Capitol Day 2026 Recap: Homeschool Families Show Up at the Oregon Capitol

Описание: In this episode, we recap Capitol Day 2026 and share what happened when around 300 homeschoolers gathered at the Oregon Capitol to engage with legislators and stand for homeschool freedom.



We walk through the highlights of the day, the conversations that took place with lawmakers, and why showing up in person makes a measurable difference. We also discuss the materials distributed, the questions legislators are asking about homeschooling in Oregon, and how families can remain engaged beyond a single event.



Capitol Day is more than a field trip. It is a practical civics lesson. When families engage respectfully and confidently, it strengthens both our homeschool community and our ability to protect educational freedom in Oregon.


IN THIS EPISODE

What Capitol Day looked like on the ground
Why in-person legislative engagement matters
The impact of homeschool families showing up at the Capitol
Updated homeschool statistics shared with lawmakers
How families can continue advocating beyond one event
What’s coming next, including Apple Pie Day



CHAPTERS

00:00 Capitol Day Overview
01:53 Highlights and Takeaways
07:24 Conversations with Lawmakers
10:27 Resources and Next Steps for Homeschool Freedom
14:08 Future Events and Continued Engagement



Mentioned in This Episode

→ NEW Homeschool Research Booklet:  https://oceanetwork.org/research-book...
→ Capitol Field Trip Printable Pack: https://oceanetwork.org/oregon-capito...

→ Homeschool Freedom Challenge: https://oceanetwork.org/hfchallenge/

→ Help with Apple Pie Day: https://oceanetwork.org/volunteer/

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