The Frontline

In this episode of The Frontline, Nathan discusses legislative issues in California, focusing on bills related to mandatory kindergarten and minors' consent to medical care. Additionally, Nathan discusses the definition of "school of record" for those considering dual enrollment here in California. To learn more, visit the link to our article below.

We here at FPM need prayer for wisdom in analyzing and understanding the many bills we are dealing with. Don't forget to sign up for FPM's email alerts to take action to protect family and homeschooling freedoms in California when the need inevitably arises. You can check out our daily-updated bill tracker on our website at the link below to stay up to date on legislation.

School of Record Article: https://fpmca.org/2024/02/27/understanding-school-of-record/

FPM Bill Tracker: https://fpmca.org/billtracker/

Charter School Article: https://fpmca.org/california-chart-schools-what-the-law-says-pertaining-to-religious-instruction/

In this episode of the Frontline, Nathan discusses four key words: detect, analyze, monitor, and intervene. These words describe how Family Protection Ministries engages in legislation that impacts the family. They detect problematic bills, analyze their impact, monitor their progress, and intervene by proposing amendments or changes to the bills. Nathan and staff also work with legislators and committee staff to ensure their proposed amendments align with other proposed changes. Currently, we here at FPM are reviewing a large number of bills that have been introduced in the legislature as the introduction deadline arrives.

Links:

CHEA Con 2024: https://www.cheaofca.org/convention/2024-general-info/

The Legislative Process: https://fpmca.org/life-cycle-of-legislation/

FPM Bill Tracker: https://fpmca.org/billtracker/

In this episode of the Frontline, Nathan shares some verses of encouragement that will hopefully provide you with peace and security in God's control over the many conflicts we are seeing in government and culture today. Nathan also shares some of the newest resources that FPM has created to help you and your entire family get involved in advocating for homeschool freedoms.

For more information, visit https://fpmca.org to access even more of our advocacy resources.

In this episode of the Frontline, Nathan explains this year's round of homeschool testing and the importance that these tests hold for the survival of homeschool freedoms.

Follow this link to participate in this study: https://www.cheaofca.org/2024-academic-achievement-study/

The purpose of the testing is to collect data on homeschool students' academic performance compared to traditionally educated students in order to show legislators that homeschooling is effective and does not require further regulation, including required testing.

You can read FPM's article about testing, titled "Beef Jerky and Bubble Tests" at this link: https://fpmca.org/2022/06/27/beefjerkyandbubbletests/

Additionally, you can read the Washington Post article Nathan discussed (with a subscription) at this link: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/01/15/home-schooling-best-fit-some-families/

In this episode of The Frontline, Nathan dives into an editorial from the Washington Post that calls for more regulation of homeschooling families on a state level. Nathan goes through a number of rebuttals to the claims in this article, and gives a Biblical explanation for FPM's position against state regulation of homeschooling.

For more information on the philosophy behind this response and to learn more about FPM's work, visit https://fpmca.org

In this episode of The Frontline, Nathan talks about some of the latest threats and reminds us that even if the government wants to provide guidance on how to determine truth, we can be confident that God’s word is always reliable. He also talks about the freedom we currently have to teach truth without fear of persecution and the need to protect that freedom. He also gives two goals for advocacy in 2024 that anyone can participate in. Don't forget to apply for Capitol Day! Time is running out to reserve your spot to join us next week in Sacramento.

Capitol Day Application: https://fpmca.org/2023/11/14/cap2024/

We can do more for freedom in 2024: https://fpmca.org/2023/12/31/we-can-do-more-for-freedom-in-2024/

Bill Tracker: https://fpmca.org/billtracker/

Sacbee Article: https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/crime/article281705383.html

In this second half of their two-part interview, Nathan and homeschool author Israel Wayne discuss the three waves of attacks that have been leveled against homeschooling over the past few decades. These attacks, typically perpetrated by media outlets, have sought to delegitimize homeschooling as both a practice and as a community. For more information about Israel Wayne, the attacks currently happening, or to watch Part 1, check out the links below.

Part 1: https://youtu.be/8THyWzcB9Js

FPM Website: https://fpmca.org

Family Renewal: https://familyrenewal.org

Michigan Homeschool Organization: https://www.michn.org

WaPo Article About Homeschool Regulations: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2023/12/06/michigan-homeschool-regulations-child-abuse/

WaPo Article About evil treatment of homeschooled child by their stepmother: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/interactive/2023/homeschooling-child-abuse-torture-roman-lopez/?fbclid=IwAR27SdKiDBGV-xpEtOvHXaPlKwM4uJNPRk67tVRAFazozUD3B4wOc8zDgkw&itid=lk_interstitial_manual_5

WaPo Article about Dr. Brian Ray: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2023/12/11/brian-ray-homeschool-student-outcomes/

In this first installment of their two-part interview, Nathan is joined by homeschool author and speaker Israel Wayne to discuss the recent barrage of attacks on homeschooling by major media outlets. There are numerous resources that can help dispel these claims made against homeschooling. These resources are linked below, along with FPM's website:

FPM Website: https://fpmca.org

Michigan Homeschool Organization: https://www.michn.org

WaPo Article About Homeschool Regulations: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2023/12/06/michigan-homeschool-regulations-child-abuse/

WaPo Article About evil treatment of homeschooled child by their stepmother: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/interactive/2023/homeschooling-child-abuse-torture-roman-lopez/?fbclid=IwAR27SdKiDBGV-xpEtOvHXaPlKwM4uJNPRk67tVRAFazozUD3B4wOc8zDgkw&itid=lk_interstitial_manual_5

WaPo Article about Dr. Brian Ray: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2023/12/11/brian-ray-homeschool-student-outcomes/

This week on the Frontline, Nathan is once again joined by Dr. Brian Ray, President of the National Home Education Research Institute (NHERI). In this interview, they discuss some of the most recent accusations made against homeschooling families and the homeschooling community at large by outlets such as the Washington Post. Dr. Brian Ray shares some of the results from his most recent and now largest study on homeschooling and child safety.

For more information on FPM, visit https://fpmca.org

For more information on NHERI and their work, visit https://www.nheri.org

This week on the Frontline, Nathan is joined by his wife Betsy! They discuss the many ways that busy homeschool moms can still make a difference, even if they are unable to directly take part in advocacy. Being a sender can mean many things, whether it's writing letters, providing support for others to take part in advocacy, or even creating independent groups for advocating together!

Betsy shares helpful tips and encouragement on all of these topics and more, and we hope this episode can serve as an encouragement to you and your homeschool groups.

For more information and to read Betsy's full article, visit https://fpmca.org/sender/