The Homeschool Boldly Podcast

In this episode, Ashley reflects on the past year and shares her heartfelt prayer to live as an arrow pointing to the Lord. As the holiday season approaches, she offers practical tips for incorporating gratitude, spiritual learning, and family traditions into the busy months ahead. Take this time to reflect on what truly matters, and join us again in January for more encouragement. Have a blessed...

In this episode, Ashley highlights an excerpt from her conversation with Sam Sorbo about the importance of prioritizing relationships in homeschooling. Sam shares practical advice on building strong connections with your children and how those efforts pay off over time. Tune in for encouragement and wisdom from this insightful interview. You can listen to the full interview, here . Also, be sure t...

In this episode, Ashley interviews author, speaker, and homeschool advocate Sam Sorbo. They discuss Sam’s journey from academic focus to a holistic view of education, emphasizing the difference between schooling and true learning. Sam shares her wisdom on raising children to love learning, building strong relationships, and encouraging parents to boldly take charge of their child’s education. Tune...

Are you phoneschooling? In this episode, Kay asks this question and talks about how distracting our phones can be during the school day. But, she also shares some tips for what we can DO about it. This podcast is brought to you by Homeschooling Today magazine. We want to invite you to subscribe today and join the growing movement of parents who are setting aside comparisons. Taking control of thei...

In this episode, we revisit an insightful interview with Ben Wilson, a homeschool graduate and co-host of The Smiling Homeschooler podcast . Ben shares his experiences of how homeschooling isn’t always perfect, emphasizing the importance of flexibility, letting go of expectations, and finding joy in the messy moments. Listen as we discuss the reality of adapting to the unexpected and the growth th...

In this final episode of our bold prayer series, we reflect on the importance of taking thoughts of inadequacy captive and trusting in God’s calling. Drawing from The Art of Homeschooling Boldly, we explore how to embrace our unique homeschool journey, confident that we are the exact parents our children need. With 1 Thessalonians 5:24 as our scripture, we end this series with a powerful reminder:...

In this episode, we discuss the importance of trusting in God’s guidance over our own understanding. Inspired by The Art of Homeschooling Boldly, we explore how to relax, let go of unrealistic expectations, and focus on teaching our children how to learn. With 2 Corinthians 3:12 as our scripture, we pray for boldness, hope, and the courage to follow God’s path in our homeschooling journey. If you...

In this episode, we explore embracing the unknown in homeschooling. Drawing from The Art of Homeschooling Boldly, we discuss how learning alongside our kids can make us better teachers and lifelong learners. With this week’s scripture focus on Psalm 27:1, we encourage you to let go of fear, embrace the journey, and trust that God is leading your homeschool. Join us as we continue to pray for boldn...

In this episode, we discuss overcoming the victim mindset and embracing our calling as bold homeschooling parents. Drawing from The Art of Homeschooling Boldly, we explore how adding fun and creativity to our homeschool can help us thrive. We also focus on standing firm in faith, putting on the armor of God, and praying for our families and others. Join us as we continue this series on bold prayer...

This week, we’re continuing our series on bold prayer using The Art of Homeschooling Boldly by Kay Chance along with the prayer calendar she created. The scripture focus is from Hebrews 4:16. Join us as we remember that we can come boldly to God’s throne of grace!  You can download the calendar here. This podcast is brought to you by Homeschooling Today magazine. We want to invite you to subscribe...

In this episode, we dive into the concept of bold prayer in homeschooling, drawing from Kay Chance’s The Art of Homeschooling Boldly. We explore how to embrace a fearless approach to education and trust God to guide our unique homeschooling journey. Join us as we pray for strength and boldness in our homes, continuing this series next week. You can download the calendar here. This podcast is broug...

As we get back to our school routines, many are considering the question what do our kids really need? With this in mind, Ashley talks about the beginning of the homeschooling movement and encourages parents to remember what this is all about. She also begins a series on praying over our homes that we will continue next week. One of the catalysts to the homeschooling movement was this amazing inte...

We’ve all dealt with homeschool burnout at one time or another. As we enter a new school year, listen to these insightful suggestions that will help you avoid burnout.  You can watch the full video interview in the Dear Durenda article of the Summer 2024  issue. This podcast is brought to you by Homeschooling Today magazine. We want to invite you to subscribe today and join the growing movement of...

In this episode, Ashley highlights a clip from the interview she did with Mitchell Earl of Praxis . Mitchell was on an educational path that was very traditional until he met a homeschooler who changed his trajectory. Now, Mitchell helps others see the bigger picture of education through his work with Praxis. To learn more about their exclusive $1,000 scholarship for Homeschooling Today families,...

In this interview episode, Ashley talks to Mitchell Earl of Praxis . They discuss how there are many paths to success. College is just a tool you can use and not always the right option. Listen in and decide for yourself whether or not college is the best fit for your child. Praxis has generously offered an exclusive $1,000 scholarship for Homeschooling Today families. To learn more visit discover...

We’ve all been there. Empty and in need of some encouragement and hope. This week, Ashley shares about what it looks like to go from being empty to filled up by a faithful Father. This podcast is brought to you by Homeschooling Today magazine. We want to invite you to subscribe today and join the growing movement of parents who are setting aside comparisons. Taking control of their children’s educ...

In today's episode, Kay looks at the difference between two types of time we see in the new testament. It might just change the way we view what it means to disciple our kids! This podcast is brought to you by Homeschooling Today magazine. We want to invite you to subscribe today and join the growing movement of parents who are setting aside comparisons. Taking control of their children’s educatio...

Kay finishes her series: Dear Mom. After fifteen years of homeschooling, she's been looking back at the things she needed to hear as a younger homeschooling mom. This week she reminds us that it's the little things that matter in Dear Mom of Little Ones. This podcast is brought to you by Homeschooling Today magazine. We want to invite you to subscribe today and join the growing movement of parents...

Kay continues her series: Dear Mom. After fifteen years of homeschooling, she looks back at the things she needed to hear as a younger homeschooling mom. This week she's sharing: Dear Mom, You Need to Rest... and she offers suggestions beyond "just take a nap!“ This podcast is brought to you by Homeschooling Today magazine. We want to invite you to subscribe today and join the growing movement of...

In this episode, Kay begins a series: Dear Mom. After fifteen years of homeschooling, she looks back at the things she needed to hear as a younger homeschooling mom. This week she's sharing: Dear Mom, You Don't Have to Live a Social Media Worthy Life... and why you really don't want to anyway. This podcast is brought to you by Homeschooling Today magazine. We want to invite you to subscribe today...

Ashley’s mom, Debbie Strayer, is back with the final clip we’re sharing from her workshop, Roots Have Fruits. In this episode, She will be talking about what go do when you find weeds in your homeschool garden. She finishes by addressing what really makes a difference in the end when it comes to the seeds we sow. This podcast is brought to you by Homeschooling Today magazine. We want to invite you...

This episode features another audio clip from Ashley’s mom. In her workshop, Roots Have Fruits, Debbie Strayer addresses the seeds we’re sowing in our homeschools. This time she focusses in on the seed of competition and the fruit that is produced because of it. Listen in as she shares valuable insights that will enable us to see things from the right perspective. This podcast is brought to you by...

When it comes to our children’s education, what we sow, we will reap. So what are we sowing? In this episode, Ashley shares a very special clip from a message her mom gave. Debbie’s wisdom comes though clearly as she encourages us to sow the kind of seeds that produce the right fruit. This podcast is brought to you by Homeschooling Today magazine. We want to invite you to subscribe today and join...

The repetition in the midst of this homeschooling life can leave us feeling like what we do is pointless sometimes. The amount of sowing that goes before a harvest can be wearisome to say the least. In this episode, Ashley reminds us why we do what we do and how much it matters even when it feels pointless.  This podcast is brought to you by Homeschooling Today magazine. We want to invite you to s...

As a mom of two adult sons, Kay looks back and asks the question, “What would I do differently, especially in their early years?” Her answer may surprise you! She would DO MORE. Find out what she would do more of and why in today's episode. This podcast is brought to you by Homeschooling Today magazine. We want to invite you to subscribe today and join the growing movement of parents who are setti...