Are you homeschool curious or ready to make a big life change? Meet Morgan Bergstrom, a mom of four who left her corporate job to homeschool and created
BaseCampEd to connect families. In this episode, she shares her real, no-filter journey from working mom to homeschool life.
Homeschool Curious: Morgan Bergstrom’s Journey from Corporate to Homeschooling
Welcome to Episode 567 of
Vintage Homeschool Moms, hosted by Felice Gerwitz. In this episode, Felice interviews Morgan Bergstrom, a mom of four who transitioned from a corporate career to homeschooling her children and founded
BasecampEd, a platform connecting homeschooling families. Morgan shares her inspiring journey, offering insights for homeschool curious parents considering this path. Find the full show notes at vintagehomeschoolmoms.com.
Meet Morgan Bergstrom: A Homeschool Curious Mom
Morgan Bergstrom, a Southern California native, is a mother to three young boys (ages 2, 3, and 5) and expecting her fourth. Married to a former Marine now working with the State Department, Morgan’s family moves every two to three years. Previously a corporate recruiter, she worked remotely for a supportive company but experienced burnout juggling work and motherhood. This led her to explore homeschooling and ultimately create Basecamp Ed, a community-building app for homeschool families.
Morgan’s podcast,
Homeschool Curious, part of the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network, dives into her early homeschooling adventures. As a new homeschooler, she interviews parents, educators, and business owners to provide inspiration for homeschool curious moms balancing work and family life.
From Corporate Burnout to Homeschooling
Morgan’s decision to homeschool stemmed from multiple factors, primarily the frequent relocations her family faced. Moving every few years posed challenges for her children, who would otherwise be the “new kids” in school. She shares, “I don’t want my boys to be the new kids every two years... If we’re going to make them move, at least they’re home with me and their brothers.”
Her corporate job, while flexible, left her exhausted. As a working mom, she rushed to daycare drop-offs and struggled with limited family time. Pregnant with her third child, Morgan realized much of her income went to childcare costs. This prompted a conversation with her husband, who was supportive but hesitant to ask her to leave her career. Together, they researched homeschooling, exploring its benefits and feasibility for their family.
Morgan’s parents also played a pivotal role. Initially unsure of their reaction, she was encouraged when her father shared a story about a family friend who formed a successful homeschool co-op in rural Maui during COVID. This example of community-driven homeschooling inspired Morgan to pursue a similar model, balancing work and education.
Introducing BasecampEd: Building Homeschool Communities
Morgan’s vision for
BasecampEd emerged from her desire to connect with like-minded homeschool parents. She describes it as “a Zillow and a dating app put together” for homeschooling families. The free app allows parents to create profiles, enter their zip code, and find nearby homeschool families and resources. Launched in February 2025, Basecamp Ed has attracted 4,000 families, with strong traction in homeschool-friendly states like Florida.
A new feature supports homeschool-friendly businesses, enabling parents who run side ventures to promote their products or services. Businesses offer discounts, such as 20% off for Basecamp Ed users, making the app a hub for both community and educatio...
