You were not meant to walk this journey alone. Homeschooling is a mission, a holy calling, but it’s not always easy. Having a support system of faithful Catholic moms makes all the difference.

Keep going forward, even if it’s just a little spark of learning each day. Your children are learning more from your perseverance than any curriculum could ever teach.

A well-crafted homeschool mission statement serves as a guiding light, keeping your educational journey aligned with your family's core values.

Next time you visit, browse your library’s services section. You might be surprised to find that everything from a GoPro to a 3D printer to discounted museum trips is just a library card away.

I wish I could tell my younger self that I am not alone, that there's no need to reinvent the wheel, and that there's a whole world of homeschooling families willing and eager to help newbies figure it out.

Ultimately, teaching in a homeschool co-op is about balance: balancing individual recognition with group rewards, balancing different teaching modalities, and balancing a variety of activities to keep energy high and engagement strong.