<![CDATA[The Homeschool Loftcast]]>4defa126-9461-4f1b-9bbf-affe98b9c6acFri, 31 Mar 2023 12:00:12 +0000Captivate.fmTina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetznerhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/d5a31e1d-d8ad-4e71-93e2-ddde24765f3e/rbOBpQKSBCcWKJFMty9DCl3J.jpgThe Homeschool LoftcastTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerA podcast featuring encouragement and down-to-earth, practical advice for homeschooling parents everywhere. Hosted by homeschooling veterans Jenny Tetzner and Tina Hollenbeck.https://www.homeschoolloftcast.com/noepisodicnopodcastRaising Children to Greatness with Britton LaTulippeRaising Children to Greatness with Britton LaTulippeToday we are honored to speak with Britton LaTulippe, a homeschooling father of eight kids and founder / president of Blue Manor Education and Blue Manor Online Academy. Britton is the author of over 70 children's books, the creator of several early-learning curriculum sets, and author of The Art of Raising Children to Greatness series. After attending an elite prep school in Virginia, Britton realized that the greatest disparity between the rich and poor was not their wealth, but the quality of their education. Now, it's Britton's mission to bring elite education into the world of homeschooling.

Links:

Blue Manor Education: https://bluemanoreducation.com

Blue Manor Online Academy: https://www.bluemanoracademy.com

The Art of Raising Children to Greatness: https://www.amazon.com/Education-Art-Raising-Children-Greatness/dp/1660150825

]]>Today we are honored to speak with Britton LaTulippe, a homeschooling father of eight kids and founder / president of Blue Manor Education and Blue Manor Online Academy. Britton is the author of over 70 children's books, the creator of several early-learning curriculum sets, and author of The Art of Raising Children to Greatness series. After attending an elite prep school in Virginia, Britton realized that the greatest disparity between the rich and poor was not their wealth, but the quality of their education. Now, it's Britton's mission to bring elite education into the world of homeschooling.

Links:

Blue Manor Education: https://bluemanoreducation.com

Blue Manor Online Academy: https://www.bluemanoracademy.com

The Art of Raising Children to Greatness: https://www.amazon.com/Education-Art-Raising-Children-Greatness/dp/1660150825

]]>b1120bba-e951-4b49-a0e5-64b360796a3cFri, 31 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -050055:17nofull9393Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerLearning and Liberation with Ben Rehrman & Genevieve ShadeLearning and Liberation with Ben Rehrman & Genevieve ShadeOur guests today are Ben Rehrman and Genevieve Shade, both of whom are 18-year old, self-directed (unschooled) homeschool graduates. Ben and Genevieve are in the throws of producing a documentary series for YouTube titled "Learning and Liberation".

Learning and Liberation is a documentary series that explores the people and places that allow young people to grow, play and learn outside of traditional school.

BIOS:

Genevieve Shade is a Pittsburgh based multidisciplinary artist and creator of the e-zine “Youth Liberation Now” (YLN). YLN touches on topics of youth rights, education, the history of youth movements, and politics. Through grassroots distribution, YLN has spread across the US and internationally. Beyond YLN, Genevieve is a fine artist, writer, and researcher. Her film photography work was shown at the Mattress Factory in May 2022, and at Bankrupt Bodega in November 2022. She is also a printmaker, painter, and people’s history enthusiast. One of her latest projects is a collaborative research project with her mentor Shaun Slifer, focusing on 1970s high school student activism in Pittsburgh. She is very passionate about education, having experienced 5 different models of education throughout her life. In 2020 Genevieve decided to leave public high school (one of the best decisions she’s ever made) and she has been happily unschooling for the past three years.

Ben Rehrman is a filmmaker and lifelong unschooler from Eastern Pennsylvania. Their interest in film started as a child. They used all of their free time to experiment with animation and live action story telling. As a teenager they started a YouTube channel, where they began uploading educational and autobiographical videos. These videos slowly gained traction online, growing an audience for their work. Ben is interested in narrative and documentary film, having made multiple short films. Unschooling and self directed education are some of their main creative inspirations. From informing audiences about the basics of self directed education, to making autobiographical videos about their life to show what unschooling is like, to interviewing other people in the space, unschooling has driven their work. Their films have been official selections in The All American High School Film Festival, The Sun Valley High School Film Festival, The Saul Zaentz High School Film Festival, and the SE Pennsylvania Teen Filmmakers Showcase. Videos on their YouTube channel have garnered almost half a million views, making them one of the most viewed video sources about unschooling.

LINKS

To help crowdfund Ben & Genevieve's film, click here by April 2, 2023: https://seedandspark.com/fund/learning-and-liberation#story

Learning and Liberation Website: https://learningandlib.com/

Learning and Liberation on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@learningandliberation





]]>Our guests today are Ben Rehrman and Genevieve Shade, both of whom are 18-year old, self-directed (unschooled) homeschool graduates. Ben and Genevieve are in the throws of producing a documentary series for YouTube titled "Learning and Liberation".

Learning and Liberation is a documentary series that explores the people and places that allow young people to grow, play and learn outside of traditional school.

BIOS:

Genevieve Shade is a Pittsburgh based multidisciplinary artist and creator of the e-zine “Youth Liberation Now” (YLN). YLN touches on topics of youth rights, education, the history of youth movements, and politics. Through grassroots distribution, YLN has spread across the US and internationally. Beyond YLN, Genevieve is a fine artist, writer, and researcher. Her film photography work was shown at the Mattress Factory in May 2022, and at Bankrupt Bodega in November 2022. She is also a printmaker, painter, and people’s history enthusiast. One of her latest projects is a collaborative research project with her mentor Shaun Slifer, focusing on 1970s high school student activism in Pittsburgh. She is very passionate about education, having experienced 5 different models of education throughout her life. In 2020 Genevieve decided to leave public high school (one of the best decisions she’s ever made) and she has been happily unschooling for the past three years.

Ben Rehrman is a filmmaker and lifelong unschooler from Eastern Pennsylvania. Their interest in film started as a child. They used all of their free time to experiment with animation and live action story telling. As a teenager they started a YouTube channel, where they began uploading educational and autobiographical videos. These videos slowly gained traction online, growing an audience for their work. Ben is interested in narrative and documentary film, having made multiple short films. Unschooling and self directed education are some of their main creative inspirations. From informing audiences about the basics of self directed education, to making autobiographical videos about their life to show what unschooling is like, to interviewing other people in the space, unschooling has driven their work. Their films have been official selections in The All American High School Film Festival, The Sun Valley High School Film Festival, The Saul Zaentz High School Film Festival, and the SE Pennsylvania Teen Filmmakers Showcase. Videos on their YouTube channel have garnered almost half a million views, making them one of the most viewed video sources about unschooling.

LINKS

To help crowdfund Ben & Genevieve's film, click here by April 2, 2023: https://seedandspark.com/fund/learning-and-liberation#story

Learning and Liberation Website: https://learningandlib.com/

Learning and Liberation on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@learningandliberation





]]>91fb0dfc-4a22-4d9f-ba6f-face704efdeaFri, 24 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -050032:16nofull9292Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerDads and HomeschoolingDads and HomeschoolingToday it is all about the dads! In this episode you will hear about:

  • The importance of partnership between spouses
  • Dealing with home life changes when beginning homeschooling
  • How income should never be a reason to not homeschool
  • How and why the Homeschool Loft began
  • Boundaries between work and family time
  • How faulty mindsets can keep dads from pivoting in their career

Links:

The Homeschool Loftcast: https://www.homeschoolloftcast.com

The Homeschool Loft: https://www.homeschoolloft.com


]]>Today it is all about the dads! In this episode you will hear about:

  • The importance of partnership between spouses
  • Dealing with home life changes when beginning homeschooling
  • How income should never be a reason to not homeschool
  • How and why the Homeschool Loft began
  • Boundaries between work and family time
  • How faulty mindsets can keep dads from pivoting in their career

Links:

The Homeschool Loftcast: https://www.homeschoolloftcast.com

The Homeschool Loft: https://www.homeschoolloft.com


]]>8d2b53c6-0cda-4186-8689-9d6d622f2bd4Fri, 17 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -050043:24nofull9191Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHappy Tenth Anniversary to The Homeschool Resource Roadmap!Happy Tenth Anniversary to The Homeschool Resource Roadmap!OMG! Can you believe the Homeschool Resource Roadmap is celebrating it's ten year anniversary? We can't either!

If you use the Homeschool Resource Roadmap daily or you have never used it before, this episode of the Loftcast will answer:

  • What is the Homeschool Resource Roadmap?
  • What is the origin story of the Roadmap?
  • What is the Common Core Project and why homeschoolers should care?
  • How many resource providers are listed on the Roadmap?
  • Who is listed and how is this list kept up to date?
  • How to enlist a guide along your journey through the Roadmap?
  • What info besides curriculum is found on the Roadmap?
  • How you can obtain a customized report of resources specific to your families beliefs, learning styles, and strengths.

Links:

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap: https://www.homeschoolroadmap.org

The Homeschool Loft: https://www.homeschoolloft.com

Are you interested in being a guest on the Homeschool Loftcast? Visit us at https://www.homeschoolloftcast.com and fill out a guest request! We'd love to talk to you!

]]>OMG! Can you believe the Homeschool Resource Roadmap is celebrating it's ten year anniversary? We can't either!

If you use the Homeschool Resource Roadmap daily or you have never used it before, this episode of the Loftcast will answer:

  • What is the Homeschool Resource Roadmap?
  • What is the origin story of the Roadmap?
  • What is the Common Core Project and why homeschoolers should care?
  • How many resource providers are listed on the Roadmap?
  • Who is listed and how is this list kept up to date?
  • How to enlist a guide along your journey through the Roadmap?
  • What info besides curriculum is found on the Roadmap?
  • How you can obtain a customized report of resources specific to your families beliefs, learning styles, and strengths.

Links:

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap: https://www.homeschoolroadmap.org

The Homeschool Loft: https://www.homeschoolloft.com

Are you interested in being a guest on the Homeschool Loftcast? Visit us at https://www.homeschoolloftcast.com and fill out a guest request! We'd love to talk to you!

]]>56a606fd-2434-44c7-8cb7-5401a1fbd745Fri, 10 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -050038:12nofull9090Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner"But what about socialization?""But what about socialization?"Join Tina as she brings back homeschool alum, Noah Tetzner, for an in-depth discussion about the truths and the myths of socialization for home educated children.

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • What is "socialization"?
  • What is the true foundation of socialization from a historical view?
  • Family versus schools in the socialization of children.
  • How and when homeschool kids actually socialize and with whom.
  • Advice for parents when you get the infamous "socialization" question from your friends or family.

Links:

Homeschool Loft: https://www.homeschoolloft.com

National Home Education Research Institute: https://www.nheri.org

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap: https://www.homeschoolroadmap.org

]]>Join Tina as she brings back homeschool alum, Noah Tetzner, for an in-depth discussion about the truths and the myths of socialization for home educated children.

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • What is "socialization"?
  • What is the true foundation of socialization from a historical view?
  • Family versus schools in the socialization of children.
  • How and when homeschool kids actually socialize and with whom.
  • Advice for parents when you get the infamous "socialization" question from your friends or family.

Links:

Homeschool Loft: https://www.homeschoolloft.com

National Home Education Research Institute: https://www.nheri.org

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap: https://www.homeschoolroadmap.org

]]>08c0d52d-abf6-4ebf-8bc4-5f70761e25daFri, 03 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -050046:39nofull8989Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerF.O.R.M.ing Healthy Habits with Ashton TateF.O.R.M.ing Healthy Habits with Ashton TateAshton Tate is the founder of Glory to Glory Fitness in Franklin TN, and the creator of The F.O.R.M. Curriculum, a turn-key and biblically-based health curriculum for schools and families. The company's mission is to provide quality health education to every student in America. Ashton aims to accomplish this by partnering with Christian schools and homeschool families all over the nation.

Links:

Glory to Glory Fitness: https://www.formcurriculum.com/homeschool

The Homeschool Loft: https://www.homeschoolloft.com

]]>Ashton Tate is the founder of Glory to Glory Fitness in Franklin TN, and the creator of The F.O.R.M. Curriculum, a turn-key and biblically-based health curriculum for schools and families. The company's mission is to provide quality health education to every student in America. Ashton aims to accomplish this by partnering with Christian schools and homeschool families all over the nation.

Links:

Glory to Glory Fitness: https://www.formcurriculum.com/homeschool

The Homeschool Loft: https://www.homeschoolloft.com

]]>973a5c74-b12f-4b21-bddf-4c691a904364Fri, 24 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -050028:18nofull8888Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerWhat I Wish I'd Known About The Elementary YearsWhat I Wish I'd Known About The Elementary YearsToday, we listen in as Tina and Jenny discuss their thoughts about educating children in the early elementary years.

Take-Aways:

  • There is no need to "start ear1y". Let the child demonstrate readiness instead.
  • No one method (or curriculum) is right for everyone. What's right is what works for your kids/family. No need to buy expensive curriculum.
  • Focus on the 3Rs at first (reading; 'riting; and 'rithmetic).
  • Short lessons (15 min. each w/breaks in between), less than 2 hours a day on academics (to grow & maintain a child's love of learning).
  • Other subjects (history, science, health, etc.) can be occasional and less formal.
  • Look for learning in everyday living & non-traditional resources (children's literature, movies, games, outings, etc.).
  • TRUST God and the process.
  • Family dynamics/character/atmosphere is most important.
  • Find a "tribe" of like-minded homeschoolers in SOCIAL homeschool groups (not academic co-ops).

Recommendations:

  • Egermeier's Bible Story Book, The Child's Story Bible by Catherine Vos
  • A+ Learning (a reading game)
  • Amish Pathways Readers
  • Pentime Penmanship
  • All About Spelling
  • Christian Light Education (math)
  • Professor Noggin (games)
  • TruthQuest History
  • Berean Builders (science)
  • Cedarmont Kids (music)

Links:

  • Homeschool Loft: https://www.homeschoolloft.com
  • The Homeschool Resource Roadmap: https://www.homeschoolroadmap.org

]]>Today, we listen in as Tina and Jenny discuss their thoughts about educating children in the early elementary years.

Take-Aways:

  • There is no need to "start ear1y". Let the child demonstrate readiness instead.
  • No one method (or curriculum) is right for everyone. What's right is what works for your kids/family. No need to buy expensive curriculum.
  • Focus on the 3Rs at first (reading; 'riting; and 'rithmetic).
  • Short lessons (15 min. each w/breaks in between), less than 2 hours a day on academics (to grow & maintain a child's love of learning).
  • Other subjects (history, science, health, etc.) can be occasional and less formal.
  • Look for learning in everyday living & non-traditional resources (children's literature, movies, games, outings, etc.).
  • TRUST God and the process.
  • Family dynamics/character/atmosphere is most important.
  • Find a "tribe" of like-minded homeschoolers in SOCIAL homeschool groups (not academic co-ops).

Recommendations:

  • Egermeier's Bible Story Book, The Child's Story Bible by Catherine Vos
  • A+ Learning (a reading game)
  • Amish Pathways Readers
  • Pentime Penmanship
  • All About Spelling
  • Christian Light Education (math)
  • Professor Noggin (games)
  • TruthQuest History
  • Berean Builders (science)
  • Cedarmont Kids (music)

Links:

  • Homeschool Loft: https://www.homeschoolloft.com
  • The Homeschool Resource Roadmap: https://www.homeschoolroadmap.org

]]>582de13b-f7c8-4251-85a8-81b1a818e76cFri, 17 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -050049:23nofull8787Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerWhen a Homeschooler Gets Bit by the Political Bug...When a Homeschooler Gets Bit by the Political Bug...Today we're hanging out with Jenny's son, Noah Tetzner, a 2019 history buff and homeschool graduate who started his own podcast and podcast-production business when he was just 16 years old. Along the way, Noah published two books related to his love of history

You've heard from Noah before both as a guest and co-host and today we're here to talk with him about his young-adult life and current political aspirations.

Homeschool Loft: https://www.homeschoolloft.com

Noah for De Pere: https://www.facebook.com/noahfordepere

]]>Today we're hanging out with Jenny's son, Noah Tetzner, a 2019 history buff and homeschool graduate who started his own podcast and podcast-production business when he was just 16 years old. Along the way, Noah published two books related to his love of history

You've heard from Noah before both as a guest and co-host and today we're here to talk with him about his young-adult life and current political aspirations.

Homeschool Loft: https://www.homeschoolloft.com

Noah for De Pere: https://www.facebook.com/noahfordepere

]]>c66804e6-5901-4a91-af60-124063223a1aFri, 10 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -050042:30nofull8686Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerMore on Homesteading and Homeschooling with Kody HannerMore on Homesteading and Homeschooling with Kody HannerToday we have a special treat! Kody Hanner is our special guest and Ashley Schnese is our special co-host. Join us as we talk about homesteading and home education.

Kody Hanner is a wife, homesteader and homeschool mom of six who has devoted her life to agriculture and rural living. Kody has authored The Homestead Education series of homeschool curricula which incorporates homestead based science. She is also the host of The Homestead Education Podcast.

Ashley Schnese is a wife, homesteader and homeschool mom of two boys. Along with her husband Dylan, they have created a beautiful homestead called, Steady Presence Farms, which is open to the public for retreats and luxury glamping.

The Homeschool Loft: https://www.homeschoolloft.com

Steady Presence Farms: https://www.facebook.com/steadypresencefarms

Grow With a Homestead Education | The Homestead Education: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com

]]>Today we have a special treat! Kody Hanner is our special guest and Ashley Schnese is our special co-host. Join us as we talk about homesteading and home education.

Kody Hanner is a wife, homesteader and homeschool mom of six who has devoted her life to agriculture and rural living. Kody has authored The Homestead Education series of homeschool curricula which incorporates homestead based science. She is also the host of The Homestead Education Podcast.

Ashley Schnese is a wife, homesteader and homeschool mom of two boys. Along with her husband Dylan, they have created a beautiful homestead called, Steady Presence Farms, which is open to the public for retreats and luxury glamping.

The Homeschool Loft: https://www.homeschoolloft.com

Steady Presence Farms: https://www.facebook.com/steadypresencefarms

Grow With a Homestead Education | The Homestead Education: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com

]]>84d48b01-0ee2-403e-8354-f45da5c4717eFri, 03 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -050001:02:19nofull8585Tina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomeschoolers and Missions: Why and How?Homeschoolers and Missions: Why and How?Today, Jenny and Tina are joined by returning guest (and Tina's husband), Jeff Hollenbeck. They discuss missions for homeschoolers—how to get involved and what opportunities are out there.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

MissionGuides International

Perspectives

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]]>Today, Jenny and Tina are joined by returning guest (and Tina's husband), Jeff Hollenbeck. They discuss missions for homeschoolers—how to get involved and what opportunities are out there.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

MissionGuides International

Perspectives

Connect with Tina & Jenny at: 

The Website

Facebook

Email

If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

]]>1bb3fe4a-23c9-41e5-96dc-e2d0acb83242Fri, 27 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -050050:33nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerMeet Homeschool Veteran Emily PaucMeet Homeschool Veteran Emily PaucTune in for a conversation with homeschool veteran, Emily Pauc!

Connect with Tina & Jenny at: 

The Website

Facebook

Email

If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

]]>Tune in for a conversation with homeschool veteran, Emily Pauc!

Connect with Tina & Jenny at: 

The Website

Facebook

Email

If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

]]>4eb6f539-0762-4531-993d-e15857853de0Fri, 20 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -050054:22nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerThe Homeschool Mom HiatusThe Homeschool Mom HiatusIn today's episode, Tina and Jenny discuss The Homeschool Mom Hiatus—an event that was presented by The Homeschool Loft.

Connect with Tina & Jenny at: 

The Website

Facebook

Email

If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

]]>In today's episode, Tina and Jenny discuss The Homeschool Mom Hiatus—an event that was presented by The Homeschool Loft.

Connect with Tina & Jenny at: 

The Website

Facebook

Email

If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

]]>3a13415b-c989-4ef5-b533-996debdb4f79Fri, 13 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -050037:48nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerThe Great Homeschool ConventionsThe Great Homeschool ConventionsTune in for a conversation with special guest, Brennan Dean of the Great Homeschool Conventions.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

Great Homeschool Conventions

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with special guest, Brennan Dean of the Great Homeschool Conventions.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

Great Homeschool Conventions

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]]>e7cb3d54-d9f2-43fb-87e3-8969212bfa73Fri, 06 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -050001:04:05nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerThe ONE Key to Homeschooling SuccessThe ONE Key to Homeschooling SuccessToday, the Loftcast shares a quick preview of Jenny's son Noah's new podcast, The Homeschool Enthusiast!

Referenced in Today's Episode:

The Homeschool Enthusiast Podcast

Noah Tetzner's Email: noah@profitwithpodcasting.com

Connect with Tina & Jenny at: 

The Website

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If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

]]>Today, the Loftcast shares a quick preview of Jenny's son Noah's new podcast, The Homeschool Enthusiast!

Referenced in Today's Episode:

The Homeschool Enthusiast Podcast

Noah Tetzner's Email: noah@profitwithpodcasting.com

Connect with Tina & Jenny at: 

The Website

Facebook

Email

If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

]]>f9bb2846-91d5-4655-86f1-e8abb8205379Fri, 06 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -050011:56nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomeschool-Mom Self-CareHomeschool-Mom Self-CareTune in for a conversation about self-care for homeschool moms—with special guest, Ashly Balza.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

Connect with Ashly Balza

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]]>Tune in for a conversation about self-care for homeschool moms—with special guest, Ashly Balza.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

Connect with Ashly Balza

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]]>cdac66be-b670-4ccb-bf55-cea44dc07226Fri, 30 Dec 2022 07:00:00 -050056:00nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerWhat's the Law Say in... Alaska?What's the Law Say in... Alaska?Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Alaska, this is the episode for you!

Today's guest is Jacki Makinen. Tune in for a discussion on the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Alaska.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

Alaska Homeschool Org

Text of the Alaska Homeschool Law

Jacki Makinen's Email: hslda.ak.amb.makinen@gmail.com

Connect with Tina & Jenny at: 

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If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

]]>Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Alaska, this is the episode for you!

Today's guest is Jacki Makinen. Tune in for a discussion on the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Alaska.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

Alaska Homeschool Org

Text of the Alaska Homeschool Law

Jacki Makinen's Email: hslda.ak.amb.makinen@gmail.com

Connect with Tina & Jenny at: 

The Website

Facebook

Email

If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

]]>8a5a652c-aaa3-48fa-a332-2faf532bc059Fri, 23 Dec 2022 07:00:00 -050056:19nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomeschool Sports: Just Do It!Homeschool Sports: Just Do It!Tune in for a conversation about sports and homeschooling—with homeschool dad, Jeff Mitchell.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

NEWCHAA

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]]>Tune in for a conversation about sports and homeschooling—with homeschool dad, Jeff Mitchell.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

NEWCHAA

Connect with Tina & Jenny at: 

The Website

Facebook

Email

If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

]]>00e3323a-1d45-4382-83b3-0dd05e726e68Fri, 16 Dec 2022 07:00:00 -050001:11:49nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerWhat's the Law Say in... Michigan?What's the Law Say in... Michigan?Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Michigan, this is the episode for you!

Today's guest is Kerry Ott. Tune in for a discussion on the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Michigan.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

Michigan Homeschool Org: Michigan Christian Homeschool Network

Michigan Homeschool Law

Kerry Ott's Email: kerrylott@gmail.com

Connect with Tina & Jenny at: 

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If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

]]>Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Michigan, this is the episode for you!

Today's guest is Kerry Ott. Tune in for a discussion on the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Michigan.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

Michigan Homeschool Org: Michigan Christian Homeschool Network

Michigan Homeschool Law

Kerry Ott's Email: kerrylott@gmail.com

Connect with Tina & Jenny at: 

The Website

Facebook

Email

If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

]]>4a2f5cc6-00d8-4014-92b1-300797ce720eFri, 09 Dec 2022 07:00:00 -050054:54nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerFamily Book ClubsFamily Book ClubsIn today's episode, Jenny and Tina discuss the benefits of family book clubs.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

Wild+Free Book Club Guide

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap Field Trip Venues Lists

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If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

]]>In today's episode, Jenny and Tina discuss the benefits of family book clubs.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

Wild+Free Book Club Guide

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap Field Trip Venues Lists

Connect with Tina & Jenny at: 

The Website

Facebook

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]]>bbb414cf-01c2-43e4-83ad-819e216db10eFri, 02 Dec 2022 07:00:00 -050042:14nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerWhat's the Law Say in... Texas?What's the Law Say in... Texas?Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Texas, this is the episode for you!

Today's guest is Rebecca Ruiz. Tune in for a discussion on the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Texas.

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Texans for Homeschool Freedom

Texas Home Educators

Text of Relevant Court Case

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]]>Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Texas, this is the episode for you!

Today's guest is Rebecca Ruiz. Tune in for a discussion on the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Texas.

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Texans for Homeschool Freedom

Texas Home Educators

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]]>7def7073-5bf8-4e07-9367-b105aca20a45Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -050046:36nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerMeet ''The Music Woman!''Meet ''The Music Woman!''Tune in for a conversation with special guest, Cathy LaFrombois of the Valley Troubadours.

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The Valley Troubadours

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with special guest, Cathy LaFrombois of the Valley Troubadours.

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The Valley Troubadours

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]]>e7aa0ee9-656d-476f-ad12-7c79fbccd246Fri, 18 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -050050:31nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerThe Only Thing to Fear Is...The Only Thing to Fear Is...Tune in for another episode of The Homeschool Loftcast. Featuring Jenny Tetzner and Tina Hollenbeck.

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]]>Tune in for another episode of The Homeschool Loftcast. Featuring Jenny Tetzner and Tina Hollenbeck.

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]]>128ac126-9b7d-4284-b7ca-322e2ad83631Fri, 11 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -050001:10:35nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerWhen Your Bestie Doesn't Homeschool - Part 2When Your Bestie Doesn't Homeschool - Part 2Tune in for a conversation with Jenny and her dear friend, Becky Schommer, who chose not to homeschool...

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Jenny and her dear friend, Becky Schommer, who chose not to homeschool...

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]]>1798e2b0-31a0-4fdf-8b71-baa292758017Fri, 04 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -050045:26nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerWhat's the Law Say in... Ohio?What's the Law Say in... Ohio?Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Ohio, this is the episode for you!

Today's guest is Debby Gerth. Tune in for a discussion on the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Ohio.

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Ohio Homeschooling Parents

Text of Ohio Homeschool Law

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]]>Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Ohio, this is the episode for you!

Today's guest is Debby Gerth. Tune in for a discussion on the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Ohio.

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Ohio Homeschooling Parents

Text of Ohio Homeschool Law

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]]>a80c580b-af44-44b3-9e36-4f1aaeb70492Fri, 28 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -050001:07:33nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerShae Sortwell: Homeschool Graduate and State RepresentativeShae Sortwell: Homeschool Graduate and State RepresentativeTune in for an interview with Shae Sortwell, a homeschool graduate, homeschool father, and Wisconsin State Representative.

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Shae Sortwell's Campaign Website

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]]>Tune in for an interview with Shae Sortwell, a homeschool graduate, homeschool father, and Wisconsin State Representative.

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]]>46ebd38b-7bfb-4bf1-9a6c-3e835c626e67Fri, 21 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -050001:01:37nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHow to Pay for CollegeHow to Pay for CollegeA conversation with guest, Mark Nicholas, on planning for college finances.

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Transform Retirement

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]]>A conversation with guest, Mark Nicholas, on planning for college finances.

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Transform Retirement

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]]>da09f8b7-44ff-40c9-9009-ecfbc7e56f7aFri, 14 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -050038:17nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerInclude MusicInclude MusicA conversation with guest, Lindy Stein, about teaching music to homeschool students.

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Lindy's Gluten-Free Goodies

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]]>A conversation with guest, Lindy Stein, about teaching music to homeschool students.

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Lindy's Gluten-Free Goodies

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]]>31bc8fdd-84fc-4056-9128-da4269d29e06Fri, 07 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -050049:06nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerUsing the Library to Support HomeschoolingUsing the Library to Support HomeschoolingTune in for a conversation about using local libraries to support homeschooling. Today's guest is Sharon Verbeten.

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Brown County Library

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]]>Tune in for a conversation about using local libraries to support homeschooling. Today's guest is Sharon Verbeten.

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Brown County Library

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]]>b0d0974c-01f2-4d4f-b474-8207c8e00291Fri, 30 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -050047:52nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerWhen Your Bestie Doesn't HomeschoolWhen Your Bestie Doesn't HomeschoolTune in for a conversation with Tina and her dear friend, Lynn Gregory, who chose not to homeschool...

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Tina and her dear friend, Lynn Gregory, who chose not to homeschool...

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]]>bf515339-034f-43d1-afd5-cc68281e83d3Fri, 23 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -050047:21nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerGrant Opportunities for Homeschool Programs - Apply Now!Grant Opportunities for Homeschool Programs - Apply Now!Tune in for a conversation with special guest, Meredith Olson of the VELA Education Fund.

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VELA Education Fund

2022 Microgrant Application

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with special guest, Meredith Olson of the VELA Education Fund.

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VELA Education Fund

2022 Microgrant Application

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]]>1a94de1f-507d-4f3a-ada9-5f82facbb88eTue, 20 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -050036:18nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerWhat's the Law Say in... Illinois?What's the Law Say in... Illinois?Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Illinois, this is the episode for you!

Today's guest is Nikki Warren. She, Jenny, and Tina discuss the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Illinois.

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Ad Hoc Committee for Illinois Home Education Legal and Legislative Matters

Assistance by Nichole

Nikki's Coffee Klatch

Nikki's Thoughts On

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]]>Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Illinois, this is the episode for you!

Today's guest is Nikki Warren. She, Jenny, and Tina discuss the legal requirements for homeschooling families in Illinois.

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Ad Hoc Committee for Illinois Home Education Legal and Legislative Matters

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Nikki's Coffee Klatch

Nikki's Thoughts On

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]]>31b3d673-8a0c-4bd6-a833-b32f9fc3bcb7Fri, 16 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -050054:07nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerWhat's the Law Say in... Wisconsin?What's the Law Say in... Wisconsin?Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Wisconsin, this is the episode for you!

Today, Tina and Noah discuss Wisconsin's legal requirements for homeschooling families. They also provide a step-by-step guide for pulling your kids from a school system and bringing them home.

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State Laws: Wisconsin - The Homeschool Resource Roadmap

HOMESCHOOL LAW - The N.E.W. Scoop

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]]>Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Well, if you live in Wisconsin, this is the episode for you!

Today, Tina and Noah discuss Wisconsin's legal requirements for homeschooling families. They also provide a step-by-step guide for pulling your kids from a school system and bringing them home.

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State Laws: Wisconsin - The Homeschool Resource Roadmap

HOMESCHOOL LAW - The N.E.W. Scoop

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]]>ceb65c2c-1e7d-4d7f-b0db-80c030bc733aFri, 09 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -050055:11nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerAll About Spelling... and More!All About Spelling... and More!Tune in for a conversation with Merry Marinello of All About Learning Press.

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All About Learning Press

The Orton-Gillingham Approach

Differences Between AAR and AAS?

AALP Monthly Giveaway

AALP Free Resources Page

Merry's Blog

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Merry Marinello of All About Learning Press.

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All About Learning Press

The Orton-Gillingham Approach

Differences Between AAR and AAS?

AALP Monthly Giveaway

AALP Free Resources Page

Merry's Blog

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]]>819d77eb-4a2e-41d2-8920-413af366ee19Fri, 02 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -050036:04nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHow To Prepare Your Child For CollegeHow To Prepare Your Child For CollegeTune in for a special interview with Andy Thoman about college prep and setting your child up for success.

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]]>Tune in for a special interview with Andy Thoman about college prep and setting your child up for success.

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]]>d0cc282d-9a69-414c-8c6d-df3d497dc506Fri, 26 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -050001:06:03nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerLet's Talk Math... and Then Some!Let's Talk Math... and Then Some!Tune in for a conversation with homeschool veteran Rebecca Liao of Teaching Textbooks.

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Teaching Textbooks

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with homeschool veteran Rebecca Liao of Teaching Textbooks.

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Teaching Textbooks

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]]>1af2c9c7-8b23-4623-86fb-97e7485154a1Fri, 19 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -050044:17nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomesteading and HomeschoolingHomesteading and HomeschoolingTune in for a conversation about homesteading and homeschooling with special guest Laurie Neverman.

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Common Sense Home

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]]>Tune in for a conversation about homesteading and homeschooling with special guest Laurie Neverman.

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Common Sense Home

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]]>1847ff65-df16-408c-88c4-4a883cfbd159Fri, 12 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -050053:47nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerA Real-Life Indiana Jones: A Conversation with Joel KramerA Real-Life Indiana Jones: A Conversation with Joel KramerToday, Tina & Jenny are joined by Joel Kramer, a homeschool dad, author, and Biblical Archaeologist.

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Expedition Bible

Expedition Bible YouTube Channel

Where God Came Down: The Archaeological Evidence

Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds

Beyond Fear: A Journey Across New Guinea

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]]>Today, Tina & Jenny are joined by Joel Kramer, a homeschool dad, author, and Biblical Archaeologist.

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Expedition Bible

Expedition Bible YouTube Channel

Where God Came Down: The Archaeological Evidence

Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds

Beyond Fear: A Journey Across New Guinea

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]]>37344839-bae0-44be-a5b1-222e7bfd6063Fri, 05 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -050052:15nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerThe Joy of Relationship HomeschoolingThe Joy of Relationship HomeschoolingA conversation with Karen Campbell, author of The Joy of Relationship Homeschooling.

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The Joy of Relationship Homeschooling

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]]>A conversation with Karen Campbell, author of The Joy of Relationship Homeschooling.

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The Joy of Relationship Homeschooling

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]]>465083d4-ec23-4ed2-9ea0-379a6e793f63Fri, 29 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -050001:05:47nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerNo-Guilt MotherhoodNo-Guilt MotherhoodJenny and Tina are joined by Alyssa Wolf, host of the Unbusy: Sane Supermom Podcast.

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The Unbusy Website

Unbusy: Sane Supermom Podcast

Free Download

The Four Tendencies: The Indispensable Personality Profiles That Reveal How to Make Your Life Better (and Other People's Lives Better, Too)

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]]>Jenny and Tina are joined by Alyssa Wolf, host of the Unbusy: Sane Supermom Podcast.

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The Unbusy Website

Unbusy: Sane Supermom Podcast

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The Four Tendencies: The Indispensable Personality Profiles That Reveal How to Make Your Life Better (and Other People's Lives Better, Too)

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]]>05569bee-6bc4-41b3-b901-e9c67ee6029bFri, 22 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -050048:34nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerThe ABC's of the ACT, CLT, and SATThe ABC's of the ACT, CLT, and SATIn this episode, Jenny and Tina are joined by Leia LeMaster Horton of Horton Test Prep. They discuss the ACT, CLT, and SAT and what homeschool families can expect in these tests.

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Horton Test Prep

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]]>In this episode, Jenny and Tina are joined by Leia LeMaster Horton of Horton Test Prep. They discuss the ACT, CLT, and SAT and what homeschool families can expect in these tests.

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Horton Test Prep

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]]>49260fbe-0509-4dbf-ada2-63ab4bba9828Fri, 15 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -050001:02:18nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerEncouragement from a Great-GrandmaEncouragement from a Great-GrandmaTune in for a conversation with Bobbie Howard, author of Encouragement Along the Way.

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Bobbie Howard, author of Encouragement Along the Way.

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]]>0ed47834-252e-4d86-b138-dff149341ef6Fri, 08 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -050045:31nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerFreedom UPFreedom UPListen to a conversation with Toby LaVigne of The Freedom UPschool.

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Freedom Sense

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]]>Listen to a conversation with Toby LaVigne of The Freedom UPschool.

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Freedom Sense

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]]>2150fd6e-68f5-4421-aa82-33dfb2282e1eFri, 01 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -050053:14nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerExcuses! Excuses!Excuses! Excuses!Tina and Jenny hear parents describe myths and make excuses when it comes to homeschooling. In today's episode, they address these false claims, providing practical support and encouragement for new homeschooling families.

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Making Brothers & Sisters Best Friends: How to Fight the GOOD Fight at Home

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]]>Tina and Jenny hear parents describe myths and make excuses when it comes to homeschooling. In today's episode, they address these false claims, providing practical support and encouragement for new homeschooling families.

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Making Brothers & Sisters Best Friends: How to Fight the GOOD Fight at Home

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]]>f2f20e61-c9e8-4d9e-a51b-9c13b624f2f3Fri, 24 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -050046:42nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerA Place to Belong for Every HomeschoolerA Place to Belong for Every HomeschoolerA conversation with Amber O'Neal Johnston, the author of A Place to Belong: Celebrating Diversity and Kinship in the Home and Beyond.

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Heritage Mom

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]]>A conversation with Amber O'Neal Johnston, the author of A Place to Belong: Celebrating Diversity and Kinship in the Home and Beyond.

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Heritage Mom

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]]>795e1be2-27af-47c7-ac2e-183e65e7e72eFri, 17 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -050051:20nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerThe Homeschool Loft: Year One in ReviewThe Homeschool Loft: Year One in ReviewTina and Jenny reflect on the Homeschool Loft's 1-year anniversary.

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]]>Tina and Jenny reflect on the Homeschool Loft's 1-year anniversary.

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]]>2f7013f3-a3f2-4776-90ec-dd331fc5ce09Fri, 10 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -050059:30nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHeart Happy: A Conversation with Tricia GoyerHeart Happy: A Conversation with Tricia GoyerTune in this week for a conversation with Tricia Goyer, the author of Heart Happy: Staying Centered in God's Love Through Chaotic Circumstances.

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Tricia Goyer's Website

The Better Mom

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]]>Tune in this week for a conversation with Tricia Goyer, the author of Heart Happy: Staying Centered in God's Love Through Chaotic Circumstances.

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Tricia Goyer's Website

The Better Mom

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]]>fea9a568-47c6-4881-a225-b3ab29ef0509Fri, 03 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -050050:15nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerYou Are Not Ruining Your Children!You Are Not Ruining Your Children!Listen to a conversation with Sherri Seligson, a homeschooling textbook author, and encouragement for those teaching at home!

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]]>Listen to a conversation with Sherri Seligson, a homeschooling textbook author, and encouragement for those teaching at home!

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]]>9ae2f277-7e1a-4e0e-a5f5-d9c1382e5f52Fri, 20 May 2022 07:00:00 -050051:42nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerNoah Tetzner: The Story of a Homeschool GraduateNoah Tetzner: The Story of a Homeschool GraduateA conversation between Jenny Tetzer and her son Noah, a homeschool graduate.

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]]>A conversation between Jenny Tetzer and her son Noah, a homeschool graduate.

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]]>ed5e1bd3-b5e8-447a-8eb8-17ea05ec26d8Fri, 13 May 2022 07:00:00 -050041:40nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerA Conversation with Second-Generation Homeschooler, Israel WayneA Conversation with Second-Generation Homeschooler, Israel WayneTune in for a conversation with Israel Wayne, Director of Family Renewal.

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A History of the Homeschooling Movement

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Israel Wayne, Director of Family Renewal.

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A History of the Homeschooling Movement

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]]>12b7d8d8-15c4-49c6-a390-90a2752e0a55Fri, 06 May 2022 07:00:00 -050001:02:04nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHoosier Daddy? A Conversation with Todd Wilson That Will Make You SmileHoosier Daddy? A Conversation with Todd Wilson That Will Make You SmileTune in for a conversation with Todd Wilson, Founder of Familyman Ministries.

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The Smiling Homeschooler

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Todd Wilson, Founder of Familyman Ministries.

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The Smiling Homeschooler

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]]>70fced84-9574-4e6e-8b42-cd4e40dbc52aFri, 29 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -050041:04nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomeschool Art BoxHomeschool Art BoxTune in for a conversation with Sarah Harmeling, Founder of Homeschool Art Box.

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Homeschool Art Box

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Sarah Harmeling, Founder of Homeschool Art Box.

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Homeschool Art Box

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]]>e2d3afb7-f797-47a6-9c6a-f5248ac78476Fri, 22 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -050041:10nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomeschool Graduate Panel (2022)Homeschool Graduate Panel (2022)A recording of the Loft's 2022 Homeschool Graduate Panel. Featuring Joshua Bernhardt, Drew Kirsteatter, Nathan Agen, Matthew Kee, Noah Tetzner, Elizabeth Kirsteatter, Rachel Chastain, and Natashia Atkinson. 

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]]>A recording of the Loft's 2022 Homeschool Graduate Panel. Featuring Joshua Bernhardt, Drew Kirsteatter, Nathan Agen, Matthew Kee, Noah Tetzner, Elizabeth Kirsteatter, Rachel Chastain, and Natashia Atkinson. 

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]]>b09d8a58-66f4-4cc6-8af6-43b4192996edWed, 20 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -050001:37:42nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomeschool BluesHomeschool BluesIn this episode, Jenny and Tina share advice on combatting the ''homeschool blues''. 

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Encouragement Along The Way by Bobbie Howard

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]]>In this episode, Jenny and Tina share advice on combatting the ''homeschool blues''. 

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Encouragement Along The Way by Bobbie Howard

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]]>7138e986-83a2-40d1-b4da-3968581d79dbFri, 08 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -050036:35nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerBreaking Out of the Traditional Homeschool BoxBreaking Out of the Traditional Homeschool BoxIn this episode, Jenny and Tina share a virtual adaptation of Jenny's talk ''Breaking Out of the Traditional Homeschool Box''.

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]]>In this episode, Jenny and Tina share a virtual adaptation of Jenny's talk ''Breaking Out of the Traditional Homeschool Box''.

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]]>587d5620-480c-4994-8a39-8c383d1b1cf6Fri, 01 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -050044:07nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerA Conversation with Dr. Jay Wile - Homeschool Pioneer & Renaissance ManA Conversation with Dr. Jay Wile - Homeschool Pioneer & Renaissance ManTune in for a conversation with Dr. Jay Wile, author of the Berean Builders series.

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Berean Builders

Proslogion 

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Dr. Jay Wile, author of the Berean Builders series.

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Berean Builders

Proslogion 

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]]>cdc0fdfd-ab9d-41eb-a114-139014e3a155Fri, 25 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -050048:21nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner''School Choice'' - Boon or Bust for Homeschool Freedom''School Choice'' - Boon or Bust for Homeschool FreedomTune in for a conversation with Tiffany Boyd, the founder of Free YOUR Children.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

School Choice: Are We Willing to Sell Our Children for a Pittance?

Why School Choice Is a Trap: Don't Take the Cheese

Parents Are the Experts; Take Charge of Your Children's Education

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Tiffany Boyd, the founder of Free YOUR Children.

Referenced in Today's Episode:

School Choice: Are We Willing to Sell Our Children for a Pittance?

Why School Choice Is a Trap: Don't Take the Cheese

Parents Are the Experts; Take Charge of Your Children's Education

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]]>01004e20-1a03-4f8b-b310-ef4d30e5f3dcFri, 18 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -050054:42nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerA Conversation with Linda Hobar, the Author of The Mystery of HistoryA Conversation with Linda Hobar, the Author of The Mystery of HistoryTune in for a conversation with Linda Hobar, the author of The Mystery of History.

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Tina's Review of MOH

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Linda Hobar, the author of The Mystery of History.

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Tina's Review of MOH

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]]>743f529c-35d1-4162-8140-889fb9c9d7f8Fri, 11 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -050039:19nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerThe 4-Hour School DayThe 4-Hour School DayTune in for a conversation with Durenda Wilson, the author of The Four-Hour School Day.

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The Durenda Wilson Podcast

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Durenda Wilson, the author of The Four-Hour School Day.

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The Durenda Wilson Podcast

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]]>107435d5-114b-442a-a331-9ceb0acd56f5Fri, 04 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -050051:18nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHoosier Mama? A Conversation with Tara BentleyHoosier Mama? A Conversation with Tara BentleyTune in for a conversation with Tara Bentley, Executive Director of the Indiana Association of Home Educators.

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Homeschool Freedom

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Tara Bentley, Executive Director of the Indiana Association of Home Educators.

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Homeschool Freedom

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]]>8e651bef-41b2-45c1-9f1d-007b689b8940Fri, 25 Feb 2022 07:00:00 -050043:29nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerI Can't Believe You Just Said That! w/ Ginger HubbardI Can't Believe You Just Said That! w/ Ginger HubbardTune in for a conversation with Ginger Hubbard, the author of I Can't Believe You Just Said That!

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Ginger's Website

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Ginger Hubbard, the author of I Can't Believe You Just Said That!

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Ginger's Website

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]]>fa05de19-538a-47f5-97b1-e2ea2a396162Fri, 18 Feb 2022 07:00:00 -050026:40nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerLet 'Em Play or Throw the Books at 'Em? Homeschooling Preschool & KindergartenLet 'Em Play or Throw the Books at 'Em? Homeschooling Preschool & KindergartenToday's episode features a conversation between Jenny and Tina about homeschooling preschool and kindergarten children.

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Better Late Than Early: A New Approach to Your Child's Education

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]]>Today's episode features a conversation between Jenny and Tina about homeschooling preschool and kindergarten children.

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Better Late Than Early: A New Approach to Your Child's Education

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]]>58f76ca9-35c2-403c-aa2f-68a1b0651423Fri, 11 Feb 2022 07:00:00 -050055:09nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomeschool Bravely: A Conversation with Jamie EricksonHomeschool Bravely: A Conversation with Jamie EricksonTune in for a conversation with Jamie Erickson of the Unlikely Homeschool.

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Homeschool Bravely

Mom to Mom Podcast

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Jamie Erickson of the Unlikely Homeschool.

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Homeschool Bravely

Mom to Mom Podcast

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]]>0663c408-e26d-4cce-90c6-0aac209a184eFri, 04 Feb 2022 07:00:00 -050049:24nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomeschooling a Child with AutismHomeschooling a Child with AutismA conversation with our dear friend, Denise Wadzinski, on homeschooling a child with autism.

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]]>A conversation with our dear friend, Denise Wadzinski, on homeschooling a child with autism.

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]]>2de1ab1e-f54f-4af1-8de9-08638d4e75f0Fri, 28 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -050058:15nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerIntroducing Esther’s Place, a Homeschool Resource Center in MinnesotaIntroducing Esther’s Place, a Homeschool Resource Center in MinnesotaA conversation with Marnie Walden, Founder of Esther’s Place—homeschool resource center in Minnesota.

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]]>A conversation with Marnie Walden, Founder of Esther’s Place—homeschool resource center in Minnesota.

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]]>cf2834e7-5df2-47a0-9712-356cd1f4b889Fri, 21 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -050001:01:56nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerMeet the Agens, a Modern Pioneer Homeschool FamilyMeet the Agens, a Modern Pioneer Homeschool FamilyTune in for a roundtable discussion with the Agen family—pioneers who helped pave the way for educational freedom and the homeschool movement.

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]]>Tune in for a roundtable discussion with the Agen family—pioneers who helped pave the way for educational freedom and the homeschool movement.

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]]>6f98047f-c3bf-466b-93ce-c8f1eef91474Fri, 14 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -050055:14nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerCommunity Involvement as a HomeschoolerCommunity Involvement as a HomeschoolerToday's episode features a conversation with homeschool veteran Melinda Eck, who shares about her journey in community activism during the time she homeschooled her children.

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]]>Today's episode features a conversation with homeschool veteran Melinda Eck, who shares about her journey in community activism during the time she homeschooled her children.

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]]>c1de52aa-11df-4e8f-9127-8923735335a4Fri, 07 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -050047:16nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerWhen Your Spouse Says NO!When Your Spouse Says NO!Tune in for a conversation between three homeschool fathers; Jeff Hollenbeck, Joel Tetzner, and Mike Smith. Among other things, the three gentlemen share practical advice for when your spouse does not support homeschooling. You don't want to miss today's episode!

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]]>Tune in for a conversation between three homeschool fathers; Jeff Hollenbeck, Joel Tetzner, and Mike Smith. Among other things, the three gentlemen share practical advice for when your spouse does not support homeschooling. You don't want to miss today's episode!

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]]>b503297d-1a3d-4276-9377-cca873122b36Fri, 17 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -050001:03:51nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerWorking-Mom HomeschoolingWorking-Mom HomeschoolingIn today's episode, Jenny and Tina are joined by Sheila Higginbotham, who shares insights on homeschooling while being a working mother.

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]]>In today's episode, Jenny and Tina are joined by Sheila Higginbotham, who shares insights on homeschooling while being a working mother.

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]]>9fbe4861-8abf-419b-ba17-915431e6d497Fri, 10 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -050038:55nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerSecond-Generation Homeschooling: A Homeschool Graduate Homeschools Her OwnSecond-Generation Homeschooling: A Homeschool Graduate Homeschools Her OwnTune in for a warm conversation with homeschool graduate and mother, Natashia Atkinson. To learn more about Natashia's ministry, follow the links below. 

Natashia's Ministry - Laundry Love

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]]>Tune in for a warm conversation with homeschool graduate and mother, Natashia Atkinson. To learn more about Natashia's ministry, follow the links below. 

Natashia's Ministry - Laundry Love

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]]>13d19519-d6e3-4e92-82c5-713571e80f40Fri, 03 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -050001:06:10nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerThankfulness: The Antidote to Homeschool StressThankfulness: The Antidote to Homeschool StressAs homeschoolers, we have much to be thankful for. In today's episode, Jenny and Tina reflect on some of the many blessings surrounding homeschooling.

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]]>As homeschoolers, we have much to be thankful for. In today's episode, Jenny and Tina reflect on some of the many blessings surrounding homeschooling.

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]]>be83efef-e9fd-4061-9f49-9dbb63d9a1dfFri, 19 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -050046:32nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerThe Bernhardt Family: A Word From the ParentsThe Bernhardt Family: A Word From the ParentsA few weeks ago, Jenny and Tina were joined by many of the Bernhardt children in our episode, ''The Hills are Alive with the Sound of Bernhardts''. Today's episode features two veteran homeschool parents, Bob and Rehna Bernhardt.

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]]>A few weeks ago, Jenny and Tina were joined by many of the Bernhardt children in our episode, ''The Hills are Alive with the Sound of Bernhardts''. Today's episode features two veteran homeschool parents, Bob and Rehna Bernhardt.

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]]>9db7b9eb-d499-4831-99e5-44b13ed5b6b7Fri, 12 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -050054:02nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerLetting Go of the SystemLetting Go of the SystemTune in for a conversation about letting go of the school system and fully embracing home education!

Referenced in Today's Episode: 

Dumbing Us Down: The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling

John Taylor Gatto's Website

The Purpose Of Schooling by John Taylor Gatto

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]]>Tune in for a conversation about letting go of the school system and fully embracing home education!

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Dumbing Us Down: The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling

John Taylor Gatto's Website

The Purpose Of Schooling by John Taylor Gatto

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]]>a05af289-c3fb-4e1d-be83-f26fd0cb95deFri, 05 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -050046:06nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHow to Homeschool Through High School... It DependsHow to Homeschool Through High School... It DependsTune in for a conversation about homeschooling during the high school years. Filled with practical advice and personal insight—you don't want to miss this episode! 

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Homeschool "Graduation Requirements"

Transcripts and Diplomas

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]]>Tune in for a conversation about homeschooling during the high school years. Filled with practical advice and personal insight—you don't want to miss this episode! 

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Homeschool "Graduation Requirements"

Transcripts and Diplomas

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]]>856e882a-fa69-4456-b1c9-27430f6f7d13Fri, 29 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -050052:48nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerMission Possible: Missionary Life & HomeschoolingMission Possible: Missionary Life & HomeschoolingA conversation with Mary Pfantz—homeschool mom and overseas missionary. 

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Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds

Wycliffe Bible Translators

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]]>A conversation with Mary Pfantz—homeschool mom and overseas missionary. 

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Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds

Wycliffe Bible Translators

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]]>cc62b0c6-0227-4a11-b2e7-0d31e3cd8defFri, 22 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -050058:39nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerThe Hills are Alive with the Sound of BernhardtsThe Hills are Alive with the Sound of BernhardtsToday, Jenny and Tina are joined by four homeschool graduates—children of the Bernhardt family. Tune in for a conversation about homeschooling and the opportunities it affords graduated adults.

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]]>Today, Jenny and Tina are joined by four homeschool graduates—children of the Bernhardt family. Tune in for a conversation about homeschooling and the opportunities it affords graduated adults.

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]]>6c80ad0c-ebd1-4781-b01f-b22a75483eadFri, 15 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -050001:12:20nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerSingle Parent Homeschooling w/ Carrie EbelSingle Parent Homeschooling w/ Carrie EbelIn this episode, Jenny and Tina chat with Carrie Ebel—founder of a homeschool support group with over 700 members!

Referenced in Today’s Episode:

Green Bay Homeschooling Families

Carrie shares her experience homeschooling as a single parent along with other insightful stories. Whether you're a single parent or are looking to get connected with a community of fellow homeschoolers—you won't want to miss today's episode!

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]]>In this episode, Jenny and Tina chat with Carrie Ebel—founder of a homeschool support group with over 700 members!

Referenced in Today’s Episode:

Green Bay Homeschooling Families

Carrie shares her experience homeschooling as a single parent along with other insightful stories. Whether you're a single parent or are looking to get connected with a community of fellow homeschoolers—you won't want to miss today's episode!

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]]>a4168dfa-85b8-4019-86e2-8dfa5fee30f3Fri, 08 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -050058:35nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerLive. Breathe. LearnLive. Breathe. LearnEducation starts with parents who are modeling learning. The result is people who are self-directed, passion-driven learners, who know how to think logically and can defend this truth with confidence. Becoming a life-long learner is essential to thriving as part of a homeschool family! I’m joined today on the Homeschool Loftcast by Jenny and Joel Tetzner, my parents! I am a homeschool graduate myself, and more importantly a life-long learner. This ties well into our topic of conversation today; live, breathe, and learn. Tuning into today’s episode, listeners will hear all about important aspects of life-long learning, how to instill a passion for life-long learning into your children, how to incorporate your child’s desires into your curriculum, and how learning can boost your teenagers self-confidence and self-esteem. We continue our chat with different examples, tips, and pieces of advice on how to live, breathe, and learn! 

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Jenny shares an important aspect of life-long learning with listeners.
  • Jenny talks about the period of time between high school and college and how her perspective on learning changed.
  • How to instill a passion for life-long learning into your child; it starts when you decide to homeschool your children.
  • Joel shares what life-long learning means to him; life is not static.
  • How, as a parent, you can recognize your child’s unique interests and cater their learning experience towards that; giving autonomy.
  • Noah goes over some examples of “things you don’t learn at school.”
  • How we incorporated God-given gifts into curriculums and fostered a love for books. 
  • We discuss the idea of indoctrination.
  • Phrases and terms we hear in the homeschool community: educating kids in a subject you’re uncomfortable with or have no experience in. 
  • How homeschooling helps to set the environment and atmosphere of learning. 
  • We talk about how learning boosts self-confidence and self-esteem in children/teenagers.
  • Jenny shares a critical point to remember when homeschooling!
  • How we got into podcasting through Noah’s desire to learn how to podcast.
  • Why getting rid of the “Almighty Teacher” mindset is so important in homeschooling. 
  • We chat through mindless media and certain things that aren’t helpful to the mind. 
  • We share what we are learning at this moment! 

Highlights:

“Education starts with parents who are modeling learning. The result is people who are self-directed, passion-driven learners, who know how to think logically, and can defend this truth with confidence.” — Jenny Tetzner [0:01:27]

“Life is not static!” — Joel Tetzner [0:007:45]

“God has put something special in us so that we don’t fit in, but so that we stand out!” — Jenny Tetzner [0:15:05]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

The Homeschool Loft

Dumbing Us Down: The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling

The Story of Charlotte Mason

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If you enjoy the podcast, please leave...]]>Education starts with parents who are modeling learning. The result is people who are self-directed, passion-driven learners, who know how to think logically and can defend this truth with confidence. Becoming a life-long learner is essential to thriving as part of a homeschool family! I’m joined today on the Homeschool Loftcast by Jenny and Joel Tetzner, my parents! I am a homeschool graduate myself, and more importantly a life-long learner. This ties well into our topic of conversation today; live, breathe, and learn. Tuning into today’s episode, listeners will hear all about important aspects of life-long learning, how to instill a passion for life-long learning into your children, how to incorporate your child’s desires into your curriculum, and how learning can boost your teenagers self-confidence and self-esteem. We continue our chat with different examples, tips, and pieces of advice on how to live, breathe, and learn! 

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Jenny shares an important aspect of life-long learning with listeners.
  • Jenny talks about the period of time between high school and college and how her perspective on learning changed.
  • How to instill a passion for life-long learning into your child; it starts when you decide to homeschool your children.
  • Joel shares what life-long learning means to him; life is not static.
  • How, as a parent, you can recognize your child’s unique interests and cater their learning experience towards that; giving autonomy.
  • Noah goes over some examples of “things you don’t learn at school.”
  • How we incorporated God-given gifts into curriculums and fostered a love for books. 
  • We discuss the idea of indoctrination.
  • Phrases and terms we hear in the homeschool community: educating kids in a subject you’re uncomfortable with or have no experience in. 
  • How homeschooling helps to set the environment and atmosphere of learning. 
  • We talk about how learning boosts self-confidence and self-esteem in children/teenagers.
  • Jenny shares a critical point to remember when homeschooling!
  • How we got into podcasting through Noah’s desire to learn how to podcast.
  • Why getting rid of the “Almighty Teacher” mindset is so important in homeschooling. 
  • We chat through mindless media and certain things that aren’t helpful to the mind. 
  • We share what we are learning at this moment! 

Highlights:

“Education starts with parents who are modeling learning. The result is people who are self-directed, passion-driven learners, who know how to think logically, and can defend this truth with confidence.” — Jenny Tetzner [0:01:27]

“Life is not static!” — Joel Tetzner [0:007:45]

“God has put something special in us so that we don’t fit in, but so that we stand out!” — Jenny Tetzner [0:15:05]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

The Homeschool Loft

Dumbing Us Down: The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling

The Story of Charlotte Mason

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]]>015fba32-be04-4e4b-b783-b03e975267fcFri, 01 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -050040:31nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerA Homeschooler Walks into a Brewery...Education & EntrepreneurshipA Homeschooler Walks into a Brewery...Education & EntrepreneurshipDeciding to homeschool your children can often feel like a leap of faith, especially if you have two working parents who run their own businesses! This week we get together with Missy Martens, who, along with her husband Jon, is the co-founder of Copper State Brewing Company, a brewery, restaurant, and coffee shop based in Green Bay, Wisconsin. In our conversation, we discuss all the exciting details of how they decided to start their business, how they found a way to divide their responsibilities to make homeschooling work for the family, and how they manage to get it all done! Listening in, you'll hear what their children have learned from being exposed to the inner workings of their business and how it’s given them a unique opportunity to learn from real-life conditions. Missy reflects on what she’s observed in her kids and how the business has allowed them a space where they can identify and follow their interests in a stimulating way. We also delve into the shortcomings of the American schooling system, and how, despite that, it is still a safe haven for many children who have unstable home lives. Later we hear about the overwhelmingly positive feedback Missy has gotten from her decision to homeschool her children and some of her extended family’s more surprised reactions. Missy also shares her advice for working parents who are considering homeschooling and how to find more time in the day. Join us today for plenty of special insights in homeschooling, running a business, and much more!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Get to know today’s guest Missy Martens, her family, and her homeschooling journey with her children.
  • How she and her husband started their business after four years of homeschooling their children.
  • How Missy and her husband Jon decided they wanted their children to be homeschooled.
  • How Missy and Jon founded their business Copper State Brewing Company.
  • How Missy and Jon continued to homeschool and divide their responsibilities after opening their business.
  • How Missy’s children have learned a lot about life, responsibility, and business from their exposure to the brewery.
  • Missy’s advice to people who are frightened of homeschooling and don’t feel equipped to do it.
  • The excitement Missy feels in seeing her kids gravitate to different aspects of their business.
  • Some of the positive feedback Missy has received for homeschooling and running a business.
  • Some thoughts on how the school system fails children, but can still be a safe space for children who have a difficult home life.
  • How Missy’s extended family has reacted to them homeschooling their children.
  • The extracurricular activities that Jon does with their kids.
  • How the brewery has facilitated connections and relationships throughout their community and with their kids.
  • Missy’s advice for parents who run a business and are considering homeschooling their children.

Highlights:

“I want my kids to know how to learn and to figure out if they don't know something, how they can find out that information. If they can graduate, whatever the term is, if they can leave my house, knowing how to learn, they're gonna be fine.” — Missy Martens [0:16:22]

“They're all super different. It's fun to see which parts of the business they start to enjoy or gravitate to and enjoy helping with, and the parts that they don't.” — Missy Martens [0:22:21]

“Our kids have a lot of freedom around the brewery and the cool thing with the brewery in the coffee shop is that we've met a ton of people around town, made a ton of connections.” — Missy Martens [0:34:53]

“And it's been really fun to work with my husband, we found we can work really well together.” — Missy Martens [0:37:48]

Links Mentioned in Today’s...]]>Deciding to homeschool your children can often feel like a leap of faith, especially if you have two working parents who run their own businesses! This week we get together with Missy Martens, who, along with her husband Jon, is the co-founder of Copper State Brewing Company, a brewery, restaurant, and coffee shop based in Green Bay, Wisconsin. In our conversation, we discuss all the exciting details of how they decided to start their business, how they found a way to divide their responsibilities to make homeschooling work for the family, and how they manage to get it all done! Listening in, you'll hear what their children have learned from being exposed to the inner workings of their business and how it’s given them a unique opportunity to learn from real-life conditions. Missy reflects on what she’s observed in her kids and how the business has allowed them a space where they can identify and follow their interests in a stimulating way. We also delve into the shortcomings of the American schooling system, and how, despite that, it is still a safe haven for many children who have unstable home lives. Later we hear about the overwhelmingly positive feedback Missy has gotten from her decision to homeschool her children and some of her extended family’s more surprised reactions. Missy also shares her advice for working parents who are considering homeschooling and how to find more time in the day. Join us today for plenty of special insights in homeschooling, running a business, and much more!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Get to know today’s guest Missy Martens, her family, and her homeschooling journey with her children.
  • How she and her husband started their business after four years of homeschooling their children.
  • How Missy and her husband Jon decided they wanted their children to be homeschooled.
  • How Missy and Jon founded their business Copper State Brewing Company.
  • How Missy and Jon continued to homeschool and divide their responsibilities after opening their business.
  • How Missy’s children have learned a lot about life, responsibility, and business from their exposure to the brewery.
  • Missy’s advice to people who are frightened of homeschooling and don’t feel equipped to do it.
  • The excitement Missy feels in seeing her kids gravitate to different aspects of their business.
  • Some of the positive feedback Missy has received for homeschooling and running a business.
  • Some thoughts on how the school system fails children, but can still be a safe space for children who have a difficult home life.
  • How Missy’s extended family has reacted to them homeschooling their children.
  • The extracurricular activities that Jon does with their kids.
  • How the brewery has facilitated connections and relationships throughout their community and with their kids.
  • Missy’s advice for parents who run a business and are considering homeschooling their children.

Highlights:

“I want my kids to know how to learn and to figure out if they don't know something, how they can find out that information. If they can graduate, whatever the term is, if they can leave my house, knowing how to learn, they're gonna be fine.” — Missy Martens [0:16:22]

“They're all super different. It's fun to see which parts of the business they start to enjoy or gravitate to and enjoy helping with, and the parts that they don't.” — Missy Martens [0:22:21]

“Our kids have a lot of freedom around the brewery and the cool thing with the brewery in the coffee shop is that we've met a ton of people around town, made a ton of connections.” — Missy Martens [0:34:53]

“And it's been really fun to work with my husband, we found we can work really well together.” — Missy Martens [0:37:48]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Copper State Brewing Company 

The Homeschool Loft

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]]>c736b512-4d4e-462f-aea5-9d88e66f40daFri, 24 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -050045:36nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerFrom Russia with Love — Vanya’s StoryFrom Russia with Love — Vanya’s StoryThis week on the Homeschool Loftcast we sit down with Vanya Koepke to hear about his experience of being homeschooled and the miraculous ways that God can be seen at work in his life. After living through several devastating traumas as a young child in Russia, and multiple attempts at adoption with foreign families, Vanya was finally adopted by a loving American family. Vanya is a 2011 homeschool graduate and 2015 graduate of the University of Wisconsin Green Bay, where he earned the Chancellor's Leadership Medallion, an exceptional achievement that has been awarded to only 3 percent of their 30,000 graduates. Vanya currently works as a Carrier Support Manager at Schneider National and has been active there for the past five years. In our conversation with Vanya, we hear about his harrowing early years and the incredible confluence of circumstances that led him to be adopted by a loving foreign family. Listening in you’ll hear how Vanya’s family decided to pursue homeschooling and what it was like teaching eight children! We discuss some of the reservations parents have about homeschooling, like concerns about socialization. We address why these fears are unfounded and might even be more likely to occur if you send your child away to school. Later, Vanya reflects on how homeschooling allowed him to nurture his interests and why it’s a valuable opportunity to invest in your children. We also discuss what it was like for Vanya to learn English after the age of ten and how his mother supported his journey to fluency. Join us for an inspiring conversation on faith, homeschooling, and much more!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Get to know today’s guest Vanya Koepke.
  • The story of Vanya’s early years in Russia and how he was sent to an orphanage.
  • How Vanya came to be adopted by a loving American family.
  • The logistics of adoption in Russia if you’re a foreigner.
  • How Vanya’s adoptive family decided to homeschool their children.
  • The impressive undertaking of homeschooling eight children.
  • Vanya’s experience of being homeschooled.
  • How homeschooling prepared Vanya for college by teaching him self-discipline and how to structure his own time.
  • How homeschooling gave Vanya the foundation to be strong in his faith, values, and work ethic.
  • Why many of the arguments against homeschooling are unfounded.
  • Why homeschooling gives your children plenty of opportunities for socialization.
  • Vanya shares how he became interested in governance and his political aspirations.
  • Some of Vanya’s experiences in politics and governance.
  • What Vanya learned from his parents about being called to serve.
  • The challenge Vanya faced learning English between the ages of ten and twelve.
  • Homeschooling is not separated from life.
  • How homeschooling allows your children to follow their interests.
  • Homeschooling is an opportunity to invest in your children.

Highlights:

“Overall, it gave me that foundation of not only good work ethic and organizing my own schedule, maybe getting up early and getting some subjects done.” — @VanyaKoepke [0:20:30]

“That homeschool foundation allowed me to be strong throughout liberal arts colleges and public environments to not only be strong in my faith, but in my values. And my work ethic.” — @VanyaKoepke [0:14:43]

“It was homeschooling, it was my mom investing into really good literature, into very good writing assignments, into proper writing, into being patient as a teacher. ” — @VanyaKoepke...]]>This week on the Homeschool Loftcast we sit down with Vanya Koepke to hear about his experience of being homeschooled and the miraculous ways that God can be seen at work in his life. After living through several devastating traumas as a young child in Russia, and multiple attempts at adoption with foreign families, Vanya was finally adopted by a loving American family. Vanya is a 2011 homeschool graduate and 2015 graduate of the University of Wisconsin Green Bay, where he earned the Chancellor's Leadership Medallion, an exceptional achievement that has been awarded to only 3 percent of their 30,000 graduates. Vanya currently works as a Carrier Support Manager at Schneider National and has been active there for the past five years. In our conversation with Vanya, we hear about his harrowing early years and the incredible confluence of circumstances that led him to be adopted by a loving foreign family. Listening in you’ll hear how Vanya’s family decided to pursue homeschooling and what it was like teaching eight children! We discuss some of the reservations parents have about homeschooling, like concerns about socialization. We address why these fears are unfounded and might even be more likely to occur if you send your child away to school. Later, Vanya reflects on how homeschooling allowed him to nurture his interests and why it’s a valuable opportunity to invest in your children. We also discuss what it was like for Vanya to learn English after the age of ten and how his mother supported his journey to fluency. Join us for an inspiring conversation on faith, homeschooling, and much more!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Get to know today’s guest Vanya Koepke.
  • The story of Vanya’s early years in Russia and how he was sent to an orphanage.
  • How Vanya came to be adopted by a loving American family.
  • The logistics of adoption in Russia if you’re a foreigner.
  • How Vanya’s adoptive family decided to homeschool their children.
  • The impressive undertaking of homeschooling eight children.
  • Vanya’s experience of being homeschooled.
  • How homeschooling prepared Vanya for college by teaching him self-discipline and how to structure his own time.
  • How homeschooling gave Vanya the foundation to be strong in his faith, values, and work ethic.
  • Why many of the arguments against homeschooling are unfounded.
  • Why homeschooling gives your children plenty of opportunities for socialization.
  • Vanya shares how he became interested in governance and his political aspirations.
  • Some of Vanya’s experiences in politics and governance.
  • What Vanya learned from his parents about being called to serve.
  • The challenge Vanya faced learning English between the ages of ten and twelve.
  • Homeschooling is not separated from life.
  • How homeschooling allows your children to follow their interests.
  • Homeschooling is an opportunity to invest in your children.

Highlights:

“Overall, it gave me that foundation of not only good work ethic and organizing my own schedule, maybe getting up early and getting some subjects done.” — @VanyaKoepke [0:20:30]

“That homeschool foundation allowed me to be strong throughout liberal arts colleges and public environments to not only be strong in my faith, but in my values. And my work ethic.” — @VanyaKoepke [0:14:43]

“It was homeschooling, it was my mom investing into really good literature, into very good writing assignments, into proper writing, into being patient as a teacher. ” — @VanyaKoepke [0:38:39]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Vanya Koepke on Twitter

8 Great Smarts for Homeschoolers

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]]>8383fccd-cd71-4d43-88c4-4db887f382fbFri, 17 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -050045:19nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerA Convention-al ConversationA Convention-al ConversationThis week’s episode is all about homeschooling conventions! We hear from Jenny about her recent trip to the Cincinnati homeschool convention and why it was such a positive experience. Jenny shares some of her experiences and explains why the fear of feeling overwhelmed shouldn’t prevent you from visiting a convention. Tuning in you’ll hear about some of the convention's great offerings, like discounts on curriculums and excellent speakers. Jenny reflects on why conventions are a great opportunity for going away as a family or having a solo trip. We also hear about the wonderful sense of community from being in an exhibition hall full of homeschooling families and why that exposure can also be great for your kids. For all this and much more, tune in today!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • The rise in children being homeschooled in America from the year 2020 to 2021.
  • Jenny shares her experience of the Cincinnati homeschool convention.
  • Why the fear of being overwhelmed prevents a lot of folks from attending homeschool conventions.
  • Some of the variations Jenny noticed about the different conventions she’s been to.
  • Jenny’s positive experience with Teach Them Diligently, a Christian homeschooling organization.
  • The exhibit hall and logistics of the Cincinnati homeschool convention.
  • How the conventions offer multiple engagement opportunities for children.
  • The discounts you can capitalize on at conventions.
  • Find out what Jenny’s oddest purchase was at the convention!
  • How visiting a convention exposes you and your children to a broader community.
  • How to find a convention closer to home.
  • Why a convention could be a great opportunity for a vacation.
  • How to prepare yourself for a convention.

Highlights:

“There are so many curriculum providers. You're like a child in a candy store. And you just want every single one of them. All of them. They all seem good. You want every one. That's a great overwhelm if you ask me. There are so many choices.” — Jenny Tetzner [0:07:18]

“When you're there and you see all of these other moms and dads and kiddos when you see all of this, that is a refreshment to your soul. It really reminds you that it's so much bigger than you.” — Jenny Tetzner [0:17:45]

“If you look on the road map, because you won't see them all online, you could probably find a good convention within driving distance of almost any place you are.” — Tina Hollenbeck [0:26:40]

“There's nothing more comforting than being around like-minded people.” — Jenny Tetzner [0:27:29]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Great Homeschool Conventions

Teach Them Diligently

My Father’s World

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]]>This week’s episode is all about homeschooling conventions! We hear from Jenny about her recent trip to the Cincinnati homeschool convention and why it was such a positive experience. Jenny shares some of her experiences and explains why the fear of feeling overwhelmed shouldn’t prevent you from visiting a convention. Tuning in you’ll hear about some of the convention's great offerings, like discounts on curriculums and excellent speakers. Jenny reflects on why conventions are a great opportunity for going away as a family or having a solo trip. We also hear about the wonderful sense of community from being in an exhibition hall full of homeschooling families and why that exposure can also be great for your kids. For all this and much more, tune in today!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • The rise in children being homeschooled in America from the year 2020 to 2021.
  • Jenny shares her experience of the Cincinnati homeschool convention.
  • Why the fear of being overwhelmed prevents a lot of folks from attending homeschool conventions.
  • Some of the variations Jenny noticed about the different conventions she’s been to.
  • Jenny’s positive experience with Teach Them Diligently, a Christian homeschooling organization.
  • The exhibit hall and logistics of the Cincinnati homeschool convention.
  • How the conventions offer multiple engagement opportunities for children.
  • The discounts you can capitalize on at conventions.
  • Find out what Jenny’s oddest purchase was at the convention!
  • How visiting a convention exposes you and your children to a broader community.
  • How to find a convention closer to home.
  • Why a convention could be a great opportunity for a vacation.
  • How to prepare yourself for a convention.

Highlights:

“There are so many curriculum providers. You're like a child in a candy store. And you just want every single one of them. All of them. They all seem good. You want every one. That's a great overwhelm if you ask me. There are so many choices.” — Jenny Tetzner [0:07:18]

“When you're there and you see all of these other moms and dads and kiddos when you see all of this, that is a refreshment to your soul. It really reminds you that it's so much bigger than you.” — Jenny Tetzner [0:17:45]

“If you look on the road map, because you won't see them all online, you could probably find a good convention within driving distance of almost any place you are.” — Tina Hollenbeck [0:26:40]

“There's nothing more comforting than being around like-minded people.” — Jenny Tetzner [0:27:29]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Great Homeschool Conventions

Teach Them Diligently

My Father’s World

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]]>bdd961b5-0723-469f-971b-f4b8cdc41d00Fri, 10 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -050031:08nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerTae Kwon Do: One Way to Cover Physical Education in HomeschoolingTae Kwon Do: One Way to Cover Physical Education in HomeschoolingJenny and Tina are joined by Dan Willilams—a Tae Kwon Do Master Instructor who offers homeschoolers a unique form of Physical Education.

Referenced in Today’s Episode:

Williams Tae Kwon Do

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]]>Jenny and Tina are joined by Dan Willilams—a Tae Kwon Do Master Instructor who offers homeschoolers a unique form of Physical Education.

Referenced in Today’s Episode:

Williams Tae Kwon Do

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]]>344c84d1-444d-4627-8c6b-9231bef49aa7Fri, 03 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -050050:46nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomeschooling Myths, Debunked!Homeschooling Myths, Debunked!In this episode, Jenny, Tina, and Noah (Jenny's homeschool-graduated son) debunk common myths about homeschooling.

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]]>In this episode, Jenny, Tina, and Noah (Jenny's homeschool-graduated son) debunk common myths about homeschooling.

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]]>b3de21cd-9218-49ec-9433-999300d24ee1Fri, 27 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -050059:11nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerThe Homeschool Resource Roadmap—a Wonderful Tool for HomeschoolersThe Homeschool Resource Roadmap—a Wonderful Tool for HomeschoolersIn this episode, Jenny and Tina introduce an invaluable resource for homeschoolers—The Homeschool Resource Roadmap!

The Roadmap, a database providing current and prospective homeschool parents with free info on over 4,900 homeschool-oriented resource providers, is a wonderful tool for at-home learners.

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap Tutorial

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]]>In this episode, Jenny and Tina introduce an invaluable resource for homeschoolers—The Homeschool Resource Roadmap!

The Roadmap, a database providing current and prospective homeschool parents with free info on over 4,900 homeschool-oriented resource providers, is a wonderful tool for at-home learners.

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap Tutorial

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]]>490e5688-c668-4862-9eb0-baee48bb7ee5Fri, 20 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -050002:00nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomeschooling & Adoption: A Mother's StoryHomeschooling & Adoption: A Mother's StoryJenny & Tina are joined by homeschooling veteran Hannah Tuimala who shares her story about homeschooling adoptive children, along with other great ideas, encouragement, and practical advice.

Hannah's Blog

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]]>Jenny & Tina are joined by homeschooling veteran Hannah Tuimala who shares her story about homeschooling adoptive children, along with other great ideas, encouragement, and practical advice.

Hannah's Blog

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]]>bf9086a7-6e88-4486-ae91-92486ac6f0f2Fri, 13 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -050001:02:49nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomeschooling Many Children: Advice from Two ExpertsHomeschooling Many Children: Advice from Two ExpertsIn this episode, Jenny and Tina are joined by veteran moms Vivian Lawyer and Shelly Shown, who homeschooled many children.

Whether you're homeschooling in a large family or are looking for tips on organization, relationship-building, and educating well, this episode is a must-listen!

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]]>In this episode, Jenny and Tina are joined by veteran moms Vivian Lawyer and Shelly Shown, who homeschooled many children.

Whether you're homeschooling in a large family or are looking for tips on organization, relationship-building, and educating well, this episode is a must-listen!

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]]>296ece10-861d-4894-87b1-d0f1b095e48dFri, 06 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -050055:29nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner8 Great Smarts for Homeschoolers (Tina's New Book)!8 Great Smarts for Homeschoolers (Tina's New Book)!Tina's new book, 8 Great Smarts for Homeschoolers: A Guide to Teaching Based on Your Child's Unique Strengths, is now available! 

Tune in for a conversation about the book itself, Tina's journey in writing it, and tips for identifying your child's unique strengths.

Referenced in Today’s Episode:

Tina's Book

Visit the website for information about Tina's book signing and other upcoming events for homeschoolers in Wisconsin!

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]]>Tina's new book, 8 Great Smarts for Homeschoolers: A Guide to Teaching Based on Your Child's Unique Strengths, is now available! 

Tune in for a conversation about the book itself, Tina's journey in writing it, and tips for identifying your child's unique strengths.

Referenced in Today’s Episode:

Tina's Book

Visit the website for information about Tina's book signing and other upcoming events for homeschoolers in Wisconsin!

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]]>98e8322f-380a-452d-8615-0fbedbf3b23fFri, 30 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -050032:45nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerThe CLT: A Homeschool-Friendly Alternative to the SAT & ACTThe CLT: A Homeschool-Friendly Alternative to the SAT & ACTTune in for a conversation with Noah Tetzner and Jeremy Tate—founder and CEO of the Classic Learning Test (CLT).

CLT is a college entrance exam rooted in classical education. If your kids are college-bound, CLT is a wonderful alternative to the SAT and ACT.

Referenced in Today’s Episode:

Classic Learning Test (CLT)

Anchored, a CLT Podcast

Jeremy Tate on Twitter

CLT on Twitter

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]]>Tune in for a conversation with Noah Tetzner and Jeremy Tate—founder and CEO of the Classic Learning Test (CLT).

CLT is a college entrance exam rooted in classical education. If your kids are college-bound, CLT is a wonderful alternative to the SAT and ACT.

Referenced in Today’s Episode:

Classic Learning Test (CLT)

Anchored, a CLT Podcast

Jeremy Tate on Twitter

CLT on Twitter

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]]>40969aef-2dd9-4223-9be2-d7d89d8cc6faFri, 23 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -050029:59nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerThe Money Talk: How You Can Afford to HomeschoolThe Money Talk: How You Can Afford to HomeschoolMany families considering homeschooling are concerned about their ability to afford it. Between buying curriculum and potentially living on one income, the leap into homeschooling can appear as a daunting financial risk.

In today's episode, Jenny and Tina are joined by Joel Tetzner, a financial coach and homeschool dad who shares tips and tricks for affording the ability to homeschool. 

Filled with personal stories and practical advice, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

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]]>Many families considering homeschooling are concerned about their ability to afford it. Between buying curriculum and potentially living on one income, the leap into homeschooling can appear as a daunting financial risk.

In today's episode, Jenny and Tina are joined by Joel Tetzner, a financial coach and homeschool dad who shares tips and tricks for affording the ability to homeschool. 

Filled with personal stories and practical advice, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

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]]>d637d12f-dca1-48e6-ac8e-46b79d781efaFri, 16 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -050057:06nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerMusical Theater Opportunities for HomeschoolersMusical Theater Opportunities for HomeschoolersA conversation with accomplished actress, theater director, and homeschooling mom Molly Wenholz. 

Looking to connect your kids with a homeschooling theater group or start one in your area? Tune in to this episode for advice, ideas, and encouragement!

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]]>A conversation with accomplished actress, theater director, and homeschooling mom Molly Wenholz. 

Looking to connect your kids with a homeschooling theater group or start one in your area? Tune in to this episode for advice, ideas, and encouragement!

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]]>a21b3901-7703-4a5d-a873-f1766b5719c5Fri, 09 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -050033:05nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomeschool Freedom: Lessons from the Past, Encouragement for NowHomeschool Freedom: Lessons from the Past, Encouragement for NowIn this episode, we celebrate the many freedoms of homeschooling, and Tina provides a brief lesson on the history of homeschooling.

Referenced in Today’s Episode:

John Taylor Gatto's Books

John Holt's Books

Education: Does God Have an Opinion?

Homeschool: An American History

Homeschooling in America

Homeschooling in New View

National Home Education Research Institute

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]]>In this episode, we celebrate the many freedoms of homeschooling, and Tina provides a brief lesson on the history of homeschooling.

Referenced in Today’s Episode:

John Taylor Gatto's Books

John Holt's Books

Education: Does God Have an Opinion?

Homeschool: An American History

Homeschooling in America

Homeschooling in New View

National Home Education Research Institute

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]]>2e79cf36-10e7-474c-8768-39c7d1dd6cc0Fri, 02 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -050043:24nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomeschool Graduate Roundtable: Reflections on Homeschool EducationHomeschool Graduate Roundtable: Reflections on Homeschool EducationTune in for a roundtable discussion with three homeschool graduates.

In this episode, Jenny & Tina feature their children, who share what it was like being homeschooled. Additionally, the graduates spend time describing what they're doing now (careers and otherwise) and how homeschooling has impacted their successes in life.

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]]>Tune in for a roundtable discussion with three homeschool graduates.

In this episode, Jenny & Tina feature their children, who share what it was like being homeschooled. Additionally, the graduates spend time describing what they're doing now (careers and otherwise) and how homeschooling has impacted their successes in life.

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]]>24b86a51-6746-469e-bb4c-44c788544545Fri, 25 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -050049:20nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerHomeschool Dadcast: A Father's Role in At-Home LearningHomeschool Dadcast: A Father's Role in At-Home LearningIn this episode, Tina & Jenny interview their husbands about a father's role in homeschooling.

While often the provider, homeschool dads can play many important roles in the education of their kids. Tune in for a lively and down-to-earth discussion between four veteran homeschool parents!

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]]>In this episode, Tina & Jenny interview their husbands about a father's role in homeschooling.

While often the provider, homeschool dads can play many important roles in the education of their kids. Tune in for a lively and down-to-earth discussion between four veteran homeschool parents!

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]]>94736f83-65f8-48ae-a4c8-d4fbf296adc1Fri, 18 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -050043:40nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerOur Journey Through the Homeschool Curriculum WildernessOur Journey Through the Homeschool Curriculum WildernessIn this episode, Jenny and Tina reflect on their journeys through the homeschool curriculum wilderness. 

When it comes to curriculum, homeschooling parents often feel overwhelmed. Tune in for personal stories and practical advice that will help you select the best curriculum for your kids!

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]]>In this episode, Jenny and Tina reflect on their journeys through the homeschool curriculum wilderness. 

When it comes to curriculum, homeschooling parents often feel overwhelmed. Tune in for personal stories and practical advice that will help you select the best curriculum for your kids!

Connect with Tina & Jenny at: 

The Website

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]]>494eec51-ad1d-4a51-b7de-f6fbcb9d5e2fFri, 11 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -050001:06:12nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny TetznerReflecting on 20+ Years of HomeschoolingReflecting on 20+ Years of HomeschoolingWelcome to this first episode of The Homeschool Loftcast!

Tune in for a conversation between two veteran homeschool moms as they reflect on when God called them to homeschool, advice for parents considering at-home education, and how the Homeschool Loft can help you homeschool!

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]]>Welcome to this first episode of The Homeschool Loftcast!

Tune in for a conversation between two veteran homeschool moms as they reflect on when God called them to homeschool, advice for parents considering at-home education, and how the Homeschool Loft can help you homeschool!

Connect with Tina & Jenny at:

The Website

Facebook

Email

If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

]]>c848ed44-da07-485e-971c-eaa11e31ced5Fri, 04 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -050050:36nofullTina Hollenbeck & Jenny Tetzner