Homeschool Boss

09/03/2026

The countdown is underway! We're just a few weeks away from the Homeschool Boss Midwest Summit on September 30th and we're excited to begin introducing the incredible speakers who will be joining us.

Meet Our First Speaker: Kathleen Clayton

Kathleen Cotter Clayton is the daughter of Dr. Joan A. Cotter, author and developer of the RightStart™ Mathematics program. Kathleen is involved with curriculum development and has written or co-authored 18 manuals. She travels, teaches online middle-school classes, and speaks across the US and internationally, sharing the mission to help children understand, apply, and enjoy mathematics.

Kathleen has a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Minnesota and has two Masters Degrees from the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota. In her spare time, Kathleen designs and creates mathematical quilts and loves to travel all around the world.

The Summit is designed for you to leave with strategies you can implement, resources you can use and relationships that continue long after the event ends. Whether you're launching something new or growing an established program we welcome you to join us!

Register today: https://homeschoolboss.com/conference/

08/31/2026

It’s time to talk about I-Ready, the popular ed-tech platform used by nearly one-third of the entire American student population. With now another new lawsuit filed, if you’ve been using this curriculum as your primary source of education for Math, Reading, or Language Arts, it may be time to reconsider its usefulness. We dig into the case on The Homeschool Boss Blog, please see the link below!

https://homeschoolboss.com/2026/08/lets-talk-about-i-ready-the-educational-software-thats-causing-a-big-stir/

Education Progress is suing i-Ready over alleged false advertising and claims about its diagnostic assessment, personalized instruction, and efficacy.

08/19/2026

We're your eyes and ears in the homeschooling world and this week is all about school choice. As the conversation continues to heat up nationally, there looks to be more changes underway. Follow the latest update on our blog, which is released every Monday:

https://homeschoolboss.com/2026/08/more-school-choice-changes-might-be-underway/

New Hampshire is making major school choice changes, including new laws expanding homeschooling freedom and public school transfer options.

07/28/2026

We have some exciting news to share with you!

On September 30th, 2026, Homeschool Boss is hosting our inaugural 2026 Homeschool Boss Midwest Summit, a free one-day gathering for homeschool group leaders, co-op directors, and microschool founders.

As homeschooling continues to expand across the country at rapid pace, leaders are facing new opportunities and new challenges. Whether you’re building enrollment, developing your curriculum, or planning for long-term sustainability, the demands of leadership have never been greater.

�That’s why we’re bringing our community together for a day of practical learning, meaningful connections, and shared innovation. You’ll hear from experienced leaders, discover proven strategies, exchange ideas with peers, and gain actionable insights to help your organization thrive.

The 2026 Homeschool Boss Midwest Summit is more than a conference, it’s a roadmap to the future.

�Summit Details:

* Date: September 30th, 2026
* Time: 8:30AM- 5:30PM
* Location: St. Catherine’s University, 2004 Randolph Ave, St Paul, MN 55105
* Breakfast & Lunch will be provided.
* This event is free.

If you’re committed to serving your students well and growing your impact, we invite you to join us for this exciting event. Spots are limited to keep this event intimate so reserve your seat today. We look forward to seeing you there!

Register here: https://homeschoolboss.com/conference/

07/16/2026

What if we said there was a way to know your student's learning strengths and weaknesses before you even start teaching them? This week’s blog post goes into detail about how to do just that!

https://homeschoolboss.com/2026/07/the-secret-tool-every-student-needs-for-the-digital-sat-mindprint/

Learn how MindPrint helps tutors personalize Digital SAT prep, identify learning strengths, and help students reach their target DSAT scores faster.

07/09/2026

As we continue to monitor national news, New Hampshire has a new law that can shake things up for everyone. House Bill 1817 was recently signed into law, which promises homeschooling families easier, painless access to courses, activities, and programs through their public school - free of charge! Check out our blog to see how it may affect you:

https://homeschoolboss.com/2026/07/new-hampshires-new-law-could-be-a-turning-point-for-homeschoolers/

New Hampshire's House Bill 1817 expands students' access to public school classes, clubs, and extracurricular activities.

07/02/2026

New details have been released regarding the Federal Education Freedom Tax Credit Program, bringing major expansion of school vouchers across the country. We breakdown how this will affect your homeschooling. Check it out below!

https://homeschoolboss.com/2026/06/new-details-on-the-federal-education-freedom-tax-credit/

Learn how the Federal Education Freedom Tax Credit could impact homeschool and microschool families in 2027, including eligibility and funding updates.

06/29/2026

There’s some big news to hit the homeschooling world: the newly introduced Continuity of Military Parents' Academic Schooling and State Standards (COMPASS) Act. The COMPASS Act is in the earliest stages of development, but it's understood that if passed it could bring changes for the broader homeschooling community as well. We did the work for you and broke down how this new act will affect your homeschooling.

Check it out in our blog below:

https://homeschoolboss.com/2026/06/what-the-federal-compass-act-could-mean-for-homeschooling-nationwide/

The proposed Federal COMPASS Act aims to simplify homeschooling for military families during PCS moves. Learn what the bill would do and what it could mean for homeschooling nationwide.

06/18/2026

Homeschooling saw a surge in popularity when the COVID-19 pandemic panic hit and maintained impressive growth in "enrollment" thanks to the resulting introduction of School Choice in many states. But the question now is: Where is Homeschooling headed? Check out our blog below to see our thoughts about the next step in the evolution of homeschooling.

https://homeschoolboss.com/2026/06/the-evolution-of-homeschooling-and-where-we-think-its-headed/

Explore the evolution of homeschooling in the United States, the rise of hybrid homeschooling and microschools, and where alternative education is headed as school choice and technology reshape learning.

06/12/2026

Homeschoolers looking for a more out-of-the-box educational approach might be missing out on a proven framework — Connected Learning. Check out this week’s blog to learn more:

https://homeschoolboss.com/2026/06/how-connected-learning-can-transform-your-homeschool/

Discover how connected learning can transform your homeschool by linking your child’s interests to real-world experiences, mentorship, community, and future career opportunities.