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BLACK FAMILY HOMESCHOOL
EDUCATORS & SCHOLARS, LLC

Empowering Homeschooling Families Through Knowledge and Community
A Portal to Homeschool Research, Community & Practice

Our Mission

Black Family Homeschool Educators and Scholars (BFHES) is dedicated to fostering a thriving community for Black homeschooling families by bridging the gap between scholarly research and practical application. Through our innovative teach-ins, publications, and virtual platforms, we empower families with culturally relevant resources, support, and knowledge. Our mission is to create an affirming space where educators, researchers, and homeschooling parents can connect, share insights, and enhance the educational experiences of Black children. We are committed to expanding the literature on Black homeschooling and providing opportunities for professional development, community engagement, and academic excellence.

"...I am recommending the teach-in to others..."

Our Annual Teach-In

Since 2020, Black Family Homeschool Educators and Scholars, LLC (BFHES), led by Dr. Khadijah Z. Ali-Coleman, has presented the annual BFHES Virtual Teach-In, bringing together over 800 Black homeschooling families from around the country. Our teach-in provides homeschooling families with resources, support, and inspiration to begin or deepen their homeschool journey. 

This year, Dr. Ali-Coleman welcomes parents to our annual teach-in which features informative opportunities to learn from expert homeschooling parents in various areas on subjects including:
 
  • Homeschooling on a College Pathway
  • Making Math Relevant
  • Teaching Practical Skills Through Nature
  • Teaching African American Art
  • Teaching History and Culture
  • Homeschooling As a Single Parent
  • Using AI Within Your Homeschooling Practice
and more!

Also, we will offer participants to purchase a heavily discounted copy of our forthcoming book, Homeschooling Black Children on a College Pathway, featuring chapters by Jason Esters, Tracie Yorke, Natalie Minor Mack, Chanita Williams, and Kendra Price, edited by Dr. Ali-Coleman.

Guest speakers include Queen Taese of Liberated Minds, Akil Parker of All This Math, Jade Weatherington of Teacher Jade, Nichelle Nelson of Warp & Weft, Amber O'Neal of Heritage Mom, authors from our forthcoming book, and more!

Testimonials About the BFHES Virtual Teach-In

"Loved the music playlist, I felt such a sense of community and support that's so valuable, no judgement and people seemed to attend all of the workshops etc. Loved the coffee talks that we could view at any time."

2022 BFHES Virtual Teach-In Participant

Homeschooling parent from Pennsylvania

"Do not change a thing. This year was fantastic!"

2022 BFHES Virtual Teach-In Participant

Homeschooling parent from Wisconsin

"The sense of community and being in a safe space. I appreciate the enthusiasm and joy Dr. Khadijah displayed when speaking with guests and how encouraging she was for all of us."

2022 BFHES Virtual Teach-In Participant

Homeschooling parent from Georgia

"All of it was good and helpful. I liked the variety of sessions."

2022 BFHES Virtual Teach-In Participant

Homeschooling parent from West Virginia

"I enjoyed the chat and connecting with other black homeschoolers. I gained an online teaching job and some podcast contacts from these connections. I also enjoy seeing what others are doing within the black homeschool community."

2021 BFHES Virtual Teach-In Participant

Homeschooling parent from Texas

"...I am recommending the teach-in to others because more Black families are interested. Some feel forced to homeschool under COVID-19 and inconsistent school policies. BFHES showcases homeschooling, as a natural part of family values and growth."

2021 BFHES Virtual Teach-In Participant

Homeschooling parent from Washington, D.C.

"I loved the music playlist - it was amazing. I like the group chat categories, and I enjoyed all the coffee talk presentations!"

2021 BFHES Virtual Teach-In Participant

Homeschooling parent from Wisconsin

BFHES Virtual Teach-In

The Black Family Homeschool Educators and Scholars (BFHES) teach-in connects Black home educators virtually to build, share information and discuss ways to positively impact our children's learning journey.

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Bring us to your conference, library, resource fair, etc. to talk about homeschooling in the Black community. Click below to contact us. Serious inquiries only! 

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Coming in 2025

 

HOMESCHOOLING BLACK CHILDREN IN US: Theory, Practice & Popular Culture

Homeschooling Black Children in the US: Theory, Practice and Popular Culture honestly presents how systemic racism and other factors influence the decision of Black families to homeschool. In addition, the book chapters illustrate in different ways how self-determination manifests within the homeschooling practice. Researchers Khadijah Ali-Coleman and Cheryl Fields-Smith have edited a compilation of work that explores the varied experiences of parents homeschooling Black children before, during and after COVID-19. From veteran homeschooling parents sharing their practice to researchers reporting their data collected pre-COVID, this anthology of work presents an overview that gives substantive insight into what the practice of homeschooling looks like for many Black families in the United States.

 

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