The Hannah Frankman Podcast

Chris Turner: A New World For Homeschoolers

Mar 21, 2024

Explore Moonrise, a co-learning space revolutionizing education, tackling regulatory challenges, promoting independence and creativity in children, and offering innovative homeschooling experiences. Learn about the vision, hurdles, and long-term goals of this unique educational platform.

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Chris Turner

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Quick takeaways

Moonrise values children's autonomy and fosters creativity and independence in a diverse learning environment.

Unbundling education and childcare services allows for personalized, creative learning experiences at Moonrise.

Moonrise promotes independence through structured but non-coercive activities, encouraging self-directed learning and personal growth.

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Core Principles of Moonrise

Moonrise operates on the principle that children are people and deserve to be taken seriously as individuals in their own right. The founder believes that each child's entry into the world is a substantial event, emphasizing the significance and value of human life. By creating a space free from coercion but rich with diverse learning experiences, Moonrise aims to foster creativity, independence, and well-being in children. This philosophy challenges traditional models that often overlook the unique potential and autonomy of each child.

Introduction

2min

Redefining Education with Moonrise Co-Learning Space

9min

Navigating Regulatory Challenges in Education Innovation

27min

Innovative Mortgage Solutions and Unbundling Services Discussion

2min

Rethinking Education: Beyond Traditional Models

7min

Exploring Learning Without Grades and the Objective Nature of Space Design

2min

Exploring Holistic Education at Moonrise

25min

Challenges and Goals of Moonrise Education

18min

Chris Turner is the founder of Moonrise, a co-learning space in Atlanta providing a new type of childcare for families participating in homeschooling or alternative education.

In this episode you’ll learn about the origin of Moonrise, the plans for expansion, the regulations and roadblocks that stand in the way, and some of the philosophical ideas that are shaping Chris’s approach.

This episode is sponsored by John Galt Mortgage Company

https://www.johngaltmortgage.com

Chapters:

0:00 - Chris Turner

2:42 - What is Moonrise?

12:10 - Why Don’t More Spaces like Moonrise Exist?

15:35 - Navigating the Legal Hurdles of Opening a Childcare Space

20:50 - Conforming to Regulatory Guidelines

27:50 - The Philosophy of Environment Design for Children’s Spaces

34:50 - Designing Better Schools

38:01 - Sponsor: John Galt Mortgage Company

39:35 - Unbundling Education from Childcare