The California Homeschool Podcast

The California Homeschool Podcast

The California Homeschool Podcast, produced by the Christian Home Educators Association of California (CHEA), is your companion for navigating private homeschooling in the Golden State. We offer encouragement, practical tips, and insightful interviews to support families choosing private home education in California. Discover community and gain valuable knowledge on everything from legal requirements to flourishing in your private homeschool journey. Learn more at: www.cheaofca.org

Episodes

November 4, 2025 24 mins

Episode Description

The holidays are approaching, and many homeschool parents are already feeling the tension between keeping up with academics and embracing this special season with their families. In this episode, we're tackling the guilt head-on and giving you practical strategies to plan your homeschool holidays with intention and peace.

Join us as we sit down with Danielle Huerta, veteran homeschool mom of four (with two alrea...

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Guest: Zan Tyler - Homeschool advocate, speaker, author, and podcast host with 30+ years of experience encouraging families

Episode Description: Feeling like your homeschool year isn't going as planned? You're not alone. Join Angela Lasch as she talks with Zan Tyler about navigating the doubt and discouragement that often hits in October and November. Learn how to distinguish between normal growing pains and needed changes, escape ...

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Host: Angela Lasch Guest: Dena Bless, CHEA Events Manager & Bay Area/NorCal Regional Advisory Board Member Episode Focus: Understanding California's legal homeschool options and the advantages of private home education

Episode Overview

This episode breaks down California's homeschool legal landscape and explains why the private education path offers the greatest freedom for families. Dena Bless shares her personal homeschool jo...

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CHEA's California Homeschool Podcast

Guest: Dr. Renton Rathbun Episode Focus: The vital role fathers play in Christian homeschooling

Episode Description

The homeschooling landscape has transformed dramatically over the past 25 years, with today's fathers more engaged than ever before in their children's education. Yet many Christian fathers still wonder: What exactly is my role in homeschooling?

Join Angela Lasch as she sits down w...

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Join Angela Lasch for an honest conversation with Shannon Allen, a first-year homeschooler discovering that this educational journey reveals so much more than academic learning. Shannon shares her authentic experience of taking the leap into homeschooling and how it's become a mirror, reflecting not only how her children learn but who she is as a parent and what truly matters to her family.

Perfect for first-year homeschoolers, fam...

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Host

Angela Lasch, Executive Director of the Christian Home Educators Association of California (CHEA)

Guest

Vicki Stormoen is a veteran homeschooler with over 30 years of experience who has guided eight of her nine children through graduation, with one still on the educational journey. She currently serves as principal of Heritage Christian School, which is a member of CHEA's Support Network. Vicki is passionate about raising a go...

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In this inaugural episode of CHEA's California Homeschool Podcast, we welcome Betsy Pierce, a second-generation homeschooling mom of eight children. Betsy shares her unique perspective on homeschooling from both sides—as a former homeschool student and now as a teacher to her own children. She offers valuable insights and encouragement for families considering or currently on their homeschooling journey.

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The California Homeschool Podcast is your go-to source for equipping and encouraging Christian families on their homeschooling journey. Each episode offers practical guidance on navigating California’s homeschool laws, updates on key legislation, and uplifting support to help you thrive in your calling.

 

Website: https://cheaofca.org/

 

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