
Homegrown
Stories from families who school at home
No scripts. Just real life.
Told by real homeschoolers from around the world, these stories capture the joy, the mess, the breakthroughs—and everything in between.
Share yours, and remind someone out there: they’re not alone.

Each story is a thread in the village.

Share your story
💛 Want to share your own story?
Every journey is different—but you’re not the only one walking it.
Tell us what brought you here.
Maybe it was burnout. Or bullying. Or a gut feeling that something wasn’t right. Maybe you were scared. Or hopeful. Or just curious. Whatever your story is—it matters.
Here are a few things you might share:
Why you chose to homeschool (or de-school)
What was hardest at the start
What helped the most
How you’re using Sunnyside — or how you hope to
Moments that surprised you or brought joy
Anything you wish someone had told you back then
You don’t have to have it all figured out.
Because your story might be the one that helps someone else feel seen.
Homegrrrown Qs
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Anyone in the Sunnyside world—parents, teens, tutors, even grandparents. If you’ve felt the shift from isolation to connection, your voice belongs here.
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Not at all. Just be real. We’re not looking for polished essays—we’re looking for heart. We’ll help with editing if needed, but we want your story in your words.
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Anything you feel. Here are some places to start:
Why you chose to homeschool
What you were feeling in the beginning
Big or small moments that stayed with you
What you’re still figuring out
What helped you feel less alone
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Yes. You can use your real name, first name only, or request anonymity. Just let us know what you’re comfortable with.
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Absolutely. A picture of your learning setup, a sketch your kid made, a meal you shared—anything that feels like you.
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We try to feature as many as we can. Some might be saved for future newsletters, events, or printed collections. If your story is chosen, we’ll let you know before publishing.
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That’s okay. If you’re just finding us, you’re still welcome to share your story—especially if you’re feeling alone right now. You’re already part of something.