Chattin' With CHAP

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...

Homeschooling Harmony: Finding Balance in the Holidays is an episode dedicated to providing practical tips and strategies for homeschooling families to maintain a sense of balance and joy during the festive season. The episode aims to address the unique challenges that arise when combining homeschooling responsibilities with the excitement and busyness of the holiday season. The episode encourages...

Will CHAP have another college and career day? How do I find a graduation? I need help choosing a math and English curriculum. These questions and more have found their way into the show line up for today. Tune in for the info! Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP is the Christian Homeschool Asso...

Today Ginger and Steve Demme chat about the upcoming MidWinter conference that is happening February 22-23. It's another opportunity to connect with other homeschoolers and be refreshed and renewed in your journey. Listen in to get all the info! Also, check out more and register online at https://midwinter-conference.org/

Welcome to Ro's Resource Room, a new CHAP show hosted by Rose-Anne Uwague! Recently you've seen Rose-Anne with Ginger on Chattin' with CHAP. Now we'll start posting Ro's content as Ro's Resource Room, or RRR for short! Now about today's episode: Let's explore my homeschool confession and the unique perspective that biblical confessions and scriptures can bring to th...

It's Giving Tuesday 2023! Join Ginger and Rose-Anne as they chat about CHAP's resources, testimonials from blessed homeschool families, and how you can help homeschoolers thrive via donating to CHAP. Donate to support CHAP in the endeavor to encourage, connect, equip, and protect homeschoolers at https://chaponline.com/donate/ Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts de...

CHAP has been buzzing with busyness lately! There have been many exciting new things afoot in the organization. Tune in today as Ginger chats with Rose-Anne Uwague, our new show host! 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 yea...

How do you handle the holidays with your homeschool? Do you switch it up? Do the same? Add fun activities? Join Ginger as she discusses some options and suggestions on how to make the holiday season special and unique to your family. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP is the Christian Homeschoo...

CHAP is looking for your stories! How has CHAP helped you on your homeschooling journey? Which portion of CHAP's resources have you found most helpful? Do you have a word of encouragement to share with a new homeschooler? Send in your testimonials to staff@chaponline.com or comment on this video. PLUS - Ginger's answering questions today! Most center around the law with a sprinkling of oth...

How do you view God? Is he a harsh master or a loving Father? Why has He given you the gifts and abilities that you have? How should you use them? Join Ginger for a day of encouragement in stepping out in the love of Jesus to fulfill the role that He has for you. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. C...

Previously, Ginger shared ideas for how to make your library a better place. Joining her today is Denise Ebersole, CHAP mentor and library-loving homeschool mom. Denise shares her story about interacting with her local library in order to protect her children from some of the content that is popping up there. Listen in and gain encouragement to get involved in protecting the children in your local...

How does skipping grades work in homeschool? Is that a thing? Is it helpful to my child to move along more quickly or graduate early? Join Ginger as she discusses home education roles, breaks down some government school strongholds, and shares some educational wisdom. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journe...

Today's episode covers the testing requirement of the homeschool law in the state of PA. Some may feel this is a daunting task, but that is not really the case! Listen in to find encouragement and pointers on how to fulfill the homeschooling testing requirement. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys...

Today's Q&A is chock full of questions! Various issues regarding the district, unsworn declarations, medical questions, private tutors, young entrepreneurs at convention...and that's not all! Tune in to hear the latest question set! Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homeschooling journeys. CHAP is the Christia...

Each homeschool has a Supervisor. The term is in the law. It's in the paperwork. What does it mean? Who is the Supervisor? What do they have authority to do? What is the scope of their decision making ability? Tune in to learn this all-important part of every homeschool in PA. Chattin' with CHAP is a series of informational podcasts designed to equip and encourage families on their homesch...