Jenny Cyphers is a parent to two adult children. For 20 years, she centered her life on the issues and concerns of childhood development, including parent/child relationships and education.  She has written and spoken on the subject in relation to homeschooling, and homeschooled both her children. She currently administers several discussion groups online that focus on secular and alternative education philosophies. She has a B.A. in the arts (dance), is a licensed tax preparer and enjoys studying tax law. She is passionate about community arts programs and creating mutually supportive relationships between parents and children.