Blazing Star was founded on a simple but radical belief: children thrive when they are trusted. As conversations around alternative education continue to grow, we’re honored to have our work featured in regional media and public forums exploring what school can become.

As a microschool rooted in curiosity, creativity, and autonomy, we’re honored to see this work gaining broader attention.

We’re grateful for opportunities to share this work and to contribute to a broader conversation about trusting young people, and reimagining education.

For media inquiries, speaking engagements, professional development facilitation, or collaboration requests, please contact blazingstarschool@gmail.com

Live Interview * WGN Radio

Claire joined WGN Radio to discuss child-led learning, the philosophy behind Blazing Star, and why more families are exploring alternatives to conventional schooling.

Listen to interview clip.

Podcast Interview * Out of Line

In this conversation with SDE advocate Annie Friday, Claire and Jenn talk about self-directed learning, and building trusting relationship with kids. Claire shares the origin story of Blazing Star, and Jenn talks youth mental health. Listen here! You can also hear it on Spotify or Apple podcasts.

❋ Front Page Feature * Chicago Tribune

Blazing Star was featured in a front-page story highlighting the rise of microschools, homeschooling, and alternative education models. The article explores why more families than ever, including communities not traditionally associated with homeschooling, are choosing a different model of education for their children.

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