About
TangleHouse Learning, LLC
Inclusive Education for Independent Thinkers
Founded in 2025, TangleHouse Learning, LLC is a drop-off program designed for high school homeschool students seeking a rigorous and engaging secular educational environment. With a strong focus on composition, analysis, and critical thinking, we provide an inclusive learning environment where students of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences feel welcome, valued, and empowered.
Why TangleHouse?
- Small Class Sizes: Personalized attention in a supportive setting.
- Diverse & Thoughtful Curriculum: Materials that reflects a wide range of voices and perspectives.
- Skill-Focused Learning: Emphasis on composition, hands-on learning, discussion, and critical analysis.
- Welcoming & Inclusive: A space where all students are welcome and can learn and grow.
At TangleHouse, we believe education is more than just sitting in a classroom — it’s a way to understand humanity, challenge perspectives, and develop empathy. We’re here to help students find their voices, engage with the world they live in, and learn as much as they can.
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At TangleHouse Learning, LLC, we believe that every student deserves a thoughtful, engaging, and inclusive education—one that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and personal growth. Our mission is to provide a welcoming, secular learning environment where high school students can develop academically, socially, and personally in a community that respects diverse perspectives and lived experiences.
We are committed to fostering a space where neurodivergent learners are supported, LGBTQIA+ students are affirmed, and all identities are valued. We believe in the power of education to expand minds, build confidence, and create compassionate thinkers who engage with the world with both insight and empathy. By embracing different viewpoints and thoughtful discussion, we prepare students not just for higher education and career success, but for a lifetime of learning, growth, and meaningful connection.
Mrs. V. Walker, M.Ed
Founder & English Instructor
Mrs. Walker is a passionate educator and writer dedicated to fostering a love of literature and writing in students. Originally from New York, she studied English Education at Stony Brook University before earning a Master’s Degree in Reading Literacy, deepening her expertise in language, comprehension, and critical thinking.
With experience teaching at a university-style homeschool program, Mrs. Walker understands the unique needs of independent learners and is committed to creating an inclusive, engaging environment where students can thrive. Beyond the classroom, she is a multi-published author who has been writing professionally for years—first recognized at just 16 years old when her poetry was published in a national magazine for high school students.
Now living in and raising her family within the community, Mrs. Walker brings both her academic background and real-world writing experience to TangleHouse Learning, inspiring students to find their voices through literature and composition.
Mrs. Summerly Sherlock, MPA
Speech & Debate Instructor
Mrs. Sherlock brings over a decade of professional experience in communications and a deep passion for civic engagement, public speaking, and youth empowerment. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communications from the University of South Florida and a Master’s in Public Policy and Administration from Mississippi State University.
In addition to her teaching role, Mrs. Sherlock works professionally in communications role for a nonprofit debate league, where she helps promote student voices and support academic debate programs. This experience has deepened her commitment to the power of speech and debate as a tool for student growth and civic involvement.
Outside the classroom, Mrs. Sherlock enjoys reading, drinking coffee, gardening with her backyard chickens, and spending time with her family.
