About Us
Lani Carey
Principal & Counselor
Lani Carey began homeschooling in 1990 and has graduated her 4 children and 3 grandkids so far! From 1996 to 2020, she helped startup and direct many tutorials, as well as H.I.S. Co-op, which she directed for 10 years and taught a variety of classes to all ages, from physics to ballet. She developed a high school English curriculum for high school students with learning disabilities, and for students who were not considered at a high school level in reading and/or writing abilities. Lani was a high school guidance counselor for 21 years at a well-known umbrella school, where she started many programs for homeschoolers, from NCAA eligibility to military and military academy admissions. She has been a conference speaker in the homeschool community since 1997, as well as doing webinars, hands-on workshops, podcasts, reels, YouTube videos, blogs and articles about homeschooling. She has vast experience in working with families around the globe and enjoys working with parents of high schoolers, but also loves sharing about how children learn, the value of play, unschooling, and giving parents the vision of homeschooling.
Pat Wesolowski
Counselor
Pat Wesolowski is an author, speaker, and homeschooling mother of 9, who was previously the Homeschool Specialist at Bryan College in Dayton, TN. After homeschooling her 9 children for the past 32 years, she is finally finished! Pat has a heart for helping parents find joy in their homeschooling experience and, for that reason, loves teaching workshops in order to encourage and equip parents for a fun and successful homeschool experience. Pat is the host of a podcast entitled “The Homeschool Specialist,” writes a blog, and has authored numerous unit studies for homeschooled students. Pat has written a free E-Resource to help parents plan for a successful high school experience.
Margie Abbitt
Counselor
Margie Abbitt has been married to her best friend, Mac, for over 40 years. They homeschooled their “Brady Bunch” of 3 boys and 3 girls. Margie homeschooled in several different states using a variety of curriculum and teaching methods to meet the needs of many diversified students. She especially enjoys a unit study / hands-on approach to teaching, because learning should be fun and active. Margie has organized, led, and taught in co-ops/tutorials for about 25 years. Margie has the privilege of working with families and students from many varied backgrounds, learning styles and challenges as an academic counselor. As a speaker and author, Margie continues to share her passion for helping parents/grandparents navigate their homeschool experience while encouraging them in their homeschooling journey.
Marta Weaver
Counselor
Marta is a homeschooling mom. She and her husband have just graduated their youngest daughter! Their homeschooling years were filled with joys, challenges and above all God’s faithfulness! The Weaver family is thankful for the homeschool community that has over the years shared wisdom and encouragement and friendship. Working together with like-minded families in coops, tutorials and other settings has enriched their family’s life in many ways. Marta is thankful for the years she was able to be a stay-at-home homeschool mom, but her story also includes working part-time as a respiratory therapist, health educator and homeschool academic counselor while homeschooling. Marta values opportunities to hear the unique stories of homeschool families and bring encouragement and practical help for their journey.
About Titus 2 Academy
We are a Tennessee State-approved Category IV Church-Related School (CRS), often called an “umbrella school,” created to support families with both the legal covering and the personal guidance needed to homeschool with confidence. Our goal is simple: to make the process clear, manageable, and supported from day one.
We come alongside families—not to control how you homeschool—but to equip and encourage you as you build an education that works for your child and your life.
Our Approach
We believe homeschooling should feel:
- Supported, not overwhelming
- Flexible, not restrictive
- Personal, not one-size-fits-all
Every family’s journey is different. Whether you’re just getting started or continuing a long-standing homeschool path, we’re here to provide guidance, answer questions, and help you navigate each stage with clarity.
What We Provide
As an umbrella school, we offer:
- Legal covering in the state of Tennessee
Ensuring your homeschool operates in compliance with state requirements - Personalized homeschool counseling
Real support from experienced counselors who understand the journey - Online record-keeping
A professional system for tracking attendance, grades, and transcripts - Ongoing support and resources
Help when you need it—without unnecessary complexity
Vision
To be a beacon of educational excellence, where every student is inspired to reach their fullest potential
and become responsible global citizens. Our vision is to empower families across diverse communities
with an accessible, flexible, and high-quality online homeschooling experience. We strive to create a
supportive environment where each student’s unique gifts, talents, and learning styles are celebrated and
nurtured.
Mission
The mission of Titus 2 Academy umbrella school is to provide a supportive, flexible, and nurturing educational environment that empowers families to pursue personalized learning journeys. We are committed to partnering with parents and guardians to ensure academic excellence, encourage curiosity and critical thinking, and foster the development of each student’s unique talents and interests.
We set families free to homeschool!
You are not alone in this. We will walk with you on your homeschool journey.