The HSLDA works tirelessly to protect and reinforce the rights of homeschoolers both in the United States and abroad. In this episode, Mike Donnelly (Senior Counsel, Director of Global Outreach) explains the mission of the Homeschool Legal Defense Association and how the organization provides legal help for homeschool families. Mike is also a homeschool parent himself, raising and teaching seven children. Don’t miss this episode!

The Memoria Press homeschool curriculum begins its journey in a field tested classroom. It undergoes strict curriculum evaluation and syllabus development to find what is best suited for homeschool families. We know there are plenty of choices between different types of curriculum. But for the last 28 years, parents seeking better choices in which curriculum to choose have seen the difference in a battle-tested Memoria Press education. Review us for yourself! ---[HJL: 120 | Leigh Lowe]---...

Underneath homeschool curriculum picks and best choices for homeschooling classroom setups is the fundamental key in defining success for a homeschool mom, finding God's vision for your children and home. Today we bring 3 stories from beginners and veterans alike in how they cultivate vision in their day to day homes. We hope you find inspiration and hope in their stories for your life as you cultivate the next right thing to do for your homeschool family. ---[HJL: 119 | Esther Wingard,...

Hey homeschool mom, here for some advice? Working and homeschooling are two schedule routines that don't easily work together. But somehow these moms have made it work! But how did they make the hard choice of working full time and homeschooling vs sending their kids to public school? And how do they keep things in balance?  Christian parenting, working full time, and homeschooling your kids is more than a simple DITL (day in the life) experience. We're here to share our experience on how to...

Learn more about Sodalitas here! - https://www.memoriapress.com/2022-sodalitas-homeschool-conference/ Today, Carrie sits down with two homeschool dads to talk about their experience being a homeschool dad and their time spent at The Memoria Press Sodalitas Homeschool Conference. This coming summer Memoria Press is including brand new courses specifically geared for a homeschool dad. Dads are important in a homeschool family and we want to make sure their effort, time and attention is...

Memoria Press offers classical, Christian, and complete homeschool curricula for students from Kindergarten to Twelfth Grade. In this part 2 episode, Carrie and Paul Schaeffer dive into the second part of Upper School Curriculum, to further explain why each curriculum placement is critical to classical education. In this episode, they will cover Literature, Classical & Christian Studies, Composition, and Logic. ---[HJL: 116 | Paul Schaeffer]---

Memoria Press offers classical, Christian, and complete homeschool curricula for students from Kindergarten to Twelfth Grade. In this episode, Carrie and Paul Schaeffer begin their dive into each part of the curriculum for 7th-12th graders, explaining why each curriculum placement is critical to classical education. In this episode, they will cover Latin, Math, Science, and Modern Studies.

In this very special episode of the Homeschool Journal, Amy McVay joins Carrie at the table to talk about the healthy rhythms and unexpected pitfalls of the homeschool parent. While everyone’s journey is different, this episode highlights 3 keys movements of the homeschool life that many people have experienced before. And if you haven’t, this episode is a great view of the oncoming horizon. Join us for this episode The Life Cycle of a Homeschooler | [HJL: 014] | Special Guest: Amy McVay...

Tanya is back on the Homeschool Journal! In this episode of the Homeschool Journal, Carrie sits down once again with Tanya Charlton to talk about Latin. We’ve gotten a lot of emails since we last talked with Tanya about Latin and whether or not it belongs in a classical education. And Tanya is back to share her thoughts on Latin and its place in the classical homeschool family. [HJL: 113] Is It Classical Without Latin? About the Show The Homeschool Journal is a multi-season show with host...

In this extra-length episode of the Homeschool Journal, Carrie sits down with Cheryl Swope, author of Simply Classical and mother to two incredible special needs homeschoolers. Join us as we hear Cheryl’s incredible story and dive into her experience as a mother of special needs kids. You’ll learn how homeschooling, and the flexibility and confidence it can bring, allowed Cheryl to navigate the world of raising and teaching her kids, and provide her the experience to craft one of the most...

In this on-location Homeschool Journal Special, Carrie sits down with two Memoria Press users that are a bit more unconventional. Introducing Jessica Watson and Amy Mangione, two in-classroom teachers who carried the MP Curriculum into their classroom experience. Join us as two professional teachers offer tips and helpful solutions to bringing the classroom to your homeschool experience. We hope you’ll see how MP Curriculum is completely transferrable, able to bridge the gap between the...

Does Long-Term Homeschooling Work? Meet Susie Shaw and Ansley Wiseman. Over two decades ago, Susie began homeschooling Ansley using a selection of Memoria Press curriculum due to concerns over Ansley’s life-threatening food allergies. Ansley found joy and success in her studies in the home, which stuck with her after graduation. Ansley knew, even before her first child was born, that she would homeschool as well. Listen to Susie and Ansley’s story to hear about the blessings and triumphs that...

Merry Christmas from the Homeschool Journal! In this episode Carrie sits down with literature expert and Memoria Press favorite Leigh Lowe to talk about Christmas books, poems, and stories that are staples in each of their homes. From the redemptive tale of Scrooge of ”A Christmas Carol” to the heartbreaking (and warming) ”Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey”, from everyone‘s favorite ”How the Grinch Stole Christmas” to the less well known ”The Little Fir Tree”, this episode walks the long...

Surprise! Here we go with Part 2 of The Memoria Press Grammar School Curriculum Review! In this Part 2, Carrie sits down with Michelle Tefertiller of Memoria Press to talk about the content, direction, and expectations of the Grammar School Stage as it pertains to the MP Curriculum. Join us for this quick look inside 4th-6th grade. Don‘t forget to check out Part 1 that covers 3rd grade!

Time to talk about Curriculum! The Memoria Press Grammar School Curriculum to be specific. In this part 1 of 2, Carrie sits down with Michelle Tefertiller of Memoria Press to talk about the content, direction, and expectations of the Grammar School Stage as it pertains to the MP Curriculum. Join us for this quick look inside 3rd grade, and be on the lookout for part 2 where Carrie and Michelle cover 4th-6th grade.  We at Memoria Press want to support new and veteran homeschoolers in...

Happy Thanksgiving from The Homeschool Journal! In this episode, Carrie highlights the attitude of gratitude in our homes through reading homeschool moms‘ reflections, calling homeschool mom Amanda Biggerstaff, and reflecting on personal experiences. You‘ll also hear a special message from Tanya Charlton, Paul Schaeffer, Michelle Tefertiller, and Ryan Grigsby. This episode is all about this beautiful season of thankfulness. And, we are thankful for you! Thank you for listening to and...

Happy Veterans day from the Memoria Press family and the Homeschool Journal! We want to express our thanks to the men and women of the armed forces who have taken up the responsibility of defending our freedoms. Show them your thanks in the comments below! In this episode Carrie sits down to talk with two homeschool and military veterans to speak on their personal experience with balancing their hectic homeschool lives and the call of their military service. You'll hear stories that touch,...

What is the Common App? What makes an essay stand out to admissions officers? How do I create a high school transcript? All these questions, and more, are answered in this episode of The Homeschool Journal about applying to college for homeschoolers. Carrie McGraw speaks with Chelsea Schaper, college counselor at Highlands Latin school, and Lauren Cardwell, a college essay tutor at Highlands Latin School Nashville. If you are struggling with the college admissions process, this is the episode...

At the annual Sodalitas Homeschool Conference, Carrie sat down with several homeschool parents to hear their stories from the past year in a live format. Join the live audience in experiencing a different perspective on The Homeschool Journal. Get a sneak peek at the wonderful things that happen at Sodalitas. We’d love to see you here in 2022! We at Memoria Press want to support new and veteran homeschoolers in educating their children with truth, goodness, and beauty. If you are struggling,...

In this episode of the Homeschool Journal, Carrie McGraw sits down with Sam Phillips, Director of Admissions at Christendom College, and Ben Strickland, an admissions counselor from Hillsdale College to talk about how homeschoolers are actually at an advantage for getting into liberal arts colleges. They‘ll talk about the advantages of a liberal arts education, the best methods of getting admissions counselors attention, and how homeschoolers can prepare themselves for the challenge of...

As we kick off Season Two of The Homeschool Journal, Carrie McGraw has a message for you of encouragement for another school year. So, sit down, put on some headphones, and take a few minutes to hear Carrie’s message for you. Season Two of the podcast will be full of insights, advice, help, and, yes, encouragement to aid you in your homeschool journey.  We at Memoria Press want to support new and veteran homeschoolers in educating their children with truth, goodness, and beauty. If you are...

Enjoy the best moments from The Homeschool Journal Podcast: Season 1. Carrie sat down with many amazing guests to provide support and encouragement for new and veteran homeschool parents. We hope this first season of The Homeschool Journal has brightened your homeschool journey! The Homeschool Journal will continue with Season 2 this coming Fall, so make sure to subscribe and enable notifications so that you don’t miss out when we return with The Homeschool Journal: Season 2.

In this episode, Michelle Tefertiller joins Carrie to talk about critical skills for Kindergarten through Second Grade. Carrie asks Michelle, “What do children need to know K-2?” And, Michelle explains what you’ll want to accomplish with your children in Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade. If you have children in, or approaching, these grade levels, this is the episode for you!

Today Carrie sits down with Dianna Kennedy, Jessica Phillips, Melanie Larson, Rose Sheffler and Jennifer Tutwiler; Homeschool veterans and outspoken advocates for the topic of today's show; Sodalitas. Join Carrie and her joyous troupe as they share their Sodalitas Stories and speak to why this yearly gathering is so important for their homeschool lives. If you like this episode, would like to learn more about Sodalitas or if you are ready to purchase a ticket and make the trip to Louisville...