I received a simple but important email today. A podcast listener wrote to ask, “What are your views on Common Core and curriculum?“ It’s been a while since we’ve addressed Common Core on the blog, so here was my answer to her. We are strongly opposed to Common Core (the Common Core State Standards Initiative) and most Common Core-aligned curriculum. We have spent a considerable amount of time discussing the topic on the the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast and the Thinking Dad, and we touched on it in our documentary, Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution. I have included a couple of videos on the topic below. Briefly, our concerns about Common Core…
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To date, we’ve recorded almost 800 episodes of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast. In that time, we’ve seen a few often-recurring themes discussed. Without a doubt, “freedom” is at the top of the list. Homeschooling brings and expands FREEDOM for families. We are free to teach to our children’s strengths and passions. We are free to teach the subjects we want, from the books we want to use, at the times we want, wherever we want. Most importantly, we are free to teach our children the TRUTH according to God’s Word. Homeschooling and freedom go hand in hand. That fact is TERRIFYING to many. Some form of the question “what about parents…
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As a new year begins, many of us find ourselves contemplating resolutions and seeking guidance for the year ahead. In a powerful conversation on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, host Yvette Hampton welcomes Heidi St. John to discuss New Year’s resolutions, the importance of faith, and the role of parents in shaping the next generation. In this post, we dive into the insightful conversation, highlighting key takeaways and Heidi’s thought-provoking advice that will inspire and encourage you on your own resolution journey. Recognizing God’s Plan and Trusting Him: Is our nation overdue for judgement? Heidi St. John believes that our nation has tested God’s mercy for too long, and is now…
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We recently received an amazing email from a mom after she watched Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution. Sherrie and her husband are both public school teachers in New York City, but Sherrie heard about Schoolhouse Rocked on the Parenting with Ginger Hubbard podcast and her curiosity led her to watch the film. Here’s what she had to say… “I just wanted to say thank you for creating such a well done, modern and balanced representation of homeschooling in our country. It was not only inspirational and motivating for me who is still equally nervous as I am excited, but it also affirmed our decision to homeschool for the very first time.It’s funny and truly sad how…
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“No matter what happens in American politically… our job is to serve God and serve our fellow man, regardless of those outer circumstances.” Rick Green Yvette Hampton recently sat down for a thought-provoking conversation with “America’s Constitution Coach” Rick Green, which challenges common misconceptions surrounding Christians’ role in society, advocating for active engagement in the civic process, from the local level to the federal level. With thought-provoking insights and a passion for preserving liberty, Rick’s words resonate deeply, offering hope and inspiration for families who want to preserve our republic. A Critical Misunderstanding: One of the key mistakes that many citizens believe is that that Christians should stay out of…
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“Education is very powerful. We’ve accomplished wonderful things through education, but also great evils have come through the education system.” John Stamper Yvette Hampton recently interviewed John Stamper, an educator with a diverse background in both public and private schools. Stamper, author of Conflicted: Pulling Back the Curtain on Public Education, shared his experiences as a homeschool graduate turned long-time public school teacher and his insights regarding the conflict that these schools present for teachers, students, and parents. Exploring The Public School Conflict: John Stamper’s journey began in a small rural community in Indiana, where the local public school had allowed outside community groups, like the Gideons, to distribute Bibles…
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Yvette Hampton joined the Moms on a Mission Podcast to expose myths of homeschooling and explains the dire need for our children to be indoctrinated with the truth of Jesus and a Godly worldview instead of the anti-God agenda of the public school system along with some private schools. Watch the interview on Rumble. Listen to the interview on Apple Podcasts or search for Moms on a Mission on your favorite podcast app. In the interview she shares how she and her husband did not have children for the first 11 years of their marriage and they knew when they did, they definitely did not want to homeschool them. But,…
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Recently on the Schoolhouse Rocked podcast, host Yvette Hampton had an enlightening conversation with Alex Newman and Leigh Bortins on the Declaration of Educational Independence, and about the urgent need to redefine education in America. This thought-provoking interview discusses the reasons behind the growing recognition that the current public school system is failing our children and proposes an alternative approach rooted in the fundamental principles of family government. Recognizing the Problem: As the communication delved into the issue of government involvement in education, both Newman and Bortins stressed the importance of defining the end goal and principles underlying the educational system. As Newman states, “We need an end goal. We…
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“I think ultimately what God wants is to refine us in this homeschooling process. It’s not like we’re the ones that have it together and we’re teaching these children to get it together. It’s that we’re all people that need refined, and we’re all people that need to depend on the Lord. And it’s just something we’re all working through together.” Aby Rinella This week on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, Yvette Hampton welcomed Aby Rinella back to share her enthusiasm for teaching and the joy of homeschooling – in our 2023 Back to School series. Aby Rinella is a former public school teacher and passionate homeschooling parent who believes in…
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In a world where the “traditional” educational model has devolved to the point of abject danger and degeneracy, millions of families are seeking alternatives and homeschooling has reemerged as the gold-standard in education. In the latest episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, host Yvette Hampton sat down with homeschooling expert, author, and speaker Kristi Clover to delve into the ins and outs of homeschooling. With valuable insights and practical tips, Kristi empowers parents to embark on this impactful journey. Let’s explore some key takeaways from this illuminating conversation. For more on this topic, make sure you download our free Homeschool Survival Kit. This 70+ page eBook walks you through every…
