UPDATE – this bill has passed the education subcommittee of the appropriations and budget committee, and has been recommended to be heard in the full committee. Homeschool Oklahoma’s general opinion on this bill is mixed – it does not specifically endanger homeschooling freedom, but it does muddy the process for homeschoolers engaging in higher education. … Continue reading HB-2963 (Removing ACT Criteria)
UPDATE – not much has happened on this bill in this session. It has been referred to the Health and Humans Services committee, but not much has happened since. Link to SB-1322Contact Chair and Vice Chair of Health and Human Services Committee SB-1322 prohibits the anonymous reporting of suspected child abuse or neglect allegations, referring … Continue reading SB 1322 (Abuse Reporting Requirements)
On today’s podcast we interview Nicki Truesdell. Nicki is a homeschooling mom and is a renowned speaker, author, and homeschool consultant. Additionally, she is a strong voice in the homeschooling movement for homeschooling freedom. Today, we talk about current threats to homeschooling freedoms which come in the modern guise of ESAs, vouchers, tax credits, “School … Continue reading Interview with Nicki Truesdell
In the wake of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, TurningPoint USA chapters have been starting across the nation, with sixty-eight chapters starting in Oklahoma alone. Included in these are more than twenty homeschool chapters across the state. Here, we caught up to a TPUSA chapter forming in Tulsa and interviewed the student leadership team after … Continue reading TPUSA Homeschool Chapters Starting in Oklahoma (Interview)
In recent months, interest has grown in passing a “Tim Tebow” law in Oklahoma—legislation that would allow homeschooled students to participate in public school athletic programs. These proposals are named after NFL quarterback Tim Tebow, who was homeschooled in Florida while playing for his local public school team. Homeschool Oklahoma appreciates the desire for more … Continue reading Why Homeschool Oklahoma Opposes Tim Tebow Laws
This weekend we had our Homeschool Oklahoma leadership summit in Edmond, where homeschool leaders across the state met together to discuss both the practical and the big-picture aspects of leading homeschool groups and co-ops. The event included multiple keynotes as well as group discussion and fellowship. Today’s podcast will be one of our keynote presentations, … Continue reading Formation of the Heart (Leadership Summit 2025)
Glad to be back on the podcast after our summer break! We are starting off the fall with an interview with Haley Williams, a homeschool mom, podcaster, and mentor. Here we talk about all things homeschooling, as well as how to get your kids interested in entrepreneurship. You can find Haley Williams on Instagram at … Continue reading Interview with Haley Williams
The beginning of the school year is upon us! Not only is it time to break out the books, sharpen the pencils, and get your kitchen table ready, it is also a great time of year to connect with other homeschoolers in your area. Wanting to experience Friday Night Lights in the stands cheering your … Continue reading Gearing Up Your Fall Social Calendar
Every movement goes through phases. The fact is that mass movements are different from fringe movements, and when a movement progresses from the fringe to the mainstream, many things change. Each era has its own problems and challenges, and recognizing how the new challenges differ from the old ones is vital to keeping a movement … Continue reading The Past, Present, and Future of the Homeschool Movement
A friend called me the other day in a full-blown panic. Let’s call her Sarah. Her daughter, a brilliant homeschooled senior, was staring at the Common App essay prompts with the same blank look my son gives me when I ask him to clean his room. “She’s convinced she has nothing to write about,” Sarah … Continue reading Marshmallows for Breakfast and Other Compelling College Essay Topics
