Homeschool For The Win

Episode Description In this episode of Homeschool for the Win, Jeanette McBee shares practical ideas for what homeschooling can look like in June. Whether you are brand new to homeschooling, preparing for the fall, searching for curriculum, or planning your school year, this episode offers encouragement and simple next steps to help your family feel more prepared. Jeanette reminds families that ho...

This episode provides comprehensive guidance on how to prepare for, participate in, and follow up after homeschool conferences and expos. It covers goal setting, scheduling, engaging with vendors and speakers, and maximizing the conference experience. Key Topics Preparation strategies for homeschool conferences Effective scheduling and goal setting Engaging with vendors and speakers Chapters 00:00...

This episode explores how to select the best extracurricular activities for homeschooled students, considering factors like family values, student personality, maturity, schedule, and budget. Hosts Jose Lopez and Jeanette McBee share personal experiences, practical tips, and questions to guide parents in making informed decisions. KEY TOPICS Aligning activities with family homeschooling goals Asse...

In this episode, Jose Lopez encourages homeschool students and families not to panic if they do not have the future fully mapped out by graduation. Through the story of Colonel Sanders, the Chaos Theory of Careers, and practical faith-based encouragement, Jose reminds listeners that growth, clarity, and purpose often develop over time. Key Takeaways You do not have to have your whole life figured...

Feeling overwhelmed as a homeschooling parent is more common than you think—and it's completely normal to experience it. But what if the chaos, emotional overload, and scheduling stress could be managed in a way that renews your strength and re-centers your purpose? In this episode, Jeanette addresses the common overwhelm faced by homeschooling parents, exploring four key areas: curriculum and sch...

In this episode of Homeschool for the WIN , Jose Lopez and Jeanette McBee welcome homeschool veteran Heather Oosterhuis for an honest and encouraging conversation about homeschooling with faith, intention, and flexibility. Heather shares her personal homeschooling journey, how her reasons for homeschooling deepened over time, and what she has learned about curriculum, community, character building...

Unlock the real reasons families are choosing homeschooling and how it can transform your child’s confidence, faith, and future success. In this episode of Homeschool for the Win , Jose Lopez and Jeanette McBee dive into the heart behind homeschooling. From building a stronger relationship with Jesus to customizing education for each child’s unique learning style, they share why more families are...

In this episode of Homeschool for the Win , Jose Lopez and Jeanette McBee speak with Jeremy Voss , lobbyist and Director of Advocacy for Homeschool Iowa , to talk about what is happening behind the scenes at the Iowa State Capitol and how legislation impacts homeschool families. Jeremy explains what a homeschool lobbyist does, why legislators rely on subject matter experts, and what homeschool par...

Generation Z is officially entering the workforce and chances are you have one living with you eight now! This generation is bringing new expectations, new perspectives, and new challenges that are reshaping how employers hire, train, and lead. In this episode of the Homeschool for the WIN Podcast, Jose Lopez and Jeanette McBee discuss what this generational shift means for homeschool students and...

Jose Lopez, Homeschool College & Career Coach, and Jeanette McBee, Homeschool Consultant, continue their two-part series with Homeschool Hot Takes Pt. 2 , diving deeper into the realities homeschool families face as students grow and prepare for life after high school. In Part 2, Jose and Jeanette discuss 2 additional Hot Takes they have experienced working with homeschool families. Homeschool...

Jose Lopez , Homeschool College & Career Coach , and Jeanette McBee , Homeschool Consultant , kick off a fun and thought-provoking two-part series called Homeschool Hot Takes , a conversation designed to challenge assumptions and spark meaningful reflection for homeschool families. In Homeschool Hot Takes Pt. 1 , Jose and Jeanette share real-world perspectives shaped by years of working with h...

Homeschool For The WIN is a homeschool podcast created to encourage, inform, and support homeschool families through the everyday realities of homeschooling, including daily routines, curriculum choices, mindset, confidence, and community. In this introductory episode, hosts Jose Lopez and Jeanette McBee share the heart behind the podcast and why this space was created. Together, they bring two co...