Convention, Decisions, Encouragement, God's Plan, Homeschool, Mothers, Planning, Support Groups
by Karen D. Koch We all need mentors in many areas of our life, and homeschooling is no different. When I first began homeschooling, I was desperately in need of advice, support, and practical support. I was blessed to join Napa Valley Home Educators that provided...
Decisions, Encouragement, Family, God's Plan, Graduation, High School, Homeschool, Planning, Teens, World View
by Karen D. Koch (I wrote this article nearly five years ago, and amazingly, am now on the cusp of graduating my second child from homeschool/high school and my oldest from college at age 19. It’s been a crazy journey, but I’m sending courage to those of...
Curriculum, Encouragement, God's Plan, Homeschool, Mothers, Reading, Special Learners
by Karen D. Koch Back in my early days of homeschool about 12 years ago, I had a moment of extreme panic. (More than one, but we’ll focus on just one today). My second child couldn’t read. He didn’t know most of his letters–didn’t care,...
Convention, Decisions, God's Plan, Homeschool
Important Ministry Update from the Chairman of the Board The CHEA Board of Directors met Thursday, July 30 to review the ministry’s financial situation, and we want to provide an update to our Members and supporters. First a few facts: CHEA is a non-profit...
Encouragement, God's Plan, Homeschool, World View
Here are a few things our supporters have said this week about CHEA: Jamie De Silvia I appreciate a few things about CHEA: 1. Local and web-based support for me as a school leader/administrator 2. Continual reminders to keep Christ #1 and focus on the spiritual call...
Encouragement, God's Plan, Homeschool
by Susan K. Stewart CHEA Communications Adviser Once again the determination of homeschool parents to protect their children swayed the outcome of the legislation process. On September 29, Family Protection Ministries (FPM), Home School Legal Defense Association...