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...
Legislative Update March 17th, 2021
By Carolyn Martin (CHEC Director of Government Relations) Male & Female He Created Them (Genesis 1:27) Webster’s 1828 Dictionary defines gender as: "A sex, male or female." The terms gender and sex were often intertwined in the past....
Legislative Update March 3rd, 2021
By Carolyn Martin (CHEC Director of Government Relations) The State of the Legislature Navigating the Capitol during this unique season we find ourselves in has been challenging on many levels. Fear dominates almost every interaction. A cloud of...
Remembering the End Goals: Hope for the Weary Homeschool Mom
By Guest Author Courtney Duncan If you are anything like me, there are always certain seasons of the year when you feel a lack of motivation regarding your homeschool. An example is the beginning of the 2nd semester, with its loooong stretch to the...









