Homeschool Our Way - Homeschooling Programs, Black Moms, Black Families, Working Moms

By Elan Page | Homeschool Coach, Work From Home Mom, Black MomEducation Kids & Family Education for Kids

Homeschool Our Way - Homeschooling Programs, Black Moms, Black Families, Working Moms episodes

June 26126: Your Biggest Homeschool Questions Answered (part 2)
💡 If you haven't yet listened to Part 1 (episode 125), you can start there!
This week we're wrapping up our Top 10 countdown with the five questions that address that are less about logistics and more about whether you're really cut out for this homeschooling thing. And spoiler: you ABSOLUTELY are!
In this episode, we explore:
How to REALLY tackle the curriculum conundrum
The socialization question, finally answered in a way that'll actually put your mind at ease
How working moms are making homeschooling work
The one mindset shift that makes you more than qualified to lead your child's education
FREE Live Workshop: Design a Homeschool That Works for YOUR Family
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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 8th at 7pm EST
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RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Episode 95: Curriculum Confidence: How to Pick the Right Resources for Your Family
Episode 83: Microschools 101: What They Are & How They Can Benefit Homeschool Families
Homeschool Launch Blueprint: learn more about my group coaching program to help you set up your family’s homeschool, step by step
Outschool: K-12 virtual classes for students (use this link for $50 off your first class!)

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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
YouTube | Instagram | Join My Newsletter
18 min
June 18125: Your Biggest Homeschool Questions Answered (part 1)
If you've been seriously thinking about homeschooling but the questions just keep stacking up , this episode is for you. In part one of this two-part series, I'm kicking off a Top 10 countdown of the questions I hear most from families who are considering making the leap, and I'm giving you my real, honest perspective on every single one of them.
In this episode, we explore:
Why your homeschool day probably won't look anything like what you're imagining right now
Whether homeschooling is actually a full K–12 path, and what that can look like in real life
What happens to your homeschool when life moves (literally)
The truth about sports and extracurriculars for homeschool students
Ready to build a homeschool that actually fits your family?
Thinking about homeschooling this fall? Click the link below to join the VIP list for first access and the lowest price available on the Homeschool Launch Blueprint before enrollment opens to the public.
👉🏾Join the Homeschool Launch Blueprint VIP List
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RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Episode 116 — 116: Your Homeschool Isn’t Broken. It’s Just Out of Alignment. (each day should have a purpose)
Episodes 4&5 - 101 Tips for Homeschoolers, with Natalie Mack (she graduated her 5 homeschooled children!)
Episode 90: Planning for Homeschool Graduation and College: 3 Experts Help Get You There
Learn your state’s homeschool laws
Episode 20: They’re Not Missing Out! Exploring Traditional School Experiences for Homeschool Students, with Jasmine Lee

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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
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14 min
June 11124: Your Homeschool Doesn't Have to Look Like School (And That's the Point)
Brand new homeschool families tend to share a lot of the same concerns: what is my homeschool supposed to “look like”, and how do I start putting it together? So if that sounds like you, don’t worry! The truth is that you have far more freedom in creating your family’s homeschool than you might realize. And today, I want to give you permission to use it. 💪🏾
In this episode, we explore:
The question most new homeschool families ask first…and the one they should REALLY be starting with
Why forcing every child into the same learning experience might be working against you (and what to do instead)
One of the most important parts of your homeschool plan that most families accidentally leave out
How three completely different homeschools can all be thriving at the same time — and what that means for yours
Ready to build a homeschool that actually fits your family?
Join me inside the free START Homeschooling Workshop! I'll walk you through how to think differently about education, explore your options, and begin building a learning experience that fits your child and your family.
👉🏾Click here to get the free START Homeschooling Workshop
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RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Outschool: thousands of live virtual K-12 classes (use my referral link for $50 off your first class!)
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
YouTube | Instagram | Join My Newsletter
10 min
June 04123: Could the Wrong Learning Environment Be Holding Your Child Back?
Have we been asking the wrong question all along? In this episode, I'm exploring the idea that when a child isn't thriving, the question isn’t always “how can we change the child?”. It may just require taking a closer look at their learning environment.
In this episode, we explore:
Why a child can be doing everything "right" on paper and still be quietly losing their love of learning
The real reason some kids seem to completely transform, and why it has nothing to do with effort
How to tell the difference between a child who's struggling and a child who's simply out of alignment
Ready to explore what homeschooling could look like for your family?
Join me inside the free START Homeschooling Workshop! I'll walk you through how to think differently about education, explore your options, and begin building a learning experience that fits your child and your family.
👉🏾Click here to get the free START Homeschooling Workshop
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
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11 min
May 28122: Think Homeschooling Could Never Work for Your Family? Think Again.
If you've ever thought homeschooling just isn't realistic for your family, this episode is for you. I'm walking through three of the biggest misconceptions that keep families from even considering homeschool a real look, and I'm sharing what it actually looks like to build a modern homeschool around your family’s real life.
Trust me: homeschooling is likely far more doable than you might think, and I want you to see that for yourself.
In this episode, we explore:
Why the version of homeschooling you're probably picturing in your head is way different than reality
The real math on how much time homeschooling actually takes (it's not what you'd expect)
Why you don't have to become a one-woman school system to give your kids a great education at home
What happened to my kids’ friend group when we started homeschooling (hint: it didn't shrink 😉)
Check out the brand new START Homeschooling Workshop!
If homeschooling is something you’d like to explore, my free START Homeschooling Workshop is the perfect first step! It’s packed with everything you need to get grounded and clear about starting your family’s homeschool journey.
👉🏾Click here to get the free START Homeschooling Workshop
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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
Outschool - Virtual classes for K–12 (use this link for a discount off your first class!)
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
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12 min
May 18121: Need to Reimagine What Next School Year Looks Like? Start Here!
As your family wraps up the school year, if you're quietly wondering whether next year needs to look different — even if you can't quite name why — this episode is for you. I’m giving you a real framework to think through what your family actually needs going into next year.
In this episode, we explore:
The question most moms are afraid to ask themselves at the end of a school year — and why answering it honestly is the most important thing you can do right now.
How to tell the difference between something that's just an inconvenience and something that's actually worth changing
Why "school" isn't just one option — and what it looks like to reimagine the possibilities for your child.
Why homeschooling might be worth a closer look, even if you’ve never thought about it before.
Check out the brand new START Homeschooling Workshop!
If this episode got you thinking about what school can look like for your family, this free workshop is the perfect next step! I just gave it a full refresh, and it’s packed with everything you need to get grounded and clear about starting your family’s homeschool journey.
👉🏾Click here to get the free START Homeschooling Workshop
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
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14 min
May 01120: When Life Changes the Plan: Homeschooling & The Freedom to Pivot, with Cassie Olguin
When life throws your family a curveball or hands you an opportunity you never saw coming, homeschooling gives you the flexibility to pivot and keep moving forward. That's exactly what today's guest, Cassie Olguin, has lived out with her oldest daughter, and her story is one you're not going to want to miss.
In this episode, we explore:
How homeschooling made it possible for her daughter to pivot without falling behind
What it looks like to support your child through big dreams and unexpected endings
The emotional side of letting go of a path you thought was “the plan”
How to raise kids who can actually advocate for themselves and take ownership of their education
Connect with Cassie:
LinkedIn | Outschool Blog
Cassie's Article: Raising Independent Learners
Resources mentioned:
Episode 76 🎧: Homeschool Outsourcing Made Simple for Busy Moms, with Cassie Olguin
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New From Elan:
👉🏾Homeschool Rhythm: Build a Flexible Structure That Fits Your Family's Real Life
This mini course walks you step-by-step through building a homeschool rhythm designed around your family’s real schedule, your family's natural energy, and your actual life.
Enroll now! ➡️ homeschoolourway.com/rhythm
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
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44 min
April 23119: Stop Searching for Community & Start Building It, with Ashley Peek Gordon
When Ashley Peek Gordon looked around the homeschool world and couldn't find what her family needed, she didn't keep searching. She built one. And what started as a small vision is now home to over 250 families in San Antonio, Texas.
In this episode, we explore:
What finally pushed Ashley to stop searching and start building...and what happened when she did
Why "secular" and "progressive" don't always mean the same thing in homeschool spaces (and why that distinction matters)
What it actually looks like to decolonize your curriculum and make learning culturally affirming
Connect with Ashley:
For the Culture Homeschool | IG | FB
Secular Homeschool Revolution Podcast | IG
Resources mentioned:
Missed episode 117? Listen here 🎧: Why Finding Homeschool Community Feels So Hard (and what you can do TODAY to change that!)
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New From Elan:
👉🏾 Homeschool Rhythm: Build a Flexible Structure That Fits Your Family's Real Life
This mini course walks you step-by-step through building a homeschool rhythm designed around your family’s real schedule, your family's natural energy, and your actual life.
Enroll now! ➡️ homeschoolourway.com/rhythm
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
YouTube | Instagram | Join My Newsletter
40 min
April 16118: Why Working Homeschool Moms Feel Behind All the Time (and how to fix it!)
If you're a working homeschool mom, that constant feeling of not being able to keep up is one that many of us have experienced…myself included.
In this episode, I'm breaking down the real reasons this happens and the practical shifts you can make so that your homeschool weeks finally start to feel manageable for you and the whole family.
We explore:
The comparison trap that's quietly keeping you stuck (and it's not just about other people 👀)
Why doing more might actually be the thing that's slowing you down
A smarter way to handle the clash between your work life and your homeschool life
The one mindset shift that takes you from reactive chaos to intentional, sustainable rhythm
Resources mentioned:
👉🏾Homeschool Rhythm: Build a Flexible Structure That Fits Your Family's Real Life
This mini course walks you step-by-step through building a homeschool rhythm designed around your family’s real schedule, your family's natural energy, and your actual life.
Enroll now! ➡️ homeschoolourway.com/rhythm
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
YouTube | Instagram | Join My Newsletter
10 min
April 09117: Why Finding Homeschool Community Feels So Hard (and what you can do TODAY to change that!)
Finding homeschool community can be hard for any family. But for Black families, the search carries extra weight because it's not just about socialization. It's about finding a space where your kids are celebrated, not tolerated.
In this episode, I'm getting honest about why that search feels so challenging for families of color, and I’m sharing five practical things you can do to find the community your family deserves.
Here's what we explore:
The real reason finding homeschool community hits different for families of color — and why it makes complete sense that it feels so hard.
The surprisingly simple thing you can do before you even start homeschooling that could connect you with your people faster than you'd think.
Why saying yes too quickly to the wrong community might be costing you more than you realize.
What one mom's decision to listen to her child’s needs ultimately led to for her family.
Stay connected with Elan:
Join my weekly newsletter for real homeschool life, honest conversations, and what I’m learning along the way → Join My Newsletter!
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👉🏾Homeschool Rhythm: Build a Flexible Structure That Fits Your Family's Real Life
My brand new mini course that walks you step-by-step through building a homeschool rhythm designed around your family’s real schedule, your family's natural energy, and your actual life.
Enroll now: homeschoolourway.com/rhythm
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WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ELAN:
YouTube | Instagram
14 min

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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?

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