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Rolling right into homeschool adventures! ?? Recently, VELA Founder Life Rediscovered donated space for the Local Homeschool Expo in Westborough, MA, which brought nearly 20 education entrepreneurs and hundreds of attendees together. Families got to discover and sign up for an incredible mix of classes, micro-pods, co-ops, activities and so much more! ?? All vendors also got free headshots, courtesy of Life Rediscovered!

Sharing some #MotivationMonday inspiration from VELA Founder, Blair Lee of SEA Homeschoolers. "In order to build a community, write curriculum, create a business, whatever you do, you will need tenacity, and you will need perseverance. You will need to put yourself out there again and again, being willing to fail and not give up." ??

The market is READY. Founders, you’ve got next! ??

We believe families should be in the driver's seat of their children's education. ?? And we love seeing events across the country that allow them to explore creative learning opportunities, including the Alt Ed Austin Festival of Learning. VELA was proud to sponsor this community event that showcased so many innovative schools and programs serving learners of all ages! ??

Teamwork makes the dream work! ?? The Innovative Educators of the DMV area (IE-DMV) recently held their first-ever school fair at Chance Academy to showcase non-traditional educational programs. Families in the area got to discover the many creative programs that the region has to offer!

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the incredible women in the VELA community who are transforming education. From launching innovative learning environments to empowering families with new opportunities, these leaders are redefining what’s possible. Their dedication, creativity, and passion are shaping the future of education and inspiring change. Join us in honoring their impact today and every day! ?? #IWD #EducationInnovation #WomenLeadingChange

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Hey, Austin! Don't forget, our Founder Meetup is this Wednesday, March 5 from 5-7 p.m.! This event is open to VELA founders and other founders who are interested in joining/learning more about the VELA Founder Network. Enjoy adult beverages, appetizers, and lively conversation with your fellow education entrepreneurs! RSVP here: https://bit.ly/3FdWjE1

?? It’s baaaaaack! Save the date for VELA Con 2025! July 31 through August 2, the premier conference for the boldest changemakers and thought leaders in education, returns to Washington, D.C.! Network with founders from across the country, soak up game-changing knowledge, and get inspired by the millions of people choosing to own their education. ?? ??? More exciting details to come – for now, please save the date!

What a weekend for families exploring out-of-system education in Wichita, Kansas! ?? The Wichita Innovative Schools and Education (WISE) Expo is a yearly opportunity for families in Wichita to explore microschools, hybrid programs, and other innovative learning options all in one place. The event, which was hosted at Learning Lab Wichita, included so many amazing VELA Founders who are reimagining education to better serve families and learners!