forestry

Because Children Deserve Better

Teacher leaving traditional school to create a child-centered learning environment.

This week, as part of our ~monthly installation of VOICES, we hear from Tiffany Diamond. She tells her story of leaving traditional school environments to start her own school. Maybe you can identify with her struggles. Tiffany gets kudos for taking a leap of faith and creating a learning environment truly centered around children. Check … Read more

Florida’s Education Revolution

Side-by-side maps of Florida and New Hampshire illustrate the growth of school choice, with icons representing homeschooling, charter schools, microschools, private schools, and co-op/hybrid learning connected by an arrow labeled “A Growing Trend.”

What happens when families are free to choose the education that fits their children best? Florida is giving us a glimpse. A new Reason Magazine feature highlights the rapid growth of microschools — small, personalized learning communities often created by former public school teachers. These schools offer flexible, student-centered learning at a price many families … Read more

Learning in New Hampshire’s Forests

High school students learn forestry skills outdoors in a New Hampshire forest as part of a hands-on education program.

New Hampshire’s forests aren’t just beautiful — they’re one of our state’s greatest educational resources. Through Project Learning Tree, homeschoolers, microschools, and co-ops can provide students with hands-on experiences that connect science, outdoor exploration, and potential career paths. Whether a student dreams of working outdoors or simply learns best by doing, this program turn New … Read more