Hooked On Homeschool

05| Navigating Homeschooling: Wisdom from Clare's 31-Year Homeschooling Journey


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In this captivating episode, I have the pleasure of welcoming Clare Holcomb, a homeschool mom with an impressive thirty-one-year experience in homeschooling her 8 children. Clare shares with us the reasons that led her to her homeschooling journey, offering deep insights into her mindset throughout those years. She also enlightens us about the unique challenges and triumphs involved in guiding her children through high school and college.

 

During our conversation, Clare reveals the significance of co-ops in the homeschooling community and how they have enriched her family's education. She also talks about the art of tailoring teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles, unlocking the true potential of each child. Clare's remarkable homeschooling journey comes alive as she shares the anecdotes, lessons, and transformative moments that have shaped her path.

Join us as we dive into the world of homeschooling through Clare's eyes, gaining invaluable insights and inspiration from her vast experience and unwavering dedication.

Timestamps

[02:21] What prompted Clare to homeschool

[04:12] Clare’s mindset during homeschooling

[05:56] The impression of homeschooling

[07:47] Her experience of getting her child to high school and college

[10:25] The meaning of co-ops

[14:47] Clare’s memory when she remembers her children

[19:41] The many different learning styles

[25:10] Clare’s homeschool journey

Notable Quotes
  • (09:01) “Just As in public school, even a homeschooler has the right to enroll for college campus”
  • (09:31) “There is a process to get into college without having to go to public school”
  • (16:07) ”If you are going to homeschool you need energy, if you don’t have energy, you will struggle”
  • (18:09) “Your kids are not going to remember the test, they are going to remember those moments that you made cookies and you made a mess”
  • (28:42) “As a home school mom, you are never going to know everything but it’s okay”
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