February is Halfway!

Encouragement, Holidays, Homeschool

by Connie Burroughs Celebrating the New Year has left some of you with a sense of excitement … a fresh new start! On the other hand, some of you feel overwhelmed trying to get back in the swing of things after the busy Christmas season. The inspiring book, One...

Get to know CHEA’s Executive Director

Encouragement, Homeschool

Some of you may know Angela Lasch if you are part of our Support Network, or if you’ve ever called the CHEA office. If you know her, it is not a surprise to you that her true giftings would lead her to CHEA’s Executive Director position. Let’s sit...

What is CHEA Thankful For?

Encouragement, Holidays

“Oh give thanks to the Lord; call upon his name; make known his deeds among the peoples!” 1 Chronicles 16:8 (ESV) As we prepare for Thanksgiving this week, we hope that you will take the time to pause and reflect on all that the Lord has done for you and your family...

Finding the Silver Lining

Encouragement, God's Plan

by Katie Julius The month of November is often one where we focus on the things for which we are thankful. While we should always be grateful and be looking for things in our lives to give thanks for, it tends to happen in a more intentional way this time of year....

When You’re Not Ready

Back To School, Encouragement, Homeschool

by Katie Julius It’s the start of another school year. Normally, this brings feelings of excited anticipation as a new school year signals a fresh start. You stock up on your favorite school supplies (yes, homeschoolers do use school supplies!). Your fresh new...

Nurturing All the Special Needs in Your Family

Encouragement, Homeschool, Special Learners

by Melissa Dean As mom to four children with special needs, I have made a lot of mistakes juggling family relationships. I wish I could say that the wisdom I share springs from the things I did well, but honestly, most of it comes in the form of hard-learned lessons...