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Homeschool Our Way - Homeschooling Programs, Black Moms, Black Families, Working Moms
By Elan Page | Homeschool Coach, Work From Home Mom, Black MomEducationKids & FamilyEducation for Kids
Homeschool Our Way - Homeschooling Programs, Black Moms, Black Families, Working Moms episodes
- 135: Homeschooling Smarter: How AI Can Expand What’s Possible in Your Homeschool
In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on how you can use AI to build experiences around what your kids are learning, while also lightening your own mental load.
We explore:
- How you've probably been using AI for years without realizing it
- The shortcut that replaces hours of searching for books, videos, and learning resources
- Ways to create quizzes, writing prompts, and projects that keep learning fresh and challenging
- Ideas for hands-on activities and field trips that make learning stick
- A bonus use that has nothing to do with school but could take a lot off your plate
Grab the FREE AI Cheat Sheet!
Want to try the prompts I used in this episode?
👉🏾 Download my Homeschool AI Cheat Sheet for ideas that save you time and spark creative learning activities.**************
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
ChatGPT | Google Gemini
WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
Website | YouTube | Instagram | Join My Newsletter
18 min - 134: Why Your Homeschool Plan Is Just the Starting Point
You spent weeks planning your homeschool this year: the schedule, the curriculum, the activities. But now that you're actually living it, some of it might not be going the way you imagined.
In this episode, I'm sharing why that's not a sign to scrap everything - you may just need some strategic adjustments along the way.
Here's what we explore:
- Why the first few weeks of a new semester are so important
- How you can feel "busy" all week but accomplishing nothing, and the three shifts that will make all the difference
- The one question you should be asking about your family’s weekly schedule that has nothing to do with your calendar
Homeschool Rhythm: Build a Flexible Structure That Fits Your Family's Real Life
If this episode has you thinking it's time to evaluate or tweak your family's weekly rhythm, Homeschool Rhythm can help you put those ideas into practice.
It’s my step-by-step mini course for building a flexible homeschool rhythm around your family's schedule, natural energy, commitments, and priorities.
👉🏾 homeschoolourway.com/rhythm
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
Website | YouTube | Instagram | Join My Newsletter
12 min - 133: Stop Guessing: Find Out What Grade Level Your Child Is REALLY On
In this episode, we’re talking about why age doesn't automatically tell you where your child is academically, and I’m walking you through the different types of assessments that can actually give you real answers.
If you're starting a new curriculum, starting homeschooling for the first time, or just want more clarity heading into this school year, this episode is for you.
We explore:
- The assessment option most families skip right past, even though it could save you wasted time and money
- The test that "levels up" as your child gets answers right, and how it can expose academic gaps a normal test might miss
- The real difference between an assessment that shows you where your child is starting from versus one that shows what they've already learned
- Whether your state actually requires testing, and what to do if it doesn't
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
- Math-U-See: offers an assessment for their curriculum
- Homeschool Boss: offers various adaptive assessments and end-of-year achievement tests
- California Achievement Test (CAT): private end-of-year achievement test for homeschoolers
- Iowa Assessments: private end-of-year achievement test for homeschoolers
- K5 Learning: offers free reading and math assessment evaluations for younger elementary students to identify foundational gaps
- Click here to select your state and determine whether or not your state requires an end-of-year
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HOMESCHOOL CURRICULUM GUIDE FOR FAMILIES OF COLOR
Once you've got a clearer picture of where your child is academically, the next question is usually: okay, so what curriculum option(s) should we use?
My Homeschool Curriculum Guide for Families of Color takes some of the guesswork out of the search by bringing together culturally affirming curriculum options across subjects and grade levels!
👉🏾 Get yours here!
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
Website | YouTube | Instagram | Join My Newsletter
15 min - 132: Yes, You CAN Teach Your Child to Read, with Melanie Jeffrey
Teaching your child to read can feel like a VERY intimidating undertaking, especially if you have no background in education.
So in this episode, I sit down with K-3 literacy teacher, Melanie Jeffrey, to talk about what really matters when it comes to reading instruction and why YOU are absolutely the woman for the job!
We discuss:
- Why phonics is a proven, reliable method for teaching kids to read.
- Simple ways to work reading practice into everyday moments, without it feeling like "another lesson".
- What to do when reading just isn’t “clicking” (spoiler: it isn't panicking! 😂).
- The real age when children are ready to learn to read, and why comparing your child's timeline to others causes unnecessary worry.
If you've got a child approaching reading age, or you're already teaching your child to read and want more confidence in what you're doing, this is the perfect conversation for you to hear!
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CONNECT WITH MELANIE JEFFREY:
Phonics Rules for Kids: Website | Instagram | Facebook Group
Parent Course: TEACH YOUR K-2 CHILD TO READ: From CVC Words to Confident Reader!
Podcast: Phonics for Homeschool Moms Podcast
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THE HOMESCHOOL CURRICULUM GUIDE FOR FAMILIES OF COLOR
Looking for curriculum that reflects your child's history, culture, and identity? My Homeschool Curriculum Guide for Families of Color takes some of the guesswork out of the search by bringing together culturally affirming curriculum options across subjects and grade levels!
*You can also grab the Curriculum Guide as part of my Homeschool Kickstart Bundle, along with the Homeschool Rhythm mini-course to help you create a flexible schedule that works for your family. Get both for just $57! 👉🏾 homeschoolourway.com/back-to-school-bundle
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
Website | YouTube | Instagram | Join My Newsletter
27 min - Need Help NOW Getting Your Homeschool Set Up?Need Help NOW Getting Your Homeschool Set Up?
It’s almost September, and if you’ve decided to homeschool but still don’t quite have everything figured out, I can help.
Starting August 21st, I’m opening 3 spots for my Homeschool Blueprint Intensive, where I’ll work with you 1-on-1 over the next four weeks to help you get your family’s homeschool set up and get started with confidence.
Think you might need my help? Let’s talk. ❤️
👉🏾 Schedule a free discovery call with me here
No pressure. Just tell me what your family needs, I’ll share how I can help, and we’ll see if the Blueprint Intensive is a good fit!
2 min - 131: Ready for the School Year? Make Sure You Have These 3 Things
Every August, the same question shows up for homeschool moms, no matter how much prep work we've done: Are we actually ready for the school year to start?
In this episode, I'm breaking down what "ready" really means for homeschool family — and why it has almost nothing to do with how much you've checked off your list. If you're heading into the school year still second-guessing yourself, this one's for you.
I walk you through:
- Why even the most "on top of it" homeschool moms still second-guess themselves during back-to-school season
- The simple filter that makes every homeschool decision this year easier
- The overlooked step that determines whether your homeschool schedule actually holds up once real life hits
- Why looking for the "best curriculum" is actually the wrong approach, and what to ask instead
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE
- Homeschool Kickstart Bundle:
Build a flexible homeschool schedule that fits your family's real life, then choose the learning resources to support it. Get my Homeschool Rhythm mini-course + Curriculum Guide for Families of Color together for just $57! 👉🏾 homeschoolourway.com/back-to-school-bundle- Outschool (K-12 virtual classes): Use code “ELAN50” for a discount on your first class!
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
Website | YouTube | Instagram | Join My Newsletter
14 min - 130: Bringing Black History to Life, with Mia Street
If you want your kids to learn about Black history and culture in a way that goes beyond textbooks, then this episode is for you!
I'm joined by Mia Street, Executive Director of the Black History 365 Education Foundation, for a conversation about what it looks like when our kids don't just learn Black history...they actually get to experience it.
We discuss:
- What Mia recommends doing to help our kids actually connect with and remember what they're learning.
- Why homeschool families are uniquely positioned to give our kids a rich, culturally affirming education that goes far beyond the classroom.
- What's next for Black History 365 and the exciting new ways Mia is creating opportunities for kids to learn, create, and explore through STEM, HBCUs, culinary arts and more!
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CONNECT WITH MIA + BLACK HISTORY 365:
Black History 365 Education:
Website | Instagram | FacebookBlack History 365 Education Foundation:
Website | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn****************
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- BasquiART Workbook (check out this recap video of the camp!)
- Black History Museums Across the Country
- Brown Hands Literacy
- Black Youth STEM Resources
- Siyanse STEM Kits: for kids ages 3-16
- Dibia DREAM: STEM and recreational education for youth in Atlanta, Bermuda, Miami and New Orleans
- STEM NOLA: hands-on STEM activities, programs and events to K-12 students in New Orleans
- BH365 Hip Hop Album (free download w/password: BH365KHAOALBUM_); or stream “Khao BH365” on Spotify, Apple Music, or YouTube
- High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America: watch the series on Netflix
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THE HOMESCHOOL CURRICULUM GUIDE FOR FAMILIES OF COLOR
Looking for curriculum that reflects your child's history, culture, and identity? My Homeschool Curriculum Guide for Families of Color takes some of the guesswork out of the search by bringing together culturally affirming curriculum options across subjects and grade levels!
*You can also grab the Curriculum Guide as part of my Homeschool Kickstart Bundle, along with the Homeschool Rhythm mini-course to help you create a flexible schedule that works for your family. Get both for just $57! 👉🏾 homeschoolourway.com/back-to-school-bundle
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
Website | YouTube | Instagram | Join My Newsletter
32 min - 129: You Have More Education Options Than You Think, with Jay Artis-Wright
If you've ever felt like the only education choices available to your family were traditional school or homeschool, this episode is going to open up a whole new world for you!
I'm joined by Jay Artis-Wright, Executive Director of Freedom to Choose Schools, for a conversation about what educational choice really looks like today and why understanding your options matters.
We discuss:
- The schooling model that's quietly booming across the country right now, and why it might be the missing piece between homeschooling and traditional school for your family.
- What's really happening nationally with Black and Latino families and education choice, and why the numbers might surprise you.
- The specific thing Jay says almost every parent has access to but never thinks to use when researching education options.
Whether your children have attended public, charter, private, microschool, homeschool, or something in between, one thing is true: parents have more educational options than ever before.
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CONNECT WITH JAY AND FREEDOM TO CHOOSE SCHOOLS:
Website | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
➤ Check out the Choice Words Podcast: Apple | Spotify | YouTube
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The Homeschool Kickstart Bundle: Start Your School Year With Confidence
If you're looking for more clarity as you plan this school year, the Homeschool Kickstart Bundle combines my Homeschool Rhythm mini course with my Homeschool Curriculum Guide for Families of Color.
Together, they'll help you create a flexible weekly schedule that works for your family’s real life and confidently choose curriculum that brings their learning to life.
This $57 special bundle pricing is available for a limited time only, so be sure to grab it while the special pricing lasts!
👉🏾 homeschoolourway.com/back-to-school-bundle
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
YouTube | Instagram | Join My Newsletter
46 min - 128: What a Clear Homeschool Vision Can Make Possible, with Tammy Gordon
What if the biggest opportunities your family will experience over the next few years are already being shaped by the homeschool vision you create today?
In this episode, I'm joined by Tammy Gordon, a mom who set out to build a homeschool experience that reflected the life she wanted for her son, and ended up saying yes to opportunities that exceeded even her expectations.
In this episode, we explore:
- What led Tammy to step away from a traditional path and start imagining something different for her son's education
- The real, honest experience of a first year homeschooling: the questions, the uncertainty, and what actually helped
- How having a clear vision for your homeschool can open doors you didn't even know to look for
This is a conversation about what happens when you get intentional about the vision for your family, long before you know where it will actually lead.
The Homeschool Launch Blueprint: Bring Your Homeschool Vision to Reality
The Homeschool Launch Blueprint Collective is my 8-week group coaching program designed to help you build a personalized homeschool for your family. Together, we'll move from vision to implementation as you choose curriculum, create a weekly rhythm, plan meaningful learning experiences, and build the community and support you need to homeschool with confidence.
Enrollment is open now through Monday, July 13th!
👉🏾 homeschoolourway.com/blueprint-collective
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CONNECT WITH TAMMY:
Instagram | Greenwood Seneca
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
YouTube | Instagram | Join My Newsletter
46 min - 127: You Don't Need to Have Everything Figured Out Before You Start Homeschooling (You Just Need a Plan)
If you've been putting off the decision to homeschool because you feel like you need every question answered first, this episode is your permission slip to stop waiting. I'm sharing what actually matters more than having it ALL figured out.
In this episode, we explore:
- What I got wrong our first year of homeschooling, and why I'd still make the same call again
- The difference between preparation and paralysis (and how to know which one you're in)
- The one thing you actually need before you start this fall (hint: it's not what you think)
FREE Live Workshop: Design a Homeschool That Works for YOUR Family
Ready to stop gathering information and start building your actual plan? Join me for a free, live workshop where we're going to sit down together and design a homeschool that works for your family, even if you have no idea where to start right now.
You'll walk away with a clear vision for your homeschool, a real understanding of what success looks like for your kids, and the confidence to start this coming school year with intention instead of overwhelm.
📅 Wednesday | July 8, 2026 at 7pm EST
👉🏾 Grab your free spot at homeschoolourway.com/workshop
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
YouTube | Instagram | Join My Newsletter
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About Homeschool Our Way - Homeschooling Programs, Black Moms, Black Families, Working Moms
From the publisher's feed
Have you considered homeschool because you feel like the traditional school system just isn’t meeting your family’s needs as a Black family? Are you worried about finding opportunities to connect with other families of color so that your kids have a safe space to socialize with their peers? Is it hard creating a homeschool schedule that balances your responsibilities as a working mom? Are you struggling to find the perfect curriculum that’s rich with cultural representation and meets your kids’ educational needs?
If any of that sounds familiar, I’m so glad to have you here! This podcast will empower you to take control of your children's education, help you create a personalized learning experience that uplifts and nurtures your children inside and out, and will help you maximize quality time and embrace this learning journey together as a family.
Hi, I’m Elan: a proud Spelman alumna, a wife and a working homeschool mom of 2. But before homeschooling became our way of life, I looked into every type of school imaginable for my girls. I simply couldn’t find a traditional learning environment that truly met their needs.
I tried small private schools, speciality charter schools, and I researched all the public schools near me that boasted the best test scores.
But I finally realized that if I wanted the personalized learning for my kids that would affirm them and allow them to dive deeper into their natural interests and passions, then I would have to take control of their education and completely reimagine what school could look like for my family.
So I decided to start homeschooling. I developed a simple framework that allowed me to create the learning environment my girls needed to thrive, while helping me balance my role as a working homeschool mom.
And now I’m sharing that framework with you!
So if you’re ready to take control and create a homeschool experience…
Tailored to your children's learning needs…
Connected with other homeschool families of color…
All while spending more quality time together as a family - then this is the podcast for you!
So pop in those earbuds and get ready to be educated and inspired by fellow Black moms who are reimagining education for their families and instilling a lifelong love of learning. Because if they can do it, I know you can too!
Let’s do homeschool our way.
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