About the Creator

As a homeschool mama of four beautiful children, ages 4-18, a wife to a US veteran, and a small business owner, I never thought I would find myself joining the homeschool family culture. I was certainly one of those mamas that thought of homeschooling as a one-size-fits-all, mimicking public school but in your home with hours upon hours of time spent schooling your children each day. Though I admired the moms that welcomed this, I knew this was never something I longed or strived to do.

When the pandemic forced us into virtual schooling, I became a co-teacher to my children and gained insight into their individual struggles. I was bothered to know that my child was getting stressed out over a simple task, because she just wanted to take her time and make it perfect. It was a coloring sheet and she's a true artist now, so it makes perfect sense looking back. I knew then that the public school system was not going to be able to conform and provide her, or any of my children, with an individual plan of their interest and learning styles. Within that time frame, I decided, no matter how challenging, that I was going to venture and dive full force into the world of homeschooling. At the time, I knew nothing about it, truly nothing.

My husband and I were determined to provide an education that went beyond the limitations of the traditional school system. Despite the initial difficulties, I have found that homeschooling has allowed us to tailor their education to their specific needs and interests. It has been a journey of growth and learning for both my children and myself, and I am grateful for the opportunity to guide their education in a way that is truly meaningful to us.

I understand how challenging it can be to navigate through homeschool laws and regulations. When I first started my journey, I felt overwhelmed and confused by all the information out there. That's why I am committed to making these procedures and laws more understandable for the homeschooling community. My goal is to provide resources and support to make the homeschooling experience a little less daunting for others. I want to simplify the process and help families feel more confident in their decision to homeschool. Together, we can make this journey a little easier for everyone.

-Samantha