#74: Juggling Homeschool While Still Teaching in the School System

The Homeschool How To

Ever wondered how to balance a demanding career while homeschooling your kids? Get ready to be inspired by Leigh Ann Scott, a public school teacher from Kentucky who's done just that. With nearly two decades of teaching experience, Leigh Ann shares her heartfelt journey into homeschooling her four children, driven by her Christian faith and the trials of virtual schooling during covid. She offers listeners invaluable insights into how to juggle a full-time job with the responsibilities of homeschooling, dispelling the myth that you can't do both. This episode is a must-listen for anyone contemplating the switch.
Leigh Ann opens up about the daily realities of homeschooling, from managing screen time to setting up routines that work for her family. Navigating the world of homeschooling can be overwhelming, but Leigh Ann breaks it down, discussing everything from curriculum choices to state regulations in Kentucky. She even shares her journey into writing and publishing books, offering tips for those interested in both homeschooling and becoming authors. Whether you’re considering homeschooling or seeking strategies to balance work and family, this episode is packed with advice, personal anecdotes, and heartfelt stories that will leave you both informed and inspired.

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Chapter

1. #74: Juggling Homeschool While Still Teaching in the School System (00:00:00)

2. Homeschooling and Working (00:00:05)

3. Managing Homeschooling and Screen Time (00:08:10)

4. Challenges of Balancing Work and Family (00:13:59)

5. Transitioning to Homeschooling (00:17:08)

6. Navigating Technology and Writing Blogs (00:30:53)

7. Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing (00:34:09)

8. Navigating Homeschooling Curriculum Choices (00:44:45)

9. Homeschooling Regulations and Future Aspirations (00:51:40)