Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court & Jess

In this special edition of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we’re revisiting a 2023 Venture Upward training led by Court: Home School Year in Review. This class reflects on the homeschool journey with honesty, encouragement, and practical insight for families navigating the real-life highs and lows of learning at home.

Court shares lessons from the year, what worked well, what needed adjusting, and why reflection matters so much in building a homeschool life that fits your family. From celebrating growth to learning from challenges, this episode offers a grounded look at how to close out the school year with intention and step into the next one with clarity and confidence.

Whether you’re wrapping up your first year or you’ve been homeschooling for a while, this episode is a reminder that progress does not have to look perfect to be meaningful.

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The school year isn’t even over, and somehow it already feels like planning season. In this episode, we’re talking about how to think ahead without spiraling into stress, comparison, or panic-buying curriculum at midnight. We’re sharing practical thoughts on what to consider before planning next year, how to keep it simple, and why your family’s real needs matter more than what everyone else is doing.

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As the homeschool year starts winding down, this is the perfect time to reflect. In this episode, we’re sharing what worked, what totally flopped, what surprised us, and what we’re learning from this school year. This is an honest conversation about wins, failures, flexibility, and giving ourselves permission to learn as we go. Because not every good homeschool year looks perfect from the outside.

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Spring travel with kids can sound so fun in theory — fresh weather, family memories, a break from the usual routine — but in real life, it can also come with a lot of stress, mess, and unmet expectations. In this episode, we’re talking honestly about what it looks like to travel with kids during the spring season, from road trips and packing to flexible routines and managing the chaos along the way. We’re sharing practical tips, realistic expectations, and encouragement for moms who want to make memories without putting so much pressure on the trip being perfect.

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Spring can get full fast. Field trips, sports, co-ops, church events, vacations, end-of-year activities — suddenly the calendar is packed and the pressure is everywhere. In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about overcommitting, the guilt that comes with saying no, and how to protect peace in your homeschool and family life. If spring always feels like too much, this one will hit home.

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What if spring could do some of the teaching for us? In this episode, we’re talking about using the outdoors as part of your homeschool in simple, meaningful ways. From nature walks and gardening to journaling and observation, we’re sharing ideas for learning that feel alive, seasonal, and way less stressful. If you’ve been craving a homeschool rhythm that feels more natural this spring, this episode is for you.

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Spring has a way of making us all crave a fresh start, especially in homeschool. In this episode, we’re talking about what it looks like to reset your rhythm without overcomplicating everything. If winter felt heavy, routines got off track, or you’re just feeling the need for a little breathing room, this conversation is for you. We’re sharing simple ways to lighten the load, let go of what isn’t working, and step into spring with more peace and less pressure.

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In this week’s episode of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we’re talking about something moms hear about all the time but rarely get the space to actually practice: self-care.

Between homeschooling, motherhood, marriage, work, and the nonstop mental load, it can feel impossible to slow down without guilt. We’re unpacking what self-care really looks like for moms in the real world — not the picture-perfect version, but the kind that helps you breathe, reset, and keep showing up without losing yourself in the process. 

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Court and Jess are chatting about all the books in their homes right now—what we’re reading ourselves, what we’re reading with our kids, and what our kids can’t put down. Come along for a fun conversation and maybe find your next favorite book!

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Meal planning doesn’t have to be overwhelming. We’re breaking down how we plan, prep, and stay ahead in the kitchen while juggling homeschool and busy family life.

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