LEAD YOUR 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. So grab a pen and paper, be ready to take some notes, and be encouraged. You can do this! Want resources, training, tips and tricks? Become an insider and get the latest freebies and info! Click https://lead-your-homeschool-co-op.gr-site.com/
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Over the summer, we want to share ideas that will help you successfully run your co-op. Sometimes, families have different visions for the academics in a co-op and success depends on clear communication so families know what to expect! This podcast is going to help you make sure your class descriptions are clear so that expectations can be realistic for everyone involved. Make sure you get some pen and paper to take notes!
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On this live Q&A, Amy Holland joined me to debrief our HS mission trip to Puerto Rico. Stay tuned to hear all about it!
High school trips can be an amazing time to grow closer to one another and closer to God. I’ve seen some real spiritual transformation and relationship transformation on these trips. It’s a special time to be one on one with the highschoolers as they get ready to launch. Do you want to plan a HS trip, but don’...
Hey friends! Can you believe it? This is our 100th episode! We have something a little different for you today to mark this milestone. Stay tuned to hear 100 lessons we’ve learned leading our homeschool co-ops!
2 Cor 9:8 And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.
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It may not seem like the time to be talking about progress reports or conflict in the classroom, but actually this is the perfect time! Setting up your co-op for success begins with your teacher training over the summer. We all want to help our mentors and students succeed in class, and giving feedback is an essential part of that. How do you give and receive feedback in a way that doesn’t feel like shame or blame? We need to share...
Today, we are going back to the basics. We know how hard the struggle is to round up the courage to start a community from scratch. If you have listened to our podcast for any amount of time, then you have heard us talk about conflict resolution and all the many frustrations and problems that challenge us as leaders. Why is it worth it? Join us as we unpack why building a close knit community is soooo worth the effort!
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Are you weary and tired as we come to the end of our school year? Are you overwhelmed with the upcoming events like graduation, recitals, finals, and the last day of school? Do you wish for a little refreshment or encouragement in your day? We want to share with you some easy ways that you can renew your minds and bodies.
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Have you ever needed to tell a family that they are not a good fit for your co-op, but then they don’t seem to get the message? Maybe this family is just hard of hearing, or could it be that you are approaching the situation with the wrong end in mind? Listen in today as we discuss how we can learn to communicate well as leaders so that everyone is in the loop and understanding one another in our communities!
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Is the end of the year hitting hard? The to-do list is long, the days are short, and challenges seem to be around every corner. In their latest Q&A, Molly and Pam revisit the book of Nehemiah, sharing lessons in leadership, perseverance, and faith. Tune in for a dose of encouragement and wisdom to help you finish strong!
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One of the things that homeschoolers are notorious for is saving money! We all know secrets to getting things either free or at a great bargain! It’s our super power. What if I told you that you could get college courses for free! Well, maybe not FREE but you could literally save thousands of dollars on your kids' higher education! Stay tuned because we have a special guest, Christine Kastens, to show us how!
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Once you’ve finally got the courage to start your co-op, the next steps can be daunting. There are so many decisions to make!! What website platform should we use? How will we communicate? How do we register people? How do we keep track of it all! It can throw you into a black, spinning swirly of confusion and delay! Stop right now! Take a breath and go to your happy place because we have a very special guest, Renee Hogan, from Hom...
So you’ve finally taken the plunge! Started your very own homeschool co-op and are in the depths of planning and establishing the close-knit community you have always dreamed of. Now what? How do you ensure that it runs without a hitch? How do you remember what needs to be done and how to do it all? The answer? It’s all in the systems! Once you create a system for recording processes you will be smooth sailing on co-op days! Stay t...
Do you have a co-op with hard-working parents leading your classes? You know your community would not exist without the commitment of these wonderful parents, and they usually have little to no pay. How do we show our appreciation for all that they do to love and support the kids in our communities? Today we are going to talk about some brilliant ideas to show our mentors and teachers some love! Listen in and don’t forget to tha...
Have you as a leader, had families wanting to join your co-op that have students who have special needs or learning difficulties? Maybe these families have suffered in a traditional school setting and are homeschooling because their student did not “fit the mold”. Are you equipped to welcome them into your homeschool community? You don’t want to just say “No, you can’t join our community,” but you are also nervous about what it ...
Are you picking curriculum for next year for your co-op? Do you struggle trying to figure out what to use? Today we want to encourage you to consider and use Great Books as a foundational part of your curriculum. There are so many reasons that reading great books serve your community. Listen in to hear our discussion.
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Have you ever taught a class that felt out of control? Kids talking over you as if you weren’t even in the room? Maybe it’s the opposite, and you try to engage students only to receive blank stares and crickets. How do you make your class less boring and more engaging? You don’t have to be super creative or spend hours on Pinterest planning amazing classes! Today we are going to share some practical, easy ways to connect with your ...
Are you looking for ways to build a close-knit community and get parents involved? A well-executed graduation ceremony can be a great way to draw people into your community, as well as helping to create a vision for the future for your younger families. Today we are going to talk all things graduation . . it's not too late to start planning for one even for this year! Especially if you have a small group. We are here to help you...
Are you frustrated trying to manage responsibilities of leadership along with the rest of your life? Do you feel like you're letting others down because of your lack of efficiency, which is causing you to waste time? Do you long for a day when you no longer feel like you are always missing something? What if I told you that you could actually lead from a place of peace, where the right systems and resources help you feel confident,...
Leaders, are you feeling like you are always fighting to get parents to participate? How do you get all members to contribute? Just getting people to show up seems hard, and then you want to ask them to pull their weight? What should you do?! We have definitely been in those shoes and it is a recipe for burnout because we as leaders tend to pick up the slack. That is just not sustainable! Stay tuned today to hear some tried and ...
It’s February—this time of year, which is notorious for the "blahs.". Are you feeling worn out? Ready to throw in the towel? Feeling alone? Wondering if what you are doing is even worth it? Maybe you’re feeling that life would be so much easier if you just gave up on this co-op/homeschool group idea and just started homeschooling on your own. We have all been there! In fact, if we are honest, we are feeling it too. We are here toda...
When you are a parent-led co-op and your parents make up close to 100% of your teachers, what are things to consider if you want to hire someone from the outside of your co-op to come in and teach a class? Sometimes, we as leaders feel desperate to find teachers to teach the things we want to include in our co-op and we don’t have the parents to do it. Is it wise to bring in outside help? When might it not be the best idea? In ...
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