CHEC Blog
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:
Why Homeschool Testing & Assessments Are a Tool, Not a Toil
by Shari McMinn There are many outside the homeschool world who would criticize the choices we make to home educate. They question our ability with, “How are you qualified?” or “Why do you think you can do a better job than trained professionals?” I had multiple...
How Do I Help My Homeschooled Teen Prepare to Launch Into Adulthood?
Preparing your teen to launch into adulthood is an exciting milestone, but exploring all the available options can also be intimidating. Learn how to move forward confidently from three mentors who’ve been in your shoes.
The Golden Rule
by Colleen Enos We have all heard the Golden Rule, based on Matthew 7:12, which commands that we treat others the way we would like to be treated. But have you heard of the Golden Rule of Money? This rule says that “He who has the gold makes the rules.” It is a truth...
Revisiting Your Homeschool Vision and Mission
by Renée Gotcher Do you struggle to avoid the comparison trap? Are you second-guessing your curriculum and activity choices, contemplating what you should change as you learn about newer options promising “better” outcomes? Are you starting to wonder how you will stay...
Identity: What is Social Emotional Learning?
by Shari McMinn Known by the acronym SEL, social-emotional learning is a popular topic amongst professional educators who administer or teach in institutional schools. This is the definition of SEL from the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural...