Finally! An Expert-Led Workshop to Get You from Overwhelmed to Confident Homeschooler in Just 5 Days
Overwhelmed to Confident: A Free 5-Day California Homeschool Challenge
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Who this is perfect for?
✅Parents who've been researching homeschooling for months but feel paralyzed by all the conflicting information
✅Families who've decided to homeschool but don't know if they should go charter, PSP, or independent
✅Parents who doubt they're qualified to teach their own children
✅Parents tired of getting vague answers in Facebook groups when they ask specific California homeschool questions
✅Parents who want to homeschool but are terrified of "messing up" their child's education or future
✅Parents who know they want to pull their kids from traditional school but don't know the legal steps to take
✅Families overwhelmed by curriculum choices and don't know what they actually need vs. what's just marketing
DAY 1 (Aug. 4)
Why Parents Have the Advantage Over "Professional" Teachers
On Day 1 with Daniel Moss, you'll discover:
👉 Why being your child's parent makes you uniquely qualified to teach them👉 How to overcome the "I'm not a real teacher" mindset that holds parents back
👉 The specific advantages you have that no classroom teacher can match
Daniel Moss is the founder of The Homeschool Collab, an organization focused on equipping parents for homeschool success. He's a 20 year homeschool veteran. Husband to Joanna for 25 years and father of Trinity, Micaela, Matthew, and Elijah.
DAY 2 (Aug. 5)
PSPs, Umbrella Schools & Independent Homeschooling
On Day 2 with Martin Forte, you'll discover:
👉 The pros and cons of each homeschool method in California👉 Which option is best for your family's specific situation
👉 All the legal requirements so you stay compliant and confident
Martin is the co-founder of Excellence in Education and a long-time advocate for homeschool freedom and innovation.
With over 30 years of experience guiding families, Martin blends deep educational insight with a practical, parent-empowering approach. A frequent speaker and mentor, he continues to support homeschoolers through EIE’s expansive offerings and his commitment to student-centered, parent-directed learning.
Day 3 (Aug. 6th)
Charter System Explained
On Day 3 with Sky Mountain Charter School representatives, you'll learn:
👉 How charter homeschooling actually works in California👉 The benefits and limitations of different charter programs
👉 Whether the charter route is right for your family
Cynthia Rachel is the Director of Communications and Development at IEM Schools, where she’s served for over 15 years.
Starting as an Education Specialist at South Sutter Charter, she brings a rich background in both classroom and non-classroom instruction. A champion of parent-driven, student-centered education, Cynthia works to support lifelong learners through her leadership in charter compliance, communications, and school-district relations.
DAY 4 (Aug. 7th)
Curriculum: What You Need (And What You Don't)
👉 Whether you actually need formal curriculum at all
👉 How to choose the right curriculum type for your child's learning style
👉 Common curriculum pitfalls and how to avoid them
Carolyn is the co-founder of Excellence in Education and a veteran homeschool mom with over 25 years of experience.
Originally a credentialed public school teacher, she was inspired by the writings of John Holt and the Moores to embrace a more child-centered, joy-filled approach to education. Carolyn’s passion led to the creation of EIE—California’s largest homeschool resource center—where she continues to support families through personalized guidance, curriculum, and learning style assessments.
DAY 5 (Aug. 8th)
Your Homeschool Day-to-Day (What Real Homeschooling Actually Looks Like)
On Day 5 with Carrie DeFrancisco, you'll learn:
👉 How to structure your homeschool days for success👉 Essential tips every new homeschooler needs to know
👉 How to create routines that work for your family
Carrie is a “retired” homeschooling mom who helps other moms simplify their homeschool journey.
Through her Coffee With Carrie podcast, blog, coaching, and online membership, she encourages parents to take it one step—and one cup of coffee—at a time. She's the author of Just Breathe and Homeschool High School, and a proud contributor to Wild + Free.
Feature sessions
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Here's Everything You Get When You Signup For the "Overwhelmed to Confident: A Free 5-Day California Homeschool Challenge"
- 5 days of expert guidance from California's most experienced homeschool authorities (100+ years combined experience)
- Step-by-step training sessions each evening from 7-8pm PT
- Live Q&A sessions with each expert (VIP upgrade available)
- Day 1: Why parents have the advantage over "professional" teachers with Daniel Moss (20-year homeschool veteran)
- Day 2: Complete breakdown of PSPs, umbrella schools, and independent options with Martin Forte (40-year expert, Excellence in Education owner)
- Day 3: Everything about charter schools with Sky Mountain Charter School representatives
- Day 4: Curriculum guidance (what you need vs. what you don't) with Carolyn Forte (curriculum expert, thousands of books experience)
- Day 5: Day-to-day homeschool routines and tips with Carrie DeFrancisco (homeschool coach, podcast host, author)
- You'll be officially up-and-running with your homeschool after just 5 days!
- The confidence to move forward without second-guessing yourself
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