Ep 9 How Much Does Homeschool Actually Cost? (Plus the Scholarship Most Families Miss)

Ep 9 How Much Does Homeschool Actually Cost? (Plus the Scholarship Most Families Miss)

You're listening to Episode 9 of Modern Homeschool. Today we're tackling the question I get most: how much does homeschool actually cost? I'm walking you through our real Year 1 budget (under $1,000 for the whole year), where to save, where to splurge, AND a deep dive into the Florida Personalized Education Program scholarship, about $8,000 per child per year that most families don't know exists. Plus a non-Florida segment so everyone walks away with something. My mission is to help modern families homeschool with structure, flexibility, and a life they love, so let's get into it! Episode Highlights: 1. The honest Year 1 breakdown: curriculum, supplies, apps, field trips, co-op 2. Where to save and where to splurge 3. What the PEP scholarship is and how it works 4. Who qualifies for PEP and how the ESA reimbursement model works 5. How to apply for PEP through Step Up For Students 6. ESA programs in other states: where to look 7. The under-$200 ideal Year 1 starting place Resources Mentioned: FREE Homeschool Weekly Planner: https://www.chantymacias.com/weeklyplanner [https://www.chantymacias.com/weeklyplanner] Getting Started With Homeschool Guide: https://www.chantymacias.com/guide [https://www.chantymacias.com/guide] Step Up For Students PEP: https://stepupforstudents.org [https://stepupforstudents.org] AAA Scholarship Foundation: https://aaascholarships.org [https://aaascholarships.org] Disclaimer: I'm a homeschool mom sharing what we did and what I've learned. I'm not a financial advisor or a legal advisor. Verify scholarship program details and your state's requirements before making decisions for your family. HSLDA State Laws: https://hslda.org/legal [https://hslda.org/legal] Khan Academy: https://khanacademy.org [https://khanacademy.org] Connect with your podcast host: https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias [https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias] https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias [https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias] https://www.chantymacias.com/contact [https://www.chantymacias.com/contact]

Ep 8 Is Homeschool Right for Your Family? 7 Questions to Ask Before You Decide

You're listening to Episode 8 of Modern Homeschool. June is the month moms quietly start asking themselves the big question: is homeschool actually right for our family? Today I'm walking you through the seven questions I think every family should sit with before deciding, including the gut check most people skip. This isn't about convincing you. It's about helping you actually decide. My mission is to help modern families homeschool with structure, flexibility, and a life they love, so let's get into it! Episode Highlights: 1. Identifying your real why (not the surface one) 2. The "what does your kid need" gut check 3. How to look honestly at your family's actual daily life 4. Why budget is rarely the real barrier (and what's coming next week) 5. How to have a real conversation with your partner Resources Mentioned: FREE Homeschool Weekly Planner: https://www.chantymacias.com/weeklyplanner [https://www.chantymacias.com/weeklyplanner] Getting Started With Homeschool Guide: https://www.chantymacias.com/guide [https://www.chantymacias.com/guide] HSLDA State Laws: https://hslda.org/legal [https://hslda.org/legal] Connect with your podcast host: https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias [https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias] https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias [https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias] https://www.chantymacias.com/contact [https://www.chantymacias.com/contact]

Ep 7 How to Create a Simple Homeschool Schedule and Routine

You're listening to Episode 7 of Modern Homeschool. Today, we're tackling one of the most searched topics in the homeschool world: how to create a schedule that actually works. I'm breaking down the difference between a schedule and a routine, walking you through 5 steps to build your own, and sharing practical advice for working moms too. My mission is to help modern families homeschool with structure, flexibility, and a life they love, so let's get started! Episode Highlights: 1. Schedule vs. routine: the distinction that changes everything 2. How to identify your non-negotiables before you plan a single subject 3. Finding your family's best learning window 4. How to sequence subjects for maximum focus and flow 5. Homeschool scheduling tips specifically for working moms 6. What to do when your schedule stops working Resources Mentioned: FREE Homeschool Weekly Planner: https://www.chantymacias.com/weeklyplanner [https://www.chantymacias.com/weeklyplanner] Getting Started With Homeschool Guide: https://www.chantymacias.com/guide [https://www.chantymacias.com/guide] Outschool: https://outschool.com/teachers/Chantal-Macias [https://outschool.com/teachers/Chantal-Macias?signup=true&usid=Xlp7BhNB&couponCode=ChantalMaciasMEdOUTRE20&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=educator_share_invite_link] Connect with your podcast host: https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias [https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias] https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias [https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias] https://www.chantymacias.com/contact [https://www.chantymacias.com/contact]

Ep 6 How to Start Homeschooling Step-by-Step (Part 2 of 2)

You're listening to Episode 6 of Modern Homeschool - Part 2 of our two-part series on how to start homeschooling step-by-step. Today we're getting practical: how to choose your homeschool approach, pick curriculum without overspending, set up a simple learning space, and start your very first week without losing your mind. If you missed Part 1 last week, go back and listen to Episode 5 first! My mission is to help modern families homeschool with structure, flexibility, and a life they love, so let's get started! Episode Highlights: 1. Quick recap of Part 1 (the foundational steps) 2. An overview of homeschool approaches: Classical, Charlotte Mason, Unschooling, Traditional, and Eclectic 3. How to choose beginner-friendly curriculum without overspending and the mistake to avoid 4. How to set up a simple learning space (without a dedicated room!) 5. What your first week of homeschool can actually look like Resources Mentioned: FREE Homeschool Weekly Planner: https://www.chantymacias.com/weeklyplanner [https://www.chantymacias.com/weeklyplanner] Getting Started With Homeschool Guide: https://www.chantymacias.com/guide [https://www.chantymacias.com/guide] Khan Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org [https://www.khanacademy.org] Outschool: https://outschool.com/teachers/Chantal-Macias [https://outschool.com/teachers/Chantal-Macias?signup=true&usid=Xlp7BhNB&couponCode=ChantalMaciasMEdOUTRE20&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=educator_share_invite_link] Connect with your podcast host: https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias [https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias] https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias [https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias] https://www.chantymacias.com/contact [https://www.chantymacias.com/contact]

Ep 5 How to Start Homeschooling Step-by-Step (Part 1 of 2)

You're listening to Episode 5 of Modern Homeschool - Part 1 of our two-part series on how to start homeschooling step-by-step. Today, we're covering the four foundational steps you need to take BEFORE you buy a curriculum or set up a single shelf. Whether you're pulling your child out of public school next month or just exploring the idea, this episode gives you the mindset and groundwork to start strong. My mission is to help modern families homeschool with structure, flexibility, and a life they love, so let's get started! Episode Highlights: 1. Why this is a 2-part series and what you'll learn in each 2. How to check your state's homeschool laws (and what to actually look for) 3. What deschooling is and why it might be the most important step 4. How to get clear on your why before choosing anything else 5. Understanding your child's learning style and how to spot it 6. What's coming in Part 2 next week Resources Mentioned: FREE Homeschool Weekly Planner: https://www.chantymacias.com/weeklyplanner [https://www.chantymacias.com/weeklyplanner] Getting Started With Homeschool Guide: https://www.chantymacias.com/guide [https://www.chantymacias.com/guide] HSLDA State Laws: https://hslda.org/legal [https://hslda.org/legal] Connect with your podcast host: https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias [https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias] https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias [https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias] https://www.chantymacias.com/contact [https://www.chantymacias.com/contact]