Homeschool Our Way - Homeschooling Programs, Black Moms, Black Families, Working Moms
Have you considered homeschool because you feel like the traditional school system just isn’t meeting your family’s needs as a Black family? Are you worried about finding opportunities to connect with other families of color so that your kids have a safe space to socialize with their peers? Is it hard creating a homeschool schedule that balances your responsibilities as a working mom? Are you struggling to find the perfect curriculum that’s rich with cultural representation and meets your kids’ educational needs?
If any of that sounds familiar, I’m so glad to have you here! This podcast will empower you to take control of your children's education, help you create a personalized learning experience that uplifts and nurtures your children inside and out, and will help you maximize quality time and embrace this learning journey together as a family.
Hi, I’m Elan: a proud Spelman alumna, a wife and a working homeschool mom of 2. But before homeschooling became our way of life, I looked into every type of school imaginable for my girls. I simply couldn’t find a traditional learning environment that truly met their needs.
I tried small private schools, speciality charter schools, and I researched all the public schools near me that boasted the best test scores.
But I finally realized that if I wanted the personalized learning for my kids that would affirm them and allow them to dive deeper into their natural interests and passions, then I would have to take control of their education and completely reimagine what school could look like for my family.
So I decided to start homeschooling. I developed a simple framework that allowed me to create the learning environment my girls needed to thrive, while helping me balance my role as a working homeschool mom.
And now I’m sharing that framework with you!
So if you’re ready to take control and create a homeschool experience…
Tailored to your children's learning needs…
Connected with other homeschool families of color…
All while spending more quality time together as a family - then this is the podcast for you!
So pop in those earbuds and get ready to be educated and inspired by fellow Black moms who are reimagining education for their families and instilling a lifelong love of learning. Because if they can do it, I know you can too!
Let’s do homeschool our way.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 28 minutes
- Episodes
- 97
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
96: Schedules, Routines & Rhythms: Designing a Homeschool Flow That Fits Your Life
Does your homeschool schedule feel less like the calm, intentional journey you envisioned…and more like a nonstop marathon, with everyone running on empty?
In this episode, I’m helping you ditch the …
95: The $1K Homeschool Curriculum Mistake I Won’t Make Again
If you’ve been researching homeschool curriculum for what feels like forever and still don’t know what to choose, this episode is for you.
I’m sharing the $1000 mistake I made my first year homeschoo…
94: Start With the Vision: Planning Your Homeschool Year With Intention
Before you choose curriculum or build your schedule, you need one thing first: clarity on what matters most.
In this episode, we’re walking through how to set your homeschool vision: a personalized …
93: Five Ways Homeschooling Could Be the Freedom Your Family Craves
What if homeschooling wasn’t just about choosing your own curriculum or having a flexible schedule, but about creating true freedom for your whole family?
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Po…
92: Press Play & Binge: Your Summer Homeschool Listening Guide
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m sharing a brand-new way to explore your favorite episodes.
Inspired by President Obama’s iconic summer playlists, I’ve curated five homeschool …
91: 5 Ways to Use AI to Level Up Your Homeschooling
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way podcast, I’m sharing how to use AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini to level up your homeschool experience and help make your role as the lead of your ch…
90: Planning for Homeschool Graduation and College: 3 Experts Help Get You There
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way podcast, I’m sharing three powerful voices who are helping guide homeschool families through high school, the college admissions process and on to graduation…
89: Feeling Overwhelmed? How to Start Your Homeschool Journey with Confidence
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way podcast, I’m sharing what to do when you feel ready to start your family’s homeschool journey…but you also feel completely overwhelmed by where to start. (Sp…
88: Insights on the Rise of Homeschool, Microschools & Beyond, with Kerry McDonald
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way podcast, I’m joined by Kerry McDonald - author, podcaster, researcher, and long-time homeschool mom - to talk about the growing movement of nontraditional ed…
Ep 87: Reimagining Education with Virtual School
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way podcast, I’m breaking down what virtual school actually is, how it works, and why it can be the perfect bridge for families who want more flexibility, more f…
86: Tired of the Resistance? How to Position Your Neurodivergent Homeschooler for Success, with Afsaneh Moradian
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way podcast, I’m joined by returning guest Afsaneh Moradian—children’s author, educator, and the founder of MLC Homeschool Coaching.
Afsaneh coaches parents of n…
85: From Homeschool Mom to Microschool Founder: Iman Cassells Alleyne's Journey
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Iman Cassells Alleyne - the visionary founder of Kind Academy, a progressive microschool that’s transforming the way kids experience e…
84: How Starting with a Plan Will Help You Unlock Your Family’s Homeschool Success
Have you ever dreamed of homeschooling but felt overwhelmed about where to start? You’re not alone! The key to a smooth and successful homeschool journey begins with a clear plan and vision—and that’…
83: Microschools 101: What They Are & How They Can Benefit Homeschool Families
If you’re looking for more community and group learning opportunities for your child, let me introduce you to a game-changer: microschools.
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m tal…
82: Working Mom & Homeschool: Strategies to Balance Both Worlds, with Adriane Thompson
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Adriane Thompson, founder of Raising Kids With Purpose. She’s here to share strategies for mindset, productivity and outsourcing to he…
81: Break Free From the Box: Dream Bigger About Your Child's Education
What if the traditional school system is holding your family back from living life to the fullest?
In this episode of Homeschool Our Way, I’m sharing:
- Why having a homeschool vision is the key to st…
80: Blending Career, Travel & Homeschool: Tammy Gordon’s Path to Family Freedom
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m joined by Tammy Gordon—a visionary leader, educator, entrepreneur, and homeschooling mom. We dive into how she and her family blend work, life, …
79: Learning Never Stops: Turning Family Travel into Learning Opportunities
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m breaking down how you can take learning beyond the classroom—and even beyond our hometowns! In this episode, I share how I’ve turned work travel…
78: Challenging the Status Quo: How Black Families Thrive in Homeschooling
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’m exploring why more Black parents are choosing homeschooling and how this shift is empowering children to thrive academically, culturally, and em…
77: Representation Matters! Learning Resources to Celebrate Black History All Year Long
In this episode of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast, I’ve curated a list of amazing learning resources that are designed to inspire, empower, and celebrate Black history and culture all year-round.
So …