Brooke started this co-op with a desire to create meaningful learning experiences and friendships for her own children and it has grown into a thriving community for local homeschooling families. Brooke is passionate about education that blends hands-on learning, creativity, outdoor play, and real-life experiences in a way that supports both kids and parents. With a background as an attorney and business owner, she loves organizing programs and opportunities that bring families together and make homeschooling feel connected and supported.

Monica is a passionate educator, homeschooling mom, and founder of Homeschool STEAM, where she creates hands-on learning experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving. With more than 20 years of teaching experience, a background in bilingual education, and degrees in Education and English, Monica loves helping children explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through engaging, project-based learning. Her classes encourage kids to tinker, build, create, and think outside the box while making learning fun and meaningful for all ages and learning styles.

Nicole brings over 12 years of teaching experience and a true passion for helping children grow in confidence and learning. With a Master of Education in Reading and Literacy, along with endorsements in Gifted, ESOL, and Reading, she creates a supportive and engaging environment where students feel encouraged to learn and thrive. Nicole loves making learning fun through hands-on activities, literacy support, and individualized encouragement, and she is excited to support both students and parents throughout their educational journey.

With a background in Montessori education and years of experience teaching art to children from preschool through middle school, Kashmira brings creativity, patience, and hands-on fun to every class. She has developed art curriculum for homeschool groups and Montessori programs across the Sarasota area, blending painting, crafts, sensory projects, and creative exploration into engaging experiences for kids of all ages. Kashmira especially loves helping children express themselves through art while building confidence, imagination, and community.

Tim and Leah lead our "Little Homesteaders" program at their peaceful family farm centered around creativity, hands-on learning, and meaningful connection. Tim has a background in illustration and fine arts and Leah is a self-taught clothing designer with a passion for creating and teaching through real-life experiences. As homeschooling parents, they have built a welcoming space where children can explore life skills, gardening, art, nature, outdoor play, and homesteading in a way that feels joyful, grounded, and memorable for the whole family.