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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Lies Moms Believe: Break Free from Homeschool Myths and Find Freedom in God’s Truth – Aby Rinella and Kristi Clover

In this powerful episode, hosts Aby Rinella and Kristi Clover kick off 2026 by tackling the biggest lies homeschool moms believe—and replacing them with biblical truth and encouragement. Whether you feel “not enough,” struggle with guilt, or worry you’re failing your kids, this transparent conversation gives you tools to identify, confess, and overcome the enemy’s lies.

Ready to trade overwhelm for freedom and peace? Aby Rinella and Kristi Clover share real-life stories, practical tips, and scriptural truths to help you walk confidently in your homeschool journey.

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Reflecting on a Year of Homeschooling: Trust, Change, and God’s Faithfulness - All Hosts Special!

Join all the hosts of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast for a special CHRISTMAS 2025 episode! Yvette Hampton, Aby Rinella, Kristi Clover, Meeke Addison, and Cindy West come together to share encouragement, testimonies, and lessons learned through a year of homeschooling, ministry, and family. Hear how they've embraced seasons of change, trusted God through challenges, and found hope in His faithfulness—PLUS, their favorite scriptures and moments from 2025! Whether you're a new homeschool mom or a seasoned veteran, this candid, uplifting roundtable is filled with practical wisdom, biblical encouragement, and heartfelt laughs. Don't forget to subscribe for more inspiring conversations!

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Parenting Teens with Purpose: Character Training Strategies from Monica Swanson

How do we raise kids of character? Kristi Clover and Monica Swanson share practical tips for building lasting character and joy in your kids during the holidays and beyond. Monica, homeschooling mom of four and author of Boy Mom, Raising Amazing, and Becoming Homeschoolers” reveals how real-life challenges led her to develop effective, easy-to-implement character training practices—perfect for busy Christian families!

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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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Cultivating Kids’ Character: Choosing Excellent Books - Lindsey Vroegindewey (Hosted by Aby Rinella)

How do you foster biblical character in your kids through reading? In this inspiring Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast episode, Aby Rinella chats with Lindsey Vroegindewey about creating a collection of books that reflect your family’s values. Lindsey explains how she launched Big Sky Life Books in response to the difficulty of finding safe, quality stories in public libraries today.

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More Than Words: The Transformative Power of Great Books - Lindsey Vroegindewey (Hosted by Aby Rinella)

Are you searching for ways to enrich your homeschool with wholesome, impactful books? Aby Rinella talks with Lindsey Vroegindewey, of Big Sky LifeBooks, about her how passion for carefully curated children’s literatureblossomed into a trusted resource for homeschool families. Learn why choosingthe right books matters, how stories shape character, and practical ways to useliving books across every subject—from history to science to biblical studies.

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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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