers sometimes say we’re “never really off,” many families do break for the summer and restart in the fall. For those families, this season becomes a natural moment to reset, reflect, and
Homeschool planning doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. With the right mindset and a simplified approach, families can build a meaningful schedule that supports learning, reduces stress, and leaves room for flexibility. This guide explores how to streamline homeschool planning while grounding the process in faith, intention, and practicality. For many homeschooling parents, planning feels like
By 1SG Immacula Pierre, 12th Battalion & Baltimore MEPS senior enlisted advisor Alexandria, Md. – Baltimore Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS), in collaboration with various military and educational partners, has taken a significant step towards embracing underserved home school demographic within the National Capital Region (NCR). The Northern Virginia Community College – Alexandria Campus buzzed with
Teaching writing at home can feel intimidating, especially when parents feel pressure to grade for perfection. This article explores how homeschool families can shift focus from flawless mechanics to meaningful, creative expression while still building strong writing skills over time. Writing is one of the subjects that causes the most uncertainty for homeschooling parents. Unlike
Homeschooling while exhausted or unwell can feel overwhelming. This post offers encouragement, biblical perspective, and practical reminders for homeschool parents navigating seasons of physical and emotional fatigue. Homeschooling often requires energy, patience, and consistency. But what happens when the person holding everything together feels worn down, sick, or deeply tired? Many homeschooling parents quietly carry
When homeschooling is discussed, the conversation often centers on moms. That makes sense. In many families, mothers carry the day-to-day responsibility of lesson planning, teaching, scheduling, and emotional labor. But an important question still deserves attention: what about the homeschool dad? Fathers play a critical role in homeschooling families, even when they are not the
Homeschooling is one of the most meaningful journeys you can take with your children, but it’s also one that stretches, shapes, and challenges you. Over my more than twenty-two years of serving military homeschool families and homeschooling my own five children through moves, deployments, and every season imaginable, I’ve learned that success in homeschooling has
Military homeschool families face with challenges and unique blessings. In this conversation from the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, I share my experiences as a Navy chaplain’s wife homeschooling through deployments, relocations, and years of service, and what I’ve learned over 34 years about building connection, resilience, and faith along the way. Our Military Family Story When
