Oh gosh, I used to think I had to model my days after public school too, which is counter-productive if you think about it. It is hard to break from it, though. I get it. I still struggle with it a little, but make sure to read and educate myself on the subject so that I have a constant reminder that compulsory school is NOT the holy grail of learning. KWIM?
I think these books could really encourage you.
http://www.amazon.com/Free-Learn-Unl...=free+to+learn
http://www.amazon.com/Teach-Your-Own...teach+your+own
http://www.amazon.com/Dumbing-Down-C...umbing+us+down
I'm quite certain that Michele (Michelepixels) would have some read words of wisdom for you as well.