The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast 1KHO 572: There Are So Many Ways to Be Smart | Maeve Jemison, Home is Where the Truth Is
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Sep 14, 2025 Maeve Jemison, author of 'Home is Where the Truth Is' and a passionate advocate for homeschooling, joins the discussion to debunk popular myths like socialization and the need for strict schedules. She shares her personal journey of transitioning her daughter to a more flexible, joy-filled learning environment. Maeve emphasizes the value of curiosity and the unique advantages of homeschooling, such as tailored education and fostering deep family connections. Parents will appreciate her practical advice on managing homeschooling alongside work and life.
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Mid-Year Pullout That Changed Everything
- Maeve pulled her eldest out of sixth grade mid-year and finished the FLVS course load in six weeks at home.
- That rapid progress convinced her the school day wastes time and homeschool lets students learn at their own pace.
Textbook Hug That Killed Screens
- Maeve's daughter hugged a biology textbook at a convention and refused more screen-based learning.
- That moment signaled their shift from online classes to joyful, book-based home learning.
Find Flexible Models If You Work
- Do search homeschool groups for examples of families like yours to learn flexible models that fit working parents.
- Try hybrids, co-ops, drop-off pods, weekend school, or checklist-based remote work partnerships to make homeschooling possible while working.
