Chattin' With CHAP

Join Ginger for a deep dive into the secondary requirements for homeschoolers! The air will be cleared and you will have a better understanding of the freedom you have in continuing to guide your children in their educational journeys. For information on the 2024 convention and to register, go to https://conv.chaponline.com/ Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to...

Let's talk about money! For some, this illicits an exciting response and for others it is a topic to be avoided at all costs. Many families who decide to engage in home centered education require that one parent work part-time or not at all. Living on one income in these economic times is an ultimate faith walk. Listen in as our guests share their unique journey to faith and finance. Share you...

Today Ginger is chatting with Gillian, a CHAP mentor and homeschool mom. Gillian's heart is to encourage homeschool moms, and one way she does that is by hosting a group at her house. Ginger and Gillian discuss pros and cons to having a set structure vs. a loose plan when it comes to getting together. Once again, the sky's the limit with homeschooling! Chattin' with CHAP is a series of...

I implore you to challenge societal norms and dive into the essence of personal and biblical identity. We explore the liberating journey of shedding titles, particularly the often-overlooked important role of being "just a stay-at-home mom." Shedding titles and embracing one's identity is about recognizing the full spectrum of who you are—beyond roles, responsibilities, and societal...

As Christian parents, we know that we should share the gospel with our children and others who do not know about the good news of Jesus. But do we realize that there are two prongs to the gospel? Not only is there the gospel of salvation - and our responsibility to share it - but there is also the gospel of the kingdom of God, or service. This is the living out of our salvation. Tune in as Ginger...

Our Hearts Are Home serves the dual meaning of being a home-centered education and also experiencing the loss of someone who is in their heavenly home. It's understandable to feel challenged when trying to offer encouragement during difficult times. Listen in to learn strategies for dealing with grief and supporting others who are grieving. Our guest Laura shares her personal experience with l...

Today is Q&A Day! The questions ranged from evaluations to how to help the homeschool movement to what the school district's involvement is in our homeschools. Tune in to receive encouragement to stay the course! Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP is the Christian Homeschool Association...

We are diving in to a topic that often goes unnoticed but holds the key to a fulfilling life. Join us as we explore the overlooked element that plays a crucial role in health, healing, and happiness. Ro’s Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP is the Christian Homeschool Association of Pennsylvania and has...

Today Ginger is joined by Shannon Lehman, homeschool alumni and CHAP mentor. This chat focuses on IEPs and homeschooling - the benefits, pros, cons, and requirements. Listen in for some encouragement and help for your journey! Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP is the Christian Homeschool Assoc...

Are you ready for a journey down memory lane? Join us as Ginger & Gretchen reflect on their completed homeschool journey being in the trenches, navigating multiple school aged children, and share tips and lessons from hindsight. Gretchen shares introspective questions to help current homeschoolers simplify their routine while Ginger speaks about her current journey as she continues to make twe...

What do you hold up as beautiful? What influences your thought about beauty? What are you teaching your children about beauty? Join Ginger as she chats about biblical beauty and the need to train and encourage our children in appreciating and striving for true beauty. Warning: there are some tough challenges included in this message. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts des...

We get it, it's a new year and there is lots to do. There is talk of resolutions and buzzing about new goals to tackle. Listen in to this super short episode as Ro shares her simple process for goal-setting and evaluating progress. We invite families to listen in as they embark on a fresh spiritual and academic journey with a renewed sense of purpose and inspiration. Reflect on the past year a...

Keeping up relationships while parenting and homeschooling is a challenge! Yet we were made for community, to be relational, to connect. What does this look like over the years? How does it change as your children grow? Tune in as Ginger chats about how to stay connected as the years progress. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on...

Ro welcomes Sarah Collins back to the show today to discuss executive function coupled with family empowerment. Sarah is "the Homeschool OT" and will be at the MidWinter conference February 23&24. Check out details and register here: https://midwinter-conference.org/ Ro’s Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooli...

CWC238: Homeschoolers at Robotics Regionals! Last year we chatted with the FINS Robotics club about their trip to regionals in Denver, CO. Guess what?! They're back with tales of another trip! Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP is the Christian Homeschool Association of Pennsylvania and has...

Dakota started memorizing Scripture as an early teenager. The verses he memorized in these formative years transformed his spiritual walk, helping him navigate his parents' divorce and overcome severe depression. Dakota’s testimony mirrors that of the psalmist: “If your law had not been my delight, I would have perished in my affliction” (Psa. 119:92). Emma is a creative professional who has a...

Today is Q&A Day and your questions will be answered...with the help of Steve Demme! Steve is joining Ginger to chat about the upcoming MidWinter conference that Building Faith Families and CHAP is putting on in February. Not only that, but they'll also answer your questions about the law, IEPs, support groups, conference fees, and more! Listen in for more info! To find more information an...

Are you an overacheiver? Have a to-do list a mile long? Can't say 'no'? Do you swing from feeling full of energy and purpose to being drained and wishing you could just lay on your sofa and watch Heartland? You're not alone! Today Ro and Ginger discuss where this urge to do it all comes from, if it's a healthy thing, and how to manage the crazy - or at least give you a few tips...

Are you concerned about the productivity in your homeschool? Do you feel like you're not a very successful homeschooler? You're not alone! Join Ro as she works through these ideas with Sarah, who will be a speaker at the MidWinter Conference in February. If you like what you hear, you may just want to come and hear more at the conference February 23&24. More information about the MidWi...

Have kids? Guess what? You became an instant spiritual leader the day they were born. Husbands become spiritual leaders the day they got married. Many are spiritual leaders before then. What does a spiritual leader look like? How to they lead? Listen in today as Ginger shares about the Mark of a Spiritual Leader. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and en...

Emma Roberts is a creative professional who has a passion for strengthening and building relationships. She started her career as a Product Consultant at Sephora, where she honed her customer service and marketing skills. While obtaining her Bachelor of Arts degree at The King’s College in New York City, Emma worked as an Administrative Assistant at the Church Pension Group which allowed her to ex...

We're into the new year! The school year was on a roll, we've had our holiday season break, and now we're back to the books. What are your responsibilities as a homeschool supervisor for the rest of the school year? Listen in as Ginger lays out what is needed for the rest of the year and also some good tips leading into the next school year. Here is the link to the PDE website that lis...

We're in the post-Christmas space, whether it be a slump or a mountain. Did you give a great gift? What is the perfect gift - every time? Join Ginger for a chat about prayer - that gift that is truly priceless and blesses all those involved. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP is the Christi...

Are you one of those people who love road trips or are you wondering why anyone would ever drive for 12 hours when they can fly there in two? I am definitely the latter. Let's talk about finding joy and maturity through challenges, trusting in God's plan, and maintaining patience during periods of waiting. Ro’s Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encou...

Don't homeschool alone! Join Christine as she interviews Ginger Wayde of the Christian state homeschool organization for Pennsylvania, CHAP. Ginger is the grateful wife of Steve Wayde and mom to six amazing people. Homeschooling for seventeen years has shaped and changed her in ways that nothing else could. Besides learning along with her children, Ginger serves on the CHAP board, hosts the we...