Episode #347: From Public School to Homeschool: Our Family’s Journey to Finding the Perfect Fit with Anthony Roumell

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Navigating the world of education can feel overwhelming, but it’s also an opportunity to create a path that truly fits your family. In this episode, Dr. Elana and her husband, Anthony, share their family’s transformative journey through various schooling options—public school, homeschool, pods, and a hybrid model. They reveal how aligning their family values of freedom, flexibility, and connection shaped their decisions and ultimately empowered their children to thrive.

You’ll learn key lessons on evaluating schooling options, adapting to change, and finding balance between what works for your child and your family as a whole. Whether you’re exploring homeschool for the first time, looking for alternatives to traditional education, or simply curious about how to make schooling decisions more intentional, this episode will inspire and empower you to take the next step confidently.

Topics Covered In This Episode

Homeschooling vs. public school options
Flexible education for families
Building adaptability in children
Personalized learning approaches at home
Choosing the right school fit

Show Notes:

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This episode’s guest

Anthony owns a private gym in San Diego, CA called the Center for Balanced Training while balancing his role as a stay at home homeschool Dad. Anthony can often be found tricking on the slackline, rolling on Jiu-Jitsu mats, snow boarding, skate boarding, or teaching his kids all of his many hobbies… or some combination of the above! His enthusiasm is contagious and leaves a positive energy with you all day long.