Homeschool Better Together with Pam Barnhill How to Keep Homeschool Consistent When Life Isn’t
What happens when your homeschool plan goes on the road—literally? Today, I’m joined by second-generation homeschooler and seasoned moving pro, Adrienne Denison, to talk about schooling through cross-country moves, starting over in a new place, and making sure your curriculum doesn’t get lost between boxes of Legos and winter coats.
Adrienne unpacks (pun absolutely intended) the lessons she’s learned navigating three major moves in just six months, transitioning her four kids through pivotal school years—and why she’s so passionate about not letting perfect get in the way of done. As a CC (Classical Conversations) family and longtime Autopilot user, Adrienne shares her best tactical tips for planning, packing, downsizing, and keeping your school system humming even when life’s upside down.
If you’ve ever wondered how to homeschool when your schedule and address are both a moving target, this episode is full of honest encouragement, practical hacks, and permission to let some things go so you can say yes to connection, community, and new beginnings (even if it means doing math on the trampoline).
What You'll Learn About Homeschooling While Moving
- How Adrienne survived three “mini-moves” in one big cross-country adventure
- Her secret for never losing track of curriculum (even with boxes everywhere)
- What to toss, keep, or give away—and why purging was actually a blessing
- Why Adrienne doesn’t mind letting academics take a back seat after a big move
- How using Homeschool on Autopilot helped her keep everyone on track (and sane)
- Tips for banking “school days” early and freeing up time for finding new friends
- Why supporting your family’s emotional needs is just as critical as checking boxes—and yes, you have permission to lament
- Adrienne’s best hack for organizing books, prepping for high school, and making your next move smoother (even if it’s just down the street)
Links and Resources From Today’s Show
- Put Your Homeschool Year on Autopilot
- Consistency Bootcamp
- Classical Conversations
- Magic Number Schooling
- Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy (book on lamenting)
- Homeschool Better Together Community
For full show notes and a transcript of today’s episode, head to pambarnhill.com/hsbt38