Chattin' With CHAP

Have you been wondering how to curate an environment for life long learners? Wondering how to center homeschooling on a biblical worldview? In this episode, Ro chats with Justin McGeary on the importance of learning church history, Greek, and implementing the tutorial system. Ro's Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschoolin...

Evaluation season is quickly approaching! Today Alicia and Ginger chat about how to prepare for your annual evaluation. It's short, sweet, and sure to put your mind at ease! Got PA Homeschool law questions? Check out https://www.homeschoolpennsylvania.org Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP...

Last year, the homeschool community in the ELANCO school district fought back against the district's overreach - and won! Part of the events in this case included a visit to the homes of homeschooling families by school officials. This is a shocking wake-up call for this generation of homeschoolers. The previous generation was prepared for officials at their door, but this generation might not...

In this week’s episode, Ro and Brook Wayne talk about when education begins in the home and in the heart. Homeschooling is more than curriculum—it’s heartschooling. A reminder not to let academics get in the way of true education, and how preparing hearts and homes shapes children far beyond any lesson book. Ro's Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encoura...

The year keeps on rolling along! It's time to be reminded about all the things that need to happen in the springtime. Listen in as Ginger briefly touches on searching for and joining co-ops or support groups, fulfilling the testing requirement, preparing for evaluations, signing your secondary student up for dual enrollment, and coordinating graduations. All these topics have also been discuss...

Homeschooling is under attack throughout the nation. New bills in Hawaii, Washginton, West Virginia, and New Jersey are hugs attacks on freedom. Listen in today to Alicia as she chats with Ashton from Illinois on the importance of homeschoolers and those interested in homeschool freedom joining together to defeat legislative threats. Preserving freedom requires cooperation, commitment, and courage...

In this episode of Ro’s Resource Room, host Ro Uwague sits down with Lauren from Classical Conversation's Education Independence to explore what true educational independence really means. Together, they unpack the four pillars that empower families to take ownership of their children’s learning and discuss why freedom in education often comes with a cost. From the complexities of school choic...

Ditch the Dorm, Build the Kingdom! There are new alternatives in town to the standard, everyone-does-it college. Today Ginger chat's with Sarah Northrup from Worldview Institute about Christian college alternatives. Got rising high schoolers in your house? Time to be thinking and praying over their futures! Sarah shares information and ideas about alternatives to what everyone has been doing -...

Did you know you don’t have to let life lead you to despair? In this episode, Ro chats with Nancy Manos about choosing joy. Nancy shares practical, encouraging tips for finding joy in everyday life—no matter your circumstances. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation filled with wisdom, hope, and real-life strategies for cultivating joy on purpose. Ro's Resource Room is a series of informational...

Today is our fourth and final panel discussion with Ginger, Ro, Sara, and Alicia. Many people think they can't homeschool because the cost is too high, they need two incomes, or it's just generally unobtainable. Not so! The chat today will encourage you and give you lots of great ideas to bring the budget down for your homeschool. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcast...

Today's topic strikes a nerve in most, if not all, homeschool moms' hearts. We all want to do our very best for our children and are full of fear that they will struggle or that we won't be able to keep up with their bright minds. In this helpful panel discussion, Ro, Ginger, Sara, and Alicia chat about how to handle these situations so that you can homeschool with confidence. Ro's...

Life with littles...it's always an adventure! Homeschooling is no different. Today's panel chat features Ginger, Ro, Sara, and Alicia as they tackle this all-important question because we've all been there! Listen in for some tips, tricks, and ideas on how to structure (or unstructure) your homeschool to work well with your littlest children. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of infor...

Join Alicia as she chats with Kirk Smith, the Executive Director of Illinois Christian Home Educators. Last year, homeschoolers in Illinois faced legislation that would destroy homeschool freedom and place unnecessary restrictions on homeschool families. Kirk shares with Alicia about what they experienced in the fight against this terrible legislation and explains what it is that is truly needed a...

Start your year off right by learning about homeschooling! Ro is joined by Sara, Alicia, and Ginger for a thorough panel discussion about what homeschool - home education - really is and what it looks like. If you're on the fence about choosing homeschool, you'll want to tune in and listen. If you're in the trenches and need a fresh vision, you'll want to tune in and listen. This e...

Welcome to 2026! Today's podcast is full of encouragement for the new homeschooler and anyone who is considering jumping off the fence and taking the plunge. The message: You CAN Homeschool!!! Yes, this is something you can do! Listen in as Ginger doles out tons of encouraging, informational tidbits about getting started and background thoughts you need to think about as you jump into your hom...

Happy New Year! Today Ro and Ginger reminisce over 2025 - what worked, what didn't, and what they learned. They also look forward to 2026 and all the great possibilities that are ahead. Listen in for that boost you need to enjoy the rest of the year and gear up for the next! Ro's Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschoo...

Merry Christmas! It's time to celebrate because Chattin' with CHAP has hit episode 300! It's been a special gift to encourage and equip homeschoolers everywhere for the past seven years. Today is no different! Join Ro and Ginger as they discuss Proverbs 31 - Are these verses a guideline or an expectation? Tune in to get your weekly dose of encouragement and help! Chattin' with CHAP...

Ro chats with homeschool mom, Tamara Somerville about how to make learning come alive through field trips, hands-on experiences, and real-world connections. Tamara shares her passion for experiential education and offers practical ways parents and educators can break free from textbook-only teaching. Together, they explore how field trips can deepen curiosity, how hands-on projects build real unde...

Today is a long-awaited explanation of the elementary requirements detailed in PA's homeschool law. Tune in today for help in understanding this portion of the law and put your mind at ease. You'll also want to check out the Homeschool Law playlist with episodes which detail all the information you need about the homeschool law. Merry Christmas and enjoy your freedom to homeschool! Chattin...

Today has been a wonderful day of sharing testimonies of how CHAP has blessed homeschoolers across the Commonwealth and becoming aware of all the excellent resources CHAP has to support homeschool families. CHAP's ministry is to build the Kingdom of God by supporting each family that has chosen the journey of homeschooling in training up their children to follow Christ in all of life. This min...

Supporting CHAP this GivingTuesday also helps graduating seniors! Every year, CHAP awards two scholarships to graduating homeschool seniors. This year's winner, Chloe Rackely, shares a message of thanks for CHAP's support in helping her achieve her goals in higher education. When you donate to the CHAP Scholarship fund, more seniors will have the opportunity to receive financial support in...

As our GivingTuesday event continues, Ro, Sara, and Ginger chat about how important homeschool freedom is. Just like all freedoms, homeschool freedom needs to be defended and protected. Homes education is under attack all across the United States, and we as a community must be ready to defend and uphold it. CHAP is a leader in that process. Listen in and be encourage to join the fight for homescho...

Did you know that CHAP will come to your local event? It's true! If you have a moms group, a library meetup, or other support group that would appreciate some support from CHAP, let us know! CHAP volunteers love to be face to face with fellow homeschoolers to share information and encouragement. When you partner with CHAP, you are making it possible for families to get the resources they need...

This Giving Tuesday, partner with CHAP to strengthen homeschooling in Pennsylvania! For 38 years, the annual CHAP Convention has equipped and encouraged homeschooling parents across PA. Your generous support helps us cover essential costs like our venue, operations, and bringing in exceptional speakers from around the country, so families can continue to receive the inspiration and tools they need...

Did you know that the CHAP Foundation provides grants to homeschooling families who are struggling through a difficult season? CHAP not only provides top-notch online and in-person support, we also help families with their homeschool needs through difficult financial seasons - and YOU can be a part of supporting those families! Donate to support CHAP in the endeavor to encourage homeschoolers who...