Chattin' With CHAP

Today I chat with PA House Rep. Tom Jones. We are going to discuss what it means to be a US citizen, what is our role, how should we interact with our elected officials, and what are our elected officials' responsibilities to us as citizens. Don't miss this important episode! Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their home...

Today's guest is a homeschooling momma with lots of experience training children! Durenda Wilson chats with Ginger about the importance of raising kids who know how to work. We'll talk benefits, how to, and more! 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...

Today is the first Q&A in two months! There are a lot of questions, especially law and school district issues, along with questions about convention, PA state curriculum, and concerns about evaluators with different view points. Listen in and get updated! Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP...

Today Ginger steps through the process of getting started with homeschooling. From paperwork to curriculum choices, this episode will give you the groundwork on how to get home education rolling in your household. This is a great episode to share with others who want to get started, but don't know what to do! Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and en...

Jack is back! Today Ginger's chat with Jack will focus on the college admission process. What classes are wise to take in high school? Does dual enrollment help? How can a student prepare for college? Plus more topics of interest. Find more information about Clarks Summit here: ⁠⁠ https://www.clarkssummitu.edu ⁠ Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and...

Today Ginger chats with Jack Dunham from Clark Summit University about dual enrollment - what it is, how to use it to prep for college, and many other questions to help parents prepare for their children's high school years. You can access information about Clark Summit here: ⁠https://www.clarkssummitu.edu and their Dual Enrollment program here: https://www.clarkssummitu.edu/academics/hs-dual-...

Did you know there are roughly nine approaches to homeschooling? What are those approaches? What do they entail? Which one do you prefer? Listen in as Ginger explains the nine approaches based upon a booklet made by HSLDA. Here is a link to the article: https://hslda.org/post/whats-my-educational-approach-or-homeschool-style Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to...

Today I have a chat with my Sister-in-Law, Tennille, about her homeschool journey while working both full and part-time. From Jeremy being an at-home dad to both working full-time, they have done many different scenarios. Tune in and get some ideas for your work while homeschooling situation. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on t...

Today is Q&A Day! There are lots of law-related questions this month, so tune in for some clarity on various points in the law. Ginger also gives some suggestions for classical curriculum, and explains why it is that CHAP includes some not-so-encouraging articles in our eNewsletter. There's tons of great information in this episode. Don't miss it! Chattin' with CHAP is a series of...

What are objectives? How do I write them? How specific do they need to be? Listen in today as Ginger explains about all things related to objectives. 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 provided year-round support to homeschoolers s...

In today's episode, Ginger walks homeschoolers through the portfolio, the log, and the 180 day requirements, none of which should cause concern or worry. Tune in for a thorough explanation and gain necessary knowledge in running a successful homeschool! Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP is...

What is a co-op? A support group? A hybrid school? If I want to start one, what do I do? Join Ginger as she walks through the ins and outs of what these groups are and how to get one off the ground. There's lots to consider, but it's all doable with prayer and planning. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschool...

Join Ginger as she chats with Heather Vogler from Schoolhouse Teachers. What is Schoolhouse Teachers? That's what we're chatting about! Tune in to learn all about this great, all-inclusive homeschooling resource. 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...

Ever wonder if what the school district asks for is really in the law? What are some common overreach requests made by school districts? How can a homeschooler be aware of what is overreach? Tune in today as Ginger discusses common overreach items and what you can do about it. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooli...

Today is Q&A Day! Topics range from our recent convention to concerns about school district overreach to resource inquiries. Tune in to get the current scoop, especially regarding paperwork, since this is the season for preparing paperwork to drop off at the school district. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschoo...

Today Ginger shares insights from this past weekend's annual homeschool convention. We also had a FB live Giveaway of Math Songs! Tune in to hear a summary of the encouragement and help we all received at convention. If you were unable to attend, you can still order recordings of the sessions! All the speakers were amazing and those who attended were well equipped to continue on the parenting...

CWC205: Today Ginger chats with Steve Demme, the founder of Building Faith Families and Math U See. Steve will be speaking at convention, and one of his sessions is just for dads. The "Dads and Doughnuts" session will be full of encouragement for the dad in his role in the family. Join us today to get to know Steve and his heart for families! Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informa...

Join Ginger in getting to know Gretchen Roe. Gretchen will be sharing about math, time management, writing, and explosions at the convention in just 10 days! Her heart is to encourage all homeschooling parents to continue on their homeschool journey, learning right beside their children. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their...

Today's the last convention update before the big event! Miss online registration? No worries! We welcome walk-in attendees with open arms. If you are a Used Curriculum Sale seller, tune in to learn about your deadlines. Next Thursday will be on-site tours of the convention itself. Convention Updates are short, helpful bits of information to guide you through the current convention season. All...

Today is Q&A Day! There are various topics including statements of faith for co-ops, how to serve and get involved with the homeschool community, information for vendors, testing, the unsworn declaration, and of course, convention! Tune in for another interesting day of answers to your questions. Remember, online registration for convention ends THIS Friday, April 28th! Chattin' with CHAP...

Convention is soon upon us! Today Ginger fills you in on the event layout - where everything is, sessions for dads, and the looming deadlines! THIS FRIDAY APRIL 28th is the online registration, UCS seller option, and teen track deadline! Be sure to register ASAP! Convention Updates are short, helpful bits of information to guide you through the current convention season. All information given in C...

This week's convention videos covers the all-important subjects: food and giveaways. Tune in to learn about all the great prizes that attendees have a chance to win! Convention Updates are short, helpful bits of information to guide you through the current convention season. All information given in Convention Updates pertains to the year in which is was recorded. Prior years’ recordings do no...

CWC202: Today Ginger interviews another convention speaker, Deborah Wuehler, senior editor of The Old Schoolhouse Magazine. Listen in to get to know Deborah and hear her heart of encouragement for the homeschooling parent. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP is the Christian Homeschool Associati...

Today Ginger provides a little bit of information regarding vendors...and why they may or may not attend convention. Also included is a discussion on the types of vendors. The value of the variety is huge! Convention Updates are short, helpful bits of information to guide you through the current convention season. All information given in Convention Updates pertains to the year in which is was rec...

Where did the idea of age-based grades and performance grades come from? Are they helpful? Does a homeschool supervisor need to use them in assessing their child's progress? Tune in as Ginger discusses these questions and shares a little from the homeschool law about grades. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschoo...