Rooted at Home.
Growing Together.
Building deep, meaningful community takes courage and intentionality.
The Homeschool Village supports and connects homeschool families by providing classes and opportunities to meet and build strong relationships, which we all need and are called to!
Come grow with us!
"For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and love and a sound mind." — 2 Timothy 1:7 (NKJV)
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Power: The strength and ability to endure challenges.
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Love: The capacity to care for others unconditionally.
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A Sound Mind: A calm, clear, focused mind to use good judgment & make wise decisions without impulsivity. Self-Discipline.
"I’d love to connect. If you’re looking for a bit of extra support—or even if you just want to talk through what’s next—I’d love to come alongside you. I’m here to really listen to your heart for your family as we look at your values and your child’s strengths together. We’ll identify what’s already there and explore what matters most to you, finding a path that feels natural and sustainable for your family."
Thanks friend, I'm looking forward to chatting with you!
~ Diane
About Me
I’ve been a homeschool mom for over 20 years, walking through both the beauty and the hard, messy parts of this journey. Along the way, I’ve had the joy of mentoring, supporting, and learning from other families as they figure out what truly works for their kids and for them. I'll walk this path with you, whether it's just to collaborate to find clarity and a new plan, or for those tough times when things feel especially complicated or unclear.
My Story & Background
I’m the founder of Journey Co-op and West Michigan Homeschoolers, where I’ve loved creating spaces for connection and community among both families and providers. With a background as an engineer and educator, I naturally enjoy ideas, systems, and designing meaningful classes and curriculum—but more than anything, I love to come alongside families to listen, encourage, and explore opportunities for your homeschool.
A Heart for Unique Learners
I’m especially passionate about helping parents find the right educational fit and helping kids discover how God has gifted them. Paths and destinations can differ for each of your children, for a kiddo that meets challenges well or for one that struggles just a bit more. For neurotypical students (and parents) or for neurodivergent or unique situations. At the end of the day, I’m a mom, wife, Mimi, friend, and child of God who simply wants to come alongside you and help make the path forward feel clearer and more doable.
What Families Are Saying
"Several years back, I was led to homeschool our three children. Pulling them from public school in middle school was a scary and exciting time. Diane provided me with guidance, reassurance, and many resources that first season. I spent three years homeschooling then entered them back into public school with so many great memories, experiences, relationships and an education they could've never had without our homeschooling years. Diane is an invaluable resource and cheerleader with a parenting lifetime of homeschooling experience and heart of gold. " ~ Michelle A.
“Diane has a ton of knowledge about homeschooling and really understands the technical, logistical, and practical sides of it. She encourages moms to make homeschooling their own instead of worrying about the status quo. She’s easy to talk with, deeply caring, and a steady help along this journey.” ~ Marie C.
Choose Your Path: Classes
Comprehensive support for your homeschooling journey, from professional counseling to enrichment programs.
The focus is fully on you: Your schedule. Your topics. Your questions. Your homeschool plan.
Just you and your spouse, or set up your own small group with close friends!
(Typically virtual but may be able to schedule at a physical location. Let's talk!)
Individual Planning / Consultation: Personalized Sessions for Individuals or for Small Groups
For Families: Informational & Hands-On Classes (typically 12-20 attendees)
Group sessions helping families confidently navigate state requirements, scheduling, planning, curriculum choices, working while homeschooling, "socialization", and more! Class content, options, and sign-up details follow:
Homeschool 101 How to start
Join us as we discuss homeschooling: the basics ("foundations"), requirements for homeschooling in Michigan, and how to get started.
Individual & Personalized small group sessions are available as well.
Content includes: HANDS-ON: Build *your* homeschool vision board or mind map (materials provided)
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Intro to homeschooling and State of MI requirements
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Home vs the Village (co-ops, partnerships, hybrids)
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Curriculum discussion & look-thru
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What does a day of homeschooling look like
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Working & Homeschooling
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Socializing for your kids and for you!
And more!
Homeschooling High School
Join us as we discuss homeschooling our teens! Homeschooling high schoolers and middle schoolers, how the teen brain works, working with their strengths and challenges. Teens are welcome to sign up and join you!
Agenda/scope is below.
Content includes:
HANDS-ON: Build the framework for your transcript
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Teen Brains, Executive Function, Schedules, Motivation
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Who is Your Teen? How to Work to their Strengths & Passions and Who God Created Them to Be
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Classes, credits, transcripts: State of MI vs Homeschool
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Home vs the Village for middle/high schoolers: co-ops, partnerships, hybrids, duel enrollment, tech ctrs
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Working & Homeschooling: for you AND for your teen
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Activities and Sports
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And more!
Homeschooling:
Strategic Pathways:
Engaging & Empowering Diverse Learners
Join us as we discuss how to bring out our homeschooled kids' superpowers! Strategies for addressing our kiddos' challenges and bringing out their strengths!
Agenda/Scope is below.
Content includes:
HANDS-ON: Mind Map, Schedule, Strategies
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We are ALL Diverse Learners
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How We Learn, How We Teach: Teaching/Learning Styles, Cognitive Windows, Brain Development & Stages
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Turning a Challenge into a Super Power: ADHD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Auditory Processing, Sensory/Spectrum
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Working to Strengths: Theirs AND Ours
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Strategies, Schedules, and Successes!
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And More!
Rooted at Home • Growing Together • Community Support • Educational Excellence • Nurturing Growth • Family Support • Homeschool Village • Rooted at Home • Growing Together • Community Support • Educational Excellence • Nurturing Growth • Family Support • Homeschool Village