“Created in Christ, Commissioned for Impact” Ephesians 2:10 – "For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them." Welcome to the full recording of our 2025 Christian Home Educators Support System & Ky’Ijel Group Christian Academy (KGCA) Award Ceremony & Graduation—a joyful, Spirit-filled celebration of academic achievement, character, and Kingdom purpose! We honored our Kindergarten graduate, Sarah-Jewel Holloway, and our 8th-grade graduate, Anna Joseph, as they completed key milestones in their educational journey through the Accelerated Christian Education (A.C.E.) curriculum. Many of our amazing homeschool families in the CHESS Co-op proudly awarded their children for outstanding accomplishments this academic year, and we extend a heartfelt thank you to our commencement speaker, Dr. Nikeya Young, for her powerful message, “The Best Gift is Christ.” 🎤 You’ll also hear from our bold 9-year-old student speaker, Ta’Hije Fields, as she shares powerful reflections on homeschooling, the truth about public education, and how our microschool and CHESS Co-op provide purpose-driven learning through: ✔️ Biblical Worldview Curriculum ✔️ Co-op Enrichment: Black History, Personal Finance, Spanish ✔️ SMARTE: Science, Math, Arts, Robotics, Technology & Engineering ✔️ Platforms like Crash Course, MathAntics, and more! This ceremony is more than a milestone—it’s a commissioning. Our students are being equipped not just for the classroom, but for life and eternity. Thank you to our homeschool families, parents, and community for supporting our mission to raise world changers for Christ! We also extend our sincere thanks to Pastor Ceasar Leflore, Senior Pastor of Spirit of Liberty Church in Markham, IL, for graciously hosting our ceremony and providing a welcoming space for this powerful celebration of faith, family, and academic achievement. Subscribe to follow our journey: @latashahfields For info, homeschool co-op and microschool visit www.chessup.org

Yesterday, my son asked a powerful question: “Mom, do these churches just ignore what the Bible says about homosexuality?” We’re living in a time where truth is being rejected, traded for lies — 🚫 Prayer banned 🚫 The Bible mocked 📣 And the LGBTQ agenda preached daily in our schools. Let’s be clear: ⚠️ This is not just politics. It’s theology. It’s a counterfeit religion. And it’s targeting our children. “Train up a child in the way he should go…” But how can we when the institutions educating them are leading them away from God? It’s time to stop just protesting. It’s time to EXIT2PROTECT. Read the full blog at epic4change.org and dive deeper into why it’s time to Exit2Protect. #BeLouder #Exit2Protect #ParentRights #Microschools #FaithOverFear #TakebackEducation #homeschool #FearToFreedom #ProtectYourChildren

The sponsors of this dangerous bill are still pushing hard to force homeschool registration in Illinois. A few weeks ago, Rep. Michelle Mussman (HB 2827 co-sponsor & House Education Policy Committee Chair) stated she still intends to regulate home education. Let’s be clear: 🛑 A registration form won’t prevent abuse. 🛑 A form won’t protect kids. 🛑 What it will do is let the state monitor your curriculum—and that’s about control and indoctrination, not safety. 📌 Illinois is a voluntary registration state. We do not have to register—and we will not accept forced oversight without a fight. ✅ Here's what YOU can do to protect your homeschooling freedom: Stay informed—follow updates and legislation. Connect with advocacy groups like EPIC, ICHE, HSLDA, and other homeschool groups in Illinois. Show up and speak out—emails, calls, town halls, and public comments matter! We stand for educational freedom, parental rights, and our children’s future. The time to act is NOW. 📞 Contact us if you'd like to learn more or get involved: www.epic4change.org #ProtectHomeschoolFreedom #Homeschool #Microschool #IllinoisHomeschoolers #NoOnHB2827 #EPIC4Change #ParentalRights #StandFirm #IndoctrinationIsAbuse #hb2827

Our kids are under attack—from gender confusion to privacy violations and the complete breakdown of truth in government schools. Parents, it’s time to say NO MORE. If you’re ready to exit government school and take back control of your child’s education, visit epic4change.org or chessup.org to learn how to start homeschooling or get info about our online or in-person microschool. Let’s raise bold, grounded, and truth-filled children—on our terms. 💪🏽📚 #EducationFreedom #ParentalRights #Homeschool #ProtectOurKids #Exit2Protect #microschool

Check out the FULL LIVE Exclusive on The Next News Network: https://www.youtube.com/live/kOgyKjHtI6M?si=j-MzhSPDzPAf8zb2 I was honored to speak alongside courageous voices like former Gov. Rod Blagojevich, George & Simona Papadopoulos, and Nicole Georgas—each boldly testifying to the trials and triumphs of standing for truth in a system plagued by corruption, political persecution, and ideological warfare. I delivered a message titled “Who Do Your Children Belong To?” urging parents, citizens, and believers to reclaim their authority and protect our children and biblical values. As I said, "We are at a crossroads; parental rights are the civil rights issue of our time. The question is not simply about policies or curriculum — it is about ownership. Who do your children belong to? Thank you to The Conservative Caucus for inviting me to speak, to everyone who came out, prayed, supported, and stood with us. Stay awake. Stay armed in truth. Be louder for your children. And stay in the fight. To learn more about Latasha H. Fields, visit www.epic4change.org #AwakeningAmericasGoldenAge #ParentalRights #FaithFamilyFreedom #OurKids #StrongFamilies #RiseIllinois #homeschooling #hb2827 #conservative

In this episode of Be Louder, Latasha H. Fields breaks down Illinois House Bill 2827—a dangerous piece of legislation that aims to criminalize and monitor homeschool families under the false narrative of "educational neglect and abuse." As a wife, mother, home educator for over 18 years, and parental rights advocate, Latasha exposes the hypocrisy of a broken public education system that fails our children—yet wants to regulate the very parents who are doing it right. Only 35% of Illinois students are proficient in reading. Just 28% in math. Meanwhile, Chicago Public Schools have only 29% reading on grade and 18% proficient in math, yet receives over $9 billion annually, and sexual abuse investigations are piling up across school districts—including DuPage County, the home district of Rep. Terra Costa Howard, who sponsors this bill. Yet HB 2827 targets innocent homeschoolers, demanding they prove their innocence while violating their constitutional rights: First Amendment: Religious persecution under the guise of oversight Fourth Amendment: Unjustified investigations and government intrusion Fourteenth Amendment: Unequal treatment under the law Privacy Act: Forced disclosure of private family and educational info In this episode, you’ll hear: The core legal concepts threatened by HB 2827 A taxpayer's perspective on funding failure in public schools A deep dive into the constitutional implications of the bill Real evidence of public school failure, violence, and sexual misconduct that the state refuses to fix Why parents must rise up and fight this overreach—legally, spiritually, and publicly Now is the time to BE LOUDER. We’re not just pushing back—we’re exposing the truth and defending our children’s future. WATCH, COMMENT & SHARE Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@LatashaHFields Follow on Rumble: rumble.com/user/latashahfields Learn more about our grassroots movement: www.epic4change.org #BeLouder #HB2827 #ParentalRights #HomeschoolFreedom #IllinoisPolitics #FaithAndFreedom #StopTheOverreach #ReligiousLiberty #EducationReform #ProtectOurKids #homeschool #chicago #illinois #publicschool

Last night, I had a short but powerful debate on WTTW Chicago Tonight with Democratic Rep. Terra Costa-Howard, the sponsor of #HB2827. This bill is a direct attack on homeschooling freedom and parental rights in Illinois! 🔴 Here’s what HB 2827 does: ❌ Forces homeschool registration – Turning voluntary reporting into mandatory government oversight. ❌ Demands student portfolios – Families must prove their homeschool meets public school standards. ❌ Government-approved teachers – Parents’ right to educate their own children is threatened. ❌ Criminalizes noncompliance – Class C misdemeanor, fines, and possible jail time. ❌ Truancy penalties – Labels homeschool families as truant while public schools face rampant absenteeism (40% in CPS!). ❌ State control over education – Declares a child’s education serves “public purposes of the state”, stripping parents of their authority. ❌ Echoes past injustices – Parallels laws that denied enslaved people autonomy over their education and labor, treating children as state property. 📢 Illinois already has some of the worst public school outcomes, with $millions wasted on failing schools. Meanwhile, homeschoolers excel, scoring 15-25% higher on tests. We cannot allow government overreach to destroy our parental rights! Stay informed. Stay engaged. Let’s #StopHB2827 and protect educational freedom! 👉 Watch the debate and share your thoughts! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_hUBylbTyI&t=1168s Learn more at epic4change.org #parentalrights #HomeschoolFreedom #StopHB2827 #chicago #blackhomeschoolers #illinois

🚨 LAST CHANCE! 🚨 Today is the FINAL DAY to register for CHES 2025! Don’t miss one of the biggest homeschool & parental rights events of the year! 🎉 🔥 Powerful speakers 📚 Impactful workshops & exhibitors 🎈 Engaging kids’ program 🤝 An incredible community of like-minded families ⏳ Time is running out—secure your spot NOW! Register here 👉 chicagoedsummit.org #CHES2025 #ParentalRights #HomeschoolFreedom #DontMissOut #homeschooling

Big News! 🎉 I had another interview with ABC7 today, where I boldly opposed HB 2827 and stood up for parental rights in education. ❌ Parents could be falsely labeled as truant ⚠️ Criminal charges for not aligning with state mandates ⛔️ Jail time & fines for simply homeschooling ABC7 also promoted our CHES 2025 Summit! 🎉 This is a huge win for spreading awareness about our mission! Don’t miss out—CHES 2025 is just days away! Register now before it’s too late: chicagoedsummit.org https://abc7chicago.com/post/illinois-homeschool-laws-bill-hb-2827-aims-add-more-oversight-homeschooling-state-not-want/16051675/ #ParentalRights #CHES2025 #HB2827 #TakeBackEducation #Homeschooling #Chicago #ProtectHomeschooling #NoToHB2827 #ParentalRights #CHESS #EPIC4Change