In this episode of Voice Notes from the Organized Homeschool Podcast, I'm thrilled to chat with Erica Johns, a seasoned homeschool mom who has homeschooled her six children for 24 years. Erica shares her journey from starting homeschooling in the late '90s to managing a busy household with six children, including times of crisis and shifting educational paths.

We discuss important topics like evaluating homeschooling decisions, balancing mental health with academics, and empowering teenagers to take ownership of their educational paths. Erica also provides practical advice on staying organized, handling curriculum choices, and the importance of reflective practices.

Finally, we talk about her current endeavors, including supporting homeschooling families through TikTok and the TikTok Homeschool Conference. Join us for this rich, insightful conversation that provides a wealth of wisdom for any homeschooler, at any stage of their journey.

Connect with Erica:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ericateachey

Sign up for the Tiktok Homeschool Conference emails:

https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1317014/145514467788063777/share

About Erica:

Erica homeschooled her 6 kids for 24 years, starting way back in the 1900s. Her kids are all grown up now, and she even has homeschooled grandkids. Now Erica continues to help the homeschool community with her Erica Johns: How to Homeschool tiktok account, by organizing the Tiktok Homeschool Conferences each month, and through her social media agency where she works with homeschool brands and content creators to help spread the word about terrific homeschool products and services.

00:00 Welcome to the Organized Homeschool Podcast

00:22 Meet Erica: A Homeschool Veteran

00:39 The Journey of Homeschooling Six Kids

01:35 Navigating Challenges and Making Decisions

03:56 Evaluating Homeschooling Choices

06:39 The Importance of Flexibility in Homeschooling

10:04 Empowering Children in Their Educational Path

14:58 Practical Tips for Homeschooling Success

19:30 Reflecting and Adjusting Your Homeschool Approach

25:37 Supporting Older Kids in Homeschooling

35:45 Reflecting on Homeschooling Journey

36:02 Organizing Homeschooling for Multiple Kids

38:41 Homeschooling Challenges and Solutions

41:29 Graduation and Transcripts

45:01 Respecting Children's Choices

47:05 Mental Health and Homeschooling

52:01 Homeschooling and Business Ventures

58:31 TikTok Homeschool Community

01:06:24 Balancing Business and Homeschooling

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