Welcome to The Ultimate Homeschool Community Podcast where you will learn about all things homeschool! You will enjoy interviews with new and veteran homeschool moms as well as coaches, artists, authors, non-profits and other co-op founders and creators. We will be sharing what it takes to start your own homeschool community group as well as, tips and tricks for your own family homeschool journey. Homeschooling is tough but when you have a village to support you, it enriches your entire fami ...
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LEAD YOUR HOMESCHOOL CO-OP | Community Building, Servant Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Policies and Procedures
Pam Kafer | Molly Kitsmiller | Hannah Larson | Homeschool Leaders in Mentorship and Coaching
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 on ...
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Happy End of the Year! Homeschool mama! You made it! Are you SOOOO ready for a break? Us too! It’s so tempting to just put away all the school stuff for the year and not think about anything related to homeschool or community or planning. . . We all need a break. But just closing the books and not looking at or thinking about them again is probably…
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Meet Gisella Brosche Our founder, Gisella Brosche is a former educator with over 20 years in the field. Gisella's educational journey boasts a Bachelors in Psychology, a Masters in Education, and a teaching credential that speaks volumes of her dedication. Having taught a diverse age group ranging from 2-18 years old, her experience culminated as a…
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Welcome to part 2 of our series about “bad” behavior. In Episode 43 we talked about reframing how you think about behavior. If we approach behavior with the understanding that there are unmet needs of the students, we can connect and interact to set students up for success. If we react from emotion, ourselves as teachers and the students are set up…
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Meet Chris:Christopher Wobig is a third generation entrepreneur and business coach, specializing in helping families and entrepreneurs start, scale, and succeed in business. Having worked in his family business most of his life, he has discovered the best way for families to thrive both financially and relationally in a world that wants nothing mor…
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Join me as I am discussing our next year plan. Sometimes we need to make a shift in our schedule, If you need help planning your own school schedule, reach out and let's chat! Free strategy call: https://tr.ee/WxPRlQhnqm Grab our freebies! https://tr.ee/KcZZi3GVIH由ultimatehomeschool
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Do you have students in your co-op with bad behavior? Are your teachers and mentors frustrated with lack of classroom management? Are they feeling helpless? What if I told you that it is in your power to reframe your mindset and turn the situation around. Be ready to be mind-blown in order to make this shift. How many of you have had a student in y…
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How are you doing homeschool mama? Do your kids (and maybe you) have spring fever? Have you been deep in the trenches with your homeschool co-op and are just READY to be done with this year? AND are you already anticipating next year - because it seems like the planning and registering and “need to know what next year is going to look like” comes e…
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Do you desire a co-op that serves all ages of students? Does your co-op have a history of high schoolers dropping out and pursuing other endeavors? Do you wonder how you can keep your high schoolers in your co-op during this critical time of their development? We know that many families desire to homeschool all the way through high school, but kids…
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Are you at a loss for what to include in your handbook? Are your community members reaching out with lots of questions that you feel like you have answered over and over? Are there issues that are coming up regularly? In today’s episode, we are going to give you some suggestions on information to consider including in your community handbook. I Cor…
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Do you want families that connect with and invest in the vision and mission of your community? Does the thought of asking hard questions to a new family make you cringe? What if I told you that it is possible to connect families in your co-op, through the application process, that will run the race together for God’s glory? It is possible when you …
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Do you think you should accept every family that applies to your co-op? Don’t like the idea of discriminating against families wanting to join your co-op? Are you uncomfortable with the vetting process for your co-op? Does it seem elitist to say “no” to someone wanting to join your co-op? In this episode we are going to discuss common mistakes that…
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Are undefined roles in leadership burning you out? Does your board desire clarity around their roles and responsibilities? Are important tasks getting missed? In this episode, we will be discussing how to work together as a board with unique giftings, to create a leadership team that is united and also complimentary. Need help? Schedule a coaching …
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Do you have kids in your co-op who are overwhelmed when faced with challenges? Are they easily frustrated when they don’t “get it” right off the bat? Do you often have meltdowns when one team loses a game or things don’t go someone’s way? If you are experiencing this, your co-op might benefit from some resiliency training. In this episode, Pam shar…
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Are you dreaming of a close-knit community for your homeschool next year? Do you long to find connections with others who want to grow together in faith? Do you feel a pull to start something new in your area but don’t know how to begin? If you are ready to step into your calling as a servant leader but need some help getting momentum, then stay tu…
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Episode 34: How To Keep Conflict From Chasing Away Good Families - Leaders Have the Power to Make A Difference!
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Is your community falling apart because of drama and conflict between families? Has going to community lost its joy because of gossip and complaining? As a leader, do you feel like a failure because it keeps happening again and again? Be encouraged leader. Leading homeschoolers is a difficult task but we would like to share some ideas about potenti…
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Episode 33: Wish Parents in Your Community Would Step Up? 3 Ways to Help Parents Become Active Members of Your Co-op
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Are the SAME people always volunteering and doing the work at your co-op? Are you struggling to get moms to pitch in because it’s “not my season”? Does your co-op seem to be full of takers rather than givers? What if I told you it is actually possible for parents to be eager to help? In this episode, we are addressing another great question from on…
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Episode 32: Feeling Disconnected from Your Community? 3 Ways to Build Relationships With Co-op Members
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Is your leadership team overwhelmed with all they need to do? Is your board having a hard time connecting to co-op members on community day? As leaders, are you in touch with the heartbeat of your community? In this episode, we are answering a question that was posted on our Facebook page about how the leadership team can actively build relationshi…
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Join me as Leslie and I discuss Heart Schooling and the homeschool convention that you don't want to miss! https://teachthemdiligently.net/ Use the discount code 'COMMUNITY' for $20 off tickets由ultimatehomeschool
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Episode 31: Dreaming of a Christian Homeschool Community? Why Going it Alone is Not Working and What to Do Instead.
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Are you homeschooling on your own and wish you had a community of believers to do life with? Do you desire deep relationships but have not found them in your neighborhood, or even at your church? Are your kids feeling isolated and settling for hanging out with kids just because they are in the neighborhood, but not because they are good friends? In…
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Episode 30: Want to Put The FUN Back in Fundraising? Expert Tips with Riley Mehegan Part Two
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Do you have big dreams for your community but don’t know how to pay for them? Does the idea of asking for money make your skin crawl? Does the word “fundraiser” make you want to go bury your head in the sand? What if I told you that you can put the FUN back into fundraising and make all your dreams come true? Listen to Part one of this series: http…
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Join me as we discuss 6 strategies to have a successful homeschool convention experience. Join the FB Group Grab the Freebies由ultimatehomeschool
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Episode 29: Want to Put The FUN Back in Fundraising? Expert Tips with Riley Mehegan Part One
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Do you have big dreams for your community but don’t know how to pay for them? Does the idea of asking for money make your skin crawl? Does the word “fundraiser” make you want to go bury your head in the sand? What if I told you that you could put the FUN back into fundraising and make all your dreams come true? In this episode, we have a special gu…
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Check out Wendy Melrose and her book series: Strong Girl You are Loved Book Website Learn about In the Zone Purchase Strong Girl You are Loved由ultimatehomeschool
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Episode 28: Why Can't People Just Follow the Rules? 3 Ways to Ensure that Rules Serve Your Community
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Are rules causing frustration and conflict in your community? Are you failing to please anyone because you're trying to please everyone? In this episode we are going to share why making new rules may not be the best solution to your problems. 1 Corinthians 14:40 “But everything should be done in a fitting and orderly way.” Join our Facebook group- …
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Join me as we discuss the best ways for getting supplies for your co-op. If you are interested in creating your own co-op but need help, email me directly: ultimatehomeschool@gmail.com由ultimatehomeschool
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How many times do you find yourself wasting time trying to figure out what to do next? Do you find yourself in a state of anxiety, wondering what you have forgotten? Do you know what you’re having for dinner? In this episode, Molly and I will share our favorite planners and why it’s so important to take the time, as a leader, to plan your week. Hor…
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Episode 26: How to Keep Christ at the Center of Your Co-op. 3 Ways to Incorporate Moms in Prayer into Your Community.
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Dreaming of deep relationships that come from a close-knit community? Wish you could find a way to grow together in your faith? Do you desire to tap into God’s peace and wisdom? In this episode, we are going to share ways to implement Moms in Prayer in your community. Moms in Prayer Website: https://momsinprayer.org/ Join our free Facebook group: L…
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Join me as we discuss some of the ways you can choose the best curriculum for your family. Grab the curriculum guide freebie! Join the FB Group由ultimatehomeschool
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Episode 25 Ready to Grow Together in Your Faith? How Prayer Can Get You There with Susan Shepherd from Moms in Prayer
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Do you need a tool or strategy to build connection, understanding and empathy in your community? Do you desire to lead your homeschool co-op with wisdom and peace? Today, we have a simple tool that could make the difference in your community. And guess what it is? Prayer! Sometimes, we look in all the wrong places for answers to our issues, and for…
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Join me as we discuss dealing with shame from others about our choices to homeschool. freebies, socials, discovery call sessions all in one place: click for all the links!由ultimatehomeschool
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Episode 24: Dreaming of a Deeply Connected Community? 4 Ways to Use Your Mission Statement to Cast a Vision for Your Community
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Is conflict between parents and students poisoning your community? Are disrespectful behaviors draining teachers? Do you wish you had a foolproof way of bringing on new board members and vetting new families? You’re not going to believe it but your mission statement is the key to unlocking a close knit community, establishing a solid board, and mak…
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Join me as we discuss the greater purpose of your homeschool that's more important than the academics. FB Group Resource freebies Free Call由ultimatehomeschool
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You may have noticed - we changed our name! We are now "Lead Your Homeschool Co-op" instead of "She Leads By Faith". We are still leading by faith, but we learned that we needed to make it easier to find us! Our Facebook group has a new name too! Be looking for our new art for our podcast - It's a new look but the same great content which we pray w…
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Episode 22 Tired of Getting Sidetracked by Endless Task Lists? The Number One Tool to Prioritize and Stay Focused as a Homeschool Leader.
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Are you ready to plan for the new year? Are you sick of wasting time with distractions and unimportant tasks? Today we are going to be talking about a planning calendar that can help you effectively develop policies, plan events and meetings, create schedules and all the things that it takes to run your co-op. This number one way to stay focused as…
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Join me as we discuss plans for you homeschool year! Get our Homeschool Journal bundle freebie to help you plan! Grab the Freebie! Connect with me!由ultimatehomeschool
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Is conflict destroying relationships in your community? Are offenses creating division? Feeling at a loss as a leader? What if I told you there is a way to grow through conflict rather than be destroyed by it. Conflict is inevitable whenever humans are in communion together. However, it can be an opportunity for growth rather than a cause for divis…
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Join me as I do a special interview with my daughter about her Homeschooling Journey! Homeschool Journal Freebie! Connect FB group Schedule a Free Call由ultimatehomeschool
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Episode 20: Do you Have Conflict in Your Homeschool Community? Craft a Biblically Based Policy With This Powerful Tool.
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Is conflict destroying relationships in your community? Are offenses creating division? Feeling at a loss as a leader? What if I told you there is a way to grow through conflict rather than be destroyed by it. Conflict is inevitable whenever humans are in communion together. However, it can be an opportunity for growth rather than a cause for divis…
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Join me as we discuss some ideas to think about when you feel burned out. FB Group Freebie resource Co-op Framework Course Free Discovery Call由ultimatehomeschool
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Episode 19: Are Conflicts Destroying Relationships in your Community? 5 Reasons Why You Need a Conflict Policy!
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Is conflict destroying relationships in your community? Are offenses creating division? Feeling at a loss as a leader? What if I told you there is a way to grow through conflict rather than be destroyed by it. Conflict is inevitable whenever humans are in communion together. However, it can be an opportunity for growth rather than a cause for divis…
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Join us as we discuss taking a moment to stop and reflect on the past year so we can set goals as we look forward to the new year and new experiences. Free Journal bundle FB Group Free discovery call由ultimatehomeschool
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Today's 10 Min Tip is about an organization called Mom's In Prayer! Check it out! Moms in Prayer由Pam Kafer | Molly Kitsmiller | Hannah Larson | Homeschool Leaders in Mentorship and Coaching
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Join me for an interview with Artist, Teacher and Author Christine Pointeau as we discuss her book Artventures. This is a great book to share with a homeschool group to enjoy the activities together. check out the books Visit the website由ultimatehomeschool
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Episode 17: Building Relationships and Memories: Planning a High School Trip Part 2 with Jennifer Hopwood
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In part 2 of Planning a High School Trip with Jennifer Hopwood we learn about budget, photo opportunities, activities and what to do after the trip. If you missed part 1 listen to Episode 14 and meet us back here! Don't forget to join our free Facebook page! We would love to connect https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066…
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Join me as we dive into the topic of overwhelm in homeschooling. Everyone gets overwhelmed at one point or another. Here, we discuss some ways to overcome overwhelm. Connect with our FBGroup Check our Freebies! Schedule a free discovery call由ultimatehomeschool
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The bible tells us in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." On this special episode, we would like to give thanks to God for all He has done and share with you what we are thankful for. We hope that if you are feeling the weight of the troubles o…
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Join me as we look at three ways to include gratitude this Thanksgiving within you homeschool and community. Connect with the FB Group Connect with me! Grab a freebie linktr.ee/ultimatehomeschool由ultimatehomeschool
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Have you ever had one of those moments where you are trying to connect with someone in your community and it just feels awkward and weird? Or have you tried leading by example or to inspire your community only to look back and realize there is no one following you? In this Ten Minute Tip I will review a leadership book that will show you a time tes…
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Episode 14: Want an Amazing Tool for Building Deep Relationships in Your Community? How To Plan A High School Trip With Jennifer Hopwood
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Are you looking for ways to create deep bonds within your community and especially with your high schoolers? Would you like to have a unique, capstone experience that will provide lifelong memories? Have you ever thought of traveling with your community. Today, we have a very special guest, Jennifer Hopwood, who will be sharing all her secrets abou…
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Join me as we discuss holiday planning and homeschooling. Do you need a break? Do you power through it? Share with us in the Homeschool FB Group Check out the digital store Connect with me!由ultimatehomeschool
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