We Have Hope
93. Empowering Moms Through Education
Aug 19, 2025
Love Your School West Virginia
In this episode of the We Have Hope podcast, Kim Dully interviews JoDee Martin, the founder of A to Z for Moms Like Me. JoDee shares her journey from starting a blog to creating unique curriculums for homeschooling families. The conversation explores the evolution of education, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and emphasizes the importance of self-evaluation, curiosity, and the role of hope in learning. JoDee encourages parents to embrace their role as educators and to pursue their passions while adapting to their children's needs.
Episode Highlights:
- A to Z for Moms Like Me started as a blog 16 years ago.
- JoDee created curriculums to address the needs of homeschooling families.
- The importance of teaching kids the difference between being a victim, villain, or hero.
- COVID-19 shifted many parents' perspectives on education and homeschooling.
- Self-evaluation is crucial for both parents and children in the learning process.
- Homeschooling allows for personalized learning experiences tailored to each child.
- Encouraging curiosity and lifelong learning is essential in education.
- Hope is about wanting a better future and taking action to achieve it.
- Parents should not feel inadequate in their ability to teach their children.
- Community and resources are vital for homeschooling families.
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This show has been produced by Love Your School WV.