The Homeschool How To

The Homeschool How To Podcast

Interviews with Homeschoolers

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Behind The Mic

Hi, I’m Cheryl—your fellow conspiracy-loving mama who firmly believes the government has no place in raising my kids.

Here’s the kicker: I had zero experience with homeschooling when I realized I wanted to keep my kids out of the school system. I thought homeschoolers were weird and spent their days sewing and whittling. Could I blend our world with homeschooling? Would my kids resent me for missing out on traditional experiences like the prom and football games?

I didn’t know, so I set out on a mission to learn from the experts.

I began my podcast interviewing homeschooling families so I could explore all the ways people are homeschooling, breaking free from the confines of cubicles and classrooms to embrace a life of freedom and curiosity. This journey has been life changing and led me to leave my 16-year government career to fully embrace the homeschooling lifestyle.. and I want to help you do the same!

Join me on this exciting journey as I interview seasoned homeschoolers, uncover creative approaches, and share what I’m learning along the way!

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Latest Episodes

What happens when two parents with a 70-acre property, a wedding venue, and a 2% chance of having children decide the local school system just isn't good enough for their girls? They build something better from scratch.

In this episode, Cheryl sits down with Sarah and Greg Holland of Jericho Valley Co-op in Berkshire County, Massachusetts — a homeschool support organization they built on their own property, with a licensed teacher who walked away from 25 years in the public school system because she believed in what they were building.

Sarah and Greg share how they went from never considering homeschooling to launching a thriving co-op that doubled enrollment in less than a year and now has a waitlist. They talk about hiring a teacher, navigating the legal landscape of running a homeschool co-op, mixed-age learning, getting kids outside every day, and why they believe every community has the resources to do something similar if they just look around.

If you've ever thought about starting something like this in your own community — or you're just looking for proof that there's a better way — this episode is for you.

Topics covered:

Why two self-described ”school lovers” chose to leave the system behind
How they built a co-op using their existing property and business
Finding and hiring a teacher who left a 25-year public school career
Mixed-age classrooms and individualized learning plans
Navigating homeschool co-op laws in Massachusetts, Vermont, and New York
How running a business from home changes what your kids learn
Why their shy, isolated daughters transformed after just one year
How to start your own co-op even without a big property or budget

Resources mentioned:

Jericho Valley Co-op website: jerichovalley.org
Jericho Valley Co-op Instagram: @jericho.valley

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#173: When the Right School Didn’t Exist, They Built It. Here’s How.

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"I love how she is delving into how education in a public setting is making a lot of people question its methods and that homeschooling can be a viable option for people, and has so much to offer families. I myself was homeschooled. Growing up, our parents were looked down on, it is so nice to see the podcast showcase how many people have been happy with their choice to homeschool."

"This has been the most useful podcast! Questions you’ve asked are exactly what I had in my head. The the noise of people around me who just don’t get it yet, doesn’t bother me as much, as I’m learning through you and your guests about all this! Thank you so much for doing this!."

"A perfect podcast for those exploring a homeschooling journey. Every episode is packed full of resources! So many families have been forced by the government to homeschool. Get prepared now before the woke corruption comes to your school!"

"Great podcast for parents who want more info on whether homeschooling is a good option for you or not. Crazy to see how different each state operates. Thanks Cheryl for putting in the work for us."

"Love this podcast! The conversations are great. I’ve been going back and forth for some time now about whether or not I want to homeschool. My husband is also listening with me and open minded now! You’re giving such good insight! Keep going🙌🏼❤️"

"Very informative and the host has a smooth, educated voice with great insight and questions. She actually sounds just like Megyn Kelly! Very professional."

"I love this podcast so far. I’ve learned so much from listening as I get other stuff done. I am about to start homeschooling my oldest as he is turning 5, so this is perfect for me at this time. Excited for more episodes!"

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