The people teaching your kids

Ali Locke

Ali Locke is the founder of The Homeschool Hangar, a certified educator with 14 years of public school teaching experience, and a homeschooling mom of four since 2023. She combines her professional expertise and personal experience to help families confidently navigate homeschooling through quality resources, educational opportunities, and community support.

Becky

Becky brings a lifelong passion for working with children, athletes, and families through education, coaching, fitness, and ministry. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and Health Education and a Master’s degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration, and is a TotalFit-certified fitness instructor.

• Physical Education & Fitness
• Sports Performance

Danny & Vicki Blank

Danny and Vicki Blank are the owners and operators of 12 Seasons Farm, a diverse 20-acre farm serving fresh, healthy, and clean fruits and vegetables to area residents and restaurants throughout Southwest Florida. With more than 25 years of experience growing food in Southwest Florida’s hot, humid and subtropical climate.

• Organic Gardening in SWFL 101

Jeff Passantino

Jeff Passantino is a Certified Flight Instructor with a deep passion for aviation and a commitment to helping students become safe, confident pilots. Jeff’s goal is to make flight training both enjoyable and effective, providing students with the skills and confidence needed for success in aviation.

• Aviation

Kaleb

Kaleb is passionate about helping young people grow through fitness, sports, mentorship, and faith. As a former athlete, he understands firsthand how sports can teach discipline, teamwork, confidence, leadership, and valuable life skills that extend far beyond the gym.

• Physical Education & Fitness
• Sports Performance

Mark Hennessy

Executive Chef at Kearns Restaurant Group · Father of 4 and SWFL native! 15 years of kitchen experience varying from fast food to fine dining!

• The Flavor Lab: Farm to Table

Marni Eschman

Marni Eschman is a Florida-certified educator, fashion specialist, and founder of MarniStar Creative Studio with nearly 30 years of classroom teaching experience. Throughout her career, she has inspired thousands of students to discover their creativity while developing practical life skills that build confidence and independence. The Homeschool Hangar is thrilled to have Marni as an instructor!

• Sewing Studio II

Matt Locke

Matt has been building things since he was old enough to swing a hammer, and he’s excited to share those skills with the homeschool community. A licensed EMT who works in the pediatric emergency department, and a dad of four, Matt brings a steady hand, a watchful eye, and a whole lot of fun to every project.

• Woodworking - Beginner
• Woodworking - Intermediate

Maury Morejon

Maury Morejon is the owner of Armor Of Light Training Group LLC, a faith-driven training organization built on the motto “Prepared. Protected. Ready.” and committed to preparing individuals, families, and communities to respond confidently in real-world emergencies.

• Prepared & Protected: Firearms Safety & Emergency Preparedness
• Prepared & Protected: Graduate Range Day
• ACS Stop the Bleed®: Be Prepared to Save a Life
• American Heart Association Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Course

Mrs. Jennifer

She is a wife and mother of five children. After 21 years in education and the privilege of teaching in both public and private school settings from Pre-k to 3rd grade, she is currently homeschooling her last two in school teens! She is also Montessori trained and certified, and she believes children learn best when they feel encouraged, understood, and able to grow at their own pace.

• Write It!
• Learn To Read: Building Strong Foundations - Cape Coral Session

Ms. Classic

As an artist, she believes that creativity is one of the most powerful tools for self-expression, healing, and connection. She has always been deeply passionate about the process of making art—not just the final product, but the journey of discovery, experimentation, and storytelling that happens along the way.

• From Imagination to Creation - Fort Myers Session

Sarah Charles

Sarah Charles grew up in the Midwest and has been fascinated with dolphins and whales since childhood. Her passion for marine life led her to study manatees at the Cincinnati Zoo in college and aquarium internships and employment. Her experiences in all things marine have included participating in dolphin identification, tracking nesting sea turtles, and working as an environmental educator.

• Marine Biology: Snails to Whales: Marine Life Minis
• Marine Biology: Snails to Whales: Marine Life Explorers

Carey Locke

Carey is a retired nurse with 30 years of experience and a heart for helping others. She brings patience, compassion, and understanding to her classes, creating a welcoming environment where every child feels valued and encouraged to learn through hands-on experiences. Carey treasures her family, faith, and community and loves helping children discover their unique gifts and abilities.

Casey Byrus

Born and raised in SWFL, Casey Byrus is a homeschool parent, business owner, business strategist, public speaker, and youth baseball coach with a passion for helping young people build confidence through real-world experiences. Through her work with businesses across the country, Casey has helped brands grow through marketing, strategy, and operational leadership.

Cristian Duran

Take your aviation journey beyond the classroom with personalized flight and ground instruction from certified flight instructor Cristian Duran. Whether your student dreams of becoming a pilot, wants to gain real-world aviation experience, or is preparing for future flight training, these one-on-one sessions provide individualized instruction tailored to their goals and experience level.

Danny Camis

Danny Camis is a Master Plumber and the proud owner of a thriving, community-focused plumbing business for the past 10 years. Built on a foundation of hard work and integrity, Danny has earned a reputation for precision troubleshooting and honest service. When he is not solving complex plumbing issues, Danny is a dedicated husband with a blended family of six children.