The Homeschool LoftCast 2.0

As parents who homeschool, we are often worried about how far our children can go, and what challenges they may face in the work world as homeschool graduates. Well, the story of Vanya Koepke is a wonderful example of just how far a homeschooler can go when they have the drive and dedication to succeed! Please enjoy this update to the fascinating and inspiring update on Vanya's life journey!

Episode Links:

Vanya's First Appearance on the LoftCast

Vanya's Web Site

Vanya's Book 'You Are Here For A Purpose'

Vanya's Book 'Authentic With Purpose'

Vanya's Facebook Page

Vanya's Instagram Page

Wisconsin Family Council

Wisconsin Family Action

LEAD Wisconsin

Israel Wayne - 'Education: Does God Have An Opinion?'

The Homeschool Loft

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap

The Homeschool Loft email - [email protected]

The Homeschool LoftCast 2.0 email - [email protected]

Once again, we need to talk yet about another question that we have all gotten as homeschooling parents - "What about Art and Music?" Well, THIS is the episode for you! Join Tina and Christy as they talk about all the different ways to get our kids into music and the arts!

DEEP DIVE Series:

Episode 1 - Reading (S3E14)

Episode 2 - Math (S4E11)

Episode 3 - Reading, Spelling, Penmanship and Writing (S4E12)

Episode 4 - Grammar and Composition (S4E13)

Episode 5 - Extracurriculars and Enrichment (S4E16)

Episode Links:

Childbloom Guitar

Wisconsin School Music Association

The Valley Troubadours

The Homeschool Loft

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap

The Homeschool Loft email - [email protected]

The Homeschool LoftCast 2.0 email - [email protected]

If there is one constant, it would be change. It used to be normal and expected for a household to have numerous generations under the same roof. Now that the world has changed, we have lost that, and it is my personal opinion that we are poorer for it. Join Tina and Christy as they talk with Isabel Tom. Isabel is a mom, wife, daughter, and retired granddaughter. She is also the author of The Value of Wrinkles: A Young Perspective on How Loving the Old will Change Your Life. Enjoy the conversation!

Episode Links:

Isabel Tom - The Value of Wrinkles Website

The Value of Wrinkles YouTube Channel

The Value of Wrinkles Podcast

Three Things Your Parent is Thinking...But May Never Tell You

The Homeschool Loft

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap

The Homeschool Loft email - [email protected]

The Homeschool LoftCast 2.0 email - [email protected]

As homeschooling parents, we invest SO MUCH in raising and instructing our children, all with the hope that they will find their way and choose their own path in their adult life. But as they grow, hope is sometimes all we have. Well, this episode is for you! Join Tina and Christy as they talk with one of Tina's adult daughters as she chats with them about her post-homeschool educational journey, and her plans for the future!

Episode Links:

Northeastern Wisconsin Technical College (NWCT)

The Homeschool Loft

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap

The Homeschool Loft email - [email protected]

The Homeschool LoftCast 2.0 email - [email protected]

Another episode in the series, "What's the Law Say in ..." series. This time, Montana! Join Tina and Christy as the discuss the history and current state of homeschooling laws in Montana.

Episode Links:

Rachel's Article on Montana Homeschool Laws

All Articles and LoftCast Episodes on Homeschool Laws

Homeschool Montana Website

Homeschool Montana Facebook Page

Homeschool Montana Instagram Page

The Homeschool Loft

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap

The Homeschool Loft email - [email protected]

The Homeschool LoftCast 2.0 email - [email protected]

If you have been homeschooling for any length of time, or have talked about starting, I'm sure you have all heard it -- "But what about socialization?"

Be not afraid! This, and many other aspects of homeschooling, and opportunities for activities and extracurriculars, are discussed in this installment of the DEEP DIVE series. Join Tina and Christy for another fascinating discussion of the nitty-gritty, or as I like to say, the bits and bytes, of homeschooling!

DEEP DIVE Series:

Episode 1 - Reading (S3E14)

Episode 2 - Math (S4E11)

Episode 3 - Reading, Spelling, Penmanship and Writing (S4E12)

Episode 4 - Grammar and Composition (S4E13)

Episode Links:

Evergreen Community Theatre

The Homeschool Loft Newsletter Sign-Up Page

The Homeschool Loft

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap

The Homeschool Loft email - [email protected]

The Homeschool LoftCast 2.0 email - [email protected]

What an opportunity! Are you considering homeschooling, but you aren't sure how to get started? Or, are you just looking for a place and time to get together with other homeschooling families? Well, this episode has what you are looking for! Join Christy and Tina as they talk with Elyse Scheeler of Speaking Life Therapy and Wellness about her Speaking Life into Homeschooling Conference, scheduled for August 16th, 2026 at the Waukesha, WI County Expo Center!

Episode Links:

Speaking Life Speech Therapy and Wellness

Speaking Life Facebook Page

Speaking Life Instagram Page

The Wisconsin Homeschooling Expo

Wisconsin Homeschooling Expo Facebook Event

Speaking Life email - [email protected]

Speaking Life into Motherhood Podcast

Speaking Life into Motherhood Podcast with Tina

The Homeschool Loft

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap

The Homeschool Loft email - [email protected]

The Homeschool LoftCast 2.0 email - [email protected]

Another episode in what is becoming an ongoing series of second generation homeschoolers, and how they are carrying on the tradition! Join Tina and Christy as they have a wide-ranging conversation with author, homeschooler and entrepreneur Nicki Truesdell of Knowledge Keepers!

Episode Links:

Nicki Truesdell Web Site

Nicki Truesdell on Facebook

Nicki Truesdell on X

Nicki Truesdell on Instagram

"Anyone Can Homeschool" on Amazon

Nicki Truesdell Podcast

The Homeschool Loft

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap

The Homeschool Loft email - [email protected]

The Homeschool LoftCast 2.0 email - [email protected]

At the very core, it comes down to Reading, Writing and Arithmetic, right? Well, join Tina and Christy as they discuss grammar, writing and composition, from sentence structure, to the impacts of Artificial Intelligence!

DEEP DIVE Series:

Episode 1 - Reading (S3E14)

Episode 2 - Math (S4E11)

Episode 3 - Reading, Spelling, Penmanship and Writing (S4E12)

Episode Links:

De-Mystifying the Writing Process

The Homeschool Loft

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap

The Homeschool Loft email - [email protected]

The Homeschool LoftCast 2.0 email - [email protected]

In this third episode in the DEEP DIVE series, Christy and Tina talk all things language - reading, penmanship, spelling and writing.

DEEP DIVE Series:

Episode 1 - Reading (S3E14)

Episode 2 - Math (S4E12)

Episode Links:

The Homeschool Loft

The Homeschool Resource Roadmap

The Homeschool Loft email - [email protected]

The Homeschool LoftCast 2.0 email - [email protected]