Makenzie Oliver

ReDream Education

It’s time to ReDream Education! My name is Makenzie Oliver. Microschool founder, VELA connector, educator, coach, and believer in the power of starting small, dreaming boldly, and rebuilding the future of education one courageous step at a time. If you’re here, it’s because something in your life, your classroom, your family, your child, or your community, is asking for a new dream. A wiser dream. A ReDream. With ReDream Education, we challenge the old models, we rethink what learning can be, and we build innovative pathways for children, families, and communities. In this weekly podcast, in o...

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Makenzie Oliver

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Education

Podcast website

redreameducation.com

Latest episode

Oct 13, 2026

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Episodes

Ep 13: What‘s a Microschool? Parents and Teachers Win! Start a Dream School, Homeschooling Business 19.10.2021

Hey, Teacher Friend! There's always a lot of jargon going around, especially in education.  Keeping up with all the new buzz words can be quite difficult.  What really matters? Is it in the name? How can we create a Win-Win-Win for Parents, Teachers and Students when it comes to a high value education? Is a Microschool a Dream school? What's the difference between a mMicroschool, Dream school or p...

Ep 12: How Do I Get This Business Started? Your 6 Step Business Bundle is Here! Homeschool Laws, LLC, Finances, and Banking Questions Answered! 15.10.2021

Hey there, Teacher Friend! Starting a business-especially for the first time, can stir up many questions!  The little things can feel daunting when you don't know where to begin.  Are you ready to embrace entrepreneurship? Even if you don't FEEL ready, you'll be ready after hearing this episode.  Confidence is sure to arise! Get Your Homeschooling Business Started with these First 6 Essential Step...

EP 11: How Do I Begin Transitioning Out Of My Traditional Teaching Career? Your 3 Step Transition Timeline Inside! How to Leave Your Position and Start a Homeschooling Business! 12.10.2021

Hey there, Teacher Friend! Feeling the "itch" to make a change in your teaching career, but you're unsure of where to begin? If you'd like to remove the overwhelm and start taking action-this episode is for you!  Transitions are difficult-especially if you do not know the steps required to gain momentum and move forward! In this episode, you will be given a transition timeline to help make a plan...

Ep 10: A Day in the Life! Rhythms and Routines in a Full Time Homeschooling Business! 08.10.2021

Are you a teacher curious about the daily activities that occur in a homeschooling business? I'm often asked: How do you structure the day? How do you take care of your home with ALL those children? What does arrival and dismissal look like? How do you teach multiple age groups? Do you happen to be a homeschool mom looking for inspiration on how to schedule your day? This episode is here to help!...

Ep 09: How to Use the Bucket Brain Dump Strategy to Increase Productivity and Craft a Vision for Your Homeschool! 05.10.2021

Hey there, Teacher Friend! How often do you feel overwhelmed or anxious about all the thoughts swirling around in that wonderful teacher brain of yours? Without direction, we feel stressed with the insurmountable mental overload!  We need a strategy to gain confidence, clarity and momentum! Whether you need help organizing your upcoming week , creating lesson plans, undergoing a project or trying...

Ep 08: 2 Critical Factors You MUST Consider When Brainstorming Your Homeschooling Business! 01.10.2021

Hey, Teacher Friend! Welcome back to another Episode of, "Teacher, Let Your Light Shine!"  As you begin to dream the dream, it can be overwhelming to think of "all the things".  However, I'm here to bring you a daily dose of CLARITY!   As I began my homeschooling business, the ideas were swirling around in my brain and I didn't know where to begin!  What comes first...the egg or the chicken?  If y...

Ep 07: Does a Homeschooling Business Have to be IN MY HOME? Pros/Cons and 8 Alternative Places for Success! 27.09.2021

Hey, Teacher Friend! Have you been thinking about starting a homeschooling business, but the fear of WHERE to have this business keeps holding you back?  I’m so excited to share this episode with you because it is the NUMBER ONE question I get asked when it comes time to start a homeschooling business!!  “Does a Homeschooling Business HAVE to be in MY OWN HOME?”  Well, teacher friend, it's time to...

Ep 06: Exhausted, Frustrated? Experiencing Teacher Burnout? 8 Ways to Restore Mentally, Physically and Emotionally! 24.09.2021

Hey Teacher Friend! Feel frustrated? Disappointed? Exhausted? Well I am here to say...you are NOT defeated! You are NOT weak! You are stronger than you think, and this too shall pass! Teaching is a rewarding, yet demanding, career.  With long hours and a heavy workload, teachers may fall prey to teacher burnout! This being said, you need proper support to continue shining your teacher light! Today...

Ep 05:Traditional Teaching vs Homeschool Business: The Pros, Cons and Tradeoffs! 21.09.2021

Hey, Teacher Friend! When the time comes to transition from a traditional teacher into a homeschooling teacher, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons.  Each year, thousands of more parents are choosing home education programs for their children while forgoing the traditional educational system.  Teachers are in high demand for this type of educational model.  According to the National Home Edu...

Ep 04: What is a Homeschooling Business? Are they Profitable? How are Teachers Needed? 17.09.2021

Hey, Teacher Friend! In Today's episode, we are taking a deep dive into what a Homeschooling Business actually is!  When most people think of homeschooling, they may picture a mom, child or children experiencing day-to-day life in a home full of books, toys, arts/crafts and all sorts of fun!  But how does a homeschooling BUSINESS look different than a regular homeschool?  Can TEACHERS really HOMES...

Ep 02: Is it the Right Time to Transition from Traditional Teacher to Homeschool Teacher? 3 Ways to Evaluate and Make the Call! 13.09.2021

Hey, Teacher Friend! We all question when the "time is right" to make big changes in our life. Transitioning in our careers can bring up many emotions, doubts and questions.  Sorting through all if the "ifs" and "what-ifs" take time to process.  When it comes to traditional teaching and wondering if it's time to let go and start a new journey, I'll be sharing 3 "Golden Nuggets" to help you sort th...

Ep 03: What about Retirement, Insurance and my Teacher Friends? 5 Fears and 5 Ways to Overcome as You Transition into Your Homeschooling Business 09.09.2021

Hey Teacher Friend, In todays podcast Episode we are tackling 5 BIG Fears and 5 Ways to Overcome Paralysis Analysis!! If you are considering the idea of leaving your traditional teaching career, but continue to hear a big, scary voice in your mind-TUNE IN!  Before creating a homeschooling business, I was paralyzed by all the unknowns.  While coaching many teachers, it was obvious they wanted to tr...

Ep 01: From Traditional Teacher to Teacher Entrepreneur: Why I left the Public School System and Started a Homeschooling Business 08.09.2021

Hey, Teacher Friend! Welcome to the First Episode of "Teacher, Let Your Light Shine"!  The world needs YOU, Teacher Friend, to step out in faith and design the life you LOVE as a teacher so you can make a BIG impact on our future generations!  Today I'm here to share how this happened to me! In this podcast, I will share my experience as a classroom teacher,  instructional coach and what ultimatel...

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