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LEAD YOUR HOMESCHOOL CO-OP | Start a Homeschool Co-op, Community Building, Servant Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Policies and Procedures
By Pam Kafer | Molly Kitsmiller | Homeschool Leaders in Mentorship and CoachingEducationKids & FamilyHow ToEducation for Kids
LEAD YOUR HOMESCHOOL CO-OP | Start a Homeschool Co-op, Community Building, Servant Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Policies and Procedures episodes
- Episode 155: Co-Op Management Made Easy with Homeschool Life and Renee Hogan
We’re bringing back this listener-favorite episode because the information is just too helpful not to share again!
You’ve felt the call. You’ve decided to move forward. Now comes the part where your vision has to become an actual, functioning co-op.
Registration. Communication. Payments. Scheduling. Websites. Forms. Member information. Suddenly, the dream can start to feel buried under a mountain of details.
But what if you didn’t have to piece it all together on your own?
In this episode, Renee Hogan from Homeschool-Life joins us to share how the right systems can simplify the administrative side of running your co-op and help you lead with greater confidence and clarity.
Whether you missed it the first time or need a refresher, this conversation could save you hours of frustration. Grab a pen and get ready to take notes!
Bible verse Prov 16:3 - Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.
Next Steps:
Schedule a coaching call:
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Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community. https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/
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54 min - Episode 154: The Secret Struggle Homeschool Moms Don’t Talk About
Bible verse:
2 Cor. 12:9 But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me.
Next Steps:
Schedule a coaching call:
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Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community. https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/
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36 min - Episode 153: Calling Out Leadership in the Next Generation with Doug Franklin – Part 2
What if the next generation of leaders isn't waiting until adulthood... but is sitting in your classes right now?
In Part 2 of our conversation with Doug Franklin, we shift our focus from developing our adult volunteers to developing the students God has entrusted to us. Doug shares practical ways we can intentionally call out leadership in young people by giving them real responsibility, meaningful experiences, and opportunities to grow in their faith.
Whether you're a homeschool parent, co-op director, or mentor, you'll discover simple but powerful ways to equip students to lead with confidence and Christlike character, both now and for years to come.
If your desire is to raise leaders instead of simply teaching students, you won't want to miss this episode.
Next Steps:
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41 min - Episode 152: Great Communities Begin with Great Leaders : A Conversation with Doug Franklin – Part 1
What if the greatest limitation to your homeschool community isn't a lack of volunteers, resources, or time, but the way we think about leadership?
Every leader wants to build a thriving community, but lasting impact doesn't begin with better systems. Maybe it begins with becoming a better leader. In this episode we are joined by Doug Franklin, founder of Leadertreks, an organization that has spent more than 30 years developing Christ-centered leaders.
In Part 1 of this conversation, Doug challenges us to think differently about influence, intentionality, discipleship, and the kind of leaders we ourselves are becoming. Whether you lead a homeschool co-op or simply your own family, our hope is that you will walk away encouraged and equipped to lead with greater purpose.
If you want your leadership to leave a lasting legacy, start this conversation with your leadership team now.
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Schedule a coaching call:
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Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community. https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/
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54 min - Episode 151: Learn the Art of Kind Communication with Rachel Petty part 2 of 2
Last week we uncovered why people often hear something completely different than what we intended to say. Today, we're taking the next step.
Rachel Petty is back to help us put these communication principles into practice. From leading volunteers to navigating conflict, parenting, and strengthening your closest relationships, the goal is to give you practical tools to communicate with greater kindness, clarity, and confidence.
Don’t be surprised if you find yourself thinking about this conversation long after the episode ends.
Have you ever walked away from a conversation thinking, "That is NOT what I meant!" Or found yourself leading a team, parenting your kids, or navigating conflict only to repeatedly feel like everyone seems to be hearing something completely different from what I am trying to say?
Today's guest is going to help us understand why. Rachel Petty from Kathleen Edelman's "I Said This, You Heard That" team joins us to unpack how understanding temperament can completely transform the way we communicate. Whether you're leading a homeschool co-op, working with volunteers, parenting your kids, or simply trying to build healthier relationships, this conversation will give you practical tools to speak in ways that build trust, reduce conflict, and strengthen your community.
You won't want to miss this one.
Thanks for listening! We help homeschool leaders grow lasting community built on Christ, connection, and strong leadership.
Next Steps:
Get the book: I Said This You Heard That - Amazon Link
Download the app: HERE
Take the assessment - CLICK HERE - Bulk pricing available
Schedule a coaching call:
https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/
Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community. https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/
Contact us!
46 min - Episode 150: Learn the Art of Kind Communication with Rachel Petty part 1 of 2
Have you ever walked away from a conversation thinking, "That is NOT what I meant!" Or found yourself leading a team, parenting your kids, or navigating conflict only to repeatedly feel like everyone seems to be hearing something completely different from what I am trying to say?
Today's guest is going to help us understand why. Rachel Petty from Kathleen Edelman's "I Said This, You Heard That" team joins us to unpack how understanding temperament can completely transform the way we communicate. Whether you're leading a homeschool co-op, working with volunteers, parenting your kids, or simply trying to build healthier relationships, this conversation will give you practical tools to speak in ways that build trust, reduce conflict, and strengthen your community.
You won't want to miss this one.
Thanks for listening! We help homeschool leaders grow lasting community built on Christ, connection, and strong leadership.
Next Steps:
Get the book: I Said This You Heard That - Amazon Link
Download the app: HERE
Take the assessment - CLICK HERE - Bulk pricing available
Schedule a coaching call:
https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/
Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community. https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/
Contact us!
33 min - Episode 149: What Every Leader Needs to be Successful. It's Not What You Think.
Leaders, have you ever felt like you needed someone to talk to but there was no one you felt you could confide in? Maybe you're wrestling with a difficult decision, looking for fresh ideas, or simply wondering if anyone else understands the weight you're carrying. Who do you go to when your board is tired too? What if one conversation with another leader could save you hours of frustration, provide resources you didn't know existed, or simply remind you that you're not alone?
In this episode, we're talking about why every homeschool leader needs connection beyond their own board and how community with other leaders can make this journey worth it!
Next Steps:
Schedule a coaching call:
https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/
Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
MEET AND GREET DATES: JULY 2ND 6PM MST & JULY 9TH 12PM MST - Join our FB group for details.
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community. https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/
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18 min - Episode 148: The Difference Between a Leader and a Person in Charge
When you think of a leader, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Someone who is charismatic? Someone who can take charge? Maybe someone who seems to have it all together or is exceptionally smart?
We often mistake these qualities for leadership. While they can be helpful, they don't define a leader. True leaders come in all shapes, personalities, and backgrounds.
When we look at Scripture, we see leaders who were bold, leaders who were hesitant, leaders who were gifted communicators, and leaders who felt completely inadequate. What made them effective wasn't their personality or natural ability—it was their willingness to trust God, follow His leading, and faithfully serve others.
In this episode, we're going to explore three biblical characteristics that set great leaders apart.
Thanks for listening! We help homeschool leaders grow lasting community built on Christ, connection, and strong leadership.
Next Steps:
Schedule a coaching call:
https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/
Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community. https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/
Contact us!
30 min - Episode 147: Scholarship Funds - Can Your Co-op Afford to be Generous
A listener recently asked us a question that many homeschool co-ops eventually face:
What do you do when a family wants to participate… but simply can’t afford the fees?
Should co-ops offer scholarships or benevolence funds?
If they do, how do you decide who receives help?Where does the money come from?And how do you create a system that is both compassionate and sustainable?If your co-op has ever wrestled with balancing generosity and responsibility, this conversation is for you.
Bible verse: Galatians 6:2
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
Next Steps:
Schedule a coaching call:
https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/
Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community. https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/
Contact us!
21 min - Episode 146: The Art of Passing the Torch; Strategies for a Smooth Leadership Transition
There will come a time when it’s your turn to step down and someone else’s turn to step into leadership, but how do you do that in a way that doesn’t leave hurt feelings, confusion, frustration, or a community that feels unstable?
Too often leaders wait until burnout, conflict, or exhaustion forces the transition. But healthy transitions don’t happen accidentally, they are built intentionally.
In this episode, we’re talking about The Art of Passing the Torch, practical strategies for both offboarding current leaders well and onboarding new leaders with clarity, support, and confidence so the mission continues long after your season ends.
Thanks for listening! We help homeschool leaders grow lasting community built on Christ, connection, and strong leadership.
Next Steps:
Schedule a coaching call:
https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/
Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community. https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/
Contact us!
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About LEAD YOUR HOMESCHOOL CO-OP | Start a Homeschool Co-op, Community Building, Servant Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Policies and Procedures
From the publisher's feed
Welcome to Lead Your Homeschool Co-op! Do you desire a Christian community with families that fit? Do you find yourself up late at night googling “conflict resolution” and “how to build a community”? Do you dream of a sustainable homeschool group only to feel discouraged when policies fail, logistics get in the way or a conflict comes up again?
Hello! We are the Homeschool Community Builders.Together, we have more than 30 years of experience in leading successful homeschool groups. But at one time, we too were in co-ops that did not work for our families. We needed deep relationships and a community that would help our families grow in faith,
In order to be a part of a sustainable Christian community, we stepped out in faith and trusted God’s plan to build the community that we desired. In this podcast, we will help you create Christ-centered policies, establish a close-knit culture, and develop strong leadership skills so that you can serve your community well.
And now it's YOUR turn!
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