Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution

"Honestly, one of the biggest recommendations I have...is you need to spend at least a good month, if not just your first year of time, just getting back to being a family and what that looks like, because you're changing the dynamics." – Kristi Clover
Are you considering homeschooling? Yvette Hampton and guest, Kristi Clover, dive into the essential aspects of homeschooling in this captivating episode. From understanding state laws to creating a customized curriculum that sparks your child's interests, you'll gain valuable insights and strategies for a successful homeschooling journey. Whether you're new to homeschooling or a seasoned veteran, this episode is filled with practical advice and encouragement for every homeschooling parent.
Come back tomorrow and Friday for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Kristi Clover is a home organization and #momlife expert. She’s also the author of M.O.M.=Master Organizer of Mayhem and Homeschool Basics, the host of the Simply Joyful Podcast, and a popular conference speaker. Her passion is to help Christian women find sanity and joy in the throes of mom life. She loves to share about her adventures in motherhood and home life through a variety of media — including online courses — that you can find at KristiClover.com. Kristi lives in San Diego with her husband, Steve, and their five children.Be sure to connect with Kristi online for an extra dose of encouragement. She’s @KristiClover on most social media networks. You can grab a free digital copy of her Sanity Savers for Moms book at KristiClover.com/sanity.
Discussion Questions:
What are some important considerations to keep in mind when familiarizing yourself with your state's homeschooling laws?
How can the Homeschool Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) be a valuable resource for parents looking to start homeschooling?
In what ways can homeschooling provide flexibility and fewer restrictions, as compared to traditional schooling?
How do concerns about curriculum and sex education in public schools shape the speaker's approach to homeschooling?
What are the primary goals of homeschooling for the speaker, and why are they important?
How does the speaker approach the idea of children making their own choices regarding faith, and what is the role of the parent in this process?
How did Yvette Hampton's personal experience inspire the topic and content of this episode?
What are some alternative methods of learning mentioned in the episode, and how can they be implemented in homeschooling?
How can parents find support from homeschool communities and conventions, and why is this important for their homeschooling journey?
What are some potential benefits and challenges of homeschooling, and how can parents address the challenges and maximize the benefits?
Recommended Resources: 
Podcast Note-Taking Guide
https://www.kristiclover.com/homeschooling
"How to Homeschool" the original document that my friend, Holly Learner gave me as a roadmap for homeschooling.
Homeschool Basics: How to Get Started, Keep Motivated, and Bring Out the Best in Your Kids, by Kristi Clover
M.O.M. – Master Organizer of Mayhem, by Kristi Clover
 
🍿🍿🍿 Stream Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution for FREE today!
 
❤️ ❤️ ❤️ Are you in need of a fresh vision for your homeschool? Join us for 4 days of Homeschool Encouragement at the Homegrown Generation Family Expo. Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% on registration today! 
Free Homeschool Survival Kit 
 
More from Kristi Clover on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Education: The Key to Saving Our Nation – Alex Newman on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Getting Started in Homeschooling - Israel Wayne on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast 
 
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

"We're called to train our kids up in the Lord. And I think it's just so important... I think I've homeschooled long enough now... you start recognizing this lie that we have been told is that trust us, trust the schools. You're not equipped to teach your children. We are equipped to teach your children... God is going to call you and equip you. If he is calling you to parent your child, he's going to equip you in that." – Kristi Clover
Discover how to homeschool successfully with Kristi Clover in this informative episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast. Get expert tips on navigating homeschooling laws, finding curriculum alternatives, and cultivating a love for learning in your children. Join host Yvette Hampton and guest Kristi Clover as they share practical advice and personal experiences to empower and inspire homeschooling parents. Don't miss this valuable resource for anyone considering or currently homeschooling their children.
Come back Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Kristi Clover is a home organization and #momlife expert. She’s also the author of M.O.M.=Master Organizer of Mayhem and Homeschool Basics, the host of the Simply Joyful Podcast, and a popular conference speaker. Her passion is to help Christian women find sanity and joy in the throes of mom life. She loves to share about her adventures in motherhood and home life through a variety of media — including online courses — that you can find at KristiClover.com. Kristi lives in San Diego with her husband, Steve, and their five children.Be sure to connect with Kristi online for an extra dose of encouragement. She’s @KristiClover on most social media networks. You can grab a free digital copy of her Sanity Savers for Moms book at KristiClover.com/sanity.
Discussion Questions:
What are some important considerations to keep in mind when familiarizing yourself with your state's homeschooling laws?
How can the Homeschool Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) be a valuable resource for parents looking to start homeschooling?
In what ways can homeschooling provide flexibility and fewer restrictions, as compared to traditional schooling?
How do concerns about curriculum and sex education in public schools shape the speaker's approach to homeschooling?
What are the primary goals of homeschooling for the speaker, and why are they important?
How does the speaker approach the idea of children making their own choices regarding faith, and what is the role of the parent in this process?
How did Yvette Hampton's personal experience inspire the topic and content of this episode?
What are some alternative methods of learning mentioned in the episode, and how can they be implemented in homeschooling?
How can parents find support from homeschool communities and conventions, and why is this important for their homeschooling journey?
What are some potential benefits and challenges of homeschooling, and how can parents address the challenges and maximize the benefits?
Recommended Resources: 
Podcast Note-Taking Guide
https://www.kristiclover.com/homeschooling
"How to Homeschool" the original document that my friend, Holly Learner gave me as a roadmap for homeschooling.
Homeschool Basics: How to Get Started, Keep Motivated, and Bring Out the Best in Your Kids, by Kristi Clover
M.O.M. – Master Organizer of Mayhem, by Kristi Clover
 
🍿🍿🍿 Stream Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution for FREE today!
 
❤️ ❤️ ❤️ Are you in need of a fresh vision for your homeschool? Join us for 4 days of Homeschool Encouragement at the Homegrown Generation Family Expo. Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% on registration today! 
Free Homeschool Survival Kit 
 
More from Kristi Clover on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Education: The Key to Saving Our Nation – Alex Newman on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Getting Started in Homeschooling - Israel Wayne on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast 
 
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

"Whether it was easier or harder, whatever, whether children were fussing with us or happy with us as parents, it was the philosophy and the theology and the desire to be together as a family that really drove us." – Dr. Brian Ray
Yvette Hampton engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Brian Ray, an esteemed authority on homeschooling research. Explore the Bible's teachings on education and the vital role of parents as primary educators. Discover Dr. Ray's groundbreaking study, which provides compelling evidence on the academic success and overall positive outcomes of homeschooling. Challenge prevailing misconceptions and stereotypes about homeschooling as we unpack the advantages of parent-directed home-based education discipleship. Gain valuable insights on how homeschooling fosters a nurturing environment, enhances engagement, and promotes holistic well-being. Don't miss this empowering episode on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast!
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Dr. Brian Ray is a leading international expert in research on homeschooling and president of the National Home Education Research Institute (NHERI). He has published numerous articles and books, is interviewed by major media, serves as an expert witness in court cases, and testifies to legislatures regarding education. He is a former university professor and public and private school classroom teacher. He holds a Ph.D. (science education, Oregon State University), a M.S. (zoology, Ohio University), and a B.S. (biology, University of Puget Sound), and is a church leader. Brian and Betsy have been married 44 years, have eight children who were all home educated, run a small farm, and have 19 grandchildren. Dr. Ray really enjoys wandering with Betsy, his wife, and being out in the forests and mountains and on adventures. See research at www.nheri.org.
Discussion Questions:
How does Dr. Brian Ray's research challenge the perception that homeschooling is inferior to traditional schooling?
What are some key factors that contribute to the academic success of homeschooled children, according to Dr. Ray's research?
How does Dr. Ray address concerns about child abuse and neglect in homeschooling families, and what data does he present to support his arguments?
How does Dr. Ray's personal background and experiences influence his perspective on homeschooling?
What are some potential drawbacks or challenges of homeschooling that Dr. Ray acknowledges, and how does he address them?
How has the acceptance and perception of homeschooling changed over the years, according to Dr. Ray?
How does homeschooling impact the overall well-being and mental health of children, as discussed by Dr. Ray?
How does Dr. Ray argue that homeschooling can contribute to the improvement of local communities and nations?
What are some practical strategies and suggestions for parents to prioritize their children's well-being in the midst of societal and technological challenges, according to Dr. Ray?
In your opinion, based on the information presented by Dr. Ray, what are the major advantages and disadvantages of homeschooling compared to traditional schooling?
Recommended Resources: 
Podcast Note-Taking Guide
The Gen2 Survey, by NHERI (National Home Education Research Institute) - This study examines adults who attended church growing up and seeks to understand the key influences which either encouraged or deterred them from believing and practicing the faith of their parents.
Answers for Homeschooling: Top 25 Questions Critics Ask, by Israel Wayne
Education: Does God Have an Opinion?, by Israel Wayne
Israel Wayne, Christian Education: A Manifesto 
Education: The Key to Saving Our Nation – Alex Newman on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Getting Started in Homeschooling - Israel Wayne on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast 
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

"Whether it was easier or harder, whatever, whether children were fussing with us or happy with us as parents, it was the philosophy and the theology and the desire to be together as a family that really drove us." – Dr. Brian Ray
Yvette Hampton welcomes Dr. Brian Ray, renowned homeschool researcher, from NHERI (National Home Education Research Institute). Discover the eye-opening results of Dr. Ray's studies, which compare public school, private school, and homeschool children. Uncover the reasons why homeschool children outshine their peers in academic achievement and engagement, particularly in the realm of science education. Join us as we delve into the profound impact of homeschooling on children's well-being, social skills, and mental health.
Come back tomorrow for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Dr. Brian Ray is a leading international expert in research on homeschooling and president of the National Home Education Research Institute (NHERI). He has published numerous articles and books, is interviewed by major media, serves as an expert witness in court cases, and testifies to legislatures regarding education. He is a former university professor and public and private school classroom teacher. He holds a Ph.D. (science education, Oregon State University), a M.S. (zoology, Ohio University), and a B.S. (biology, University of Puget Sound), and is a church leader. Brian and Betsy have been married 44 years, have eight children who were all home educated, run a small farm, and have 19 grandchildren. Dr. Ray really enjoys wandering with Betsy, his wife, and being out in the forests and mountains and on adventures. See research at www.nheri.org.
Discussion Questions:
How does Dr. Brian Ray's research challenge the perception that homeschooling is inferior to traditional schooling?
What are some key factors that contribute to the academic success of homeschooled children, according to Dr. Ray's research?
How does Dr. Ray address concerns about child abuse and neglect in homeschooling families, and what data does he present to support his arguments?
How does Dr. Ray's personal background and experiences influence his perspective on homeschooling?
What are some potential drawbacks or challenges of homeschooling that Dr. Ray acknowledges, and how does he address them?
How has the acceptance and perception of homeschooling changed over the years, according to Dr. Ray?
How does homeschooling impact the overall well-being and mental health of children, as discussed by Dr. Ray?
How does Dr. Ray argue that homeschooling can contribute to the improvement of local communities and nations?
What are some practical strategies and suggestions for parents to prioritize their children's well-being in the midst of societal and technological challenges, according to Dr. Ray?
In your opinion, based on the information presented by Dr. Ray, what are the major advantages and disadvantages of homeschooling compared to traditional schooling?
Recommended Resources: 
Podcast Note-Taking Guide
The Gen2 Survey, by NHERI (National Home Education Research Institute) - This study examines adults who attended church growing up and seeks to understand the key influences which either encouraged or deterred them from believing and practicing the faith of their parents.
Answers for Homeschooling: Top 25 Questions Critics Ask, by Israel Wayne
Education: Does God Have an Opinion?, by Israel Wayne
Israel Wayne, Christian Education: A Manifesto 
Education: The Key to Saving Our Nation – Alex Newman on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Getting Started in Homeschooling - Israel Wayne on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast 
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

"Whether it was easier or harder, whatever, whether children were fussing with us or happy with us as parents, it was the philosophy and the theology and the desire to be together as a family that really drove us." – Dr. Brian Ray
In this enlightening episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, host Yvette Hampton sits down with Dr. Brian Ray, a leading expert in homeschooling research. Discover the surprising findings of Dr. Ray's extensive study on homeschooling, including the positive academic outcomes and improved engagement in science among homeschool children. Dive deep into the biblical perspective on education and the responsibility of parents as the primary educators. Join us as we explore the benefits of parent-directed home-based education discipleship and debunk misconceptions about homeschooling.
Come back Wednesday and Thursday for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Dr. Brian Ray is a leading international expert in research on homeschooling and president of the National Home Education Research Institute (NHERI). He has published numerous articles and books, is interviewed by major media, serves as an expert witness in court cases, and testifies to legislatures regarding education. He is a former university professor and public and private school classroom teacher. He holds a Ph.D. (science education, Oregon State University), a M.S. (zoology, Ohio University), and a B.S. (biology, University of Puget Sound), and is a church leader. Brian and Betsy have been married 44 years, have eight children who were all home educated, run a small farm, and have 19 grandchildren. Dr. Ray really enjoys wandering with Betsy, his wife, and being out in the forests and mountains and on adventures. See research at www.nheri.org.
Discussion Questions:
How does Dr. Brian Ray's research challenge the perception that homeschooling is inferior to traditional schooling?
What are some key factors that contribute to the academic success of homeschooled children, according to Dr. Ray's research?
How does Dr. Ray address concerns about child abuse and neglect in homeschooling families, and what data does he present to support his arguments?
How does Dr. Ray's personal background and experiences influence his perspective on homeschooling?
What are some potential drawbacks or challenges of homeschooling that Dr. Ray acknowledges, and how does he address them?
How has the acceptance and perception of homeschooling changed over the years, according to Dr. Ray?
How does homeschooling impact the overall well-being and mental health of children, as discussed by Dr. Ray?
How does Dr. Ray argue that homeschooling can contribute to the improvement of local communities and nations?
What are some practical strategies and suggestions for parents to prioritize their children's well-being in the midst of societal and technological challenges, according to Dr. Ray?
In your opinion, based on the information presented by Dr. Ray, what are the major advantages and disadvantages of homeschooling compared to traditional schooling?
Recommended Resources: 
Podcast Note-Taking Guide
The Gen2 Survey, by NHERI (National Home Education Research Institute) - This study examines adults who attended church growing up and seeks to understand the key influences which either encouraged or deterred them from believing and practicing the faith of their parents.
Answers for Homeschooling: Top 25 Questions Critics Ask, by Israel Wayne
Education: Does God Have an Opinion?, by Israel Wayne
Israel Wayne, Christian Education: A Manifesto 
Education: The Key to Saving Our Nation – Alex Newman on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Getting Started in Homeschooling - Israel Wayne on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast 
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

“If you make homeschooling an ultimate thing instead of a subordinate thing in service of the truth of God and the love of God in Christ Jesus for sinners, that kind of truth and knowledge that homeschooling itself will be perverted. It will become an idolatrous demon that devours you and your kids wholesale.” – Missy Andrews
Yvette Hampton welcomes guest Missy Andrews, from the Center For Lit, who shares her homeschooling journey and her passion for moms, homeschooling, and discipleship. Missy reflects on her own experience with homeschooling, acknowledging its noble purpose but also the damage she caused when making it an ultimate thing. Throughout the episode, Missy emphasizes the importance of knowing one's identity, which comes from God.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Missy Andrews shares her realization that true identity and grace come from God, leading to a change in her understanding of education and a gracious approach to homeschooling. She highlights the importance of admitting ignorance and the need for God in the learning process. Missy discusses the liberation from performanceism and perfectionism.
The interview dives into the importance of recognizing sins, self-reflection, and repentance as a way to address and rectify mistakes made in homeschooling. Missy encourages parents to be honest and open with their children about their own flaws and sinfulness, giving them permission to examine and confess their own sins.
Discussion Questions:
How has your understanding of your own identity been shaped by societal expectations and the search for validation in the wrong places?
In what ways have you observed parents, homeschooling or otherwise, conflate their own personal worth with the success or failure of their children's education?
Have you ever experienced a situation where you unintentionally made someone, whether it be a child or someone else, a means to your own success? How did you reconcile and rectify that situation?
How can we create a safe and transparent environment with our children where they feel comfortable admitting their own flaws and mistakes?
How do you personally understand and navigate the tension between aiming for excellence in education and guarding against turning it into an idol?
Reflect on a time when you felt pressure to succeed in a particular area, and how that impacted your sense of self-worth. How were you able to find value in something beyond the pursuit of success?
Have there been moments in your own parenting or educational journey that served as a wake-up call or learning opportunity, revealing the truth about your own character or need for God's grace?
How does the concept of recognizing our sins and repenting impact the way we approach our own personal growth and development as parents, educators, or mentors?
In what ways can our failures and mistakes as parents or educators actually become opportunities for growth and transformation, both for ourselves and for our children?
How does understanding the historical life, death, and resurrection of Jesus inform and shape the way we approach our homeschooling or educational endeavors? How does it bring liberation and delight to the learning process?
Recommended Resources: 
My Divine Comedy: A Mother's Homeschooling Journey, by Missy Andrews
CenterForLit.com
BiblioFiles Podcast
Center for Lit - Teaching the Classics Basic Seminar
Reading Roadmaps, by Missy Andrews
The Art of Learning - Missy Andrews, Part 1
The Art of Learning - Missy Andrews, Part 2
Avoiding the Pitfalls - Missy Andrews, Part 3
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

“If you make homeschooling an ultimate thing instead of a subordinate thing in service of the truth of God and the love of God in Christ Jesus for sinners, that kind of truth and knowledge that homeschooling itself will be perverted. It will become an idolatrous demon that devours you and your kids wholesale.” – Missy Andrews
Yvette Hampton welcomes guest Missy Andrews, from the Center For Lit, who shares her homeschooling journey and her passion for moms, homeschooling, and discipleship. Missy reflects on her own experience with homeschooling, acknowledging its noble purpose but also the damage she caused when making it an ultimate thing. Throughout the episode, Missy emphasizes the importance of knowing one's identity, which comes from God.
Come back tomorrow for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Missy Andrews shares her realization that true identity and grace come from God, leading to a change in her understanding of education and a gracious approach to homeschooling. She highlights the importance of admitting ignorance and the need for God in the learning process. Missy discusses the liberation from performanceism and perfectionism.
The interview dives into the importance of recognizing sins, self-reflection, and repentance as a way to address and rectify mistakes made in homeschooling. Missy encourages parents to be honest and open with their children about their own flaws and sinfulness, giving them permission to examine and confess their own sins.
Discussion Questions:
How has your understanding of your own identity been shaped by societal expectations and the search for validation in the wrong places?
In what ways have you observed parents, homeschooling or otherwise, conflate their own personal worth with the success or failure of their children's education?
Have you ever experienced a situation where you unintentionally made someone, whether it be a child or someone else, a means to your own success? How did you reconcile and rectify that situation?
How can we create a safe and transparent environment with our children where they feel comfortable admitting their own flaws and mistakes?
How do you personally understand and navigate the tension between aiming for excellence in education and guarding against turning it into an idol?
Reflect on a time when you felt pressure to succeed in a particular area, and how that impacted your sense of self-worth. How were you able to find value in something beyond the pursuit of success?
Have there been moments in your own parenting or educational journey that served as a wake-up call or learning opportunity, revealing the truth about your own character or need for God's grace?
How does the concept of recognizing our sins and repenting impact the way we approach our own personal growth and development as parents, educators, or mentors?
In what ways can our failures and mistakes as parents or educators actually become opportunities for growth and transformation, both for ourselves and for our children?
How does understanding the historical life, death, and resurrection of Jesus inform and shape the way we approach our homeschooling or educational endeavors? How does it bring liberation and delight to the learning process?
Recommended Resources: 
My Divine Comedy: A Mother's Homeschooling Journey, by Missy Andrews
CenterForLit.com
BiblioFiles Podcast
Center for Lit - Teaching the Classics Basic Seminar
Reading Roadmaps, by Missy Andrews
The Art of Learning - Missy Andrews, Part 1
The Art of Learning - Missy Andrews, Part 2
Avoiding the Pitfalls - Missy Andrews, Part 3
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

“If you make homeschooling an ultimate thing instead of a subordinate thing in service of the truth of God and the love of God in Christ Jesus for sinners, that kind of truth and knowledge that homeschooling itself will be perverted. It will become an idolatrous demon that devours you and your kids wholesale.” – Missy Andrews
Yvette Hampton welcomes guest Missy Andrews, from the Center For Lit, who shares her homeschooling journey and her passion for moms, homeschooling, and discipleship. Missy reflects on her own experience with homeschooling, acknowledging its noble purpose but also the damage she caused when making it an ultimate thing. Throughout the episode, Missy emphasizes the importance of knowing one's identity, which comes from God.
Come back Wednesday and Thursday for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Missy Andrews shares her realization that true identity and grace come from God, leading to a change in her understanding of education and a gracious approach to homeschooling. She highlights the importance of admitting ignorance and the need for God in the learning process. Missy discusses the liberation from performanceism and perfectionism.
The interview dives into the importance of recognizing sins, self-reflection, and repentance as a way to address and rectify mistakes made in homeschooling. Missy encourages parents to be honest and open with their children about their own flaws and sinfulness, giving them permission to examine and confess their own sins.
Discussion Questions:
How has your understanding of your own identity been shaped by societal expectations and the search for validation in the wrong places?
In what ways have you observed parents, homeschooling or otherwise, conflate their own personal worth with the success or failure of their children's education?
Have you ever experienced a situation where you unintentionally made someone, whether it be a child or someone else, a means to your own success? How did you reconcile and rectify that situation?
How can we create a safe and transparent environment with our children where they feel comfortable admitting their own flaws and mistakes?
How do you personally understand and navigate the tension between aiming for excellence in education and guarding against turning it into an idol?
Reflect on a time when you felt pressure to succeed in a particular area, and how that impacted your sense of self-worth. How were you able to find value in something beyond the pursuit of success?
Have there been moments in your own parenting or educational journey that served as a wake-up call or learning opportunity, revealing the truth about your own character or need for God's grace?
How does the concept of recognizing our sins and repenting impact the way we approach our own personal growth and development as parents, educators, or mentors?
In what ways can our failures and mistakes as parents or educators actually become opportunities for growth and transformation, both for ourselves and for our children?
How does understanding the historical life, death, and resurrection of Jesus inform and shape the way we approach our homeschooling or educational endeavors? How does it bring liberation and delight to the learning process?
Recommended Resources: 
My Divine Comedy: A Mother's Homeschooling Journey, by Missy Andrews
CenterForLit.com
BiblioFiles Podcast
Center for Lit - Teaching the Classics Basic Seminar
Reading Roadmaps, by Missy Andrews
The Art of Learning - Missy Andrews, Part 1
The Art of Learning - Missy Andrews, Part 2
Avoiding the Pitfalls - Missy Andrews, Part 3
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

“God oftentimes uses distractions to challenge us in what we're prioritizing.” – Katie Waalkes
Katie Waalkes joins Yvette Hampton to share her experience as a highly distracted homeschool mom. She discovers her own ADHD tendencies through her child's therapy sessions and encourages other moms who can relate to their natural tendencies or external circumstances. Katie emphasizes the importance of character over curriculum, and how homeschooling provides an opportunity to prepare children for life, not just academics. She discusses the challenges of distractions and offers strategies such as anchoring the day, breaking it into chunks, and using sensory engagement during learning. Katie also shares practical tips for organizing tasks and protecting focused homeschooling hours. Yvette and Katie pray for the podcast to encourage and honor the Lord, as Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast aims to equip parents and homeschoolers with biblical truth. Join Yvette and Katie as they dive into the topic of the highly distracted homeschool mom and offer guidance and encouragement along the way.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Katie Waalkes is a wife of 14 years, mother to 6 kids, most of whom have special needs with a mixture of medical diagnosis & special learning needs.
She is passionate about encouraging parents in their biblical parenting and helping homeschool moms in their journey. Katie has a unique perspective on homeschooling as both she and her husband grew up homeschooled. As a second-generation homeschooler, she has been both the student and teacher and has much to offer on the topic. She hopes to be able to help you start making the most of the little moments in life as the mundane moments are often the most impactful.
Discussion Questions:
How does Katie define distracted homeschooling? Can you relate to her experiences as a highly distracted homeschool mom?
How does Katie emphasize the importance of character over curriculum? In what ways can we prioritize character-building in our homeschooling journey?
What are some teaching moments and opportunities that parents often miss out on when their children are separated from them for long periods? How can we be more intentional in seizing those opportunities?
What are some strategies that Katie shares for overcoming distractions and staying focused in homeschooling? How do you anchor your day and help your children develop refocusing skills?
How does Katie view distractions in the journey of parenting? How can distractions actually benefit our children's growth and our own journey towards Jesus?
What are some challenges that Katie identifies in her homeschooling journey, such as changing curriculums and inconsistent expectations? How can we address these challenges and ensure a more consistent homeschooling experience?
Katie's children have special needs. How does she adapt her homeschooling approach to cater to each child's individual needs and abilities? How can we accommodate our children's unique learning styles and challenges?
How does Katie view multitasking? Why is it important to block off specific hours for homeschooling and protect those hours from external distractions and appointments?
Katie suggests creating a minimalist environment and using noise-canceling headphones to reduce distractions. How can we create a homeschooling environment that promotes focus and minimizes distractions?
In what ways can we seek a heart change and rely on God's guidance to overcome the challenges of distracted homeschooling? How can prayer and seeking the Lord's wisdom help us in our homeschooling journey?
Recommended Resources: 
https://lifeinthemundane.com
https://www.youtube.com/lifeinthemundane
M.O.M. Master Organizer of Mayhem: Simple Solutions to Organize Chaos and Bring More Joy into Your Home, by Kristi Clover
Organizing the Mayhem, with Kristi Clover on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Homeschool Planning: Step by Step with Pam Barnhill on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
 
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

“God oftentimes uses distractions to challenge us in what we're prioritizing.” – Katie Waalkes
Katie Waalkes joins Yvette Hampton to share her experience as a highly distracted homeschool mom. She discovers her own ADHD tendencies through her child's therapy sessions and encourages other moms who can relate to their natural tendencies or external circumstances. Katie emphasizes the importance of character over curriculum, and how homeschooling provides an opportunity to prepare children for life, not just academics. She discusses the challenges of distractions and offers strategies such as anchoring the day, breaking it into chunks, and using sensory engagement during learning. Katie also shares practical tips for organizing tasks and protecting focused homeschooling hours. Yvette and Katie pray for the podcast to encourage and honor the Lord, as Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast aims to equip parents and homeschoolers with biblical truth. Join Yvette and Katie as they dive into the topic of the highly distracted homeschool mom and offer guidance and encouragement along the way.
Come back tomorrow for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Katie Waalkes is a wife of 14 years, mother to 6 kids, most of whom have special needs with a mixture of medical diagnosis & special learning needs.
She is passionate about encouraging parents in their biblical parenting and helping homeschool moms in their journey. Katie has a unique perspective on homeschooling as both she and her husband grew up homeschooled. As a second-generation homeschooler, she has been both the student and teacher and has much to offer on the topic. She hopes to be able to help you start making the most of the little moments in life as the mundane moments are often the most impactful.
Discussion Questions:
How does Katie define distracted homeschooling? Can you relate to her experiences as a highly distracted homeschool mom?
How does Katie emphasize the importance of character over curriculum? In what ways can we prioritize character-building in our homeschooling journey?
What are some teaching moments and opportunities that parents often miss out on when their children are separated from them for long periods? How can we be more intentional in seizing those opportunities?
What are some strategies that Katie shares for overcoming distractions and staying focused in homeschooling? How do you anchor your day and help your children develop refocusing skills?
How does Katie view distractions in the journey of parenting? How can distractions actually benefit our children's growth and our own journey towards Jesus?
What are some challenges that Katie identifies in her homeschooling journey, such as changing curriculums and inconsistent expectations? How can we address these challenges and ensure a more consistent homeschooling experience?
Katie's children have special needs. How does she adapt her homeschooling approach to cater to each child's individual needs and abilities? How can we accommodate our children's unique learning styles and challenges?
How does Katie view multitasking? Why is it important to block off specific hours for homeschooling and protect those hours from external distractions and appointments?
Katie suggests creating a minimalist environment and using noise-canceling headphones to reduce distractions. How can we create a homeschooling environment that promotes focus and minimizes distractions?
In what ways can we seek a heart change and rely on God's guidance to overcome the challenges of distracted homeschooling? How can prayer and seeking the Lord's wisdom help us in our homeschooling journey?
Recommended Resources: 
https://lifeinthemundane.com
https://www.youtube.com/lifeinthemundane
M.O.M. Master Organizer of Mayhem: Simple Solutions to Organize Chaos and Bring More Joy into Your Home, by Kristi Clover
Organizing the Mayhem, with Kristi Clover on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Homeschool Planning: Step by Step with Pam Barnhill on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
 
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

“God oftentimes uses distractions to challenge us in what we're prioritizing.” – Katie Waalkes
Katie Waalkes joins Yvette Hampton to share her experience as a highly distracted homeschool mom. She discovers her own ADHD tendencies through her child's therapy sessions and encourages other moms who can relate to their natural tendencies or external circumstances. Katie emphasizes the importance of character over curriculum, and how homeschooling provides an opportunity to prepare children for life, not just academics. She discusses the challenges of distractions and offers strategies such as anchoring the day, breaking it into chunks, and using sensory engagement during learning. Katie also shares practical tips for organizing tasks and protecting focused homeschooling hours. Yvette and Katie pray for the podcast to encourage and honor the Lord, as Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast aims to equip parents and homeschoolers with biblical truth. Join Yvette and Katie as they dive into the topic of the highly distracted homeschool mom and offer guidance and encouragement along the way.
Come back Wednesday and Thursday for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Katie Waalkes is a wife of 14 years, mother to 6 kids, most of whom have special needs with a mixture of medical diagnosis & special learning needs.
She is passionate about encouraging parents in their biblical parenting and helping homeschool moms in their journey. Katie has a unique perspective on homeschooling as both she and her husband grew up homeschooled. As a second-generation homeschooler, she has been both the student and teacher and has much to offer on the topic. She hopes to be able to help you start making the most of the little moments in life as the mundane moments are often the most impactful.
Discussion Questions:
How does Katie define distracted homeschooling? Can you relate to her experiences as a highly distracted homeschool mom?
How does Katie emphasize the importance of character over curriculum? In what ways can we prioritize character-building in our homeschooling journey?
What are some teaching moments and opportunities that parents often miss out on when their children are separated from them for long periods? How can we be more intentional in seizing those opportunities?
What are some strategies that Katie shares for overcoming distractions and staying focused in homeschooling? How do you anchor your day and help your children develop refocusing skills?
How does Katie view distractions in the journey of parenting? How can distractions actually benefit our children's growth and our own journey towards Jesus?
What are some challenges that Katie identifies in her homeschooling journey, such as changing curriculums and inconsistent expectations? How can we address these challenges and ensure a more consistent homeschooling experience?
Katie's children have special needs. How does she adapt her homeschooling approach to cater to each child's individual needs and abilities? How can we accommodate our children's unique learning styles and challenges?
How does Katie view multitasking? Why is it important to block off specific hours for homeschooling and protect those hours from external distractions and appointments?
Katie suggests creating a minimalist environment and using noise-canceling headphones to reduce distractions. How can we create a homeschooling environment that promotes focus and minimizes distractions?
In what ways can we seek a heart change and rely on God's guidance to overcome the challenges of distracted homeschooling? How can prayer and seeking the Lord's wisdom help us in our homeschooling journey?
Recommended Resources: 
https://lifeinthemundane.com
https://www.youtube.com/lifeinthemundane
M.O.M. Master Organizer of Mayhem: Simple Solutions to Organize Chaos and Bring More Joy into Your Home, by Kristi Clover
Organizing the Mayhem, with Kristi Clover on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Homeschool Planning: Step by Step with Pam Barnhill on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
 
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

“The online world has removed us from generational wisdom and relationships. It has become a place where anyone can learn anything, without any personal connection.” – Aby Rinella
Aby Rinella joins Yvette Hampton to talk about the impact of social media on real relationships and to give a Biblical picture of the original influencer.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
“We ignore the women that have seen more years and hold more wisdom than we can imagine. Instead, we look to our peers for advice on the other side of the screen, who “influence” us based on a motive to grow a platform.” - Aby Rinella
Topics discussed in this three-part interview:
How social media influences moms (and their families)
Who the original influencers were, and what the Bible has to has about relationship, learning, and influence
What real community looks like and how to build it in your life
Hallmarks of real relationships
The truth about social media influencers
The homeschool moms can avoid the social media trap
Final encouragement for cultivating lasting relationships with impact.
Recommended Resources: 
Read more from Aby Rinella on her blog - calledtothetop.com
More from Aby Rinella on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Watch Aby Rinella's sessions from the 2020 and 2023 Homegrown Generation Family Expo
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

“The online world has removed us from generational wisdom and relationships. It has become a place where anyone can learn anything, without any personal connection.” – Aby Rinella
Aby Rinella joins Yvette Hampton to talk about the impact of social media on real relationships and to give a Biblical picture of the original influencer.
Come back tomorrow for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
“We ignore the women that have seen more years and hold more wisdom than we can imagine. Instead, we look to our peers for advice on the other side of the screen, who “influence” us based on a motive to grow a platform.” - Aby Rinella
Topics discussed in this three-part interview:
How social media influences moms (and their families)
Who the original influencers were, and what the Bible has to has about relationship, learning, and influence
What real community looks like and how to build it in your life
Hallmarks of real relationships
The truth about social media influencers
The homeschool moms can avoid the social media trap
Final encouragement for cultivating lasting relationships with impact.
Recommended Resources: 
Read more from Aby Rinella on her blog - calledtothetop.com
More from Aby Rinella on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Watch Aby Rinella's sessions from the 2020 and 2023 Homegrown Generation Family Expo
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

“The online world has removed us from generational wisdom and relationships. It has become a place where anyone can learn anything, without any personal connection.” – Aby Rinella
Aby Rinella joins Yvette Hampton to talk about the impact of social media on real relationships and to give a Biblical picture of the original influencer.
Come back Wednesday and Thursday for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
“We ignore the women that have seen more years and hold more wisdom than we can imagine. Instead, we look to our peers for advice on the other side of the screen, who “influence” us based on a motive to grow a platform.” - Aby Rinella
Topics discussed in this three-part interview:
How social media influences moms (and their families)
Who the original influencers were, and what the Bible has to has about relationship, learning, and influence
What real community looks like and how to build it in your life
Hallmarks of real relationships
The truth about social media influencers
The homeschool moms can avoid the social media trap
Final encouragement for cultivating lasting relationships with impact.
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Read more from Aby Rinella on her blog - calledtothetop.com
More from Aby Rinella on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Watch Aby Rinella's sessions from the 2020 and 2023 Homegrown Generation Family Expo
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
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SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
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Homeschooling isn't a vending machine and won't save our kids.  We aren't the Holy Spirit and we must rest in the work of Christ on our behalf for our salvation and identity.
Amy Sloan joins Yvette Hampton to talk about homeschooling and the Gospel.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Questions Answered and Topics Covered:
Why understanding the WHY of homeschooling is so important
Why we must know what we are running to and how to get there
Why homeschooling doesn’t guarantee the salvation of our kids
Why all kids respond differently even when we use the same methods, and since every kid is different, how we can cater our homeschool, parenting, and discipleship to each individual child
Nurturing relationships in the midst of hard seasons or with difficult children
The role of the Holy Spirit in salvation and in Christian living
What it means to rest in the work of Christ on our behalf and for our identity
What to do as moms when we feel tired and worn out
How the good news of the Gospel bring peace and hope to our homeschooling and families
Practical ways to point our kids to Jesus on a regular basis
Final encouragement o the parent who's doing it all "right," yet their child just isn't responding
Recommended Resources: 
HumilityandDoxology.com
Homeschool Conversations With Humility and Doxology Podcast
Humility and Doxology on YouTube
Humility and Doxology on Instagram
Humility and Doxology on Facebook
Related Podcast Episodes: 
Teaching the Classical Method - Amy Sloan on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast (Homeschool Surivival Series)
Watch on YouTube
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)

Homeschooling isn't a vending machine and won't save our kids.  We aren't the Holy Spirit and we must rest in the work of Christ on our behalf for our salvation and identity.
Amy Sloan joins Yvette Hampton to talk about homeschooling and the Gospel.
Come back tomorrow for the rest of this important conversation.
Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.
Questions Answered and Topics Covered:
Why understanding the WHY of homeschooling is so important
Why we must know what we are running to and how to get there
Why homeschooling doesn’t guarantee the salvation of our kids
Why all kids respond differently even when we use the same methods, and since every kid is different, how we can cater our homeschool, parenting, and discipleship to each individual child
Nurturing relationships in the midst of hard seasons or with difficult children
The role of the Holy Spirit in salvation and in Christian living
What it means to rest in the work of Christ on our behalf and for our identity
What to do as moms when we feel tired and worn out
How the good news of the Gospel bring peace and hope to our homeschooling and families
Practical ways to point our kids to Jesus on a regular basis
Final encouragement o the parent who's doing it all "right," yet their child just isn't responding
Recommended Resources: 
HumilityandDoxology.com
Homeschool Conversations With Humility and Doxology Podcast
Humility and Doxology on YouTube
Humility and Doxology on Instagram
Humility and Doxology on Facebook
Related Podcast Episodes: 
Teaching the Classical Method - Amy Sloan on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast (Homeschool Surivival Series)
Watch on YouTube
 
It's not too late to enjoy the Homegrown Generation Family Expo - now at a new, lower price! Register today for lifetime access to every session - and BONUS access to the 2020 conference.
Use the coupon code PODCAST to save 25% when you register today.
Register at HomegrownGeneration.com.
 
Support Schoolhouse Rocked!
Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Please consider donating to support Schoolhouse Rocked.
 
Be the most popular mom in your co-op. Get your Schoolhouse Rocked merch here.
SPONSORS:
CTCMath - CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.
BJU Press Homeschool provides complete curriculum for preschool through 12th grade with both traditional textbooks and video courses available. Education from a Christian worldview reshapes how children see the world. BJU Press materials teach Christ's power and lordship through the Big Story of creation.
The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.
Apologia – Apologia is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.
The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is proud to be a member of the Christian Podcast Community.
 
Connect with us:
@schoolhouse_rocked on Instagram
Schoolhouse Rocked on Facebook
Schoolhouse Rocked on YouTube
@SRHomeschool on Twitter
Schoolhouse Rocked Website (Blog, Newsletter, Support, Store, Movie, and More!)