By Guest Author John Sowash It’s pretty easy to notice the negative impact technology has on society. You may be inclined to minimize the amount of technology you allow in your home, and I wouldn’t argue with you if you were. After all, aimless use...
Legislative Update May 5th, 2021
By Carolyn Martin (CHEC Director of Government Relations) A Prayer for Our State Tomorrow, Thursday, May 6th is the National Day of Prayer. I hope a lot of you will join me at the Capitol on the west steps from 11am to 2pm!In honor of the National...
Unique Learners: Up from Their Baseline
By Shari McMinn This spring I had the privilege of editing and updating CHEC’s popular and essential publication, The Homeschool Guidebook for Colorado. Published more than 30 years ago, then fully updated and reprinted in softcover in 2016, this...
Legislative Update April 21, 2021
By Carolyn Martin (CHEC Director of Government Relations) Our Nation Needs Prayer During the Constitutional Convention, as the members struggled to reach consensus, Benjamin Franklin rose and addressed the assembly with these words: “In this...
2 Tips to Inspire a Love of Learning
By Guest Author Kerry Beck Many parents pull their children from school because they want to give their kids a better education and a love of learning. How do you inspire your kids to love learning on their own? Let’s take a step back and ask a few...
Legislative Update April 7th, 2021
By Carolyn Martin (CHEC Director of Government Relations) Take One Small Step Forward Last week I attended an event where two foreigners spoke about the future of America. One was from New Zealand, the other from the United Kingdom. Their nations...
What is Your ‘Family Economy’?
By Guest Author Rory Groves It was a hot and humid September day for our first time vendoring at our town’s farmers’ market a few years ago. Crayons were melting in the black walnut crayon holders I made earlier in the week. Our main products were...
Unique Learners: The Importance of a Rhythmic Routine
By Shari McMinn When I speak with parents who are raising unique children and they share their struggles with me in hopes of getting some helpful guidance, often the first thing I ask them is, “Have you established a steady routine for yourself and...









