Why We Left the Public School System (And Why You Might Want To, Too!)

There’s a little secret about our modern school system that not many people talk about: it wasn’t designed to create thinkers, innovators, or problem solvers. It was built to train kids for factory work. Bells signaling when to move to the next task. Memorization over creativity. Sitting in a desk for hours. Sound familiar?
But here’s the thing--our kids deserve better.
They deserve an education that prepares them for their future, not a system built for the Industrial Revolution. And that’s why we chose to step away from the traditional public school model and embrace Home Educating (notice I didn’t say “Homeschooling”—we’ll get to that in a second 😉).

Homeschooling Is NOT Just School at HomeA lot of new homeschool families (or those just considering it) imagine bringing school desks into their living rooms and recreating a six-hour school day. Nope. That’s not how we do things around here.
We call it Home Educating instead of Homeschooling because education is so much more than filling out worksheets and memorizing facts for a test. Life is learning! And when you embrace that mindset, the stress of "teaching" disappears, and real education happens naturally.
Here’s what Home Educating actually looks like:
✅ Cooking together = Home Ec + Math (measuring, fractions, budgeting)
✅ Helping fix a vehicle = Shop Class + Problem Solving
✅ Planting a garden = Life Skills + Science
✅ Museum visits & Library trips = History + Literature + Reading
✅ Building forts, playing outside, exploring nature = STEM + Creativity + Critical Thinking
Yes, we sit down with books and do structured lessons. Yes, we write reports and practice multiplication tables. But the beauty of Home Educating is that it’s customized to your child’s needs, learning style, and future goals.

Thinking About Homeschooling? Here’s Where to Start!Feeling overwhelmed? That’s normal! But here’s the good news:
👉 You don’t need an expensive boxed curriculum to get started. Many families pull together incredible resources from the library, secondhand sales, and even Walmart.
👉 You don’t need to mimic the school system. (In fact, I encourage you not to!) Find what works best for your family.
👉 You’re not alone! Homeschool conventions are a great way to meet like-minded families, find curriculum ideas, and get support. If you’re in Minnesota, the MACHE Convention in May (Duluth) is a must! And if you can’t make an in-person event, there are online conferences with expert speakers, too.
I’ll drop links in the comments for both the MACHE Convention and an upcoming online homeschool summit—so keep an eye out!

Need Help Getting Started? Let’s Chat!I know stepping away from the traditional system can feel overwhelming, but trust me--it’s worth it. If you have questions about Home Educating, choosing a curriculum, or just need some encouragement, send me a message.
You can do this, and I’d love to help! 💜

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​xoxo, Melissa