Ariel Maguire

Ariel Maguire, a rural Hawaii mom, created a Waldorf-inspired microschool but was shut down by state regulators. They discuss challenges with licensing, regulatory obstacles, and the importance of preschool options in rural areas. The concept of Private Membership Associations is explored as a solution to government regulation on homeschooling and childcare. They also talk about their vision for a Waldorf-inspired microschool and reflect on the experience of launching a micro school and running a PMA.