Hello! I'm Ms. Bee, the owner and founder of Ms. Bee's Homeschool!

In California, I worked as a behavior therapist, advocate, and academic tutor for children with autism and other disabilities. With 19 years of experience, I specialize in building strong relationships to help children reduce anxiety, build confidence, and form lasting connections. I also focus on academic modifications, creating personalized programs that highlight a child’s strengths while addressing areas of growth.

Since relocating in 2021, God has guided me to teach classes that embrace and support every child. He has led me to His word, reminding me that no matter a child’s challenges, His love and strength will equip them to fulfill His will and purposes for their lives. Love never fails!

I have experience teaching Bible studies, MPact Girls, and Sunday school, and I homeschool my four children, ages 4, 9, 13, and 15. This is our 11th year of homeschooling. My heart has grown for missionaries, and I believe that God has a special plan for each of us to be used for His glory. As a family, we’ve been studying God’s word and learning about missionaries as part of our homeschool journey.

During the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years, I taught at Independent Learning Academy, and for the 2023-2024 school year, I’m teaching at Ethos Academy.

I’m also actively involved at Calvary Chapel Treasure Valley, where I serve as a leader for the youth ministry (junior high and high school), as well as in Children’s Ministry and the Special Needs Ministry.

In my free time, I enjoy reading, baking, gardening, and spending time outdoors!

I look forward to meeting all the students that God brings to my classes and getting to know each of you.

Classes: Ancient History/Cultures, Science Land Animals, Literature, Finance, Government/Constitution, Friendship, Bible, History Timeline, Math Facts/Concepts, Phonics and Spelling, Grammar/ Writing, Poetry and Art.

Hello! I am Oneida Cornwell. Growing up, I always wanted to become a teacher. I attended the University of Albania, the Faculty of Foreign Languages, and the Major German Language. In August 2020, the Lord called me to attend Calvary Chapel Bible College in  Murrieta, CA. In  2021, I married my husband Tim, and we have four beautiful children. 

Nick 21. Noél 18, Kelly 16, Ryan 12. We have been homeschooling our children for 17 years. Working with children is my calling. I've had the privilege of serving in Sunday School for almost 30 years.  My desire for every child is to know Christ as their Lord and Savior. Deuteronomy 6: 6 -7 has always been a reminder of how important teaching and discussing God's Word is with children in all aspects of life. 

I love baking, gardening,  sewing,  playing tennis, walking, running anything outdoors.

I am looking forward to getting to know your kids and building relationships. Can't wait to see what the Lord is going to do.

God bless you and your families! 

Classes: Homework Help, Chemistry Lab, Geography, Photography. 

Hi my name is Sue Thometz. I graduated with a degree in Home Economics Education and Science from Purdue University. I received my master’s degree in education with a principal endorsement from Idaho State University. I taught Home Economics, restaurant management, and catering arts at Wilson High School in So. California and Life, Earth, and Physical Science and Home Economics here in Idaho at Declo Middle School. I owned and operated a successful custom catering business called Ambrosia Catering in So. California before moving to Idaho in 1993.

I am a widow and had three children, my son Patrick is deceased. God has blessed me with six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. I live with my son Steve and his wife and the youngest grandkids, Jameson 7 and Myles 5. I am very active at my church, Calvary Chapel Treasure Valley heading up the food ministry, teaching Bible study, and leading a ministry called Blessing Blankets where we make fleece blankets for people who are struggling with illness and need to feel love, hope and encouragement. I also am active in a women’s group, Soroptimist of Treasure Valley where the emphasis is to empower women and girls to improve their life circumstances through education.

Classes: Sewing



Hello! I’m Lacey Zachman.

I have been working in education for the past ten years, primarily in early childhood education, where I have served as both a preschool director and a Kindergarten teacher. I hold an associate's degree in Christian Education from Boise Bible College and a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Grand Canyon University.

Teaching is my passion, and I have had the privilege of teaching Pre-K and Kindergarten for ten years. I love creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment where young minds can grow.

Beyond the classroom, I enjoy golfing and traveling the world with my family. I have been happily married to my husband, Justin, for 14 years, and we are blessed with three wonderful children: Landen (9), Tucker (7), and Juniper (2). I also serve in my church with children, youth, and women’s ministry which is also a big passion of mine. 

I am so excited to be apart of the school year and look forward to getting to know all of you. May God bless you and your families!

Hi, I'm Noel Cornwell! I’m 18 years old and a high school graduate. I love cooking, baking, reading, and drawing, and I enjoy sharing these hobbies with others. I also help out in the children's ministry at my church, where I get to spend time with kids and have fun! I'm excited to be here with all of you!

Classes: Kinder Penmanship Reading and Math

Hi Parents! My name is Kelly Cornwell. I'm 17 years old and a senior in high school. I love working with kids, and I volunteer in the children's ministry at CCTV. I love to read and bake. I'm so excited to be working with your kids this year! I am looking forward to building friendships with them! 

Classes: Kinder Penmanship Reading and Math

Hi! I’m Kristin Bagshaw and a new teacher at Ms. Bee’s Homeschool. I hold an MA in Education from Hope University and an MS in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Health and Fitness from California State University, Fullerton. I have been teaching Health/Lifetime Wellness at the collegiate level since Fall 2022. My passion includes physical activity plans and assisting others with nutritional and dietary needs. For me personally, I have a family history of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, obesity, and hypertension (plus losing my mom over 20 years ago from all these comorbidities). Since then, God put on my heart and provided the tools to start combatting all thosefactors and focusing on prevention, in addition to spreading awareness of the importance of good health. I believe in a God-centered focus to teach health to bring about a meaningful impact in students' lives, along with using education and practical applications of small lifestyle choices to positively impact our overall well-being. God has also called my husband and I to homeschool our daughter, which we began in 2021. During that time, we have all grown closer to the Lord and now serve on the Homeschool Ministry team at Calvary Chapel, Star. In my spare time, I enjoy baking, gardening, camping, spending time outdoors in nature and being active with family and friends.

Classes: Health

Hello! I'm Ms. Elizabeth. Over the past 20 years my career has been within staffing and recruiting, and most recently as a career strategy coach. I love to encourage others to lean into their God given gifts, passions and find their path in life. In 2020, I became a homeschool parent and teacher while maintaining my career. Stepping into this new role, I found my passion and an experience that I will always treasure, the ability to lean in and encourage our child to lean into his God given gifts and also learn new things alongside him. One thing we have discovered, is our joy of cooking and baking together. 

Growing up, both of my parents worked and I was a “latch-key kid”. My brother and I were both responsible for getting dinner ready for when our parents got home. We learned at a young age, how to prepare meals. As we got older, we learned during family gatherings like Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas about preparing meals for a large crowd and working as a family to break bread together. These traditions I have wanted to pass along to my own children and with homeschooling, it has given me the ability to share these experiences with our co-op families and homeschool communities as well. I now have been teaching these skills for the past 3 years! I love to see the students blossom, feel a sense of pride in the meals they create and the joy they feel in being able to serve others. 

I was born and raised in Roseville, CA. I moved to Portland, OR at 18, married the of my life in my late 20s and had 2 amazing sons Mason who is 23 and Colin who is 13. We moved to Boise in 2020 and moved to Kuna in 2023. We have 3 dogs and 2 cats, and care for my Uncle, who lives with us. We attend Redeemer Church in Eagle, ID and serve regularly in the kid's ministry as well as on the cares ministry and a part of the greeting team. We also immerse ourselves in homeschool groups and co-ops to build community and come alongside others to create as many opportunities as possible to allow kiddos to flourish.

In my free time, I love to read, cook/bake and spend time with family. We love to travel, to hike or visiting local and national parks.

I am looking forward to meeting and encouraging your children through cooking and baking.

Classes: Culinary Arts

My name is Dove Vagatai. I share my life with my wonderful husband and our six amazing children, whom I have the joy of homeschooling. I love Jesus and Art! As an artist I have had the privilege to showcase my work in numerous venues as well as teach art to a variety of audiences.  When I'm not creating art, you'll find me getting messy in nature, in the kitchen, or looking for my next adventure.

Classes: Online Art Class