Walking away from public school in the fourth grade might seem like an impediment for most children.

For Kelleah Meuth, that decision opened up a world of opportunity.

Ever since turning to a homeschooled life, Meuth, now a 14-year-old Buda resident, has experienced success in the field of ecological sustainability and science. So much so that on May 5 Meuth will host a five-booth mini-festival at Buda Market Days in the downtown sector.

“We’re going to do a bunch of kids’ crafts ...