The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast

Yvette Hampton Aby Rinella, Meeke Addison, Kristi Clover, and Cindy West share Biblical homeschooling, parenting, and family discipleship encouragement and advice. Each show shares practical tips to help point our children to Christ, build a solid Biblical worldview, teach effectively, preserve our marriages, manage our homes, and approach child-rearing and discipline issues with a heart-centered focus that will result in confident, biblically-minded, wise, well-balanced adults.

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Season 8, Kristi Clover Garritt Hampton Season 8, Kristi Clover Garritt Hampton

The Truth About Balance: Embracing God’s Priorities in Homeschooling with Rachael Carman

What does true balance look like for Christian homeschool moms? On this honest and inspiring episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, Kristi Clover and Rachael Carman tackle the myth of balance in homeschooling and family life. Discover why priorities—not perfection—matter most, and how to overcome guilt and comparison by listening to God. With 7 kids and decades of experience, Rachael Carman shares practical tips and faith-filled encouragement for homeschooling through every season. Perfect for Christian moms seeking real-life advice and inspiration!

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Season 8, Meeke Addison Garritt Hampton Season 8, Meeke Addison Garritt Hampton

Teaching More Than Academics: Cultivating Identity and Character in Homeschooling | Dr. Kathy Koch

Are you a homeschool parent wondering how to meet the deeper needs of your children? On this episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, Meeke Addison welcomes Dr. Kathy Koch, a nationally recognized expert in childhood development and founder of Celebrate Kids. Learn why kids crave being taught, not just told, and how intentional parenting impacts your child’s confidence, character, and faith. This episode is packed with practical advice for prioritizing character education, building security and belonging, and raising kids who love Jesus. Subscribe for more Christian homeschool inspiration, and visit us at SchoolhouseRocked.com for free homeschooling resources and encouragement!

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2025 Homeschool Curriculum Picks and Practical Planning Tips - Aby Rinella and Yvette Hampton

Ready to discover the best homeschool curriculum options for 2025? In this special annual Curriculum Picks episode, Aby Rinella and Yvette Hampton dive deep into what’s working for their families—from early years to high school graduation. Get candid insights on how to choose curriculum, why prayer and family goals matter, and how to create a joyful, individualized homeschool experience!

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Back to School - Bringing Passion and Enjoyment to the Homeschool Year - Aby Rinella

Join us for an inspiring episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, as Aby Rinella is back with Yvette Hampton to discuss their excitement about the new homeschool year. Aby shares their passion for teaching American history through literature-based learning and their plans to incorporate audiobooks into their teaching. With a focus on teaching anatomy and physiology using Apologia curriculum, Aby also talks about the benefits of learning natural medicine for their high school daughter. She also shares her strategies for effective planning and how they have revamped their curriculum to make homeschooling even more engaging and enjoyable.

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Yvette Hampton, Season 6, Hope in Suffering Garritt Hampton Yvette Hampton, Season 6, Hope in Suffering Garritt Hampton

Finding Hope Through Depression and Anxiety - Rachael Carman

Depression, Anxiety, Exhaustion - these can be overwhelming for anyone, but when homeschooling moms are struggling it brings the extra challenges of dealing with your kids, husband, and school responsibilities in the darkest times.

Rachael Carman and Yvette Hampton share their experiences with dealing with depression and anxiety as homeschooling moms and they give hope and advice for other moms dealing with similar struggles

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Yvette Hampton, Season 4, Hope in Suffering Garritt Hampton Yvette Hampton, Season 4, Hope in Suffering Garritt Hampton

Rest for the Weary - Rachael Carman

Are you weary? Are the pressures of life, homeschooling, parenting, etc. overwhelming you? Yvette Hampton and Aby Rinella talk with long-homeschool mom, Rachael Carman, about how to let go and find peace and joy in your homeschool. Learn with us how to replace Worship for Worry, Acknowledgement for Anxiety, and Prayer for Panic.

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Yvette Hampton, Season 3, Family Garritt Hampton Yvette Hampton, Season 3, Family Garritt Hampton

Parenting "That" Child - Rachael Carman

What face comes to mind when you hear “that" child? Do you smile or scowl when you see that face? Do you struggle to like that child? That child is a world changer. God has a plan for that child. All of that energy, all those questions, all that strength, all THAT, is God-given for His glory. Come learn strategies for learning to enjoy that child, to embrace that child, and to train that child for God’s purposes.

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