Zan Tyler shares her homeschool journey, from starting in 1984 when almost no one was homeschooling to becoming a longtime advocate for homeschool freedom, community, and resources.

Learn more & register now for the events Zan is joining us for in Wilsonville Aug. 28-29, 2026: https://oceanetwork.org/encouragement-events/

 In this episode, Zan Tyler shares:

* How her family unexpectedly began homeschooling in 1984
* What it was like to homeschool without an established community or support system
* Why homeschool freedom became an important part of her family’s work
* How community gives homeschooling families encouragement and staying power
* Why the work homeschool parents are doing matters—and why they shouldn’t give up

Timestamps

* 00:00 – Welcome and introduction to Zan Tyler’s upcoming Oregon events
* 02:13 – How Zan and Joe first started homeschooling in 1984 and legal troubles
* 10:02 – How the homeschool movement has changed over the decades
* 13:02 – Why Zan feels hopeful about the next generation of homeschoolers
* 17:47 – Upcoming events

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