<p>Get signed up for the newsletter here: https://exhsclub.beehiiv.com/<br>In this solo episode of the <em>Ex-Homeschoolers Club</em>, I, Jacob Gooden, turn the mic on myself to share my full homeschooling journey. From starting in second grade to navigating private Christian homeschool co-ops in Southern California, I unpack the curriculum choices, the socialization opportunities, the challenges, and the lessons I carried into college and adulthood. I reflect on the strengths and weaknesses of Christian-based education, the role of extracurriculars like swing dance and theater, and how homeschooling shaped my worldview, work ethic, and career. This is a candid look at my personal story and what I’ve learned about education, growth, and identity along the way.</p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Insights into different types of homeschooling: private, charter, and unschooling.</p></li><li><p>Curriculum that worked (Math-U-See, Story of the World) and what fell short (Spanish with Rosetta Stone).</p></li><li><p>The role of co-ops, church groups, and extracurriculars in building socialization skills.</p></li><li><p>How Christian-based curriculum shaped my early worldview—and where it left gaps.</p></li><li><p>Transitioning from homeschool to college: challenges, growth, and learning to adapt.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Resources Mentioned:</strong></p><ul><li><p><em>Math-U-See</em> (math curriculum)</p></li><li><p><em>Story of the World</em> (history curriculum)</p></li><li><p><em>Exploring Creation</em> (science curriculum)</p></li><li><p>Rod &amp; Staff English</p></li><li><p>Rosetta Stone (language learning)</p></li><li><p>CHEA (Christian Home Educators Association)</p></li></ul><p>If this episode resonates with you, share it with a friend, leave a review on your favorite podcast app, and don’t forget to subscribe to the <em>Ex-Homeschoolers Club</em> newsletter for updates, resources, and community stories. Join the conversation with me on Instagram, Threads, and TikTok at @exhsclub.</p>

Ex-Homeschoolers Club

Jacob Gooden

What I Learned Growing Up Homeschooled (And What I Missed)

SEP 4, 202562 MIN
Ex-Homeschoolers Club

What I Learned Growing Up Homeschooled (And What I Missed)

SEP 4, 202562 MIN

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<p>Get signed up for the newsletter here: https://exhsclub.beehiiv.com/<br>In this solo episode of the <em>Ex-Homeschoolers Club</em>, I, Jacob Gooden, turn the mic on myself to share my full homeschooling journey. From starting in second grade to navigating private Christian homeschool co-ops in Southern California, I unpack the curriculum choices, the socialization opportunities, the challenges, and the lessons I carried into college and adulthood. I reflect on the strengths and weaknesses of Christian-based education, the role of extracurriculars like swing dance and theater, and how homeschooling shaped my worldview, work ethic, and career. This is a candid look at my personal story and what I’ve learned about education, growth, and identity along the way.</p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Insights into different types of homeschooling: private, charter, and unschooling.</p></li><li><p>Curriculum that worked (Math-U-See, Story of the World) and what fell short (Spanish with Rosetta Stone).</p></li><li><p>The role of co-ops, church groups, and extracurriculars in building socialization skills.</p></li><li><p>How Christian-based curriculum shaped my early worldview—and where it left gaps.</p></li><li><p>Transitioning from homeschool to college: challenges, growth, and learning to adapt.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Resources Mentioned:</strong></p><ul><li><p><em>Math-U-See</em> (math curriculum)</p></li><li><p><em>Story of the World</em> (history curriculum)</p></li><li><p><em>Exploring Creation</em> (science curriculum)</p></li><li><p>Rod &amp; Staff English</p></li><li><p>Rosetta Stone (language learning)</p></li><li><p>CHEA (Christian Home Educators Association)</p></li></ul><p>If this episode resonates with you, share it with a friend, leave a review on your favorite podcast app, and don’t forget to subscribe to the <em>Ex-Homeschoolers Club</em> newsletter for updates, resources, and community stories. Join the conversation with me on Instagram, Threads, and TikTok at @exhsclub.</p>