Chattin' With CHAP

In this super short video, you will uncover one of the biggest culprits that affect focus in the home-centered education. Brace yourself, it's probably not what you think! 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 provided year-round...

CHAP is the Christian Homeschool Association of Pennsylvania and has provided year-round support to homeschoolers since 1994.   Find valuable resources at https://www.chaponline.com Got PA Homeschool law questions? Check out https://www.homeschoolpennsylvania.org Contact us at https://www.chaponline.com/contact-us with your questions or topics for discussion. Don’t miss out on the latest in PA hom...

Have you heard of family worship? In this interview, Andrew Boozer will define what it is, explain our duty to it as outlined in Scripture, and reveal the necessity of it in our children’s lives. Listen in as we underscore the importance of family worship and discuss practical tips to incorporating it in our lifestyles. Read the article here: https://chaponline.com/2024/04/20/what-is-family-worshi...

Are you doing enough? Are you enough? Do we have enough? Are you constantly acquiring more things, titles, or talents? Do you find yourself grasping for comfort food or engaging in retail therapy to fill your voids? In this episode, you will uncover alternatives and potentially the root cause of your desire for more. Ro's Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip an...

Do you want to find or regain the beauty in your home-centered education? Listen in as Maria shares a mindset shift on how to view your children and our precious privilege of engaging in home-centered education. 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 Penns...

Today Ginger chats with Moriah Sam, once a homeschool student, now a homeschool mom. When good books were hard to find, Moriah took matters into her own hands and started writing them! Tune in to hear tips on how to encourage your willing - and even your reluctant - writer! To find out more about Moriah and her books, go to https://moriahsam.com Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational...

What if we just loved the kids we were given? Isn't that a novel idea? In this episode, Ro uncovers 1 Corinthians 13, the love chapter, and shares practical tips to making love the foundation and atmposphere of home-centered education. Ro's Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP is the Christian Hom...

The Fruits of the Spirit, as mentioned in the Bible (Galatians 5:22-23), are love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Incorporating the Fruits of the Spirit into homeschooling goes beyond the academic curriculum; it involves shaping the character and values of the students. By integrating these virtues into daily lessons and activities, parents an...

Are you the helicopter mom or more of a free-range parent? By understanding different parenting styles and reflecting on your own practices, you can find a balanced approach that works best for your family. In this short video, Ro ignites introspection on your parenting style as she discusses cultural and societal influences on parenting. Are we parenting based on fear, trauma, or God-centered par...

Listen in as our special guest LaNissir James talks about all things motherhood, home-centered education, and redefining learning. You will receive tips, tricks, and techniques for how to manage your home-centered education journey. LaNissir is a testimony of God's goodness and faithfulness. Ro's Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families o...

Are you doing too much? No really, check in with yourself. Are you overwhelmed, irritable, and foggy? Look at your calendar or recent activities and it will show you what you value and prioritize. By assessing your current approach and making intentional adjustments, you can optimize your use time, energy, and resources. Don't get caught up in the culture of doing too much. Focus on what matte...

Jesus' ability to maintain peace during the storm, as described in the Bible (Mark 4:35-41), is a powerful model for finding contentment amidst chaos. For homeschoolers, this lesson can be particularly relevant and inspiring. By embodying the peace Jesus demonstrated, homeschoolers can navigate the inevitable storms with grace and contentment. This approach not only benefits the immediate home...

We're delving into the importance of finding your mom squad, that circle of support and camaraderie that makes the journey of motherhood and homeschooling just a bit sweeter. Remember, you're not alone on this journey, and together, we can navigate the highs and lows with strength, laughter, and unwavering support. Ro's Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to eq...

Steve Demme shares transparently about how the Lord has been building him and reminds us that homecentered education is not just for the children. It is an awesome opportunity to build character and our personal relationship with God. Tune in to be upflifted and encouraged. For free resources and downloads of all his books, visit the Building Faith Families website at http://www.buildingfaithfamil...

Learning at home requires a significant amount of attention, focus, and engagement from both the parent/teacher and the child. In this super short episode, Ro shares one small tip that creates big impact. Listen in as Ro talks about staying present and unplugging for success. Ro's Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschoolin...

Today Ginger chats about those last-minute reminders for the end and beginning of your school year. There's also updates about Chattin' with CHAP, the convention, and volunteering with the CHAP team to support homeschoolers! Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP is the Christian Homeschool...

If you are not experiencing harmony in your homeschooling journey, then it's time to identify what's not working. Listen in as Ro challenges you to renew your mind(set); reevaluate your priorities, and simplify your journey so you can truly enjoy the process of doing home-centered education with your students. Ro's Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip a...

In this episode, Ro talks about the paradox of home-centered education and answers the question: Is homescholing hard? Listen in as we talk about the good, bad, and the ugly. In true Ro form, she shares practical tips and insights for application. Ro's Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP is the Chris...

Today Ginger and Ro share about inspiring moments at the convention and provide a few helpful tips about attending. If you were not able to attend or you did attend, but couldn't get to all the great sessions, never fear! The entire convention was recorded and is available at Alliance Recordings! You can purchase individual sessions, the special needs conference set, or the entire set! Check i...

It's easy to blame external factors for preventing us from achieving things we want in life. Yet sometimes we have to take a look in the mirror and recognize that the only person holding us back is.... yep, you guessed it. You said it, I didn't. In this episode, Ro shares her own character flaws and unravels how decoding imperfections and avoiding realities can create decision dilemmas. Gr...

GIVEAWAY!!! Watch until the end! Today Ginger chats with Sara all about how to prep for convention! This episode is full of the low down on how to get ready. There is helpful information for the newbie AND the seasoned homeschoolers. Don't miss this info-packed episode! Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling...

Ro shares a few reasons she loves CHAP Convention and invites you to come spend the weekend in beautiful Elizabethtown as you get all the encouragement, resources, and community you need. Purchase your ticket today at https://conv.chaponline.com/ and tell a friend or two! We can't wait to see you! Ro's Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage fami...

"Coming Together: to equip, to encourage, to endure" Why is gathering in person so important? Join Ginger for a walk through Hebrews 10:23-25 that helps shed light on the importance of walking this homeschool journey with others. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP is the Christian Hom...

Online registration closes TONIGHT at MIDNIGHT! It's your last chance to register for teen track, as a used curriculum seller, and for cafeteria lunch tickets! Make sure you don't miss out! Register for convention first here: https://conv.chaponline.com/ Then, in your confirmation email, sign up for teen track, used curriculum seller, and lunches! Check your spam folder if you can't fi...

Listen in as Barb shares her journey homeschooling her children through high school. You will hear the unique opportunities and challenges and how she navigated them. Spoiler alert - God is faithful and He always comes through! To learn more about convention or to register, go to https://conv.chaponline.com/ Ro's Resource Room is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encoura...