School to Homeschool

By: Janae Daniels
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  • In July 2020, I did something I vowed as a once-public middle school teacher, that I would NEVER do. I withdrew my remaining four children of six and began homeschooling. My oldest two sons had graduated from public/charter schools and my remaining four had been in public school since Pre-K. I had two children about to finish middle school and head into high school. To say I was terrified was an understatement–even with my experience teaching hundreds of kids a year prior to getting married. This was different. What if I made them stupid? What if they became “weird” homeschooled kids? What if they couldn’t get into college? What if I messed up? What if I ruined them forever? I wasn’t a math teacher. I wasn’t a science teacher. I wasn’t an English teacher. I had been a theater teacher! I was an ELECTIVE teacher. Most kids came to my class because they WANTED to, not because they HAD to. My own kids would be DOOMED! Yet, I felt compelled…and the upcoming 2020-2021 school year was so uncertain and scary. Would they be in school or out of school? Would they be online or hybrid? Would they have to social distance? What kind of an experience would that be for them? No one knew what to expect…not administrators, not teachers, not parents…no one. They needed stability. Amidst the uncertainty, and at the very least, I could give them stability. Plus, it couldn’t be any worse than the remainder of the school year at the onset of Covid, could it? So I took the plunge. On Tuesday, July 21, 2020, with hands shaking, I handed in my Notice of Intent to Homeschool to my school district and thus began the journey. I was terrified. I didn’t know anyone who withdrew their children BEFORE high school to homeschool. The few homeschoolers that I knew had ALWAYS homeschooled or withdrawn them in elementary and then often put them IN school to complete high school. I felt afraid and alone. I don’t anymore. Over the past few years, along with homeschooling my kids, I have spent hundreds of hours studying the history of the school system in the United States coupled with a better understanding of how children learn and how they do not. I have studied dozens of educational philosophies–philosophies NEVER discussed in my education work to become a certified teacher. Yet, the philosophies are brilliant and effective. I have met with like-minded parents–all over the country–whose kids are thriving and happy being educated at home! Our family has gone through a masterful journey. My children are thriving more than they ever did while in public school despite all my deficiencies as a mother and as a teacher. By sharing our journey, experiences, and lessons learned, I hope to calm some of your fears, welcome you to this magical world, answer the hard questions and give you the confidence to start this journey with your children… I want you to come away with confidence knowing: -where to find resources and the legalities in your state to leave public school -how to deschool them and you -what to do about socialization and friendships -what the different forms of homeschooling look like to determine what is best for your family -what to do with your elementary and middle schoolers -what to do with your high schoolers -determine how to help them discover their passions -how to prepare them for college, trade school, or other paths -what curriculums to choose or not to choose -what to do about personal time for yourself -what to do if you don’t feel qualified or know every subject -what to do about technology -what to do about Math, Science, Reading, and Writing -and much more… I had those fears too! You don’t need to be afraid! You just need a guide. I want to share with you our journey so you can have the confidence to start yours. You can do this! It doesn’t have to be scary. It doesn’t have to be lonely. You won’t ruin your kids and you just might come to love them even more than you thought was possible. Join me as I take you through the journey from School to Homeschool.
    2023
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Episodes
  • 95. HOMESCHOOLING 101: Part 5: Finding Community--5 of 5 Part (Mini-series)

    95. HOMESCHOOLING 101: Part 5: Finding Community--5 of 5 Part (Mini-series)
    Mar 24 2025

    Are you ready to pull your teens and kids from public school to start homeschooling, but don't know where to start!? This mini-series is the place. In this episode, we discuss finding community, for your family! This is the 5 episode of 5 in this mini-series. For a deeper dive into the homeschooling transition, check out Episode 1: Beginning the Journey of this podcast.

    Homeschooling 101 Part 1: Laws on YouTube

    Homeschooling 101 Part 2: Deschooling on YouTube

    Homeschooling 101 Part 3: Creating a Vision on YouTube

    Homeschooling 101 Part 4: Philosophies on YouTube

    Homeschooling 101 Part 5: Finding Community & Friends on YouTube

    Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter

    School to Homeschool YouTube Channel

    Private Mentoring with Janae: Schedule a Free Discovery Call

    Etsy Store: Shop for Homeschooling Swag

    *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.

    CONNECT with US

    Join the Private Facebook Group

    Connect and follow along with Janae’s Journey on Instagram @janae.daniels

    Learn more about School to Homeschool

    Contact Janae: schooltohomeschool1@gmail.com
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    22 mins
  • 94. HOMESCHOOLING 101: Part 4: Philosophies, Routines & Rhythms

    94. HOMESCHOOLING 101: Part 4: Philosophies, Routines & Rhythms
    Mar 22 2025
    Are you ready to pull your teens and kids from public school to start homeschooling, but don't know where to start!? This mini-series is the place. In this episode, we discuss homeschooling philosophies, rhythms, & routines for your family and homeschool! This is the 4 episode of 5 in this mini-series. For a deeper dive into the homeschooling transition, check out Episode 1: Beginning the Journey of this podcast. A Few Books to Learn More About Various Educational Philosophies: The Classical Education: The Well-Trained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education at Home by Susan Wise Bauer and Jessie Wise Charlotte Mason: A Charlotte Mason Companion: Personal Reflections on the Gentle Art of Learning by Karen Andreola Home Education (The Home Education Series) by Charlotte Mason Philosophy of Education (The Home Education Series) by Charlotte Mason Parents and Children (The Home Education Series) by Charlotte Mason For the Children's Sake: Foundations of Education for Home and School by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay Montessori Method: The Absorbent Mind: A Classic in Education and Child Development for Educators and Parents by Maria Montessori Montessori: A Modern Approach: The Classic Introduction to Montessori for Parents and Teachers by Paula Polk Lillard, Foreward by Maria Montessori Waldorf Education: Understanding Waldorf Education: Teaching from the Inside Out by Jack Petrash Waldorf Education: A Family Guide by Multiple Authors Unschooling: Unschooled: Raising Curious, Well-Educated Children Outside the Conventional Classroom by Kerry McDonald Free to Learn by Peter Gray How Children Learn by John Holt How Children Fail by John Holt Unit Studies: Unit Studies Planner: Brainstorm, Organize an Plan Out 100 Homeschool Unit Studies Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links. Homeschooling 101 Part 1: Laws on YouTube Homeschooling 101 Part 2: Deschooling on YouTube Homeschooling 101 Part 3: Creating a Vision on YouTube Homeschooling 101 Part 4: Philosophies Routines & Rythms on YouTube Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel Private Mentoring with Janae: Schedule a Free Discovery Call Etsy Store: Shop for Homeschooling Swag *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links. CONNECT with US Join the Private Facebook Group Connect and follow along with Janae’s Journey on Instagram @janae.daniels Learn more about School to Homeschool Contact Janae: schooltohomeschool1@gmail.com
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    24 mins
  • 93. HOMESCHOOLING 101: CREATING A VISION--3 of 5 (Miniseries)

    93. HOMESCHOOLING 101: CREATING A VISION--3 of 5 (Miniseries)
    Mar 19 2025

    Are you ready to pull your teens and kids from public school to start homeschooling, but don't know where to start!? This mini-series is the place. In this episode, we discuss creating a vision for your family and homeschool! This is the 3 episode of 5 in this mini-series. For a deeper dive into the homeschooling transition, check out Episode 1: Beginning the Journey of this podcast.

    Visions Worksheet: PDF Download

    Homeschooling 101 Part 1: Laws on YouTube

    Homeschooling 101 Part 2: Deschooling on YouTube

    Homeschooling 101 Part 3: Creating a Vision on YouTube

    YouTube: Watch Episode 7: Vision, Passions, Learning Styles, & Attention Spans

    Listen to Episode 7: Vision, Passions, Learning Styles, & Attention Spans

    Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter

    School to Homeschool YouTube Channel

    Private Mentoring with Janae: Schedule a Free Discovery Call

    Etsy Store: Shop for Homeschooling Swag

    *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.

    CONNECT with US

    Join the Private Facebook Group

    Connect and follow along with Janae’s Journey on Instagram @janae.daniels

    Learn more about School to Homeschool

    Contact Janae: schooltohomeschool1@gmail.com
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    17 mins

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