About Us
Who is Behind Homeschool Data Bank?
Homeschool Data Bank was created by homeschoolers for homeschoolers.
Specifically, Homeschool Data Bank was developed by Jeff Schaefer and Krista Goodman while working closely with a group of more than 30 homeschooling families in southern California.
Jeff and Krista were both homeschooled before proceeding to earn degrees from California State University, and the University of Southern California.
Jeff Schaefer
Jeff Schaefer is a technology professional with more than 25 years of enterprise system design, development, and consulting experience. Jeff has earned a variety of industry certifications from Microsoft, Google, and Amazon Web Services (AWS). During his consulting career, Jeff worked extensively in the roles of system architect, lead developer, technical trainer and project manager. Clients and employers include Wells Fargo Bank, AT&T and the United States Department of the Interior. His last full-time employment position was senior applications architect for the RAND Corporation. Jeff left the RAND Corporation in early 2010 to focus full-time on the development of Smart Access IT, Inc.
Homeschool Data Bank began when Jeff was approached by a local homeschool support group who wanted assistance with academic record management. With the prior experience of moving from homeschool and into the California State University system, Jeff immediately recognized the value well-organized academic records would provide for homeschooled students.
Krista Goodman
Krista is a graduate from the University of Southern California Annenberg School for Communication & Journalism with a Master of Arts in Strategic Public Relations. Since 2008, she has worked on projects with a wide range of organizations in the sports, education, legal and non-profit sectors, helping them develop their brands, develop an online and/or offline presence on relevant channels of the media mix and make meaningful connections with their audiences. Krista is a communications strategist with an absolute love and passion for helping individuals and organizations tell their stories. Her background brings together strengths in communications planning, digital marketing, brand development, content creation, print design, front-end website design and graphic design.
Krista holds a professional achievement award in Digital Marketing from the University of California, Riverside Extension; a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism & Media from California Baptist University; and an Associate’s degree in Web Design & Interactive Media from The Art Institute of California, Orange County.
Empowering Homeschooling Families to Thrive
At Homeschool Data Bank, our mission is simple: To empower homeschooling families by providing a streamlined, easy-to-use platform that simplifies record-keeping and supports academic success. We understand the challenges homeschoolers face, from navigating compliance laws to organizing lessons and tracking progress. Our goal is to remove the burden of paperwork so you can focus on what truly matters—educating your children and watching them thrive.
Our Mission
We recognize homeschooling is be about freedom, flexibility, and family. That's why our vision is centered on making education management as seamless as possible for every homeschool family. Homeschool Data Bank is dedicated to providing reliable tools and support to ensure that families are not just compliant with state regulations but also able to nurture their children’s unique learning journeys without unnecessary stress, setting them up for success in their future academic and professional pursuits.
The Story Behind Homeschool Data Bank
Homeschool Data Bank was founded by homeschooling parents who experienced firsthand the frustrations of managing records, meeting legal requirements, and staying organized. We understand the balancing act that homeschooling requires—because we've been there ourselves.
Our founders recognized that what was missing was a tool specifically designed to meet the needs of homeschooling families—something flexible, affordable, and easy to use. With a passion for education and a deep commitment to supporting homeschooling families, they set out to build the solution they wish they had when they started.
Today, Homeschool Data Bank is proud to be a mission-driven education tech company that serves homeschooling families across the country, helping them streamline their record-keeping and stay compliant without the headaches.
Our Journey: From Idea to Impact
What started as a small project to help a few families quickly grew into a full-fledged platform used by thousands of homeschooling parents across the country. Here’s a glimpse into our journey:
- 2019: Homeschool Data Bank is founded by a group of homeschool parents frustrated with existing tools for record-keeping.
- 2020: Launched the first version of our platform, offering core features like attendance tracking and grade reporting.
- 2021: Expanded features to include customizable transcripts, portfolio management, and compliance checklists, helping families meet state-specific requirements.
- 2022: Introduced support for homeschool groups and co-ops, providing group management tools for administrators.
- 2023: Grew our community involvement by partnering with local homeschooling networks and launching initiatives to provide free resources to underserved families.
- 2024: Expanded set of core features to include tracking of student progress towards graduation.
- Today: Homeschool Data Bank continues to innovate, guided by feedback from our users and driven by our passion for making homeschooling simpler and more efficient.
Our Commitment to the Homeschool Community
We’re more than just a platform—we’re a community. From the beginning, Homeschool Data Bank has been dedicated to contributing to the growth and success of homeschooling families everywhere. We actively engage with local and national homeschooling networks, providing support, resources, and tools that make homeschooling accessible to everyone.
Through partnerships with homeschool support and advocacy groups, and educational organizations, we strive to ensure that homeschooling families have access to the best resources available. We are proud of our ongoing initiatives to offer free access to our tools for families in need, and we are continually working to expand our support network to help even more parents on their homeschooling journey.
Join Our Community
We invite you to become part of the Homeschool Data Bank family. Whether you’re looking for a platform that simplifies record-keeping or seeking a supportive community of like-minded homeschoolers, you’ll find it here. Follow us on social media to stay updated on the latest tips, resources, and news from the homeschooling world, and connect with families just like yours who are navigating the same challenges and joys.
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