LiberatED Podcast How two homeschool moms created a North Carolina microschool
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May 2, 2025 Angela Ruth and Laura Greene, cofounders of Harmony Homeschool Academy, share their inspiring journey of creating a thriving microschool in North Carolina. Formerly in the US Government and public school teaching, Angela brings a unique perspective to education, while Laura's background as a licensed psychologist enriches their approach. They discuss the rising anxiety among students and how their microschool provides a tailored, hands-on learning environment. The duo emphasizes community feedback and highlights the importance of support for neurodivergent children in education.
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Founders United by Friendship
- Laura Greene and Angela Ruth teamed up because their sons are best friends and they shared a vision for a secular homeschool hybrid for older kids.
- They moved from casual talk to serious planning within months, motivated by a community need.
Safe Spaces Boost Learning
- Creating a socially and emotionally safe learning environment is essential for middle and high schoolers.
- Lowering anxiety enhances their ability to learn and retain academic material effectively.
Morning Meetings Foster Inclusion
- A late-arriving high school student quickly felt included through the morning meeting social group.
- He immediately had friends in class and lunch, preventing isolation common in previous experiences.