Get (micro)Schooled

How to Handle the Stressful Days of Running a Microschool

Join Jill and Susan as they candidly explore the realities of running a microschool and the inevitable stressful days that come with it. In this insightful episode, they delve into the importance of normalizing these challenges and share personal anecdotes that resonate with educators and school leaders alike.
Discover practical strategies that Jill and Susan employ to navigate tough days, from self-care techniques to effective communication practices. Whether you’re an experienced microschool owner or considering starting your own, this conversation will provide valuable insights to help you manage stress and maintain your passion for education. Tune in for an uplifting and relatable discussion that reminds us all: we’re in this together!

Bonus...Finding Time in the Day for Academics and Enrichment

Because let’s face it, sometimes the internet decides to take an unannounced vacation, and that’s when teachers pivot! Our last episode decided to take a hiatus as the internet signal dropped at the end, so here's the rest of that discussion! 

Finding Time in the Day for Academics and Enrichment

In today’s episode, Susan and Jill dive into their journey toward balancing strong academics with enriching experiences for kids. They discuss the challenges of navigating busy schedules and finding time in the day for everything. Join us as we share what strategies have worked best for us while offering insights to help you strike the perfect balance for your school!

Season 3! It's Back to (micro) School Time!

Join Jill and Susan as they kick off the new season with an exciting catch-up on all the summer happenings and the fresh start of the school year! From summer adventures to back-to-school tips, they’ll dive into the latest updates and what’s in store for this season. Don’t miss out on the fun, the laughter, and the engaging conversations. Tune in and get ready for another fantastic season!

2024 National Hybrid Schools Conference

Join us for this episode as Jill and Susan debrief about this year's National Hybrid Schools Conference in Atlanta, Georgia hosted by Kennesaw State University. It was amazing!! So much learning, so much networking...mark your calendar for next year's event!

Advertising and Marketing for your Microschool

In this episode, Jill and Susan will share with you their journey in advertising and marketing. The business side of microschooling can be challenging for many of us. It’s true that you just have to jump in and keep going, even on the days that you are 100% sure you have no idea what you are doing! It will evolve over time and you will grow in your confidence! Join us as we share where we started, where we are today, and what we have learned along the way.

Let's Talk Summer School!

In this show, Jill and Susan will talk about how summer school has evolved at their school. They will share tips and tricks to think about as you consider summer school at your microschool!

Let's Talk Summer School!

In this show, Jill and Susan will talk about how summer school has evolved at their school. They will share tips and tricks to think about as you begin considering summer school at your microschool!

Reading Curriculum...Where do you Start?

In this episode, Jill and Susan dive into reading practices. Jill has been helping teachers and schools improve reading practices for more than 20 years. She is the author of the book, Matching Reading Data to Interventions: A simple tool for elementary educators. If you work with dyslexic students or students with complex reading concerns, or if you are in early grades teaching readers how to read, or if you tutor children for reading, this episode is for you!

Let's Talk Microschool Financing!

In this episode, we will talk about how we got started and how we have evolved over our 3 years. Paying teachers, paying rent, paying for materials...costs add up quickly. We will share with you the things that have worked for us, and the things we have changed along the way.