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Episode 113: Called to Lead: How Stacey McCuddy Started Her Homeschool Co-op

Are you ready to find like-minded families who want to grow together in faith? Do you feel called to start a homeschool community but have no experience and don’t know where to start?
In this episode, we had the privilege of interviewing Stacey McCuddy from North Carolina, a brand-new leader who stepped into her calling and launched her very first co-op. Stacey shares her journey of saying “yes” to God’s prompting, what it looked like to start from scratch, and how coaching gave her the confidence to move forward.
If you’ve ever dreamed of starting a co-op—or just need encouragement in your leadership—you won’t want to miss Stacey’s inspiring story.
Next Steps: 
Schedule a coaching call: 
https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/
 
Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community.  https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/
 

Episode 112: Be On Your Guard, Keep Your Hope

As we step into a new year, it’s not just about fresh goals or new plans—it’s about being ready. Ready for the challenges, ready for the opportunities, and ready for the spiritual battles that come with leadership. In this episode, we’ll talk about how to recognize the enemy’s tactics and, even more, how to step boldly into the year ahead with the strength and authority God has already given you.
Bible verse:
Galatians 6:2 "Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ."  It’s a beautiful reminder that we’re not meant to face battles—or leadership—alone.
Next Steps: 
Schedule a coaching call: 
https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/
Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community.  https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/

Episode 111: Afraid to Start Because You Might Make a Mistake? How Mistakes Move Us From Pride to Purpose.

Are you afraid to start a homeschool co-op because you’re inexperienced? Are you worried your mistakes could cause your community to fail? Don’t let fear keep you from building the close-knit, Christ-centered community you’ve been dreaming of. In this episode, we’ll share real stories, practical tools, and the encouragement you need to lead with courage, even if you’re starting from scratch.
Next Steps: 
Schedule a coaching call: 
https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/
Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community.  https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/

Episode 110: Need Engaging Class Options for Your Homeschool Co-op? Here's your list!

Feeling Stuck Planning Classes for Your Co-op? We’ve been there. That’s why we’re sharing our favorite co-op classes that actually worked—and why we’d do them again. Join Pam & Molly for a fun chat full of real-life ideas to refresh your co-op schedule and spark some new inspiration.

Episode 109: Building a Culture of Community

Does your community day ever seem completely chaotic?  Kids running amuk, parents not overseeing their children, noisy classes, you get the picture! This seems like a culture of disorganization and not what we are trying to build! What is a co-op leader to do so you don’t end up with mentors ready to pull their hair out?  In today’s episode, we are going to give you some actionable ideas of ways you can build a culture of community where your families can thrive!

Episode 108: New Family Orientation: Top Things Not to Miss!

We are in the month of August which means it is countdown time! For most of us, our community year will begin either sometime this month, or early in September so we are in the time to gear up! I know how much I love a checklist so I can quickly work on details without worrying that I am missing something.  So today, we want to give you a list of things to make sure you communicate to your families in your orientation so you can start the year off in harmony with one another!  Get a pen and paper so you can write these down! 
Bible verse 1 Corinthians 14:40 But all things should be done decently and in order.
Next Steps: 
Schedule a coaching call: 
https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/
Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community.  https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/

Episode 107: How to Apply for a Vela Grant

Have you ever had dreams for your co-op that you just couldn’t imagine doing because it would cost too much?  Or is there something you want to offer to your families, but you don’t have the funds to do it?  Do you want to expand and make your co-op more professional but you have no idea how you will get the money to do it? Well, today we are going to talk to you about an amazing opportunity that might help make your dreams come true! Stick around and we will tell you all about it!
Bible verse Ephesians 2:10 For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.
Vela website: https://vela.org/apply/
Next Steps: 
Schedule a coaching call: 
https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/
Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community.  https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/

Episode 106: How to Welcome New Families into Your Community

Have you ever felt like an outsider or uninvited? The last thing we want is for our new families to feel like that! The past couple of episodes we have talked about the very first steps of accepting families into your community. You’ve had an info meeting and done your due diligence to make sure families coming to your co-op are a great fit. Stay tuned for the next steps to help new families feel welcomed into your community.
Next Steps: 
Schedule a coaching call: 
https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/
 
Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community.  https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/
 

Episode 105: You Interviewed Your Families - Now What?

Today, we want to continue to equip you to get your co-op off to a great start with next steps in the process.  We have talked a lot about interviewing families to find those that are a good fit, to set expectations clearly from the beginning - using your mission statement -  and to start on the same page with your whole community.  Now what?! We are going to go through the next steps so be sure to have a pen and paper to take notes!
Bible verse:  For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.
— Ephesians 2:10, NIV
Episode 80: Successful Systems for Registration
 
Next Steps: 
Schedule a coaching call: 
https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/
Join our Facebook group- Lead Your Homeschool Co-op https://www.facebook.com/groups/72507320516066
Become a Lead Your Homeschool Co-op Insider and get first dibs on valuable resources to help you lead, organize, and connect your community.  https://homeschoolcommunitybuilders.com/contact/

Episode 104: If She Can Do It, So Can You: A New Leader’s Story with Jaclyn Collett

Are you excited to start your community?  Ever wonder what the first year could be like? We had the privilege to speak with Jaclyn Collett, about leading her homeschool co-op  for the first time in Alabama! She shares her fears, her setbacks, her triumphs of first-year leader. You don't want to miss this!