How do I Keep My Homeschool Organized During the Holidays?

What do you really love about Christmas? Before the season sweeps you into its whirlwind, this is the question every homeschooling parent should pause to ask—especially when planning a holiday homeschool schedule. The holidays can easily pull us away from the peaceful family homeschool routine we value most. Instead of quiet evenings, Scripture readings, and time to reflect on the birth of Jesus, many of us find ourselves racing from event to event. But with a little holiday homeschool stress-free planning, we can reclaim what the season is truly about and create a rhythm that honors Christ and nurtures our children.

The truth is, the Christmas season has become rushed—almost frantic. When we should be turning our hearts toward the manger, we often get caught up in hustle, bustle, and long to-do lists that leave us weary and spiritually distracted. Yet God gently calls us to something different: “Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10, KJV). What does this stillness mean for our spiritual journey? And for our children’s? If the activities we fill our calendar with cause more strain than joy, it might be time to step back and evaluate what truly matters.

That’s why this article invites you to reflect on a set of key questions—questions that will help you strategically shape the holiday season you actually want, not the one that simply happens to you. As you read on, you’ll be encouraged to eliminate the activities that drain your time, energy, or focus, and instead choose the traditions that draw your family closer together. You’ll also be reminded to keep the Scriptures central, allowing God’s Word to anchor your heart in a season that can otherwise feel unsteady. After all, it was the angel who proclaimed, “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord” (Luke 2:11, KJV). This is the message worth centering everything else around.

One homeschooling mom shares how intentional planning transformed her December from chaotic to peaceful. By identifying what mattered, preparing early, and removing the unnecessary, she created margin for worship, family time, baking days, service projects, and rest. Her approach is simple—but incredibly practical—and you may find that it helps you shape a holiday rhythm that aligns with your family’s values too.

The season doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With thoughtful reflection and Christ-centered planning, you can build a holiday homeschool schedule that brings joy, simplicity, and spiritual depth to your home.

Holiday Organization FAQ

Getting Organized for the Holidays 

What began as a simple story in a manger that changed the entire world has now become a season of rush and hurry, hustle and bustle, and the focus is no longer on the humble beginnings of a King. In fact, I dare say my own spiritual life has actually suffered over the holidays in some past years because I always feel rushed and pressured.

Read the entire article from Malia Russel with The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine. 

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This introductory article has been written by Kristen Heider. She is the Director of Marketing for The Old Schoolhouse®. She shares more about her family’s homeschooling journey at A Mom’s Quest Teach.