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Description:
Thinking about starting a homeschool co-op—but worried about overwhelm? Lindsay Carpenter shares her real-life journey from burnout in a large co-op to building a simple, thriving, faith-centered homeschool community. Learn how to balance service and family life, avoid common pitfalls, and create something that truly works for your family.
Show Notes:
- Lindsay’s journey from public school teacher to homeschool leader
- Why bigger isn’t always better
- The “year of no” and resetting priorities
- How to discern your community’s real needs
- Why simplicity is key
- Avoiding burnout while serving others
- Encouraging parents to step into teaching roles
Lindsay’s book: Where Is Jesus Hidden, https://amzn.to/4dKi5Ph
Short video with Lindsay on how she implements HSC classes into her co-op: https://youtu.be/XzUx8nvuCMw?si=2aqM3wBX3wV3TE0V
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Grab your coffee, and let’s homeschool together!