Homeschool Curious to Community Builder: Morgan Bergstrom on Launching BaseCampEd

What if finding a few like-minded families near you were as easy as dropping a pin on a map? In this episode, Lisa chats with Morgan Bergstrom—former corporate recruiter, mom of three (soon four!), and creator of BaseCampEd, a free app that helps homeschool and alt-ed families connect locally. Morgan shares her family's journey from full-time daycare to kindergarten at home, the moment the "mini co-op" idea clicked, and why connection—not perfection—keeps families thriving. We talk hybrid options, micro-schools, nature schools, and why you don't have to go "all in" on day one. If you're homeschool-curious (or already homeschooling and craving real-life community), this one's for you.

In This Episode

• Morgan's pivot from 12 years in corporate recruiting to entrepreneurship

• The origin story of BaseCampEd (and why it'll always be free for parents)

• Moving every 2–3 years: building community fast in a new city

• Hybrid/alt-ed options: co-ops, micro-schools, nature & farm schools, STEM programs

• How to "test drive" homeschooling without going all-in

• Socialization myths vs. real connection

• Why homeschooling pairs naturally with entrepreneurship

Key Takeaways

• You don't need 100 people—just a few good families you connect with.

• Try before you leap: add a small reading/math kit after dinner or on weekends.

• Use tools (like BaseCampEd) to find local groups, events, and alt-ed resources.

• Give your kids the gift of time: true literacy & critical thinking don't require 6 hours at a table.

Quotables

• "I wanted a Zillow for homeschoolers: pull up a map, click the dots, read profiles, and connect." —Morgan

• "You don't have to be 'all in' on day one. Start small and see how your child resonates." —Morgan

• "Homeschooling opens doors to alternative work and entrepreneurship." —Lisa

Resources & Links

• BaseCampEd – Free app to connect with local homeschool & alt-ed families  

• True North Academy – Live and self-paced classes for K–12 

• It's Not That Hard to Homeschool Podcast – More episodes with Lisa