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  • 355: Why You Keep Changing Curriculum: How to Teach Multiple Grade Levels Without Chaos Using Layered Tasks, Adaptive Learning Tools, and Multi-Age Curriculum Systems That Actually Work

    355: Why You Keep Changing Curriculum: How to Teach Multiple Grade Levels Without Chaos Using Layered Tasks, Adaptive Learning Tools, and Multi-Age Curriculum Systems That Actually Work
    Apr 29 2025
    Have you changed your curriculum more times than you can count? Do you find yourself saying: “This just isn’t working...” “Maybe I need something different...” “What if this new one is the right fit?” If that’s you, this episode is going to give you clarity and peace of mind. You’re not flaky. You’re not doing it wrong. You’re just trying to make it work without the systems and support you really need. In this episode, we’re diving deep into: Why You Keep Changing Curriculum (And What to Do About It) You’ll learn a practical, powerful framework that helps you teach multiple grade levels in one classroom—without switching programs every six months or draining your budget. 🎯 IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER: The real reason microschool founders keep changing curriculum Why pressure from parents, lack of alignment with your teaching style, and trying to meet everyone’s needs can cause chaos What happens when you try to teach without a curriculum system in place How to use a proven framework to plan your instruction with confidence: One Subject → Layered Tasks → Different Access Points → Common Goals Real examples from a 2nd–4th grade classroom using this approach How adaptive learning tools like DreamBox, Reading Eggs, and Exact Path help simplify differentiation Why systems like checklists, independent stations, and student ownership are more valuable than just “choosing a new program” 📓 STOP THE CURRICULUM CHAOS Join us this May inside Microschool Masterminds as we walk through the brand-new Curriculum Clarity Workbook—a complete planning tool designed to help you: ✔️ Reflect on what has and hasn’t worked ✔️ Make intentional subject-by-subject curriculum decisions ✔️ Build systems to support multi-age teaching ✔️ Choose curriculum based on clarity—not panic ✔️ Create sustainable structures that support growth 🔗 JOIN US THIS MAY: 🎯 www.teachersletyourlightshine.com/masterminds 📩 DM me “CURRICULUM” on Instagram @teacherletyourlightshine for a preview of the workbook! 💛 THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU IF: You’ve bought more curriculum in the last year than you’ve used You’re trying to teach 3+ grade levels and nothing feels quite right You’re stuck in “maybe this one will work” mode You’re ready to stop switching and start building something sustainable 🧡 REMEMBER: The problem isn’t you. The problem isn’t even the curriculum. The problem is the lack of a system. Let’s change that—together. Microschool Masterminds. Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching We also invite you to join your new FAVORITE online community full of resources, templates, videos, LIVE Q and A, Group Coaching and New Monthy Content Centered around your Educational Entrepreneurship Needs! Microschool Masterminds, designed to help you start or grow your micro school by maximizing your time, optimizing your finances, and mastering your marketing. Whether you are a seasoned microschool owner or a teacher with a dream, Microschool Masterminds provides a dedicated space to share resources, collaborate with fellow educators, and access expert guidance. Join us as we embark on this journey together. Your dreams are about to take flight. No more fears, no more hesitations. Microschool Masterminds is here to fuel your journey. It's your time. Your destiny awaits. Let's soar together into a future of limitless possibilities. VELA Organization: VELA Education Fund Join our Mastermind Program! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Launch and Scale Your Microschool or Homeschool Hybrid by Maximizing Your Time, Optimizing Your Finances and Mastering Your Marketing! With our program, you'll confidently navigate the journey of starting or growing your educational venture, equipped with the tools and support needed to achieve lasting success! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Join Our Facebook Group for a supportive community and the “best place on the corner of the internet” Teacher, Let Your Light Shine's Microschool Community | Facebook Book a Clarity Coaching Session: Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Get started on your dream school right now! Get all the documents you need to jumpstart, market and enroll students! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching We have step-by-step instructions to help you write powerful marketing brochures, enrollment forms, introductory packets, and so much more! You’ll also find easy-to-use templates made to simplify your creation process, as well as beautiful real-life examples used by my micro-school, Lighthouse Learning, to give you creative inspiration when designing your...
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  • 354: How to Choose Curriculum for Your Microschool: A Step-by-Step Guide for Public and Private School Teachers Transitioning to Multi-Age Teaching and Building Their Own Education Model

    354: How to Choose Curriculum for Your Microschool: A Step-by-Step Guide for Public and Private School Teachers Transitioning to Multi-Age Teaching and Building Their Own Education Model
    Apr 25 2025
    Are you a teacher thinking about starting your own microschool or homeschool hybrid—but stuck in a swirl of fear and curriculum overwhelm? You're not alone. One of the biggest questions teachers ask when leaving public or private education is: “How do I know what curriculum to use in a microschool?” “What if I mess it up?” “I’ve only taught one grade… how am I supposed to teach K–8?” In today’s episode, I’m walking you through everything I wish I knew when I transitioned from public school teacher to microschool founder. Whether you’re still in the classroom or already running a small school and drowning in decisions, this episode is your permission slip to stop striving for the perfect curriculum—and start creating a powerful, peace-filled plan. 🎯 IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: Why curriculum fear is one of the biggest barriers for teachers leaving the traditional system How to shift your focus from “Which boxed set is best?” to “What kind of learning environment do I want to create?” Why multi-age classrooms are not a burden—but a beautiful opportunity What traditional schools don’t teach you about real curriculum planning How to adapt your teaching style for K–8 students with confidence The difference between choosing curriculum and building systems to support it Practical systems you can use today to promote student independence 📓 PLUS: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Our May Microschool Masterminds Session This May, I’m guiding our Microschool Masterminds members through my full Curriculum Clarity & Planning Workbook—a tool that helps you: ✅ Define your learning promise ✅ Plan subject-by-subject for multi-age classrooms ✅ Set up independent stations and checklists ✅ Explore adaptive learning programs like Exact Path, Reading Eggs, and DreamBox ✅ Communicate clearly with families ✅ And choose a curriculum plan that fits your values and your life 🔥 IF YOU’RE READY TO… Stop spinning in curriculum confusion Create a microschool that reflects your vision for education And confidently support students across ages and stages... Then this episode is for you. 💛 Microschool Masterminds. Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching We also invite you to join your new FAVORITE online community full of resources, templates, videos, LIVE Q and A, Group Coaching and New Monthy Content Centered around your Educational Entrepreneurship Needs! Microschool Masterminds, designed to help you start or grow your micro school by maximizing your time, optimizing your finances, and mastering your marketing. Whether you are a seasoned microschool owner or a teacher with a dream, Microschool Masterminds provides a dedicated space to share resources, collaborate with fellow educators, and access expert guidance. Join us as we embark on this journey together. Your dreams are about to take flight. No more fears, no more hesitations. Microschool Masterminds is here to fuel your journey. It's your time. Your destiny awaits. Let's soar together into a future of limitless possibilities. VELA Organization: VELA Education Fund Join our Mastermind Program! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Launch and Scale Your Microschool or Homeschool Hybrid by Maximizing Your Time, Optimizing Your Finances and Mastering Your Marketing! With our program, you'll confidently navigate the journey of starting or growing your educational venture, equipped with the tools and support needed to achieve lasting success! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Join Our Facebook Group for a supportive community and the “best place on the corner of the internet” Teacher, Let Your Light Shine's Microschool Community | Facebook Book a Clarity Coaching Session: Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Get started on your dream school right now! Get all the documents you need to jumpstart, market and enroll students! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching We have step-by-step instructions to help you write powerful marketing brochures, enrollment forms, introductory packets, and so much more! You’ll also find easy-to-use templates made to simplify your creation process, as well as beautiful real-life examples used by my micro-school, Lighthouse Learning, to give you creative inspiration when designing your very own forms. You will be able to seal the deal with peace and clarity when you hand deliver your new handbook and contract. Tune in to today's episode to find out more and head over to our shop to purchase your documents at Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching
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  • 353: Setting the Tone For Your Microschool After Enrollment. How to Build Trust and Connection with Parents and Students

    353: Setting the Tone For Your Microschool After Enrollment. How to Build Trust and Connection with Parents and Students
    Apr 22 2025

    How to Build Trust and Connection with Parents and Students

    Are you welcoming new families into your microschool… but not sure what to say after they enroll? 🎉

    In this heartfelt and strategic episode, Makenzie Oliver shares what most founders overlook: The time between enrollment and Day 1 of school is where trust is either built—or broken.

    Discover how to build strong relationships with parents and students through intentional, clear, and welcoming communication that sets the tone for a powerful school year. 💛

    💡 IN THIS VALUE-PACKED EPISODE:

    ✅ Why post-enrollment is a critical window for building parent trust ✅ What a Welcome Letter really says about your school ✅ What to include in your microschool’s first official message to new families ✅ The biggest mistake new school founders make (and how to avoid it) ✅ How to create a system that saves you time, stress, and confusion ✅ Why this small piece of communication has a massive impact on family retention ✅ And how to keep things warm, professional, and clear every time

    📩 Want a plug-and-play Welcome Letter Template that does all of this for you? 👉 It’s 30% OFF this week at www.teachersletyourlightshine.com/shop!

    Microschool Masterminds.

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    We also invite you to join your new FAVORITE online community full of resources, templates, videos, LIVE Q and A, Group Coaching and New Monthy Content Centered around your Educational Entrepreneurship Needs! Microschool Masterminds, designed to help you start or grow your micro school by maximizing your time, optimizing your finances, and mastering your marketing. Whether you are a seasoned microschool owner or a teacher with a dream, Microschool Masterminds provides a dedicated space to share resources, collaborate with fellow educators, and access expert guidance.

    Join us as we embark on this journey together. Your dreams are about to take flight. No more fears, no more hesitations. Microschool Masterminds is here to fuel your journey. It's your time. Your destiny awaits. Let's soar together into a future of limitless possibilities.

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    Join our Mastermind Program!

    Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching

    Launch and Scale Your Microschool or Homeschool Hybrid by Maximizing Your Time, Optimizing Your Finances and Mastering Your Marketing! With our program, you'll confidently navigate the journey of starting or growing your educational venture, equipped with the tools and support needed to achieve lasting success!

    Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching

    Join Our Facebook Group for a supportive community and the “best place on the corner of the internet”

    Teacher, Let Your Light Shine's Microschool Community | Facebook

    Book a Clarity Coaching Session:

    Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching

    Get started on your dream school right now! Get all the documents you need to jumpstart, market and enroll students!

    Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching

    We have step-by-step instructions to help you write powerful marketing brochures, enrollment forms, introductory packets, and so much more! You’ll also find easy-to-use templates made to simplify your creation process, as well as beautiful real-life examples used by my micro-school, Lighthouse Learning, to give you creative inspiration when designing your very own forms. You will be able to seal the deal with peace and clarity when you hand deliver your new handbook and contract. Tune in to today's episode to find out more and head over to our shop to purchase your documents at

    Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching
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  • 352: Microschool on a Budget! 7 Proven Ways to Save Money While Starting Your Dream School!

    352: Microschool on a Budget! 7 Proven Ways to Save Money While Starting Your Dream School!
    Apr 18 2025
    💡 Want to launch or grow your microschool without going broke? In this value-packed episode of the Teacher Let Your Light Shine Podcast, Makenzie Oliver reveals 7 smart and budget-friendly strategies to help you save money while building a powerful and purpose-filled learning environment for kids. Whether you're a former teacher starting a microschool, a homeschool parent expanding a learning pod, or a passionate educator stepping into entrepreneurship, these tips will help you stretch your dollars, find hidden resources, and make smart financial decisions—without sacrificing your vision or mission. 💸 In This Episode, You'll Discover: Where to find free or low-cost classroom furniture and supplies How to repurpose what you already have at home The best ways to ask for donations (and actually get what you need!) How to partner with local churches and businesses for space and resources Why you don't need expensive curriculum to succeed Easy income streams you can create inside your microschool The biggest money-saving system every microschool owner should have 🎯 Perfect for: Teachers starting a microschool on a budget Homeschool moms turning passion into profit Educators launching private learning pods Alternative education founders looking to grow sustainably Anyone who wants to build a beautiful school with limited funds Check out our Financial Preparation Sheet on sale at 30% off! www.teachersletyourlightshine.com/shop Microschool Masterminds. Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching We also invite you to join your new FAVORITE online community full of resources, templates, videos, LIVE Q and A, Group Coaching and New Monthy Content Centered around your Educational Entrepreneurship Needs! Microschool Masterminds, designed to help you start or grow your micro school by maximizing your time, optimizing your finances, and mastering your marketing. Whether you are a seasoned microschool owner or a teacher with a dream, Microschool Masterminds provides a dedicated space to share resources, collaborate with fellow educators, and access expert guidance. Join us as we embark on this journey together. Your dreams are about to take flight. No more fears, no more hesitations. Microschool Masterminds is here to fuel your journey. It's your time. Your destiny awaits. Let's soar together into a future of limitless possibilities. VELA Organization: VELA Education Fund Join our Mastermind Program! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Launch and Scale Your Microschool or Homeschool Hybrid by Maximizing Your Time, Optimizing Your Finances and Mastering Your Marketing! With our program, you'll confidently navigate the journey of starting or growing your educational venture, equipped with the tools and support needed to achieve lasting success! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Join Our Facebook Group for a supportive community and the “best place on the corner of the internet” Teacher, Let Your Light Shine's Microschool Community | Facebook Book a Clarity Coaching Session: Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Get started on your dream school right now! Get all the documents you need to jumpstart, market and enroll students! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching We have step-by-step instructions to help you write powerful marketing brochures, enrollment forms, introductory packets, and so much more! You’ll also find easy-to-use templates made to simplify your creation process, as well as beautiful real-life examples used by my micro-school, Lighthouse Learning, to give you creative inspiration when designing your very own forms. You will be able to seal the deal with peace and clarity when you hand deliver your new handbook and contract. Tune in to today's episode to find out more and head over to our shop to purchase your documents at Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching
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  • Makenzie’s Birthday Bash! 🎉 5 Years of Lessons as a Microschool Owner + 50% Off Our Best-Selling Business Bundle (Today Only!)

    Makenzie’s Birthday Bash! 🎉 5 Years of Lessons as a Microschool Owner + 50% Off Our Best-Selling Business Bundle (Today Only!)
    Apr 16 2025
    🎉 It's Makenzie's Birthday! And what better way to celebrate than by giving back to YOU—our amazing community of teacherpreneurs, homeschool moms, and microschool founders! In this special birthday episode of the Teacher Let Your Light Shine Podcast, Makenzie Oliver shares the Top 5 Most Valuable Lessons she’s learned from building and running a successful microschool over the past 5 years—lessons that every teacher dreaming of educational freedom needs to hear. Whether you’re just starting your microschool, launching a homeschool hybrid, or growing your education business, this episode is packed with insights, encouragement, and real talk on what it takes to succeed as a school founder. 🌟 PLUS: In honor of Makenzie's 41st birthday, we’re offering a one-day-only 50% OFF our best-selling Business Bundle—a complete startup and growth toolkit for building your microschool with confidence and clarity! 👉 Not a Microschool Masterminds member? This deal is just for you! 🛍️ Claim the Birthday Special Here: https://teachersletyourlightshine.com/shop 💼 What You'll Learn in This Episode: How to overcome the fear of starting your own microschool The importance of systems, structure, and support in educational entrepreneurship Why pricing, planning, and budgeting matter more than ever The one mindset shift every teacher must make to go from burnout to breakthrough How the Business Bundle simplifies enrollment, operations, marketing & more 💡 Perfect for: Teachers starting a microschool or homeschool co-op Educators exploring alternative education models Homeschool parents launching a paid learning pod Aspiring entrepreneurs in the education space Anyone who wants to grow a small school business with purpose and peace 🎁 Birthday Bonus: Snag the Business Bundle for 50% off TODAY ONLY This offer is exclusively for our podcast family and non-Mastermind members! Microschool Masterminds. Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching We also invite you to join your new FAVORITE online community full of resources, templates, videos, LIVE Q and A, Group Coaching and New Monthy Content Centered around your Educational Entrepreneurship Needs! Microschool Masterminds, designed to help you start or grow your micro school by maximizing your time, optimizing your finances, and mastering your marketing. Whether you are a seasoned microschool owner or a teacher with a dream, Microschool Masterminds provides a dedicated space to share resources, collaborate with fellow educators, and access expert guidance. Join us as we embark on this journey together. Your dreams are about to take flight. No more fears, no more hesitations. Microschool Masterminds is here to fuel your journey. It's your time. Your destiny awaits. Let's soar together into a future of limitless possibilities. VELA Organization: VELA Education Fund Join our Mastermind Program! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Launch and Scale Your Microschool or Homeschool Hybrid by Maximizing Your Time, Optimizing Your Finances and Mastering Your Marketing! With our program, you'll confidently navigate the journey of starting or growing your educational venture, equipped with the tools and support needed to achieve lasting success! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Join Our Facebook Group for a supportive community and the “best place on the corner of the internet” Teacher, Let Your Light Shine's Microschool Community | Facebook Book a Clarity Coaching Session: Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Get started on your dream school right now! Get all the documents you need to jumpstart, market and enroll students! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching We have step-by-step instructions to help you write powerful marketing brochures, enrollment forms, introductory packets, and so much more! You’ll also find easy-to-use templates made to simplify your creation process, as well as beautiful real-life examples used by my micro-school, Lighthouse Learning, to give you creative inspiration when designing your very own forms. You will be able to seal the deal with peace and clarity when you hand deliver your new handbook and contract. Tune in to today's episode to find out more and head over to our shop to purchase your documents at Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching
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  • 351: Feeling Lost with Microschool Finances? Here’s What You Actually Need to Budget, Price, and Plan Without the Overwhelm (+ A Limited-Time Tool to Help You Do It!)

    351: Feeling Lost with Microschool Finances? Here’s What You Actually Need to Budget, Price, and Plan Without the Overwhelm (+ A Limited-Time Tool to Help You Do It!)
    Apr 15 2025
    If You're you a teacher, homeschooler, or microschool founder trying to wrap your head around the financial side of running a school? You're not alone—and you don’t have to stay stuck or overwhelmed. In this episode of the Teacher Let Your Light Shine podcast, host Makenzie Oliver breaks down the financial must-knows for educators building or growing a microschool. Whether you're just launching or scaling your learning community, Makenzie walks you through: 💡 What finances you need to track as a school founder 💡 Why financial systems are non-negotiable for sustainability 💡 What holds teachers back from facing their numbers 💡 How to start budgeting, pricing, and planning with confidence 💡 The exact tools you need to start strong or reevaluate your school year And—exciting news—we’re celebrating with our limited-time 🌸 Spring Sales Event! From April 14–20, grab the powerful, step-by-step Financial Review Preparation Sheet for 30% OFF! This tool is designed to help you: Create a simple microschool budget Determine tuition pricing with clarity Ask the right questions to your bookkeeper Financially prepare for a launch, relaunch, or new school year Set clear, confident goals for your business growth Perfect for microschool owners, homeschool parents launching a co-op, or hybrid learning leaders who want to ensure financial stability and peace of mind. 🛍️ Shop the Spring Sales Event and explore all resources here: 👉 https://teachersletyourlightshine.com/ 🎁 Direct Link to the Financial Review Preparation Sheet: 👉 https://teachersletyourlightshine.com/shop/p/financial-review-preparation-sheet Microschool Masterminds. Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching We also invite you to join your new FAVORITE online community full of resources, templates, videos, LIVE Q and A, Group Coaching and New Monthy Content Centered around your Educational Entrepreneurship Needs! Microschool Masterminds, designed to help you start or grow your micro school by maximizing your time, optimizing your finances, and mastering your marketing. Whether you are a seasoned microschool owner or a teacher with a dream, Microschool Masterminds provides a dedicated space to share resources, collaborate with fellow educators, and access expert guidance. Join us as we embark on this journey together. Your dreams are about to take flight. No more fears, no more hesitations. Microschool Masterminds is here to fuel your journey. It's your time. Your destiny awaits. Let's soar together into a future of limitless possibilities. VELA Organization: VELA Education Fund Join our Mastermind Program! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Launch and Scale Your Microschool or Homeschool Hybrid by Maximizing Your Time, Optimizing Your Finances and Mastering Your Marketing! With our program, you'll confidently navigate the journey of starting or growing your educational venture, equipped with the tools and support needed to achieve lasting success! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Join Our Facebook Group for a supportive community and the “best place on the corner of the internet” Teacher, Let Your Light Shine's Microschool Community | Facebook Book a Clarity Coaching Session: Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Get started on your dream school right now! Get all the documents you need to jumpstart, market and enroll students! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching We have step-by-step instructions to help you write powerful marketing brochures, enrollment forms, introductory packets, and so much more! You’ll also find easy-to-use templates made to simplify your creation process, as well as beautiful real-life examples used by my micro-school, Lighthouse Learning, to give you creative inspiration when designing your very own forms. You will be able to seal the deal with peace and clarity when you hand deliver your new handbook and contract. Tune in to today's episode to find out more and head over to our shop to purchase your documents at Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching
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  • 350: Systems That Save Your Sanity: How to Stay Organized & Enroll with Confidence in Your Microschool

    350: Systems That Save Your Sanity: How to Stay Organized & Enroll with Confidence in Your Microschool
    Apr 11 2025

    This time of year can feel like you’re juggling all the things—wrapping up the school year, planning summer programs, enrolling new families, and trying not to drown in emails and sticky notes. 😅

    If you're feeling scattered, behind, or overwhelmed in your microschool journey… this episode is your lifeline.

    Makenzie recaps a powerful and practical session from the Microschool Masterminds community, where leaders came together to map out April and bring clarity to the chaos. You’ll learn:

    ✅ What a "system" actually is in a microschool ✅ Why every microschool owner needs systems—even if you're just starting out ✅ How to create simple processes that save time, reduce stress, and boost professionalism ✅ Why your enrollment depends on structure ✅ How the Business Bundle helps you implement what you didn’t even know you needed

    This episode is for the passionate educator-turned-entrepreneur who wants to stop flying by the seat of her pants and start building a business with clarity, calm, and confidence.

    You’re not behind. You just need a system. 💡

    🔗 Grab the Business Bundle or join the Masterminds community at https://teachersletyourlightshine.com/masterminds

    Microschool Masterminds.

    Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching

    We also invite you to join your new FAVORITE online community full of resources, templates, videos, LIVE Q and A, Group Coaching and New Monthy Content Centered around your Educational Entrepreneurship Needs! Microschool Masterminds, designed to help you start or grow your micro school by maximizing your time, optimizing your finances, and mastering your marketing. Whether you are a seasoned microschool owner or a teacher with a dream, Microschool Masterminds provides a dedicated space to share resources, collaborate with fellow educators, and access expert guidance.

    Join us as we embark on this journey together. Your dreams are about to take flight. No more fears, no more hesitations. Microschool Masterminds is here to fuel your journey. It's your time. Your destiny awaits. Let's soar together into a future of limitless possibilities.

    VELA Organization:

    VELA Education Fund

    Join our Mastermind Program!

    Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching

    Launch and Scale Your Microschool or Homeschool Hybrid by Maximizing Your Time, Optimizing Your Finances and Mastering Your Marketing! With our program, you'll confidently navigate the journey of starting or growing your educational venture, equipped with the tools and support needed to achieve lasting success!

    Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching

    Join Our Facebook Group for a supportive community and the “best place on the corner of the internet”

    Teacher, Let Your Light Shine's Microschool Community | Facebook

    Book a Clarity Coaching Session:

    Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching

    Get started on your dream school right now! Get all the documents you need to jumpstart, market and enroll students!

    Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching

    We have step-by-step instructions to help you write powerful marketing brochures, enrollment forms, introductory packets, and so much more! You’ll also find easy-to-use templates made to simplify your creation process, as well as beautiful real-life examples used by my micro-school, Lighthouse Learning, to give you creative inspiration when designing your very own forms. You will be able to seal the deal with peace and clarity when you hand deliver your new handbook and contract. Tune in to today's episode to find out more and head over to our shop to purchase your documents at

    Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching
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  • 349: Starting From Scratch? Feel Like Your Marketing is Clunky? The Business Bundle That Will Save Your Sanity and Help You Build and Grow Your Program

    349: Starting From Scratch? Feel Like Your Marketing is Clunky? The Business Bundle That Will Save Your Sanity and Help You Build and Grow Your Program
    Apr 8 2025
    Are you starting your own microschool or learning pod—and feeling overwhelmed with all the documents, forms, and marketing materials you think you need to create from scratch? In today’s episode, Makenzie shares the behind-the-scenes story of how the Teacher Let Your Light Shine Business Bundle was born to help busy, passionate educators start strong without burnout. This isn’t just a stack of templates. It’s your shortcut to clarity, confidence, and credibility. Whether you’re building your school from the ground up or restructuring after a stressful start, this episode will walk you through: Exactly what’s included in the Business Bundle Why each item matters when connecting with families How this bundle has helped educators and moms save time, energy, and mental bandwidth And how you can use it to present your school with professional polish—even before you’ve enrolled your first student! 🎁 WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE BUSINESS BUNDLE: ✅ Brochure Template + Real Example ✅ Enrollment Form ✅ Flyer Template + Example ✅ Parent Handbook + Contract ✅ Introductory Packet + Real Example ✅ Parent Partnership Letter ✅ Welcome Letter + Student Questionnaire ✅ Bonus Destination Letter to request space Notes on legal disclaimers, brand customization, and graphic design support! 💛 THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU IF: You're overwhelmed by the amount of paperwork and communication needed to start You want to look professional from day one (without paying a fortune) You’re building your school with passion but feel lost in the logistics You crave structure, but still want creative freedom 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES: 💼 Grab the Business Bundle: www.teachersletyourlightshine.com/shop 📥 Need help customizing your branding? Contact Madison Ancel of Mad Digital Management for design support. 📢 Share this episode with a teacher friend or homeschooling mom who needs a hand! 📬 Want more personalized support? Join our Microschool Mastermind Community or check out 1:1 Coaching options at www.teachersletyourlightshine.com 🔔 DON’T FORGET TO: Subscribe and leave a review 💛 Screenshot and tag @teacherletyourlightshine on Instagram Join the conversation in our Microschool Mastermind Skool Group You were never meant to do this alone. Let this bundle be the hand you hold as you build the school of your dreams. Keep shining! Microschool Masterminds. Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching We also invite you to join your new FAVORITE online community full of resources, templates, videos, LIVE Q and A, Group Coaching and New Monthy Content Centered around your Educational Entrepreneurship Needs! Microschool Masterminds, designed to help you start or grow your micro school by maximizing your time, optimizing your finances, and mastering your marketing. Whether you are a seasoned microschool owner or a teacher with a dream, Microschool Masterminds provides a dedicated space to share resources, collaborate with fellow educators, and access expert guidance. Join us as we embark on this journey together. Your dreams are about to take flight. No more fears, no more hesitations. Microschool Masterminds is here to fuel your journey. It's your time. Your destiny awaits. Let's soar together into a future of limitless possibilities. VELA Organization: VELA Education Fund Join our Mastermind Program! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Launch and Scale Your Microschool or Homeschool Hybrid by Maximizing Your Time, Optimizing Your Finances and Mastering Your Marketing! With our program, you'll confidently navigate the journey of starting or growing your educational venture, equipped with the tools and support needed to achieve lasting success! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Join Our Facebook Group for a supportive community and the “best place on the corner of the internet” Teacher, Let Your Light Shine's Microschool Community | Facebook Book a Clarity Coaching Session: Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching Get started on your dream school right now! Get all the documents you need to jumpstart, market and enroll students! Teacher Let Your Light Shine Microschool, Learning Pod, Tutoring and Homeschool Business Coaching We have step-by-step instructions to help you write powerful marketing brochures, enrollment forms, introductory packets, and so much more! You’ll also find easy-to-use templates made to simplify your creation process, as well as beautiful real-life examples used by my micro-school, Lighthouse Learning, to give you creative inspiration when designing your very own forms. You will be able to seal the deal with peace and clarity when you hand deliver your new handbook and contract. Tune in to today's episode to find ...
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