Episode 16: Back to School... and it's terrifying.

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In this episode of the Ashley Mathewson podcast, Ashley discusses her deep concerns and experiences concerning the education system as a parent. She shares her journey of sending her children to an in-home daycare and a Montessori school, highlighting the positives and challenges. As her children grow older, she and her husband are grappling with decisions about future schooling, considering options like public, Catholic, and private schools, as well as homeschooling. Ashley emphasizes the importance of aligning school environments with family values, protecting children's innocence, and avoiding undue ideological influences. She candidly discusses the difficulties of modern parenting in a technology-driven world and their contemplation of homeschooling to preserve their children's formative years. This episode is a heartfelt reflection on parenting, societal influences, and making difficult educational choices.