Who Are Paul & Gena Suarez?

Paul and Gena Suarez, publishers of The Old Schoolhouse? for almost a quarter-century have played a significant role in shaping the homeschooling movement through their innovative contributions and unwavering support for homeschooling families. Their work extends beyond publishing and online education, embodying a deep commitment to fostering communities and providing resources tailored to the unique needs of homeschoolers.

Key Contributions to the Homeschooling Movement:

1. The Old Schoolhouse? Magazine: Since its inception in 2001, this magazine has become an indispensable resource for homeschooling families, offering a rich blend of educational content, curriculum reviews, and Christian-based encouragement. Under Paul and Gena's leadership, the magazine has flourished, providing practical advice and support to parents dedicated to educating their children at home.
2. SchoolhouseTeachers.com: Recognizing a gap in the availability of comprehensive and affordable online homeschooling resources, the Suarezes launched SchoolhouseTeachers.com. This platform offers a vast array of courses for all grade levels, making quality education accessible and flexible for homeschooling families around the globe.
3. HSB: In the early 2000s, Paul and Gena founded the first homeschool-specific social media platform, HomeschoolBlogger.com, which quickly grew to over 20,000 members. This platform provided a space for homeschooling parents to connect, share experiences, and offer support to one another, enhancing the sense of community within the homeschooling world.
4. Advocacy and Support: Beyond their publishing and online platforms, Gena and Paul have been staunch advocates for homeschooling, working tirelessly to promote homeschooling rights and the benefits of home education. Their efforts have contributed significantly to the broader acceptance and understanding of homeschooling as a viable educational choice.
5. The Schoolhouse Network and The Pastor Plan Initiative (PPI): In their most recent endeavors, Gena and Paul have launched The Schoolhouse Network and subsequently are in the midst of creating The Pastor Plan Initiative, a non-profit organization aimed at assisting pastors and churches in establishing homeschool communities within church facilities. This initiative partners with other like-minded entities to provide turn-key operations for creating "Schoolhouses" or networked homeschool co-ops. The PPI, in collaboration with The Old Schoolhouse?, SchoolhouseTeachers.com, and The Schoolhouse Network, focuses on educating Christian families on how to homeschool in community with other believers under their church umbrella. It also assists pastors and church leaders in setting up these communities, facilitating outreach and support within their local areas.

Through their comprehensive and multifaceted approach, Paul and Gena Suarez have worked hard to enrich the homeschooling movement. Their dedication to creating resources, building communities, educating church leaders and advocating for homeschooling has not only supported countless families in their educational journeys but has also laid the groundwork for future generations to thrive in home education. They can be reached at [email protected].