Contributing Writers

Is being too busy inevitable in modern life? Heather Cook presents six practical time management tips from her experience as a homeschooling mother of five.

Family trip more stressful than it’s worth? Anna Marie Jehorek shares how adding pilgrimage sights to your travel plans can transform the family vacation.

Sometimes summer homeschooling is necessary. However, Elizabeth Turajski has discovered, when done right, a little schoolwork can make summer even more fun!

How can we encourage our kids to read this summer? Form a family reading club! Jennifer Elia shares 5 easy tips to set up this fun and educational activity.

Homeschool graduate Avellina Balestri, editor of a flourishing online Catholic literary magazine, shares how homeschooling prepared her for this mission.

You may be surprised to find how summer homeschooling can be a joy. Care to try a few of Amanda Evinger’s ideas for relaxed and creative summer learning?

Patricia Purcell highlights the invaluable support moms can give each other as they persevere in the rewarding challenge of homeschooling.

When Amy Pawlusiak reluctantly agreed to allow a vegetable garden in the backyard, she never imagined the wealth of benefits that is would bring her family.

Dad's influence is often key to success in homeschool. How can they be more involved? Jody Boyd shares 6 practical ideas to encourage this pivotal role.

Why be intentional about higher education? Caitlin Bootsma and Dr. George Harne talk about what intentionality means for students entering young adulthood.

Cindy Costello, homeschooling veteran of twenty years found the fruit of success not in her own strength, but rather through sacramental grace.

Caitlin Bootsma talks with Dr. George Harne on the benefits of using the Socratic dialogue in college and how it lays the foundation for a fulfilling life.

To be successful in figure skating, the Williams family found that the team at Seton Home Study and their flexible curriculum, made Seton the ideal choice.

It’s easy for moms to miss the joys of summer in the midst of busy lives. However, Jennifer Elia shares practical tips for making summer vacation a reality!

Tom McFadden, homeschooling dad and Vice President for Enrollment at Christendom College, discusses how to keep priorities straight in the college search.

Graduating from homeschooling is a tremendous accomplishment, but how do we celebrate a homeschool graduation? Read on to discover ten ways to mark the day!

Developing a productive schedule is important no matter where you are in your education. Anna Eileen offers tips for adapting your schedule in college.

Why join a homeschool group? Veteran home educator, Karena Tapsak, shares how family life is enriched by participating in homeschool group activities.

Homeschool life and religious life can have some surprising similarities. Amanda Evinger reflects on how homeschooling can nurture a religious vocation.

If you close the books all summer, won’t the kids forget what they’ve learned? Amy Pawlusiak considers the unexpected benefits of taking a summer break.