The Truth About Homeschooling in Connecticut: Answering the Critics with Facts
The conversation around homeschooling in Connecticut has gotten louder in recent weeks. Representative Patrick Biggins abruptly canceled all of the so-called “working group” meetings that had been happening behind closed doors, and in contrast, lawmakers like Rep. Tammy Nuccio, Rep. Anne Dauphinais, Rep. Tim Ackert, Rep. Lezlye Zupkus, and Senator Jeff Gordon just hosted an […]
The Truth Comes Out: FOIA Documents Reveal Draft Legislation Targeting Parents in Connecticut
Yesterday’s “working group” meeting, headed by State Representative Patrick Biggins (D-East Hartford, Manchester,) at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford was billed as a chance for Connecticut homeschool families to hear from the Department of Children and Families (DCF) regarding homeschooling. We were told the DCF Commissioner would be present to answer questions. Not only […]
Not About Homeschooling: Setting the Record Straight in Hartford
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_JDRsHp3Bs&t=4937shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sr5LuuUo5jU&t=1s On June 24th, 2025, The Breakthrough Show Network broadcasted a special live episode in response to a pivotal “working group” meeting held at the Connecticut Legislative Office Building in Hartford. Organized by Representative Patrick Biggins (House District 11), the meeting was designed to explore the possibility of introducing homeschool legislation in the upcoming session, […]
Choosing Unity Over Division
Why What We Stand For Matters More Than What We Stand Against In a world where division is loud and ever-present, I believe there is a quiet revolution waiting to happen… a revolution rooted in unity. We often find ourselves quick to declare what we’re against. It can feel natural to rally around shared frustration, […]
The Power Of Intentional Friendship
On Saturday, May 17th, 2025 at Dance Country in Gales Ferry, Connecticut, a beautiful event was hosted on my behalf by Lisa Mazzaro and team to celebrate the launch of my new children’s book, There Will Be Hugs. What an INCREDIBLE day it was! In addition to the book signing, delicious refreshments, seeing my 6th […]
Civics in Motion: Over 4000 Connecticut Homeschoolers Rally At The Capitol
Connecticut homeschoolers rally at the Capitol Building to oppose any new homeschool regulations.
From Amplify to Cynosure
Each year, as the calendar turns, I take the time to choose a word that will serve as my guiding light for the year ahead. As mentioned in my previous blogs, this tradition has become a meaningful way for me to set intentions and embrace the direction I wish to take in my personal and […]
From Time to Amplify
I want to briefly thank everyone who had a part in my journey over the last year. To those who joyfully put on their working boots to help us gather and piece together a new life for our family and are still here on the other side of it, trust me when I tell you I wont ever forget. Gratitude doesn’t seem a strong enough word for what I have for you. I love you beyond measure.
From Catalyst to Time
Today is January 1st, 2023. I made the decision a few days ago to wait until today to write my USUAL annual blog about my word of the year. I wanted to be sure of my decision. I highlight the word USUAL today because as I logged on to begin writing, I noticed something. Last […]
From Intentional to Influence
Here we are. It’s almost time again. It’s time to INFLUENCE. Today is Wednesday, December 30th, 2020. Tomorrow, we’ll be celebrating the last day of 2020! Let’s be frank. This year, more are celebrating than it’s over rather than celebrating what an amazing year it was. It has been difficult for me this year in […]