I want my 3 kids to learn in an environment that's right for them. We've done a mix that includes homeschooling, public, and private schools.

• When my first child started kindergarten, I homeschooled her through a virtual charter school. • Now I've tailored my kids' education using homeschooling, public, and private school options. • Personalized paths have boosted my children's engagement and nurtured their individual talents.

When I first became a mom 10 years ago, I was the quintessential "crunchy" mama. Parenting approaches like co-sleeping and continued breastfeeding were part of my identity. I praised effort instead of results and consciously provided my children opportunities that emphasized exploration.

I believed these core values would foster the genius minds I dreamed of. I imagined my kids learning experientially through art and travel. I studied the Waldorf and Montessori education models and threw myself int