LEAD YOUR HOMESCHOOL CO-OP | Start a Homeschool Co-op, Community Building, Servant Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Policies and Procedures
Welcome to Lead Your Homeschool Co-op! Do you desire a Christian community with families that fit? Do you find yourself up late at night googling “conflict resolution” and “how to build a community”? Do you dream of a sustainable homeschool group only to feel discouraged when policies fail, logistics get in the way or a conflict comes up again? Hello! We are the Homeschool Community Builders.Together, we have more than 30 years of experience in leading successful homeschool groups. But at one time, we too were in co-ops that did not work for our families. We needed deep relationships and a community that would help our families grow in faith, In order to be a part of a sustainable Christian community, we stepped out in faith and trusted God’s plan to build the community that we desired. In this podcast, we will help you create Christ-centered policies, establish a close-knit culture, and develop strong leadership skills so that you can serve your community well. And now it's YOUR turn! Get clear on God's vision for your homeschool co-op Find your co-leaders Gain confidence in your skills Learn how to start and maintain a homeschool community Grow in conflict resolution skills Find families that fit and share your vision NEXT STEPS: Get resources, training, tips and tricks? Visit us at www.homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact Join the Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/7250732051606613 Get coaching https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/ Contact us info@homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com
Episodes
If you are ready to begin a new homeschool co-op, or step up into leadership, you might have a lot of hesitation because of fear of conflict that might happen, feeling that you might be overwhelmed by over-planning, or just managing all the responsibilities that come with leadership. You are definitely not alone in those sentiments! The thing is, you can learn AHEAD of TIME your triggers and tendencies so that you will be able to ...
Today we’re talking to the mom who is feeling a nudge to start a homeschool community, but who also feels intimidated, overwhelmed, and unsure if she’s even qualified. You might be thinking: “I don’t know where to start.” “I have no experience.”“How do I know if this is really God’s will?”
If God has already placed this desire on your heart, this episode is your very first step forward. We’re going to walk through three simple way...
Today, we’re talking about something that every homeschool mom needs to hear before leaving a community or starting a new one from scratch. If you’ve been feeling disconnected, overlooked, or like your current co-op “just isn’t meeting your family’s needs,” this episode is for you.
Bible verse Psalm 139: 23-24 “Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and l...
If you’re just starting a co-op and already feeling overwhelmed by registrations, communication, schedules, or trying to think through all the moving parts or if you’ve been leading for a while and finding that the systems you’re using are creating more chaos than clarity this episode is for you.
This past semester, we’ve been using a platform called Homeschool Life, and today I’m sharing an honest review; what’s worked, what we’ve...
Happy New Year, friends! This season is often filled with fresh goals and inspiration—but it can also feel heavy and uncertain. As we look back on the past year, it’s easy to wonder whether our efforts really mattered. In these darkest days of winter, optimism can feel hard to come by. If you’re feeling doubtful about your work as a leader, take heart: your Father in Heaven sees your faithfulness, and your efforts matter to Him.
<...Do you ever wake up in a cold sweat after having a nightmare about not being able to fulfill your responsibilities? There are so many details to remember as a leader - do you ever ask yourself What if I can’t be there? Will everything fall apart? What if I forget something? These questions cause us stress, and unnecessary panic. Today’s conversation is all about when its OKAY not to show up, not to be perfect and maybe even to...
Ever have a day when you got hit with something or multiple things that just threw you for a loop? It was probably a surprise and your world got rocked. You couldn't think straight and you were just at a loss as to what to do or what to think. This happened to me yesterday. Stay tuned to see how God’s Word protected me from going down a black swirly!
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In this episode, we’re talking about what successful leaders do differently — they get help. We are also talking about all the different ways that they get help. If leadership or even the thought of becoming a leader has ever felt lonely, overwhelming, or heavier than you expected, this episode is for you.
We’re going to show you how mentoring can bring clarity, confidence, and support into your leadership so you don’t have to carr...
I would bet there are folks out there listening who are new to homeschooling, really have no experience, but are feeling the nudge to start a homeschool co-op or step into leadership. Is this you? Have you heard a still small voice calling you to step out in faith to create a place where other homeschoolers could join you in a life-giving community? Today we want to help you discern whether you are just crazy or whether this mig...
Today, we’re going to talk about how to regain clarity and confidence while leading in busy seasons of life! We know how overwhelming it can feel when you’re managing the responsibilities of life, handling growth, and trying to maintain a common vision all at the same time. Not to mention trying to stay on top of homeschooling your own kids!
That’s exactly why we put together three things you can do right now to strengthen your fo...
Have you ever felt lonely in leadership? Maybe you’ve had to make a hard decision, enforce a rule, or draw a boundary that ruffled some feathers. In this episode we’re talking about what to do when leadership feels heavy — and how to stay connected, confident, and grounded even when it costs you something.
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Today's episode is an interview with Sheryl Roberts, author of a new book about her life as a missionary and homeschool mom of 10 children in Cambodia. Sheryl's wisdom and experience can teach us all about a refreshing way to look at leading and serving.
Beyond the Green Gate by Sheryl Roberts
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Are you ready to start chasing your vision for a homeschool co-op but you don’t have anyone else to share that with? Or maybe you have started your co-op, you are excited and have lots of enthusiasm, but you know this is not a solo-journey. How do you inspire others to help carry the burden? Today, we’re talking about how to get others to step into leadership right alongside you! I know it can feel exhausting when you’re carryin...
Do you wish your parents and mentors could work as a team to help students succeed on community day? Is it difficult for your mentors or parents to discuss student issues without taking them personally or being offended? With a little focus and intention on classroom dynamics, this can be a chance to build community, strengthen relationships and create a lasting impact on our kids. In this episode, we’ll talk about why parent invo...
Hello leaders! We are a month or so into the school year and you might have already had classroom management situations arise. How is your parental involvement? Have you been able to maintain good communication with your mentors? Do you need some insight on how to handle different situations in the classroom? Today’s episode is for you! We are here to give you some tried and true strategies for successful classroom management....
So you have the vision for your co-op and you are ready to launch, but you need a place to land. How do you find a great location, and a great partner because let’s face it, not very many of us can afford our own building. Most Christian co-ops seek out a homeschool-friendly church in their area. Today we want to walk you through the steps of finding and keeping a great location for your co-op.
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Have you ever wondered what a coaching call would be like, but you were hesitant to sign up, not knowing what it is all about? This episode is for you! today we want to share with you a look into what coaching can do! In our call today with our friend Kelsey Marshall, we help her gain clarity, narrow her focus and get the encouragement she needs to pursue the vision that God planted in her heart. We hope it encourages you to foll...
Do you ever feel like leading a homeschool group would be so much easier if you had the right resources at your fingertips? Do you hate sitting down to research resources because you know you will get lost in the rabbit -trail universe of the online world and you just want to go straight to what you need? Well, we have the answer for you leaders! In this episode, we share two free resources just for leaders—our color-coded podcast...
Has your co-op year started? This time of year is full of anticipation, nerves, and hope. You have started your co-op and are just crossing your fingers, hoping you know how to handle situations that come up, hoping you will be able to navigate the conflict that might arise . . . or maybe you haven’t even thought about the possibility of conflicts because right now everything is going great! All your families are excited and hap...
Are you ready to find like-minded families who want to grow together in faith? Do you feel called to start a homeschool community but have no experience and don’t know where to start?
In this episode, we had the privilege of interviewing Stacey McCuddy from North Carolina, a brand-new leader who stepped into her calling and launched her very first co-op. Stacey shares her journey of saying “yes” to God’s prompting, what it looked l...
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