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When I started my microschool at my dining room table with six children during the pandemic, I thought that was the dream. I thought my purpose was simply to create a safe space for a handful of kids while the world felt uncertain. What I didn’t realize then—what I can see so clearly now—is that the school I started wasn’t the dream. It was the seed of the dream.
And seeds always know how to become more.
In this episode, I’m sharing what it truly means to ReDream your life, your school, and your purpose as a teacher, leader, or future microschool founder. This conversation is deeply personal and sets the stage for the historic transition happening in Episode 400—from Teacher Let Your Light Shine to the new movement: ReDream Education.
Over the last year, I have been in a constant process of ReDreaming.
And this episode is where I reveal the truth:
A dream is innocent—but a ReDream is informed.
I break down the real definition of a dream:
This is foundational for educators and founders who feel stuck, burnt out, or ready to leave traditional systems.
A ReDream is not a revision—it's a rebirth.
This applies directly to:
teachers wanting to start a microschool
educators transitioning out of the classroom
founders building homeschool hybrids
leaders designing personalized, mastery-based learning models
I share the full evolution—from my home to a multi-room campus—and how we now operate as a national example of:
multi-age teaching
mastery-based and personalized learning
PACE + Exact Path systems
entrepreneurship and trades pathways
Toastmasters for kids
social-emotional and neurodivergent-support models
This is powerful for anyone searching terms like:
I explain how we created a full support model for:
neurodivergent learners
gifted and advanced students
academic intervention
therapeutic partnerships
individualized learning plans
resilience and executive functioning
And how the Foundation now provides scholarships, access, and family support.
Educators often search for this under:
I speak honestly about:
ending 1:1 coaching
redesigning Microschool Masterminds
moving from encouragement to full-scale leadership
expanding beyond teachers into national education innovation
preparing for the launch of ReDream Education
Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching
Launch and Scale Your Microschool or Homeschool Hybrid by Maximizing Your Time, Optimizing Your Finances and Mastering Your Marketing! With our program, you'll confidently navigate the journey of starting or growing your educational venture, equipped with the tools and support needed to achieve lasting success!
Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching
Join Our Facebook Group for a supportive community and the “best place on the corner of the internet”
Teacher, Let Your Light Shine's Microschool Community | Facebook
Book a Clarity Coaching Session:
Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching
Get started on your dream school right now! Get all the documents you need to jumpstart, market and enroll students!
Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching
We have step-by-step instructions to help you write powerful marketing brochures, enrollment forms, introductory packets, and so much more! You’ll also find easy-to-use templates made to simplify your creation process, as well as beautiful real-life examples used by my micro-school, Lighthouse Learning, to give you creative inspiration when designing your very own forms. You will be able to seal the deal with peace and clarity when you hand deliver your new handbook and contract. Tune in to today's episode to find out more and head over to our shop to purchase your documents at teachersletyourlightshine.com!
By Makenzie Oliver| Micro-School Mentor| Homeschooling Business Coach| Homeschool Teacher Consultant | Micro-school Mom #micro-school #homeschool #teacherletyourlightshine4.9
103103 ratings
When I started my microschool at my dining room table with six children during the pandemic, I thought that was the dream. I thought my purpose was simply to create a safe space for a handful of kids while the world felt uncertain. What I didn’t realize then—what I can see so clearly now—is that the school I started wasn’t the dream. It was the seed of the dream.
And seeds always know how to become more.
In this episode, I’m sharing what it truly means to ReDream your life, your school, and your purpose as a teacher, leader, or future microschool founder. This conversation is deeply personal and sets the stage for the historic transition happening in Episode 400—from Teacher Let Your Light Shine to the new movement: ReDream Education.
Over the last year, I have been in a constant process of ReDreaming.
And this episode is where I reveal the truth:
A dream is innocent—but a ReDream is informed.
I break down the real definition of a dream:
This is foundational for educators and founders who feel stuck, burnt out, or ready to leave traditional systems.
A ReDream is not a revision—it's a rebirth.
This applies directly to:
teachers wanting to start a microschool
educators transitioning out of the classroom
founders building homeschool hybrids
leaders designing personalized, mastery-based learning models
I share the full evolution—from my home to a multi-room campus—and how we now operate as a national example of:
multi-age teaching
mastery-based and personalized learning
PACE + Exact Path systems
entrepreneurship and trades pathways
Toastmasters for kids
social-emotional and neurodivergent-support models
This is powerful for anyone searching terms like:
I explain how we created a full support model for:
neurodivergent learners
gifted and advanced students
academic intervention
therapeutic partnerships
individualized learning plans
resilience and executive functioning
And how the Foundation now provides scholarships, access, and family support.
Educators often search for this under:
I speak honestly about:
ending 1:1 coaching
redesigning Microschool Masterminds
moving from encouragement to full-scale leadership
expanding beyond teachers into national education innovation
preparing for the launch of ReDream Education
Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching
Launch and Scale Your Microschool or Homeschool Hybrid by Maximizing Your Time, Optimizing Your Finances and Mastering Your Marketing! With our program, you'll confidently navigate the journey of starting or growing your educational venture, equipped with the tools and support needed to achieve lasting success!
Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching
Join Our Facebook Group for a supportive community and the “best place on the corner of the internet”
Teacher, Let Your Light Shine's Microschool Community | Facebook
Book a Clarity Coaching Session:
Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching
Get started on your dream school right now! Get all the documents you need to jumpstart, market and enroll students!
Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching
We have step-by-step instructions to help you write powerful marketing brochures, enrollment forms, introductory packets, and so much more! You’ll also find easy-to-use templates made to simplify your creation process, as well as beautiful real-life examples used by my micro-school, Lighthouse Learning, to give you creative inspiration when designing your very own forms. You will be able to seal the deal with peace and clarity when you hand deliver your new handbook and contract. Tune in to today's episode to find out more and head over to our shop to purchase your documents at teachersletyourlightshine.com!

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