Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court & Jess

We’re welcoming our very first guest to Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered! Maria Hendershot is a master-certified life coach, mom of six, and homeschooler for 26 years. She joins Court and Jess for an honest conversation about the rewards of homeschooling and the moments when it feels overwhelming.

Maria shares how involving her kids in conversations about their education has shaped their family, what she’s learned by asking them about their homeschool experience, and why moms need grace when burnout creeps in. We also talk about small ways to reset on a hard day, making a personal “joy list,” and finding awe and wonder in everyday life.

Whether you’re just starting out or deep in the homeschooling years, this conversation is a reminder that joy and hard days can exist together.

Connect with Maria at the following: 

I’ve Got You Mama podcast

Joyful Invention website

@marihendershot.coaching on Instagram

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In this episode of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we’re talking all about how we use AI in our everyday lives, from homeschooling our kids to managing our homes.

We’re sharing the practical ways AI helps us plan lessons, brainstorm ideas, simplify assignments, organize schedules, create meals, manage household tasks, and save time in the middle of busy family life. We also talk honestly about what AI can do well, where it still falls short, and why it works best as a helpful tool rather than a replacement for your own judgment and creativity.

Whether you’re already using AI or you’re still wondering what all the hype is about, this episode offers real-life examples, simple ideas, and encouragement to help you use it in ways that actually make life easier.

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In this episode of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we’re talking about one of the biggest questions homeschool families ask: How do families actually make homeschooling work financially? From income and budgeting to sacrifices, priorities, and creative solutions, we’re having an honest conversation about the real-life side of money and homeschooling.

We’re sharing the practical ways families make it work, the trade-offs that often come with this lifestyle, and the different paths people take to create a homeschool life that fits their values and goals. Whether you’re just starting to consider homeschooling or you’re already in it and feeling the financial stretch, this episode is meant to encourage you, challenge you, and remind you that there is no one-size-fits-all formula.

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In this episode of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we’re taking the long view of homeschooling. If you’re at the beginning of the school year and needing fresh motivation, or you’re deep in the hard middle years and wondering if it’s all worth it, this conversation is for you.

We’re talking about what it looks like to homeschool all the way through, what our kids are doing now, and why looking back brings so much joy and zero regret. This episode is for the parent who needs encouragement to keep going, stay the course, and remember that the fruit of homeschooling is often seen over time.

If you’ve ever needed a reminder that the hard days are not the whole story, this one will give you hope, perspective, and motivation for the year ahead.

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You don't need a corporate title to be a CEO. Every homeschooling parent is already leading an organization that matters more than any business: a family.

As homeschool parents, we often feel pulled in a hundred different directions: work deadlines, lesson plans, laundry piles, meals, appointments, activities, and the endless needs of the people we love most. It's easy to feel like we're constantly reacting rather than leading.

In this encouraging and practical session, Jessica Breuer, CEO of Venture Upward and homeschooling mom, shares how business leadership principles can transform your homeschool and home life. Learn how to create a family mission, establish priorities, manage your resources, delegate responsibilities, build healthy systems, and lead your home with confidence instead of chaos.

You'll walk away with practical tools, actionable strategies, and renewed encouragement to stop trying to do everything and start focusing on what matters most. Because successful CEOs don't do it all; they focus on what matters most.

Whether you're working from home, working outside the home, or simply managing the beautiful complexity of family life, you'll discover how to become the CEO your home needs.

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We’re back after summer break, and school is officially underway! In this episode of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we’re catching up on the start of our homeschool year: what we planned, what actually happened, what’s working well, and what we’re already changing.

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In this special episode of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we're sharing a recording from a Parent Professional Development session we were invited to present for Venture Upward. During this interactive Ask Us Anything session, we answered questions from parents on a wide range of topics.

We loved the opportunity to connect with families, share our experiences, and have honest conversations about the realities of homeschooling and motherhood. Whether you're looking for practical tips, encouragement, or simply enjoy hearing real-life homeschool stories, this episode is packed with insights from a fun and engaging Q&A.

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In this episode of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we’re talking all about summer plans, from summer learning and fun activities to the schedules that help keep everything running smoothly. We’re sharing how we approach the summer months, what we prioritize, and how we balance structure with the freedom that summer brings.

Whether you like to keep learning going, fill your days with activities, or just find a rhythm that works for your family, this episode is full of real-life conversations and honest ideas from our homeschool homes to yours. If you’ve been wondering how to make summer meaningful without making it overwhelming, this one’s for you.

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In this week's episode of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we're talking about the subjects that don't always make it into the core curriculum lineup but add so much richness to our homeschool days. From poetry and Shakespeare to logic, nature study, foreign language, and more, we're sharing the "extras" we teach, why we make time for them, and how they help create a well-rounded education. Whether you're looking to add something new to your homeschool or simply curious about what we do, this episode is full of ideas and inspiration.

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In this week’s episode of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we’re sharing the history and social studies curricula we’ve used, loved, and keep coming back to in our homeschool. From literature-rich programs to hands-on learning and family-style history, we’re talking about what has worked for our different ages and stages, why we chose them, and how we bring history to life in our homes. If you’re searching for a history curriculum or just love hearing what other homeschool families use, this episode is full of ideas and encouragement.

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