In this episode, Denise Mira interviews Lesley Russell, a seasoned homeschool Mama Bear of four and the founder of her branded Equip 2:10—a movement that is, in her words, “bringing God back onto the mountain of education and helping children walk in their identity in Jesus Christ, in the calling on their life that only they can fulfill."

Equip 2:10 is a discipleship-based hybrid model that merges homeschooling with the best of traditional schooling to “bring the Holy Spirit onto the mountain of education,” as Mrs. Russell declares.

Leslie shares powerful testimonies of student transformation and invites believers from all walks of life to join the education revolution by launching their very own Equip 2:10 campus to impact culture.

Keywords

homeschooling, education, discipleship, identity, calling, high school, college credits, Children's Educational Opportunity Act

Takeaways

Parents play a crucial role in their children's education and should be actively involved in their learning journey.

Homeschooling can provide a nurturing and supportive environment for students, leading to improved well-being and academic success.

Equip 210 focuses on discipleship and helping children discover their identity and calling in Christ.

The program offers opportunities for high schoolers to earn college credits and develop valuable skills.

The Children's Educational Opportunity Act in California aims to provide educational savings accounts for families, giving them more choice and control over their children's education.

Sound Bites

"We are in an education revolution."

"Parents, just know that you have options."

"This generation is the most anxious, depressed, suicidal generation in the history of our United States."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leslie Russell and Equip 210

03:16 The Revolution of Education and the Impact of COVID-19

08:44 The Journey of Homeschooling and the Birth of Equip 210

12:21 The Shift to Equip 210 and the Focus on Discipleship

14:36 Parental Involvement and the Importance of Creating a Kingdom Culture

17:29 Flexible Options for Parents and the Benefits of Homeschooling

22:03 Testimonies of Transformed Students and the Impact of Equip 210

27:07 Starting a School with Equip 210 and the Children's Educational Opportunity Act

33:40 The Hope and Future of Education Reform