Homeschooling After Public (or Private) School (Replay)

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Homeschooling After Public (or Private) School

How to Make the Transition Peaceful & Productive

Vintage Homeschool Moms — Episode 79 (Replay)

Host: Felice Gerwitz — author, publisher, and your weekly encourager for living a Christian life where every moment counts.

Big question: How do you bring a child home from a traditional classroom without losing your relationship—or your sanity?

Episode snapshot

Felice talks with guest Michelle Pohl, a mom who transitioned her fourth-grader (and kindergartener) from brick-and-mortar school to home. They get real about what’s actually hard (hint: it’s not fractions), why rebuilding connection comes before curriculum, and the small daily habits that help mom set a calm tone in the home. You’ll hear practical ideas for de-schooling, rhythms that work, how to handle “That’s not how my teacher did it,” and why it’s okay that mom is different—and should be.

Highlights & takeaways

• Relationship first, lessons second. The biggest challenge wasn’t academics—it was re-connecting after years of go-go-go schedules. Expect the first year to focus on trust-building and new family rhythms.

• Mom sets the tone. Simple anchors change the day: quiet time with the Lord, a shower and getting dressed (even if it’s fresh pajamas!), and a warm cup of tea to slow reactions and increase patience.

• De-school with intention. If possible, transition over summer or after Christmas and allow buffer weeks for rest, field trips, and previewing curriculum. Let emotions settle before you launc

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