Our instructors
The people teaching your kids
Who teaches each class at The Homeschool Hangar, and what they bring to it.
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Ali Locke
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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
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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.
- Teen Business Builders: Marketing & Entrepreneurship
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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.
- Flight Instruction
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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 - September Session
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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.
- Plumbing
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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
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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 - Session 1 (Afternoon)
- Sports Performance - Session 2 (Late Afternoon)
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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: Global Food Science
- The Flavor Lab: Global Baking
- The Flavor Lab: Farm to Table
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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 I
- Interior Design & Fashion Design Studio - Cape Coral Session
- Fashion Design Studio I - Naples Session
- Sewing Studio II
- Fashion Design Studio II - Naples Session
- Home Decor Studio
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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.
- Beginner Woodworking - Junior Woodwrights
- Beginner Woodworking - Woodwrights Guild + Master
- Medical Skills Academy - Naples Session
- Intermediate Woodworking
- Beginner Woodworking - Naples, Junior Woodwrights (Ages 7-12)
- Wood Whittling - October Session
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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
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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
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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
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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.
- Snails to Whales: Marine Life Minis
- Snails to Whales: Marine Life Explorers