Our Team ,Our Family
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Vince and Charlotte
New Westminster BC
Vince and Charlotte have dedicated their lives to a unique dual mission: equipping families globally while serving the vulnerable locally in New Westminster, BC.
Together with their three children, they are committed to a ministry of "Word and Deed," believing that the Gospel must be both taught and demonstrated.
They write, “[Our] desire is to see the Gospel lived out in the everyday. We are called daily to live holy lives, daily to share the Gospel, and daily to serve others in love. We aren’t just called to these things when it is convenient; we are called to live this way every moment. In response to this calling, we have dedicated ourselves full-time to equipping the saints and serving as the hands and feet of Jesus to the vulnerable in our local community.”
Vince and Charlotte have spent years developing homeschooling curriculum for Preschool through Grade 2 in order to build up and equip the saints. They plan to continue to offer homeschooling curricula up to grade 6, along with free family Bible studies, and a full Bible Curriculum.
God has also filled their hearts with a burden for the hidden needs within their own city—families facing isolation, food insecurity, financial hardship-and ultemately to serve the lost. Sensing the Lord’s leading, the family committed to a "boots-on-the-ground" approach in New Westminster. Whether delivering essential hampers to struggling households, conducting wellness checks for the isolated, or teaching families how to build a biblical worldview, they have been amazed to see God’s hand at work.
Charlotte
Hello! I’m Charlotte. My story starts in a small town in Northern BC, where I was a homeschool kid with the mountains as my backyard.
At 18, with big dreams, I packed up my truck and moved to the big city (Vancoucer) to study education. After four years of study to become an elemenrary teacher, my heart was pulled in a new direction when my daughter was born. Choosing to leave my university path to become a full-time stay-at-home mom was one of the best and most 'controversial' decisions of my life. The moment I held her, I knew my true calling was at home. I decided to pour everything I had learned about education into my own children, and from that love, Habitat Schoolhouse was born.
I am so blessed that my work and my life are woven together. I get to garden, care for our animals, read books, and teach my kids, all while sharing my passion by creating resources for families like yours.
My role at Habitat Schoolhouse is hard to define, the title CEO doesn’t do it justice. I wear many hats but the majority of my time (and heart) is in writing and creating curriculum and homeschooling resources.
Vince
Hi, I’m Vince. Around here, I’m also known as Dad and Stepdad (or “step daaaad,” accompanied by a classic eye-roll and smile from my stepdaughter).
My journey here is a story of God's perfect timing. I moved from Ontario to Vancouver for a corporate job, a path I’m now so grateful for because it led me to meeting my wife. While I still work as a Fleet Manager, my heart is here at home, and I feel a strong calling to leave the corporate world behind to join Habitat’s mission full-time. Every hour I spend working on Habitat Schoolhouse is a step toward that goal.
I believe the most important work we can do is the time we spend raising our children. God has blessed me immensely, and my goal is to build a life that honors Him by putting my family first and supporting other families so they can do the same.
My role at Habitat Schoolhouse is Operations Manager, which means I take care of our customers and manage the daily tasks. It is a privilege to run the business side of things so that Charlotte can focus on what she does best: creating beautiful, wholesome resources for your family.
Henry
Hello, I’m Henry. I’m six-and-a-half! My family has lots of nicknames for me, like Scooby Doo, Bo Bo Kitty and Little H, but my favorite is when my mom calls me Baby Cakes (I call her Mummy Hunny).
I’ve been on the move my whole life. My mom says I skipped the walking stage and went straight from crawling to running—and I haven’t stopped since! I love being fast and can keep up with the big kids. They even have trouble catching me during a game of tag.
I’m in grade 2 and love science! I have an incredible memory for all plant and animal names and facts. While I’m usually a blur of motion, I have a secret power: focus. When you give me a puzzle, book, paint, or lego, then I can sit for hours at a time focused on what I am creating.
My role at Habitat Schoolhouse is product tester. While my brother and sister test the lessons, I make sure all the resources are strong enough for the most enthusiastic hands-on learners, just like me.
Jane
Ciao! I’m Jane and Mum made Habitat Schoolhouse just for me! My story starts with a bit of science...
As a baby up until I turned two, I was part of a big nation wide university study on how a loving home helps children learn. But my curiosity was so big, it was literally off their charts! I was the only one to complete and surpass all their learning outcomes. To keep up with my endless desire to learn everything about the world around me, my mom began creating her own lessons just for me - Habitat Schoolhouse!
I’m in grade 4 and love math and language. I love learning different lanugages and I’m an avid reader—my favorite book so far is The Hobbit ! I love fishing and snuggling my pets (5 chickens, 1 french bulldog, and Squidgee - my guinea pig). If you don’t find me reading you can find me on the soccer field. I love being part of a team and was so excited to be named captain this year.
My role at Habitat Schoolhouse is product tester, encourager, and Chief Sassafras.
Vincent the 4th
Hi, I'm Vinny. My full name is Vincent, and it’s a special one in my family—I’m the fourth Vincent in a row, named after my dad, my grandpa, and my great-grandpa.
For the first eight years of my life, I was an only child, but I always dreamed of having siblings. That dream came true when my dad met my stepmom, and I got to become a big brother! It's one of the best things that’s ever happened to me. Some of my favorite moments are staying up late (after lights out), chatting and laughing with my little brother, Henry.
I’m in the fifth grade, and I love digging into big subjects like history and theology. This year, I received my very own Bible and am enjoying working my way through Exodus (though I think the book of Revelation is still my favorite). I like playing flag football, doing cadets, and swimming. In my quiet time, I’m always practicing new card tricks to show my family—I want to learn every single one!
My role at Habitat Schoolhouse is being a product tester and providing the comedic relief.
Dani
Hi! I’m Dani. What started with a love of the Habitat Schoolhouse preschool curriculum for my kids, turned into the best job! Interacting with the customers, and seeing educational resources I’ve helped create being used in homes all over the world brings me so much joy!
I live in Michigan with my husband and three kids. Our oldest son is seventeen, our middle son is ten, and our daughter is eight. We spend our time outside on our two wooded acres or playing intense games in our living room (we are all a bit competitive!). We love Jesus, quality time and adventure.
My role at Habitat Schoolhouse is Content Creator. I started by taking photographs of the curriculum I was using, moved to writing for the Kindred Magazine, and then finally settled into the role I do now. I make subsription content (unit studies and printables) and help manage social media for Habitat Schoolhouse.
Our Statement of Faith
The Bible: We believe the Bible as the inspired, inerrant Word of God, our ultimate authority for all of life and the foundation for all teaching. (2 Peter 1:19-21, 2 Timothy 3:16-17)
God the Son: We believe that Jesus Christ is Lord over all and the eternal Son of God (Colossians 1:16). He is the Saviour of the world, having died for our sins and risen again, offering salvation as a free gift to all who believe in Him. (John 3:16, John 14:6, Romans 10:9, Ephesians 2:8-9)
God the Father: We believe in God the Father, the sovereign Creator of all things, who reveals His perfect order and creative genius in the universe. He is the one for whom all things exist, and we are called to love Him with all our heart, soul, and mind, doing all things for His glory. (Genesis 1:1, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Mark 12:30)
God the Holy Spirit: We believe in God the Holy Spirit indwells all believers, guiding us into all truth, illuminating Scripture, and empowering us for a life of worship and discipleship. (2 Peter 1:21, 2 Timothy 3:16, John 16:13)
The Trinity: We believe in one true and living God, eternally existing in three distinct persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are identical in essence, co-equal in power and glory, and possess the same divine attributes. (Deuteronomy 6:4, Matthew 28:19, 1 Peter 1:2)
Teaching: We believe education is an act of worship and a primary tool for discipleship. Our mission as parents is not just to teach subjects, but to raise children who love the Lord their God with all their heart, soul, and mind. Therefore, we believe our faith cannot be separated from our school day; it must be the very reason for it. (Matthew 22:37, Romans 11:36).