By Shari McMinn And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. (Acts 2:42 ESV) In my blog post last month, I shared about creating a support net for your special needs child,...
The Conference Changed My Family’s Life
By Julianna Duerksen Twenty-six years ago, my mom showed up with six-month-old me to attend her first-ever CHEC Homeschool Conference. The halls were bustling with enthusiasm, she remembers, as that first generation of homeschoolers planned and...
Homeschool Community Makes a Difference!
By Guest Author Natalie Ambrose, Though the homeschool community grew substantially in recent years, home education can still sometimes feel like an “outsider,” fringe place. Many homeschooling families will intentionally seek out pods of community...
Lessons on Homeschool Community … from Geese!
By Guest Author Barbara West This fall when you see geese heading south for the winter, you will notice them flying along in a “V” formation. What might be of interest to you is what has been discovered about why they fly in this formation. As each...
What’s a Homeschool Group All About?
By Amy PentimoneWhether you’re just starting out on your homeschool adventure or continuing on the journey, having support as you go is a huge help. Thankfully, homeschool groups exist throughout Colorado, as a place to enjoy the fellowship of...
Keeping the Home in Homeschooling
Dealing with Extracurriculars by guest author Marcia Washburn Do you ever wonder, "If a woman's place is in the home, why am I always in the car?" Do you find yourself hurrying children through chores and schoolwork to get to lessons, co-op...
Free Field Trips for Homeschoolers
By Julianna Dotten Don't let the cost of museum admission stop you from taking your children on field trips! Did you know many county libraries have free admission cards to museums, state parks, and more? Here are the highlights on what's...
4 Reasons to Join a Homeschool Group
Why join a homeschool group? Here are four reasons from the newly updated Colorado Homeschooling Guidebook, chapter 9, “Homeschool Groups.” The Need for Support in Homeschooling The need for encouragement and support along the journey is one thread...











