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Christian Home Educators of Colorado
CHEC Blog Posts
Welcome to the CHEC Blog! Here, you’ll find inspiring stories, practical tips, and valuable resources to support your homeschooling journey. Whether you’re looking for creative ideas, encouragement, or updates on homeschooling laws and events, our blog is your go-to source. Dive in and discover how to make your homeschooling experience enriching and fulfilling!
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Below are the most recent blog post for each topic:
You Can Homeschool on a Budget Without Government Funding
Right now, school choice and vouchers for homeschooling are hot topics of discussion in Colorado. But what are the consequences for accepting tax-payer funding for private homeschools or for families to participate in public school “homeschool” programs? How in a...
Am I Preparing My Teen for Success After High School?
by Renée Gotcher Whether you are new to homeschooling teens, a few years into your journey with high school on the horizon, or still considering whether to homeschool through the high school years, you are probably struggling with concerns like: What if I’m not...
Not So Smart Hearings
by Colleen Enos The last two weeks have been full of SMART Act (State Measurement for Accountable, Responsive, and Transparent Government) hearings at the Capitol with a smattering of committee work on bills. The Joint Judiciary Committee met for three days, and the...
Does Your Homeschool Need a Mid-Year Makeover?
by guest author Marcia Washburn It’s January — that month we face with combined anticipation and dread. We’ve negotiated the busy Christmas season and, perhaps, have some new ideas and new equipment (Christmas gifts!) to try in our homeschools. But the thought of...
School at Home is Different: Transitioning Your Unique Learner from Institutional School
by Shari McMinn With the new year, many families — for a variety of reasons — are beginning a whole new lifestyle with their first attempt at homeschooling. This may include you and your student with unique learning needs. Whether from government-funded or private...