I’m talking about something that’s honestly a little counter-cultural in homeschool circles this time of year: I’m not doing Christmas school this year. And I say that as someone who genuinely loves Christmas school. I love the cozy read-alouds, the unit studies, the fun extras—truly. But this December, I can feel the burnout creeping in, and I’m choosing to protect our peace instead of pushing through just because it’s a popular tradition. In this video, I share my personal reasoning and what I’m prioritizing instead. Sometimes the most faithful, wise homeschool decision is to simplify—especially when the calendar is already full and mom is running on fumes. If you’re doing Christmas school and it’s life-giving for your family, I’m cheering you on. But if the thought of adding “one more thing” makes you want to cry, I want you to hear me say: you don’t have to. It’s okay to adjust your December plans, take a breather, and do what actually serves your family in this season.