The schedule will be coming soon. Until then check out the descriptions of the workshops that will be presented at this year’s Expo.
Charlotte Mason
Tea, Treats, and Verse: How Poetry Teatime Enriches Homeschooling and Family Life
Dachelle McVey
Literary Adventures for Kids
It’s a Poetry Teatime for Everyone! Join us for a poetry teatime without the work. Celebrate the joys of summer with our Summer Time Poetry Teatime, where we’ll sip tea, munch on delicious treats, and indulge in some enchanting verse as Dachelle McVey hosts us in a live, interactive poetry teatime. Don’t miss this chance to explore the enchanting world of tea, treats, and verse, and discover how you can recreate this wonderful activity with your family.
Encouragement
How to Ensure you have Good Homeschool Support
Angela Pilcher
Unite Homeschool
Homeschooling can feel isolating and lonely until you find support. In this session we will cover what makes a good support network compared to one that will be a waste of your valuable time and energy. With so many free or local “support groups” to choose from it can be hard to find your tribe. We will discuss features of a good group, communication methods and ways to make sure you find one that helps you grow and keep the positive outlook you really want!
College Ready
How To Earn Scholarships And Avoid Student Debt
Leia LeMaster Horton M.Ed.
Horton Test Prep
Worried about the high cost of college? Earning scholarships helps students avoid extensive loans and prevents draining the family savings. Come learn how to start the process of winning scholarships and receiving the highest financial aid packages. You’ll learn actionable items that your child can start to implement now and all through college.
Navigating Our Children to Strive for Academic and College Career Excellence!
Stephanie Terry-Wright
Readers R Leaders Educational Associates Services L.L.C
I would like to welcome all parents and stakeholders to participate in my workshop to learn strategies that will encourage your child or young adult child to set goals and have a healthy mindset to be the leader of his/her destiny. We want to use effective strategies for enhancement to navigate our children and young adults to strive for excellence. Please come and learn some hands-on strategies and knowledge encouraging our children to become the agent of change for the twenty-first century.
Ace the ACT, CLT or SAT and Earn Free College
Leia LeMaster Horton M.Ed.
Horton Test Prep
When should students start test prep? And can it really lead to full tuition scholarships? Come learn how to prepare for any college entrance exam and find out which schools offer full tuition and other merit based scholarships. Having high scores is more than just helping students get accepted to their dream school. It’s about affordability.
College Prep 101: How to Take Notes and Tests
Mark Pruitt
Harding University
Note-taking is the backbone of your success in school or any learning environment. According to professors, students don’t take notes and it’s most likely because they do not know how. Whether listening to a professor, preacher, or seminar, this workshop is an extremely practical session on helping one master the art of learning.
Preparing Your Teen for College (It is easier than you might think!)
Pat Weslowski
Bryan College
How can a parent be sure their students are prepared for life after high school? When do you begin preparing and what all do you need to do in order to be sure your students are prepared for college? With intention and well-planning, it is not difficult to homeschool your high school student with confidence. Come and find out more about dual enrollment, transcripts, scholarships and college testing. Do not rule out private colleges that come with high sticker prices because there are many ways to bring down the cost of college! You can do this!
Encouragement
Setting the thermostat in our homes …
Aimee Eucee
Play ‘n Talk
Our kids’ future is forged in the atmosphere we set in our homes. Discover 7 practical strategies you can implement in that will last a lifetime and continue to pass from one generation to the next. You will walk away refreshed, inspired, and equipped, ready to tackle the school year!
Homeschool Graduates: Their Accomplishments and Their Advice
Jay Wile
Berean Builders
Dr. Wile became involved in homeschooling because his best university students were homeschool graduates. Since then, he has expected homeschoolers to become the leaders of their generation. To investigate whether or not his expectation is coming true, Dr. Wile tracked down several homeschooled students who are now adults and learned what they are doing. In this talk, Dr. Wile tells you what he learned about their accomplishments. You will be amazed at how they are making a difference in the world around them. In addition, Dr. Wile shares the advice that these incredible young adults offer to parents who are currently homeschooling and to students who are currently being homeschooled.
Home Stressed Sweet Home
Jennifer Henn
The Homeschooler’s Helper
Homeschooling and homemaking collide. You pour your heart into teaching lessons, then become deflated when you realize your child can’t locate Georgia on a map–yet you live in Georgia. Every day, the kids ask, “What’s for dinner,” and are disappointed when it doesn’t sound yummy and magical. Does life feel like a test you may not pass? Jennifer acknowledges parenting is a tough job, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have peace in your home. Join her as she shares relatable stories that help you see with a reasonable perspective.
Faith-Based
Passing Your Faith to the Next Generation
Rod Zwemke
Impact Discipleship Ministries
As a parent, grandparent, or guardian, YOU are uniquely positioned by God to have the most influence in your child’s life. Leveraging that influence doesn’t have to be difficult or intimidating. All you need is a plan. This workshop will give you just that — a Biblical and proven method for raising kids “in the knowledge of the LORD” uniquely tailored to your family.
Am I Raising a Josiah or a Joash?
Sondra Lee
Author Sondra Lee
While we may be fully committed to the Lord to doing what is right, our commitment does not ensure that our children will be fully committed. We will discuss ways in which we can help our children to ‘own’ their own faith, to walk out their relationship with Him during their all-important pre-teen and teen years, and to help them to see the practical application of His Word in their own life and, hopefully, to help equip them to make wise decisions for their future.
The Joy of the Lord is Your Strength
Cheryl Kischuk
Grounded Coaching of Atlanta
You are not alone! Anxiety and depression are on the rise in our culture and there are unique aspects of homeschooling that contribute to these issues. During the school year, many educators and students alike struggle to renew their vigor for educational rigor. Cheryl is a homeschool mom with a Master’s degree in Professional Christian Counseling. She shares her personal struggle with worry and how she has found peace and joy along the way. She identifies several warning signs and gives you practical advice and resources to help you overcome this common battle. This session will build vision and life into your days. It will focus on where our sincere strength comes from to navigate the school year well.
Dinosaurs & Fossils: Amazing Evidence for Creation!
Keaton Halley
Creation Ministries
People of all ages are captivated by dinosaurs. Unfortunately, evolutionists use dinosaurs to indoctrinate the young and the old with an earth history that includes millions of years but has no room for the Bible. This presentation will show the power of a person’s starting assumptions (or “worldview”) when interpreting past events, with a thorough exploration of these enigmatic lizards. Let’s take dinosaurs to the Bible and see what God’s word has to say about them!
Foreign Language
The Joy of Homeschooling a World Language: Meet Breaking the Barrier
John Conner
Breaking the Barrier
“I can’t homeschool a world language I don’t speak!” “Too many products on the market to choose from, how do I know what works?” Sound familiar? Homeschooling a world language really can be a rewarding experience for parents and children alike. Welcome to Breaking the Barrier, a proven program with a track record of 25 years of providing solid, full school curriculum, leading students through the fundamental building blocks – grammar and vocabulary – while balancing the four skills of language learning: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Learning a new language is a joy and Breaking the Barrier guides students every step of the way. Join us to learn more about our programs and why Breaking the Barrier provides the fastest path to true fluency. Bonus: Minimal parent involvement necessary!
General
Mindful Homeschooling for Academic Achievement and Emotional Wellness
Danielle Brunson E.d. S.
TNP
Join Danielle Brunson, Ed.S., a seasoned educator and mindfulness expert, for mindful homeschooling, where academic success and emotional wellness merge. In this transformative workshop, discover how to:
- Uncover Behavior Science: Gain insights into behavior challenges and effective strategies for positive behavior and emotional regulation.
- Integrate Mindfulness: Learn practical exercises to enhance learning, concentration, and memory retention.
- Foster Connection: Cultivate a supportive home environment where collaboration thrives.
- Personalized Plans: Develop customized action plans for academic and emotional well-being
The Entrepreneurial Homeschool Family
Ena Hackaday
Brainy-Bytes
Are you a homeschooling family with your own businesss, or one dreaming of launching your own business while nurturing your children’s education? This is your workshop! In “The Entrepreneurial Homeschool Family,” we debunk the myth that running a business and educating your children are mutually exclusive. Contrary to popular belief, you can successfully navigate both worlds, and we’re here to show you how. Discover how entrepreneurship can enrich your homeschooling journey, offering valuable real-world experiences, lessons in resilience, and opportunities for family collaboration. From time management techniques to integrating business principles into your curriculum, we’ll equip you with the tools and insights necessary to foster a harmonious balance between entrepreneurship and education. Embrace the belief that you can indeed raise a business and your kids side by side—and watch as your family flourishes in both endeavors.
The brain science behind executive functioning and emotional resilience
Lisa Riegel
JAKAPA, LLC
This workshop will share information about how the brain processes stress and how to work with your child to reduce the stress response. It will review executive functions (prioritizing, focus, self-management, impulse control, etc.), why they are important and how stress interrupts them. Parents will learn a number of exercises they can do to help their child build executive functions and how to build a wellness-focused culture in their home that is positive and supportive.
God, the Greatest Engineer- Biblically Inspired STEM Challenges
Emily Westmoreland
Little Seeds
Does your devotional time need a refresh? God, the Greatest Engineer STEM Challenge devotional is full of hands-on, high interest STEM activities that would make a great addition to your homeschool curriculum. Join me in learning about STEM, the Engineering Design Process, engineering careers, and most importantly God.
10 Tips for Taking More Artistic Photos!
James Staddon
Lenspiration
It’s not about technology; it’s about technique. Just because you don’t have a fancy camera doesn’t mean you can’t take nice photos! It’s how the photographer thinks—regardless of what camera they are using—that determines how a picture turns out. Know what to start looking for. Know what to start avoiding. There are special moments happening around you every day—learn to capture them well!
Take Better Photos by Understanding Light
James Staddon
Lenspiration
Have you thought much about the interplay of light and shadow in your photos? Do you understand how to use light to create the feelings you want to achieve? What is soft light vs hard light? Are you familiar with color of light? Can you identify the different angles of light? Get ready to engage in a hands-on discussion on lighting in photography as we come together to learn more about light in photography! Under the guidance of a professional photographer, we’ll experiment with studio lighting as we pull out our cameras to see light in a whole new way.
“I Didn’t Mean to Do That” (A session for Teens)
Barb Winters
Hopeful Mom
Do you ever feel different than others? Do you wonder why your emotions sometimes seem out of control? Do you feel pressure to fit in? In this workshop, you will learn how the teen brain differs from an adult’s and how that affects the decisions you make. You will also learn how today’s pressing online issues, such as pornography and sending nudes, can lead to greater problems, including revenge porn and human trafficking. The session will end with a Q&A time. Barb Winters, a former homeschool mom and parent of a child who lives in freedom from a pornography problem, talks with teens on a regular basis. She uses personal stories and professional experience to come alongside teens and empower them to make healthy choices. This session is for teens, but parents are also welcome.
High School
Unlocking Opportunities with NSHSS: Navigating Scholarships for Home-Schooled Students
Barbara Henry
NSHSS
Join us for a workshop hosted by the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). In this session, homeschooling students and their families will discover the many benefits of NSHSS membership, including exclusive scholarship opportunities, leadership events, and resources designed to support academic and personal growth. Our speakers will also provide invaluable tips and strategies for navigating the scholarship application process, offering insights on how to stand out and maximize your chances of success. Whether you’re just starting your scholarship journey or seeking to enhance your application portfolio, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to thrive in the competitive world of scholarships.
Homeschooling through High School
Michelle Shaw and Thomas Bosley
Eastside Academies
Yes, you can homeschool your child through high school and prepare them to attend the college of their dreams. Michelle Shaw and Thomas Bosley will help you understand the curriculum requirements as well as explore the various resources available to adequately prepare your children for acceptance to college and to find financial aid and scholarships that will help them achieve their goals. We will cover: High School and College Admissions Curriculum Requirements, Dual Enrollment vs. AP classes, Scholarships including HOPE, Financial Aid and Accreditation Pros and Cons.
Homeschooling to the Ivy Leagues and other Selective Colleges
Michelle and Dr. Alan Shaw
Eastside Academies
Homeschool parents have the resources to help their children attend the college of their dreams. We will share information for parents of high achieving children from kindergarten to 12th grade to help them plan a path to admission to the various selective colleges across America.
Gifts, Talents, and Entrepreneurship
Pat Weslowski
Bryan College
Don’t wait until your students are in high school to begin teaching economics, financial planning and entrepreneurship. As homeschooling parents we have the time and the freedom to help our children discover their gifts and talents before they ever leave home. Your teens have an idea of which career, vocation, and/or ministry to pursue after high school. The sooner they formulate a plan, the sooner they can enjoy the fruits of their labor. Whether employed or self-employed, our teens can become entrepreneurs with multiple streams of passive income, preparing them financially to go and be and do whatever they are called to do
The Ups and Downs of Dual Enrollment
Pat Weslowski
Bryan College
Taking college classes while in high school is a great way to save money, earn college and high school credit at the same time, and help hone a student’s time management and scheduling skills! As great as this option is, there are areas of concern that parents and students need to be aware of beforehand. Find out all you need to know about dual enrollment, state grants, scholarships and more!
Explore High School Electives and Extracurriculars Designed for Your Teen
Dachelle McVey
Literary Adventures for Kids
Are you looking for ways to add courses to your that your teen is actually interested in? Join Dachelle McVey from Hide The Chocolate and Literary Adventures for Kids in this practical workshop designed to add variety to your teen’s education. You’ll get practical advice on how to tailor education to your teen’s unique interests,, create exciting project-based learning opportunities, incorporate physical activities and team sports, and explore a variety of competitions and fairs. Learn how to leverage community resources, start enrichment classes, and foster a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. This workshop is perfect for parents eager to support and inspire their high schoolers on their educational journey.
Homeschooling High School 101
Sandy Cole
ACA West Accredited Transcript Program
Do you have a middle school or high school student? It’s not too early to start planning NOW for success later! Remove the stress of homeschooling through high school! This workshop will include Georgia homeschool laws, required high school courses, dual enrollment, AP, recordkeeping, transcripts, college admissions and the HOPE scholarship.
Study Skills every teen needs to know!
Michelle Newbold
ACA West Accredited Transcript Program
Preparing a teen for life on their own can feel daunting. Implementing life and study skills as part of your homeschool now will help to prepare your teen for the real world later. This workshop will show you how to help your teen implement important life and study skills, such as personal goal setting, task management, studying for a test, and planning a long-term project, just to name a few. Come get a checklist of tasks that every young person needs to know how to do.
Helping your Teen Build the Community They Need
Angela Pilcher
Unite Homeschool
Homeschooling can offer many benefits for your teen, but it can also pose some challenges when it comes to socializing and connecting with others. In this workshop, you will learn how to support your teen’s natural need for connection and belonging, and how to help them find and cultivate meaningful relationships with like-minded peers and mentors. You will also discover some practical ideas and tools to create opportunities for your teen to interact with other homeschool families or people who share their interests and passions. By the end of this workshop, you will have a better understanding of how to guide your teen towards building healthy relationships that will enrich their lives and prepare them for their future roles.
History
Reclaiming the Christian Roots of American Exceptionalism
Chris Cardiff
American History Project
Our Christian values are under attack from secular progressives. However, much of what makes America exceptional as a country stems from those values and our religion. With the political left boldly trying to re-write American History with the 1619 Project and Critical Race Theory, it’s time to re-visit our historical roots and remind ourselves and our children that Christians set the example for self-government that led to the Declaration of Independence and that Christians led the fight against slavery in America, helping us live up to our ideals that “all men are created equal” and “that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights.”
Why Introduce American History to Young Children?
Chris Cardiff
American History Project
Introduce and engage young children in the stories and values that make America exceptional through Great Picture Books. The focus is on the joy of sharing great stories and beautiful artwork with our children, while at the same time passing along family values, including our Christian heritage. We will also discuss the critical importance of reading aloud to our children. But it’s mostly about having a great time reading together as a family, while bringing history to life in order to pass along family values, with age-appropriate stories of American.
Homeschool Tips and Tricks
Do What Works For You
Michayla Best
Learning Life
When it comes to homeschooling (and parenting) you can be inundated with great ideas from a wide variety of sources. But how do you make it work for you? Can you mix different styles to match the personalities of your children? In this workshop we will look practically at how you can creatively make homeschooling your own – relieving the pressure you perhaps are feeling to fit within a certain box.
Revolutionize your Child’s Education with Skills-Based Learning
Michayla Best
Learning Life
What if we moved away from content driven education and incorporated the 21st Century Skills of Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking and Creativity into our children’s education? In this day and age of google, the internet and libraries, we can easily find content but can our children discern facts and bias? In this workshop we will look at how the 21st Century Skills can be utilized in your homeschooling, and you will leave with practical examples for all ages that are fun and easy to do!
Organizing and Running a Hybrid School and/or a Homeschool Co-op
Nicole Doyle, Michelle Shaw, Margaret Shuman
Eastside Academies Studies
We will share our experiences of organizing and running a homeschool co-op and a hybrid school including setting it up, attracting homeschool families and teachers, finding spaces and using various financial models to sustain it.
How to Be the Teacher Your Kids Want
Kim Davis
Unite Homeschool
Do you want to make homeschooling more enjoyable and engaging for your kids and yourself? Do you want to use your fun personality to add wonder and whimsy to your daily routine? Do you want to bring FUN back to learning? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this class is for you! In this class, you will learn how to: – Lean on your fun side – Find wonder in the learning process along with your kids – Think outside the workbook and use real-life situations, field trips, and nature walks as learning opportunities By the end of this class, you will have a toolbox of ideas and resources to make homeschooling fun for you and your kids. You will also have a network of fellow homeschool teachers who share your enthusiasm and vision for homeschooling.
How to Make Morning Time the Best Part of Your Homeschool Day
Angela Pilcher
Unite Homeschool
Do you want to teach your children more subjects and activities at home, but don’t have enough time? Do you wish your homeschool was more fun and enriching? In this workshop, you will learn how to: Design a morning time that fits your family’s needs and goals, choose the best resources for your morning time, plan a flexible and joyful morning time schedule, implement morning time with ease and confidence. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your homeschool experience with morning time.
Chaos to Control
Melissa Jenkins
Little Shoes Academy
So you plan to homeschool, now what? Everything from finding what level your child is currently at to understanding the scope and sequence of teaching preschoolers will be explained. How to plan lessons and execute them and still have a life is a focus for this workshop as well. We also throw in as many helpful organizational and teaching tips that will make this amazing journey a success. This session focuses on teaching early learners. You will leave this workshop with proven ideas that you can use immediately.
How to Teach Your Child Anything
Melissa Jenkins
Little Shoes Academy
After working as teachers at home and in more formal settings for over 60 combined years, we have learned a few tricks of the trade to teach a new skill to your child. This is so much more than simply telling your child something new, and he or she magically grasps it. There is a process that we teach parents that will work in any setting. How to read, math, science and social studies, of course. But it also works when teaching a child how to tie a shoe, cook something, or even developing character traits. You will leave with a real plan that can be put into place immediately
Resources For Supplementing Your Child’s Education
Kelley Niblett
Liberty University
Picking the right educational platform is a big decision! At Liberty University Online Academy, we want to partner with you as you make that choice. Our program is flexible and designed to work for all families. Come discover our full-time, supplemental, and dual enrollment programs that are ready to help you and your child grow academically. LUOA is the best of homeschool, private school, and Bible-based education all rolled into one!
The Expectation Trap Vs The Cycle For Success
Nicholeen Peck
Teaching Self Government
Do you hope for happy homeschool days but seem to get trapped in a nagging rut? Are you concerned about getting worn out or burned out by daily battles over simple things? It doesn’t have to be that way. Self-governed people know how to manage expectations and not get trapped by them. To create calm, connective homeschool days, parents need to get their expectations working for them instead of against them. This class gives vital tools for helping parents navigate the daily craziness and bring the family back to calmness and connection.
From Theory to Practice: Harmonizing Child Learning and Parent Teaching Styles
Ladipo Leonard
Sow N Grow
Join Ladipo as she deconstructs the intricate interplay of child learning styles and parent teaching methods. In this workshop, we’ll bridge the gap between theory and practical application, uncovering strategies to create a harmonious and effective learning environment at home. Discover personalized approaches tailored to your child’s unique learning style, empowering you to adapt and enhance your teaching methods. Join Ladipo as she navigates the dynamic landscape of homeschooling, transforming theories into actionable practices for an enriched educational experience.
Emotional Intelligence
Cheryl Kischuk
Grounded Coaching
The surprising revelation in home education is that there is so much parenting involved! Children typically do not enthusiastically spend hours at the academic table gratefully asking for more assignments. In our short time together, we’ll discuss parenting tactics, helpful mantras, and core emotional intelligence principles in order to reach the heart of your children, improve academic performance, and positively impact your home.
Homeschooling Multiple Children
Aimbriel Lasley
This session will cover how to engage multiple children in your homeschooling family. Homeschooling is meant to be a way of life and the goal is to bring everyone together to bring unity while also meeting individual needs. We will discuss resources, tips, and tricks to get through those tough homeschooling days.
Language Arts
Guide Your Teen to Master Poetry in Just 10 Minutes a Day
Dachelle McVey
Literary Adventures for Kids
Are you ready to inspire your teen with the beauty of poetry? Join our poetry workshop and learn how to incorporate poetry into your high schooler’s language arts curriculum, all in just 10 minutes a day. As a former traditional teacher turned homeschool mom with a passion for literature, Dachelle McVey will show you the exact steps to create meaningful and engaging poetry lessons for your homeschool, even for teens. With short, simple lessons that won’t overwhelm your schedule, you’ll gain the confidence to teach poetry effectively and spark your teen’s love for language.
Life Skills
Getting A Job – Tips and Tricks
Beth Carey
L.I.F.E. Everyday
A big step to independence for our children is to support themselves financially and that begins with a JOB! Whether employment means babysitting, mowing lawns, or working for a business in the community, there are tips and tricks to help our young people get and keep a job. Brush up on the dos and don’ts of getting a job.
Implementing L.I.F.E. Questions Into Your Daily Routine
Beth Carey
L.I.F.E. Everyday
No one has extra time on their hands in today’s busy world. So, learn how to check for gaps in your child’s skills and knowledge needed before adulthood, without additional work on your part. Ask questions already prepared for your implementation and start the dialogue you didn’t know you needed … cause adults don’t always know what our tweens/teens don’t know. Add to a current curriculum you are using or add as a new “life skill” unit.
Empowering Our Kids with Etiquette
Beth Carey
L.I.F.E. Everyday
Etiquette is not a thing of the past if you keep it alive! Learn easy ways to make sure your children know the guidelines in America for General, Dining, Oral, Written, and Personal Etiquette. Topics include: first impressions, body language, introductions, phone protocol, email rules, invites, elevator/escalator behaviors, thank you notes, tipping, table manners, and more.
Adulting is Hard … Help Our Youth Be Ready!
Beth Carey
L.I.F.E. Everyday
Raising a responsible adult is the end goal for all parents. Join this presentation to learn how to polish your child’s Basic, Social, and Independence Skills without adding more to your already full parenting/teaching plate. A question a day is all that is needed to review, teach and re-teach knowledge needed for success as an adult. Learn about an expensive resource that is perfect for the whole family. It’s fun and easy so bring the crew and join me for this interactive workshop.
Soft Skills: The missing piece to your child’s health, happiness, and success
Lisa Riegel
JAKAPA, LLC
This workshop will review soft skills and provide parents with tips for developing them in the home. We will review the skills, share research on why they are important, identify ways to build them and discuss Table Talks parents can have with their children to support skill development. The session will be interactive and allow parents time to share and apply what they learn.
The Encephalon Code: Unleash Your Superbrain
Sarah Reid
Innovate Learning
Many available curricula teach students what to learn, but not HOW to learn. Rote memorization, lack of focus, and general disinterest bring stress and anxiety to the homeschool experience. Using the latest Christ-centered neuroscience research, this fun, interactive session will introduce proven techniques for helping every student to: Focus better and retain more information; Memorize hundreds of facts easily; Read faster with full comprehension; Master new languages in a fraction of the usual time; Improve grades and discover a brighter future. These scientifically proven techniques work and the results are immediate! Come join us, parents and students. It’s time to unleash your superbrain.
Math
Teaching with Math Card Games
Rachel Anderson
Right Start Math
Put your kids on a winning team by playing math card games. Games are fun and exciting! They can teach as well as provide practice for the facts. Games become an application for the information and children of various abilities can play together. Join us for some FUN as we show you how to play some addition, multiplication, and fraction games.
Fractions: From Frightening to Fantastic!
Rachel Anderson
Right Start Math
Fractions are often misunderstood and feared by children and parents. Come to this presentation and find a better and clearer way of teaching fractions. Fractions are, dare I say, fantastic when they are taught the right way. What’s the right way to teach them? Come and uncover the beauty and simplicity of fractions.
Learning Challenges in Math? Challenge NO MORE!
Rachel Anderson
Right Start Math
Teaching math is not for the faint of heart. Mix in a child with learning challenges and you may end up becoming discouraged and be tempted to throw in the towel. Be encouraged, you are NOT alone. Whether your child has been diagnosed with a learning challenge or simply doesn’t ‘get’ math, we can help. In this workshop, you will learn teaching strategies and techniques that will help a child with learning challenges learn.
Finding Success with High School Math
Michelle Peters
Mrs. Peters Math
Do you wonder what math classes your child really needs? Do you know what topics need to be covered? What year should you start Algebra 1? This workshop will discuss high school math class requirements and electives as well as the best sequence. Difficulty levels, testing, retention, and total time spent per day will also be discussed. You will also be provided with ideas and resources to help you on your journey.
Math, Language, and Your Struggling Student
Jennifer Henn
The Homeschooler’s Helper
Math and language are building blocks for learning, yet they pose significant challenges for children with learning disabilities. Numerous programs are available to help you teach your children, but the choices can be overwhelming. Jennifer Henn successfully homeschooled two struggling students and currently serves as a mentor to homeschool families. In this session, we’ll consider the advantages and disadvantages of various program types. Our discussion will begin with young learners and move through to the high school years.
Multiplication Mastery
Crystal Simon
Math Imagined
Memorizing multiplication facts can be a huge challenge and source of frustration for many students. During this workshop Crystal Simon will share different ways parents can help their children practice and master their multiplication facts without flashcards or worksheets. These techniques are based on self discovery, multi-sensory instruction, game based learning, and more.
Unlock the Puzzle with RightStart™ Math
Robin Lamb
Right Start Math
Have you heard the buzz about RightStart™ Math? Come hear about our philosophy and what sets us apart from other programs. We teach children that a real mathematical problem is like a puzzle, that math is more than memorization, and that math is fun. Come and learn what’s special about our math curriculum!
Up Your Math Game
Crystal Simon
Math Imagined
Math gets a bad wrap for being boring, difficult, and useless but it doesn’t have to be that way. This workshop is for parents who want to help their children learn the subject more easily and have fun doing it. From a former homeschool student herself who ironically hated math, Crystal Simon will be sharing tips and tricks she has learned through the years about helping children form a passion for an often misunderstood but beautiful subject.
Counting Isn’t As Easy As 1, 2, 3
Melissa Jenkins
Little Shoes Academy
Teaching early math is so much more than counting and placing numbers in order. It teaches numbers relate to each other. Children with strong number sense think flexibly and fluently about numbers. The skills are not rote. They involve critical thinking and analyzing, which helps children master foundational math concepts. This workshop combines strategic teaching with fun! You will leave this workshop with several “Make It and Take It” activities you can put to use immediately
Middle School
Homeschooling Middle School
Aimbriel Lasley
Welcome to the tween/teen age where it seems that no one wants to do anything! In this session we will cover some best practices when homeschooling middle schoolers, resources and other fun tips.
Parenting
Making Parents The #1 Influence Again
Ella Herlihy & Lisa Riportella
Southwestern Advantage
Southwestern Advantage provides a set of 48 Guiding Principles designed to help parents engage in meaningful conversations with their children about important subjects. These principles serve as a guide for discussing topics such as empathy, compassion, forgiveness, and accountability, with a focus on character development. By keeping Christ at the center of these talks, parents can ensure that their influence remains strong and that their children grow with a solid moral foundation. This approach uses a combination of dialogue and professionally produced videos to support these valuable discussions.
Sexual Risk Avoidance Education on the Homefront
Terri White
Stillwaters Counseling
Reading, writing, math, science, history, and sex! Homeschooling parents are responsible for educating their students on an abundant number of subjects. All of which are important for a well-rounded student. But one of these subjects is not like the other. One of these subjects will affect every person that walks the planet regardless of what path they journey in life. What subject might this be? If you guessed the subject of sex, you are correct. Specifically, the subject of sexual integrity and the risks associated with not maintaining a high standard. Sexual Risk Avoidance (SRA) Education starts a critically important conversation between parents and young people that places value on the child/teen and aims to protect their hearts, minds, and bodies from the tough subjects/questions that they are facing in modern day culture. It maintains a focus on the whole person and teaches healthy decision making. This workshop is designed to encourage parents to tackle the challenging topics of sexual risk avoidance education and be empowered in these conversations.
How to connect with your young adult “child” when they don’t “need” you anymore
Sam Doyle and Jasmine Evans
Back to the Basics
There is a difference between being parents and actual parenting. Knowing that, and knowing how to adapt to your new role as supporter/helper, is key to a successful transition for your child into adulthood. Yes, they need you, but they need you in a different way. Sam and Jasmine will encourage you in this season of life.
Relax! Your child is in God’s Hands
Sam Doyle and Jasmine Evans
Back to the Basics
Your child WILL make poor choices. Your child MAY make choices that will affect their entire lives (marriage, friendships, church/no church). Sam and Jasmine will help remind you that their lives are in God’s Hands and will encourage you in how to trust Him with that, while maintaining a close and personal relationship.
Restoring Relationships
Sam Doyle and Jasmine Evans
Back to the Basics
Homeschooling parents have decided to go “all-in” with their children. When your child is making decisions for their future, how “all-in” should you be? Sam and Jasmine will help parents navigate this delicate balance.
Your role in your child’s future
Sam Doyle and Jasmine Evans
Back to the Basics
There is no greater relationship in this world than between you and your child. Relationships all break at some point. However, fixing the relationship with your child, if not fixed, can lead to tragic outcomes. Sam and Jasmine will encourage you in helping to restore that relationship if it is broken.
My Child Was Exposed to Pornography: Now What?
Barb Winters
Hopeful Mom
Not my child. That’s what Barb, a former homeschool mom and pastor’s wife, thought. But she was wrong. Her child was exposed to pornography at a young age and struggled with porn for many years before she found out. It turned her world upside down. Barb uses personal stories and professional experience to come alongside parents. In this workshop, parents will learn about the real threat the pornography industry poses to society, including homeschool households. They will also be equipped with steps to process their own emotions and help parent a child after their exposure. Whether you’ve encountered this issue in your home or want to be prepared for it, this workshop is for you.
Tackling Sensitive Conversations with Confidence
Barb Winters
Hopeful Mom
All youth, including homeschooled children, are at risk of exposure to pornography and online predators. Even if parents monitor screen time usage and delay smartphones, children aged four to eighteen may stumble across porn accidentally or be exposed by a friend. Ongoing conversations about these online dangers are necessary. In this workshop, Barb empowers parents to have age-appropriate discussions with their children about sex, pornography, and other online dangers. As a retired homeschool mom and the parent of a child who lives in freedom from a pornography problem, Barb uses personal stories and professional experience to come alongside parents and equip them with the skills necessary to tackle these sensitive conversations.
Helping the Next Generation Navigate Healthy Relationships
Barb Winters
Hopeful Mom
Today’s culture bombards youth with distorted views of intimate relationships. They face heavy loads of anxiety, worry, and depression amidst these societal norms, which contribute to unrealistic sexpectations. Unfortunately, homeschooled children are not immune. In this workshop, Barb, retired homeschool mom, pastor’s wife, and author of Sexpectations: Helping the Next Generation Navigate Healthy Relationships, outlines risky behaviors our children face daily and why preteens and teens are susceptible to their lure. She also examines four biblical foundational attributes of healthy relationships and how to communicate these attributes to our preteens, teens, and young adult children.
The 4 Pillars For Developing The WHOLE-Child: Heart, Head, and All!
Nicholeen Peck
Teaching Self Government
Academics is only a small part of child development and a successful homeschool experience. When parents incorporate the 4 pillars of WHOLE-child development into their parenting, then children/youth improve their behaviors, self motivate, increase social skills, create strong relationships, do hard things, and take responsibility for their own education too. Attendees will leave this class with a formula for developing the WHOLE-child as well as a useful tool designed to inspire children/youth to govern themselves and their education.
Raising Emotionally Strong, Confident, Problem Solvers
Nicholeen Peck
Teaching Self Government
What are your emotional goals for your child? Do you want emotionally strong children? Truly emotionally strong people are able to confidently communicate and solve problems not matter the circumstances. They don’t shut down, but press forward despite trials. Emotionally strong children have high emotional intelligence, are emotionally resilient, and possess vital adult skills for solving problems and resolving conflicts. Emotionally strong people are usually asked to socially and morally take the lead, because they exude confidence. In this class we will learn vital skills and concepts for raising emotionally strong, confident, problem solvers.
Know Your Calmness Tendency For More Self-Control
Nicholeen Peck
Teaching Self Government
Calmness or lack of calmness is the result of our habits and tendencies. While habits can be formed, tendencies are more inborn. Even though some tendencies make calm communication easier than others, every kind of person can achieve calmness. In this class we will talk in-depth about our tendencies and the tendencies of our children, and what we can do to help the whole family choose calmness and self-government no matter how different we are from each other.
Preschool
Beyond the ABCs: Nurturing Early Learning in Preschoolers
Jennifer Henn
The Homeschooler’s Helper
You’ve taught your preschooler the alphabet song, read stacks of books to them, and encouraged them to create with crayons and toys. So, what’s next? When should formal learning begin, and what does that entail? Are there advantages to early learning? Jennifer Henn homeschooled her three children and has mentored countless others. Each family is unique, but there are principles to follow that will give your children a strong start in the early years. Join this session, where Jennifer shares numerous ideas for your preschooler, including ways to keep them busy while you teach older students.
Reading
Why Teaching Boys to Read and Spell is Different Than Teaching Girls!
Aimee Eucee
Play ‘n Talk
Lessons from the trenches! Learn the scientific reasons why your boys learn differently. We will dive into practical tips for teaching boys how to read and spell. Discover why many of the common strategies don’t actually work (and it’s not what you think!). We will also review “what to do” when teaching boys to read and spell and “what not to do.” This session will give you new ideas to keep your active boys engaged and excited to learn no matter what subject you are teaching them. As a bonus, you will walk away with a list of game-based activities using items you already have in your home for any age boy.
The Science of Reading
Melissa Jenkins
Little Shoes Academy
Recent research has proven that explicit, phonics-based, teaching is key. It does not stop there, however. Learn the strategies that will have you rethinking your entire method of teaching your child to read. I have used this method of teaching to self-contained, special needs children and their scores are consistently the highest in the entire school district. This is not a curriculum. It is an entire philosophy of thinking that can be used with any curriculum you already use. This session focuses on teaching early learners. You will leave this workshop with a real plan that can be put into place immediately.
From Sounds to Stories: Your child’s reading journey begins here!
Angelica Lima
Viva Phonics
Join our fun workshop designed to supercharge your child’s reading skills! We’ll start with decoding words—breaking down how letters and sounds link up so your child can spot familiar words and figure out new ones with ease. Then, we’ll dive into reading fluency with lots of engaging practices that help them read faster. We’ll tackle spelling through fun dictation exercises, building a strong base that boosts both their reading and writing. By putting these methods into practice, you’ll notice a significant boost in your child’s reading skills, enabling them to read sentences and stories more fluently and confidently.
Science
Cooking: The Ultimate Applied Science
Angela Smith
Inquisicook Culinary Science
Are you searching for hands-on science activities with practical applications? Look no further than your kitchen! In this workshop, we’ll explore the role of science in cooking and discuss how to approach the subject in a way that leads to meaningful, delicious results.
Teaching Critical Thinking & the Scientific Method
Dr. Sharon Camp
Co2 Coalition
Dr. Sharon Camp will be leading a workshop to assist homeschool educators in teaching the scientific method as well as critical thinking skills. Dr. Camp has been a science teacher in Georgia for 21 years and is now a reader (grader) for the AP Environmental Science test. She is also the Senior Education Advisor for the CO2 Coalition and writes all of the lesson plans for the Coalition’s CO2 Learning Center’s books and videos. The CO2 Coalition is concerned about the state of science education in America which promotes consensus and groupthink. A nonprofit organization, the CO2 Coalition’s mission is to provide all materials to homeschool educators at no cost.
Archaeology Confirms the Bible
Keaton Halley
Creation Ministries
Ancient ruins, inscriptions, and artifacts support biblical history! This well-illustrated lecture presents highlights of biblical archaeology from the time of the Exodus up through the New Testament era. You’ll learn about evidence for the Israelites in Egypt, Joshua’s destruction of Jericho, the kingdom of David, God’s rescue of King Hezekiah, Pontius Pilate, and more. It’s exciting to see the Bible brought to life and corroborated by material evidence. Many times, new discoveries have vindicated Scripture, overturning prior skeptical objections.
How Evolution Has Hampered Scientific Progress
Jay Wile
Berean Builders
Viewing this world as a product of evolution is a science-stopper, since it views the world as something that has been “thrown together” rather than designed. As a result, evolution has hampered scientific progress over the past 180 years. In this talk, Dr. Jay L. Wile gives specific examples of how evolution has held back the progress of science.
“Teaching” the Junior High & High School Sciences at Home
Jay Wile
Berean Builders
In this seminar, Dr. Jay L. Wile explains how any parent can help his or her children learn science at the upper levels. As a former University teacher and a former high school teacher, Dr. Wile is a staunch advocate of homeschooling a student all the way through the high school years. He agrees that most parents do not have the ability to teach the high school sciences at home, but he also contends that this is not a problem. By the time a homeschooled student reaches high school, he or she should have the ability to learn independently or with the help of another. Thus, Dr. Wil admonishes the parent to learn the subject right along with the student. With both the parent and the student helping each other learn, an upper level science experience can be equally rewarding for both!
Teaching Elementary Science Using History as a Guide
Jay Wile
Berean Builders
In this seminar, Dr. Jay L. Wile discusses a different method for teaching science in the elementary years: covering science topics chronologically. Science was learned in a definite, chronological sequence as early scientists developed ideas that were tested and improved by later scientists. If science is taught this way, students cover a wide range of topics each year and then revisit many of them as they were improved by later scientists. This has a lot of similarities to the spiral approach, but when students revisit a topic, it is not just repetition with a little more depth thrown in. The student learns the topic in the context of a new scientist and his improvements on the idea. This produces the high levels of recall that the spiral approach produces, but it is more interesting to the students. It also gives students a more realistic view of how science is done in the real world.
Special Needs
”Labels” … We’ve Got Them! (Reading & Spelling Help)
Aimee Eucee
Play ‘n Talk
No matter what your child’s struggle is, it’s possible to take a struggling reader or speller and help them to Love learning! First, we will review the top learning struggles; then, we will show you how to help your child overcome these struggles. You will walk away with a list of proven strategies to use no matter your child’s age; it’s never too early or too late. We’ve seen thousands of children successfully shift from struggling with reading and/or spelling to thriving in all subjects.
Your Struggling Student and the Homeschool Advantage
Jennifer Henn
The Homeschooler’s Helper
If your child struggles to learn and retain lessons, be organized, and complete tasks, this workshop is for you. Your child may not have been diagnosed with a specific disability, but a diagnosis isn’t necessary. Their learning challenges are real, and you need practical help and encouragement. In this workshop, Jennifer Henn discusses the advantages homeschooling gives you. She gives helpful practices for a custom learning environment, using assistive technology, test taking, and more.
Homeschooling Special Needs Kids with Love and Laughter
Chris and Rebecca Solaas
Rex and Jester
Chris is a multi-published author and speaker. Rebecca has homeschooled four special needs kids over the last 30 years. Guess who had the harder job? Chris has written about the adventure raising their brood in HyperSpace. From diet to riot, they’ve tried it all. Come hear a few hilarious accounts and get some solid help for families with ADHD and Autism.
Technology
Oh, the Places You’ll Go: Optimizing Virtual Reality Instruction
Kim Abel
Optima Academy
From the landscape of Mars to Ancient Egypt, virtual reality (VR) instruction surrounds students with immersive learning experiences. VR is an innovative tool that enhances learning with flexibility accessibility. VR instruction fosters discovery and discussion while maximizing student interest, retention, and depth of understanding. VR instruction can be tailored to single-user experiences or group sessions, making it a versatile tool that adapts to various educational needs. This flexibility allows families to incorporate VR into their routines, providing a meaningful and effective method that fits changing lifestyles.
Digital Privacy Training – Learn How to Secure and Protect Your Communications and Data Via Open Source Platforms and Devices
Sean Patrick Tario
Mark37.com
Suitable for ALL AGES and TECHNICAL SKILL LEVELS: Parents/Teachers and Students will learn how to equip themselves with tools, resources and practical skills to navigate how specifically BigTech manipulate our thoughts and behavior leveraging the devices and platforms we use all day, every day. Learn the importance of knowing how our devices work and “technology” in general is intentional (it’s no different than having cognizance of your financial standing, physical health, etc.) You will learn what is ‘open source’ and why it is critical to reclaiming our digital sovereignty. “At this moment in history with the advent and rapid development of new technologies large numbers of the population, most especially the younger ones, are unknowingly suffering from what could ostensibly be described as Stockholm Syndrome, the psychological condition of a victim who identifies and empathizes with the goals and objectives of their “captor”. In these cases the “captor” is Big Tech and the victims are those who are “addicted” to their devices.”
AI in Homeschooling: No Stress, Just Success
Kevin and Cherise Dore
GoGrouple
In this session, you and your student will learn about artificial intelligence (AI) – what it is, what it can and cannot do, how it can help homeschool families, how to generate ideas for field trips and events, what are AI “prompts”, how to use AI, and more. See how a lesson plan can be created and refined using AI. Don’t miss the chance to learn how you and your student can fully utilize AI to maximize the homeschool experience.
Learning in an AI world– Utilizing AI to empower students within a Christian context
Josh Thomason
Ethos
In a recent study, 90% of students cited that they preferred studying with Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, with 95% stating that working with LLMs improved their grades. Despite this enthusiasm from students, parents and educators have often struggled to respond productively to the rapid advance of AI. The good news is that when offered in a carefully curated and safe environment, these tools really can improve student’s engagement and drive their success. In this session, we’ll introduce you to TrekAI, an AI tutor developed and trained with a Christian Worldview by Christian educators, and designed to provide the safeguards necessary for your children to engage with AI tools in a context parents can trust. Thousands of students are now benefiting from TrekAI, and they are reporting meaningful, measurable improvement in their learning experiences.
Time Management
Am I Doing Enough?
Cheryl Kischuk
Grounded Coaching
In this current culture, how do we combat the frustrating pitfalls, struggles, and lies that we, as parents, are not doing enough? Parents are burdened with the heavy responsibilities of equipping, educating, and discipling our children well into a post-Christian era. In this session, you will learn the antidote to the apprehension surrounding curriculum decisions, co-op choices, and comparisons. With practical parenting and discipline tips, Cheryl will discuss where true success in home education comes from. We will focus on contentment in present circumstances and look expectantly towards the future God has designed for our families.
If More is Better, Why Do I Feel Like Crying
Jennifer Henn
The Homeschooler’s Helper
Homeschooling is filled with repeated mundane tasks that move at a snail’s pace, and the return on your investment feels far off. In this session, Jennifer Henn, a veteran homeschool parent, helps you navigate what you need to do for a successful homeschool without adopting the culture’s “More is Better” mantra.
Step Back and Relax
Peggy Alier
BJU Press Homeschool
Stressed out trying to balance schooling, extra-curriculars, home life, church, and a zillion other things? Take a break and learn some tips and techniques to help de-stress, prioritize, and get better sleep.
Writing
Write a Novel – Change the World
Sarah Reid
Innovative Learning Press
A powerful story possesses the unique ability to weave its way into the collective soul of society. By crafting relatable characters, compelling plots, and vibrant settings, authors influence people’s views about themselves and the world they live in. Hollywood knows this to be true and spends billions of dollars to alter what was once a faith and family-oriented society to one that is growing selfish, violent, and deeply immoral. And we, the people, pay them to do it. Showcasing options to earn ELA credit while writing and publishing their first novels, this workshop is the talk of the homeschool town. It’s time to release the power of story as a force for good. In this workshop, author and teacher, Sarah Reid, will show parents and students the first step in becoming a warrior that wields a pen and wins hearts—how to write a novel that will change the world.
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