Pigeon Forge Audio Collection

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Women of the Protestant Reformation, Exemplars of Virtue and Competence

Speaker: Bill Potter We’ve all heard of Luther, Calvin and Knox. Key to their ministries and the success of the Protestant Reformation are wives, daughters, and other ladies of the Covenant,who suffered as much or more than their men, promoted the proclamation of the Gospel, raised godly families, protected and provided for refugees, and stiffened […]

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What’s Going on with Your Middle Schooler and How To Prepare Them for Highschool

Speaker: Sherri Seligson As children mature, they experience drastic changes: physically, intellectually, emotionally, and even spiritually. It’s a natural (and good!) process of moving into adulthood. Homeschooling gives parents the unique ability to daily walk alongside them. They’ll need more sleep; more time to process what they learn; more understanding; and more showers! Join Sherri […]

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What’s Executive Functioning Have to Do with Dyslexia? How to Increase Dyslexic Student Outcomes

Speaker: Dr. Rebecka Spencer It’s no secret that when it comes to literacy instruction, Phonological Awareness, Phonics, Vocabulary, Reading Fluency, and Comprehension all are keys to unlocking the dyslexic brain. But there is another KEY component that we need to be including in our literacy lessons of our dyslexic and struggling learners homeschool lessons if […]

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Walk by the Way, Teaching Spiritual Truths through Natural Means

Speaker: Ginny Yurich Bring Deuteronomy 6:7 to life! “You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise.” Opportunities to teach Biblical truths are all around us. Learn ten practical […]

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Unveil The Bible With Creativity

Speaker: Davy Liu We believe that children’s entertainment, in all forms, plays a powerful role in shaping the beliefs of our vulnerable youth. Kendu Kids strives to provide parents with inspiring creative contents for their children. Davy Liu, founder of Kendu Kids and former Disney animator on The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, […]

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Understanding the Phases of High School

Speaker: Matthew Bullington Want to know what your teen should be focusing on to prepare for college and a career? In this session we will break high-school down into four crucial phases that build on each other, and give you the tools to determine what should be the priority for this next year, how to […]

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Training Boys – Goal: Not Well-Behaved Boys but Godly Men

Speaker: Jeff Reep Firmly rooted in the belief that God gives instruction in Scripture on child training and the Holy Spirit empowers parents by His grace to carry out the instructions, you will hear a Biblical perspective on parenting. After raising 5 boys to men and investing 26 consecutive years of homeschooling you’ll learn 2 […]

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Top Ten Pros for Charlotte-Mason and Classical History from a former checked-out student!

Speaker: Julia Nalle Despite being an avid reader as a child and devouring hundreds of history-related books, Julia Nalle dreaded history in school. To her, history classes were a barrage of boring lectures and endless dates. Come listen as Julia, co-author of BiblioPlan shares her personal journey and how God changed her heart concerning history. […]

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To Court, to Date or to Become a Eunuch?

Speaker: Catherine Zoller “Train up a child in the way he should go, even when he is old he will not depart from it.” (Prov. 22:6) has often been misunderstood as assuring parents of prodigals that they will return to the Lord. However, the verse is more properly translated,Train¦.according to their bent, or in keeping […]

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Tips for Balancing: Work, Family and Homeschooling

Speaker: Eujeana Chism Work, family, and homeschooling are all full-time positions. We will discuss finding that balance that is important to get through the day. Part of finding that balance is scheduling our days, we will discuss what we need to know about our days to create a schedule. Evaluating your daily activities will be […]

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Thriving in Degenerating Times

Speaker: Timothy L. Price Do you feel as though the world is becoming increasingly antagonistic and militant. Many Christians do and do not know what will come. Fortunately, we have examples that would encourage and inspire us in the times we live in. Join Timothy L. Price for an informative and inspiring workshop about Thriving […]

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Three Generations of Moms: Ask Us Anything!

Speaker: Jamie Erickson|Kate Battistelli|September McCarthy Convention workshops are great. They can definitely help you build a solid foundation. But sometimes, you need to have a conversation–a chance to ask the tough questions and hear the hard-earned truth. Now’s your chance. Join the hosts of the Mom to Mom Podcast, Kate Battistelli, September McCarthy, and Jamie […]

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The Underground History of Education

Speaker: Robyn van Eck With a tip of the hat to the late, great John Taylor Gatto, what is the true history of education, the story you’ve never been told? Do we really owe all we know about education to John Dewey and the ancient Greeks? Learn how we ended up where we are today, […]

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The Theology of Technology, A Brief Overview

Speaker: Chris Kaspar When Cain killed Abel, he ran to technology to fill the God-shaped hole in his life. How can we apply transcendent truths to today’s choices regarding technology? Let’s dive into a topic that rarely hits the pulpit but is intensely relevant. Understand fundamental Biblical principles and guide your familys vision for technology. […]

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The Stricken Earth

Speaker: Mike Snavely The earth is wearing out just like the Bible said it would. The earth is undergoing changes that can be seen everywhere. Why do volcanoes erupt? Why are there earthquakes? Why do rocks fall from the sky? What are comets? Why are there unique weather patterns? Is the earth warming? If so, […]

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The Serpent!

Speaker: Mike Snavely The fear of snakes is understandable. Right at the outset of history, the Bible records an astounding verbal exchange between the serpent and the second human God made. Immediately following the results of this exchange, everything fell apart! Mankind, the serpent, and even nature itself were all placed under a curse! How […]

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The Proverbs 31 Woman“ Is She Relevant For Today?

Speaker: Lisa Schmidt In the book of Proverbs, we are clearly instructed in the ways of wisdom, and warned about the consequences of foolishness. The book culminates with a teaching about the wise and worthy Proverbs 31 woman. Some have argued that she is too idealistic, unrealistic, or just plain annoying to read about. Is […]

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The Power of Story and Imagination within The Pilgrim’s Progress

Speaker: Steven James When you understand what lies at the heart of all great stories: tension, desire, crisis, escalation, struggle, and discovery, you can both understand literature better and write your own stories more effectively. This workshop will be ideal for anyone who loves stories and storytelling and values the power of an ignited imagination. […]

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The Perils of Parenting Gen Z

Speaker: Hal and Melanie Young What’s going on with our kids’ generation when 75% despair about the future, 42% are dealing with mental health issues, and a shocking number are struggling with sexuality and gender? Our grandparents formed The Greatest Generation, but they call our children’s The Most Fearful. Generation Z, now 10 to 25 […]

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The Mystery of the Dinosaurs

Speaker: Mike Snavely This session provides a biblical alternative to the standard explanation for these creatures, and answers the basic questions everyone has on the subject – What were dinosaurs? When did they live? What really happened to them? Does the Bible talk about them?, etc. This is one of our most requested sessions. Listen […]

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The Messianic Character of American Education

Speaker: Bill Potter This class is a survey of the historical origins of the broken and depraved government schools of today. They did not suddenly erupt like Vesuvius in the last ten years. The seeds were sown in colonial times, and the creators of the modern “common schools” system were established by educational presuppositions in […]

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The Joy of Teaching History from a Christian Worldview

Speaker: Charlene Notgrass Veteran homeschool mom and curriculum author, Charlene Notgrass, has found great joy learning, teaching, and writing history from a Christian worldview. We need the wisdom and knowledge God has given us in His Word to help us understand the events of the past and to know how to live in the present […]

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The Fundamentals of Writing Fiction

Speaker: Chuck Black Readers are leaders and writers have to opportunity to help forge the future through the books those leaders read. God has given many people the passion to write story. Whether you are eight or forty-eight, there are key fundamentals to excellent fiction writing that readers and publishers alike are looking for. With […]

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The Collapse of the Soviet Union, and Why it Matters!

Speaker: Linda Hobar The collapse of the Soviet Union is one of the most unprecedented events in modern history! How did it happen and why does it matter? Join Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History, for a sobering look at the founding of the Soviet Union to its shocking early dissolution. This […]

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The Charlotte Mason Approach- What’s It All About?

Speaker: Dr. Sandi Queen|ND What is a “living book?”How can copy work really be that effective? How do I fit nature study into our day, and why do I want to? What about math, language arts, and other core subjects? Listen Now

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The Amazing Scientific Accuracy of the Bible

Speaker: Kevin Conover According to recent research, 72% of Generation Z, those born between 2000-2015, don’t believe that church teachings and science are compatible. This session will cover 7 amazing scientific facts recorded in the Bible thousands of years before modern science discovered them, demonstrating that the God of the Bible is the God of […]

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Ten Great Adventures from World History

Speaker: Solomon Schmidt Join 18-year-old published author, Solomon Schmidt, as he tells the remarkable stories of ten amazing voyages, journeys, and expeditions from history. Come learn about some of the most daring and courageous people who ever lived, as they journeyed into the most dangerous environments on earth, from the lonesome expanse of the Pacific […]

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Teenagers need to know that Christianity is not an App, it is a worldview

Speaker: Todd Friel Why do so many teenagers abandon the faith? Because they believe that Christianity is an add on to the rest of their lives. Join us to learn how to help your teenager orient their entire life toward Jesus Christ and never desire to wander. Listen Now

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Teenagers don’t have to be a nightmare

Speaker: Todd Friel Americans assume that the teenage years will be turbulent. That is a lie. When a family applies God’s three rules for every family, the teenage years don’t have to be a nightmare. Listen Now

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Teaching Children to Write Better – Not Simply Write More

Speaker: Julie Synde Excessive stacks of curriculum. Thousands of dollars spent on content the experts claim will make your life simpler and guarantee success for your child. Yet here you are. Searching for a solution to your problem: How to teach your children to write with ease and confidence. I’ve been there. Listen Now

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Teaching a Biblical Worldview Using Literature

Speaker: Michael Dowling In these confusing and increasingly unbiblical times, Christian teachers, parents, and grandparents more than ever need to fulfill their God-given responsibility of teaching a Christian worldview to the next generation. Michael Dowling offers guidance about how to recognize the spiritual lies of our culture and use literature to counter these lies with […]

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Teach Them, Don’t Tell Them: Study Strategies that Work

Speaker: Kathy Koch Although most homeschooling days are probably about learning, remembering, and completing papers and projects, studying is also important. Have you taught your children HOW to study or do you think they’ll figure it out one day? Studying matters today and for their future. Dr. Kathy will suggest that you teach strategies from […]

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Start Preparing Your Students for Their Financial Future NOW!

Speaker: Janet Smith This workshop will help you teach your students how to handle money God’s way versus the world’s way. You will learn how to prepare them to handle money for a lifetime! How young should you start? As soon as they know what money is. Listen Now

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Skill, Will and Thrill: Instilling a Lifelong Love of Learning

Speaker: Lee Jenkins Learn practical strategies to create a learning environment where students exceed educational expectations, and their enthusiasm to learn is driven by continued success. Developing skill, will and thrill for students will result in better outcomes and happier kids! Listen Now

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Secrets to Cultivating a Life-Giving Family Culture

Speaker: Kim Sorgius Every family has a culture . . . a way of living. And every family is defined by it. Are your family’s mission and culture breathing life into your days? Being intentional and purposeful is the best way to make sure your mission aligns with your worldview. You’ll leave this session armed […]

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Scripturedoodle- Adding Creative Bible Study into Homeschool

Speaker: April Knight In this session you will gain a brief introduction to the art of Scripturedoodle, a simple step by step Bible study practice merging daily scripture study and the art of creative response. Come hear practical tips and encouragement from April as well as learn the benefits of implementing the practice of scripturedoodle […]

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Rethinking Dyslexia: The Bigger Picture Using the Cherished Model

Speaker: Dr. Rebecka Spencer Dyslexia is one of the most misunderstood language learning disabilities, and perhaps it is time we rethink the bigger picture. Using the Cherish Method, homeschool moms and teachers can overcome the learning struggle with a biblical perspective and the tools you need to help your child. Approaching dyslexia as a strength […]

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Responding Biblically to fear, worry, and anxiety

Speaker: Lisa Schmidt Marital conflict began with Adam and Eve in the Garden. Neither of them was willing to take responsibility for their own personal sin and instead blamed someone else for it. Not surprisingly, we still do the same thing today. We blame our spouse, our children, our parents, our past, our circumstances and […]

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Reading, Writing, and Running the Vacuum…How to Manage Home and School

Speaker: Linda Hobar You’ve done your research and you’re all set to teach the three R’s: reading, ‘riting, and ‘rithmetic. Good for you! But how in addition to that will you run the vacuum, put away the laundry, and mop? If you need tips for getting it all done around your home, join veteran homeschool […]

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Reading, Writing, and Running the Vacuum…How to Manage Home and School

Speaker: Linda Hobar You’ve done your research and you’re all set to teach the three R’s: reading, ‘riting, and ‘rithmetic. Good for you! But how in addition to that will you run the vacuum, put away the laundry, and mop? If you need tips for getting it all done around your home, join veteran homeschool […]

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Raising Confident, Generous & Compassionate Ladies require Skills

Speaker: Monica Irvine Imagine what it feels like to watch your daughter continue to strive for excellence in all aspects of her life, because she knows she has endless potential and a great responsibility. She matures with a desire to be a voice for good and a contributor to making our world a better place. […]

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Putting ADHD into Focus

Speaker: Danni Gugel ADHD can be exhausting for the child and the parent, especially when that parent is also the teacher! Join us to learn everything you need to know about ADHD. We’ll cover symptoms, diagnosis, and research-based options for treatments that work! Participants will: ~Learn methods for diagnosing ADHD ~Learn types and common symptoms […]

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Professor Plum in the lounge with the Candlestick

Speaker: BB Gallagher One of the most crucial things we can give our children is wonder. To be awestruck by the beauty and mysteries of the world is something that only belongs to humans. Whether it be a great book series or a game like CLUE, we need to expose our children to the tools […]

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Preparing Your Teen for College (It is easier than you might think!)

Speaker: Patricia Wesolowski 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 […]

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Preparing for Persecution

Speaker: Todd Nettleton If we believe American Christians could face persecution in the coming years, how are we preparing ourselves? Here are practical ways with examples from brothers and sisters who have already victoriously endured persecution that help prepare us to stand faithfully for Christ, no matter the cost. Listen Now

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Prayer and Persecution

Speaker: Katy Smith In this workshop we will discuss ways to strengthen our children’s faith through prayer and by learning about our persecuted family through free resources available from Voice of the Martyrs. We will also discuss how we can use heroes of the faith to strengthen and equip our children for persecution. By understanding […]

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Prayer and Persecution

Speaker: Katy Smith In this workshop we will discuss ways to strengthen our children’s faith through prayer and by learning about our persecuted family through free resources available from Voice of the Martyrs. We will also discuss how we can use heroes of the faith to strengthen and equip our children for persecution. By understanding […]

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Practical Discernment in Children’s Literature

Speaker: Korrie Johnson This session is perfect for anyone who has asked the question, “Is my child ready for this book?” or “Should my child ever read this book?” Using well-known literary examples, learn how to practice discernment practically. Listen Now

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Practical Apologetics

Speaker: Chuck Black The description of the Enemy in our modern world seems overwhelming at times, especially for young people. Is there scientific evidence for God? Does faith deny logic and reason? Chuck tackles these challenging questions and offer solid answers through practical apologetics. Equip your youth using the synergy between scripture, science technology, logic […]

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Phubbing 101 — How to use tech in a healthy way

Speaker: Chris Kasper The world now sees how technology has damaged our families and relationships. Social media has lost its luster, but new techno superpowers pop up every day, drawing us to another shiny promise that will eventually reveal its dark side. We’re now aware of the problem, but nobody is talking about the solution. […]

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Parenting Power Words

Speaker: Kathy Koch Parents can consistently use strategic power words to efficiently and effectively direct children’s thinking, beliefs, choices, character, attitudes, and behavior. Using these power words will increase cooperation and obedience, decrease frustration and arguments, and build healthier parent-child relationships. Curious? You’ll have to attend to hear some of Dr. Kathy’s favorites. You will […]

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Overcoming Dyslexia and Reading Challenges

Speaker: Danni Gugel Reading is the key that opens the door to an entire universe of learning. School can be overwhelming and frustrating at best when a child is struggling to read. There is real hope for treating the root causes of reading disabilities. We’ll help you understand what can go wrong in reading development […]

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Organized (Well, Almost!) Time Management for Busy Moms

Speaker: Vicki Bentley As a busy mom, do you sometimes struggle with lesson planning, keeping the house somewhat presentable, teaching, keeping up with the laundry, AND getting dinner on the table the same day you homeschool? Come hear practical tips and encouragement from a fellow homeschool mom of many. Your husband and children will thank […]

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Organized (Well, Almost!) Time Management for Busy Moms

Speaker: Vicki Bentley As a busy mom, do you sometimes struggle with lesson planning, keeping the house somewhat presentable, teaching, keeping up with the laundry, AND getting dinner on the table the same day you homeschool? Come hear practical tips and encouragement from a fellow homeschool mom of many. Your husband and children will thank […]

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No Longer Little

Speaker: Hal and Melanie Young The turmoil of the tween or preteen years between 9 and 13 usually catches parents by surprise. Diligent students become addled and distracted. Kids raised in church start questioning the existence of God. Sweet natured children climb on an emotional roller coaster and invite you to join them! Don’t get […]

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Navigating The Library With Wisdom

Speaker: Whitney Newby How do you navigate visiting the library when it can feel like a minefield? Do you just stop going? Do you pre-read every book that comes through your doors? In this session, Whitney will discuss practical ways to navigate the public library to find rich, wholesome, developmentally-appropriate reading material for children. Listen […]

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Nature Is the Best Science Classroom

Speaker: Sherri Seligson Have you ever taken a walk outside with a three-year-old? It can take forever as each leaf needs to be examined, acorns need to be gathered, and flowers need to be smelled. This is not just because your child is stalling before naptime. The outdoors is one of the best environments to […]

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Motherhood: The After Party and the Empty Nest Years

Speaker: Kate Battistelli Your children are growing up. They’re heading out of the nest, and all those years of love and sacrifice, cooking & cleaning, disciplining & discipling are coming to an unceremonious end. This is your invitation to Act 2: To Motherhood: The After Party. Because mom isn’t your only name. Time: When your […]

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Messy Marriage Stuff: 10 Things Your Spouse Desperately Wants You to Know

Speaker: Kirk Martin So marriage is tougher then you expected. You thought everything was white picket fences and then you had kids. And now the real you is coming out. Before you had kids (and all that stress and anxiety), you were patient, fun, had energy, you listened. But now you yell, withdraw, snipe at […]

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Men’s Breakfast- Husband’s Love Your Wives

Speaker: David Nunnery In this men only session, we’re going to discuss what we can learn from the life and death of Jesus about loving our wives and how that can impact our families each and every day. Listen Now

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Math Word Problems Solved in 4 Easy Steps

Speaker: Jessica Kaminski, M.Ed. Word Problems challenge our students to apply their math skills and problem solve. However, they can prove to be difficult when including multiple steps and operations. Tackle those tricky word problems using Polya’s Four-Step Problem-Solving Method and the Heuristics from Singapore that make a Singapore Math curriculum so effective. Listen Now

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Light a Thousand Fires

Speaker: Heidi St. John Right place. Right time. Right team. We’re raising a generation of Daniels as America becomes a modern Babylon. The Lord has set us apart for such a time as this and He has a purpose for each of us and each of our children. Heidi St John lays out the rules […]

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Learning Like da Vinci & Jefferson: Notebooking 101

Speaker: Jamie Erickson Educational pioneer, Charlotte Mason, championed the idea of note booking. But this wonderful extension of learning can be dated back long before she gave it a name. For centuries, The Greats cataloged what they learned in notebooks, rehearsing their discoveries in a natural way with pen, paper, and imagination. Find out how […]

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Late, Lost & Not Prepared: Laziness or Executive Functioning Issues?

Speaker: Shannon Gygi We will be discussing executive function and how it impacts a child or young adult’s future success. Learn about the root cause of executive function issues like poor decision making, impulsivity, disorganization, and more [hint: it isn’t laziness], as well as how improving brain connectivity can reduce your child’s struggles. Listen Now

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Introduction to Electronics– Hands On Best Practices for introducing a STEM based technology program into your curriculum

Speaker: Jason Lukawitz Although electronics can seem daunting, this session will introduce you to some best practices that you can use in your own classroom to implement a technology based program that you and your children can work at and learn together. During the session you will be hands on building a small project that […]

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How to Teach/train Your Child by Understanding His/Her Personality Type

Speaker: Karen Miller Karen will discuss the characteristics of the four personality types: Popular Sanguine, Powerful Choleric, Perfect Melancholy, and Peaceful Phlegmatic. Then she will discuss how these different personality types learn and how to apply these characteristics in how you teach/train your children. Listen Now

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How To Teach Your Teen About Government and Economics

Speaker: Scott Clifton Do you want to throw your shoes at the TV every time you see another brainwashed college student spouting socialistic nonsense? Are you determined to arm your teen with the truth about government and economics? Do you want your homeschooler to understand and be able to defend how the Bible upholds principles […]

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How to Program a Robot

Speaker: Francie Black In this fun interactive session students (and parents 😉 ) learn how to program a robot. Learning how hardware and programming skills work together is a critical skill in this digital world. In this session students help code and make decision on what tasks we want our robot to accomplish. Listen Now

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How to Keep Your Child In The Faith

Speaker: Israel Wayne Studies show that 70% of churched youth abandon the Christian faith sometime before high school graduation. While there are no guarantees in parenting, there are steps parents can take that have been proven through various studies to statistically improve the chances of your child embracing and remaining in the faith. Learn what […]

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How to Equip your Kids to Build a Biblical Foundation in Health

Speaker: Ashton Tate Ever since covid health is at the top of many parents’ minds. But the health industry can often be very confusing. Not to mention the fact that many times it leaves Biblical principles out. Many parents want to educate their kids to be healthy to serve God but they just don’t know […]

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How to Create YOUR Perfect Homeschool Schedule

Speaker: Kim Sorgius You’ve tried all the things that seem to work for other people yet still can’t find the right homeschool schedule for you. Trust me—you’re not alone. Figuring out how to teach multiple ages, fold the laundry, and keep the toddlers from writing on the walls with markers can feel overwhelming. Join 20+ […]

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How to Begin a Homeschool Community and Cooperative that Lasts

Speaker: September McCarthy It takes work, but it is worth it! This vital piece of our homeschooling, is connection and September knows the work and worth of this as well. Learn how to be a participant and a leader in your own community and establish a strong and lasting group to last through your homeschooling […]

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Hope for the Discouraged and Depressed

Speaker: Lisa Schmidt We all feel frustrated, overwhelmed and discouraged at times. If left unchecked, our negative emotions can spiral into anxiety and depression. The Bible is full of examples of men and women of the faith who struggled deeply with these very same things. In this workshop we will study Psalms 42 and 43 […]

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Homeschooling: The Long Haul– Determination, Motivation, and Inspiration to Starting and Finishing Strong

Speaker: September McCarthy Planning to succeed in your Homeschool journey and staying motivated takes perseverance and inspiration. September will help you start strong and learn when to pivot your plan or stay the course to finish well. Listen Now

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Help! My Child Has an ATTITUDE!

Speaker: Kim Sorgius From rolling eyes to slamming doors, sometimes a kid’s attitude is simply frustrating! If you’re at your wit’s end or just looking for practical ways to get to the HEART of the matter, this session is for you. As Proverbs 4 says, your attitude determines your life’s path. Let’s help our kids […]

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Help! Homeschooling Isn’t Working!

Speaker: Rich and Barb Heki Whether homeschooling was your fondest dream or worst nightmare, you parents and grandparents jumped into it, but it’s just not working the way you thought it should! Maybe you don’t like it, or the kids/grandkids don’t like it. And you’re driving one another crazy! Or maybe you like it, but […]

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Help for your Dyslexic or Struggling Reader

Speaker: Korrie Johnson Learn what techniques and components will set up your Dyslexic or struggling reader for success and how to implement them at home. Listen Now

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Heart School: How Amazing Parents Become Excellent Home Educators.

Speaker: Leslie Nunnery Homeschooling is a great thing. It provides the finest quality, tailored education your children can have, and it gives you the opportunity to build relationships, explore the world together, and so much more. But homeschooling is not an end in itself. Rather, homeschooling is a fantastic tool for discipleship and growth. In […]

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Handcuffed to an Atheist: How to Kindly Discuss your Faith with Skeptical Family, Friends, and Other Folks

Speaker: Kevin Conover Kevin was handcuffed to an atheist for 24 hours by BuzzFeed on YouTube. In this session Kevin will share what happened off air, how to talk to non-believers in a non-threatening manner, and 4 reasons why believing in God makes much more sense than atheism. Listen Now

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Growing Great Kids

Speaker: Kate Battistelli Successful adults don’t happen by accident. It takes intentional effort to raise children into adults who possess a strong sense of their destiny in God, a passion to serve Him, and knowledge of their gifts and callings. By partnering with God, we can equip our children to be all He called and […]

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Giving Your Teen Direction in an Uncertain Year

Speaker: Matthew Bullington How can you give your teen guidance on planning for a career path when the whole world seems to be upside-down? The past year has brought a lot of changes to the college-prep process, from test-optional application options, changing deadlines, and rapidly evolving standardized exams. We’ll cover the biggest changes fo the […]

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Gardenschooling

Speaker: Ginny Yurich “All knowledge is rooted in wonder.“ (Sharon Lovejoy) Add wonder to your school year by gardening with kids. Learn how gardening will help your kids learn and will add joy and excitement to your school year. You’ll come away with lots of project ideas and inspiration! Listen Now

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Fighting Apathy: Teaching Your Teens to Care

Speaker: Chuck Black More than ever before, raising teenagers that care about their faith is hard, especially in a culture that is quickly becoming increasingly hostile toward Christians. When a child enters those confusing years, the enemy uses dozens of weapons to rob them of their faith. Spiritual apathy is insidious and perhaps the most […]

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Fantasy and the Reader’s Heart

Speaker: Bryan Davis I explore how fantasy literature affects the hearts and minds of readers and how Christian worldview fantasy can build spiritual qualities in a positive way. I also provide warnings about how dark fantasy can be detrimental and how to tell the difference between faith-building fantasy and fantasy that tears faith down. Listen […]

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Faith, Service, Fun

Speaker: Patti Garibay In this session, American Heritage Girls (AHG) Founder & Executive Director Patti Garibay shares about the ministry of AHG, the premier character and leadership development program for girls ages 5 to 18. Patti shares how AHG has and continues to transform the lives of girls, families, and communities across the country through […]

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Faith over Fear

Speaker: Rebecca Spooner It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been parenting or homeschooling . . . fear seems to be like a constant companion, nipping at our heels: fear that we are going to mess up our kids, fear that they will fall away, fear that we will miss the boat, and fear that time […]

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Equipping for Cultural Engagement: How to Turn (Scary) Conversations into Discipleship Opportunities

Speaker: Kelsey Reed Raising children in the Age of Information presents challenges like none other. Throw adolescence into the mix and the stakes immediately rise. This pivotal moment in the discipleship of young adults deserves care, attention, and best practices. Whether you are a parent of teens or getting ready for that stage in your […]

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Equipped to Conquer: Homeschooling Special Needs, the Sensory Child, and the Child You Don’t Know What to Do With!

Speaker: Linda Kane You are the expert on your child! Home is the best place to homeschool your precious child with special needs. You can do it! Linda will teach specific, targeted activities for improving their sensory, processing, visual systems and for increasing overall function and ability. Linda will give help with behavior and social […]

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Dual Enrollment: Navigating High School and College Simultaneously

Speaker: Stephen Buettell Navigating dual enrollment and the high school years can be a challenging task. Stephen shares what to look for and how to approach the high school years with an eye toward college and dual enrollment. Listen Now

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Dual Enrollment: Navigating High School and College Simultaneously

Speaker: Stephen Buettell Navigating dual enrollment and the high school years can be a challenging task. Stephen shares what to look for and how to approach the high school years with an eye toward college and dual enrollment. Listen Now

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Dollars & Sense

Speaker: Charla McKinley Our children will spend less than a quarter of their lives in our homes. As parents we have a narrow window to prepare them for the road ahead. We spend years teaching our children how to read, write and do mathematics, but how much time do we spend teaching them about money? […]

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Discipline That Works When Consequences Don’t

Speaker: Kirk Martin Instead of being drawn into power struggles, yelling and giving meaningless consequences, Kirk will show you 10 ways to discipline with dignity so kids listen to, respect, and trust you. Listen Now

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De-Stress Your Homeschool! Creative Ideas for Grandparent Involvement

Speaker: Rich and Barb Heki This workshop will give parents and grandparents an amazing array of practical, creative, hands-on ideas and projects to help grandparents get actively involved in their grandchildren’s home-education adventure, resulting in lowered stress for mom and dad, deeper relationships with the grandchildren, and plentiful discipleship opportunities—whether the grandparents live locally or […]

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Dad directing interactive family devotions

Speaker: Benjamin Myers Ben and Felicita Myers will share their personal story of how they ran a theatre ministry in Philadelphia. How they really struggled when they saw many of the children they had worked with not following the Lord after leaving the program. As they began to have children themselves, the Lord spoke to […]

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Creating your very own unit study with ease

Speaker: Christine Zell Unit studies can become some of the most fun lessons in your homeschool! They give you an opportunity to dig deep and get hands on. Get your thinking caps ready and come alongside Christine as you create a unit study together. She’ll show you how she goes down the Rabbit Trail to […]

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Creating A Grateful Home: Way Beyond Please and Thank You!

Speaker: David Nunnery Gratitude is so powerful in the heart of a believer. It will transform your home, your heart, and your mind. It will improve your platform for teaching, heal your marriage, and so much more. Listen Now

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Creating a Culture of Generosity in your Family

Speaker: Dave Gamache Dave will bring a biblical message of generosity to encourage families to integrate this important, Christ-like value into their everyday lives. Our curriculum built for families with home school families in mind teaches the Seven Ways of Living Generously (Generous with thoughts, words, time, attention, influence, money and sharing your belongings) and […]

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Create a foreign language immersion homeschool

Speaker: Adelaide Olguin Want a foreign language to be a part of your homeschool? But your family is either stuck learning vocab words instead of immersing yourself in the language by talking in it together or the whole idea of learning a foreign language is super overwhelming? I grew up monolingual and learned to conjugate […]

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Common Mistakes Christian Parents Make

Speaker: Israel Wayne Many well-intentioned parents make harmful mistakes as they relate to their children. These mistakes often contribute to bitterness in their children. Over time, they can result in children rejecting their parents and their values. Learn to avoid these pitfalls. Listen Now

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College Prep 101: How to Use Your Time Strategically So You Can Have a Life

Speaker: Mark Pruitt Time Management is THE BIGGEST challenge for every student. Learn how to get more done in less time so you can have a blast in school. Listen Now

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Choosing What You Value for Women

Speaker: Misty Brown When you are offended you have a choice in how you respond! Your actions reflect your values, and your values reflect your heart condition. This session will help you learn the skills of spending daily quiet time with Jesus, prayer, and scripture memory, and how they are vital aspects in aligning your […]

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Charlotte Mason and her Methods

Speaker: Sonya Shafer Join Sonya for a practical and encouraging overview of the simple yet effective methods used in the Charlotte Mason approach. You will learn about Charlotte and experience using her methods for yourself during the session. Listen Now

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Call to Arms: The Guts & Glory of Courageous Fatherhood

Speaker: Chuck Black There is a spiritual war being waged for our families. Our enemy is strong, and we are in his territory. Dad, if you don’t fight for your family, no one else will. When a soldier is in enemy territory, he is alert, focused, and purposeful about every move he makes with weapons […]

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Building Sibling Relationships

Speaker: Sherri Seligson One big parenting challenge we face involves fostering relationships between our children. We want them to be close, but those dreams can be hard to imagine amidst the continuous assertions of “Not me. HE did it! In this workshop, Sherri shares 6 key ways she used (some accidentally) to navigate sibling relationships […]

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Bringing Back Family Time & Biblical Family Devotions

Speaker: Glenn Ransom Want to bring your family together? Desire to help your family grow a relationship with God? Get caught up in not having enough time, struggling to understand things or cannot find what you’re looking for? This session shows you a tool to overcome these and discover the benefits of family devotions. Listen […]

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Bringing Back Family Time & Biblical Family Devotions

Speaker: Glenn Ransom Want to bring your family together? Desire to help your family grow a relationship with God? Get caught up in not having enough time, struggling to understand things or cannot find what you’re looking for? This session shows you a tool to overcome these and discover the benefits of family devotions. Listen […]

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Bits of Wisdom for Moms and Dads of Pre-K through 2nd graders

Speaker: Julia Nalle This session is homeschooling 101 for the just starting out, excited, nervous and deer-in-the-headlights parents of pre-K through 2nd graders. If you’re teaching for the first time, then come and hear from a veteran with 35+ years of experience who also happened to be a little herself a long time ago. Learn […]

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Biblical Worldview & Critical Thinking

Speaker: Renton Rathbun Some view biblical worldview as a nice addition to a curriculum if there is extra time. This fundamental misunderstanding of biblical worldview shaping stems from the idea that critical thinking is possible without biblical worldview shaping. Because of the demands and scope of critical thinking as a discipline, biblical worldview is absolutely […]

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Balancing it All

Speaker: Rebecca Spooner Let’s be honest: homeschooling is hard. But what makes it even harder is that it is not our full-time job. We also have to be parents and homemakers while working at our jobs or being involved in our churches or ministries. How do we effectively balance all these important missions that we […]

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ADHD And Behavior

Speaker: Angel Ogden We will discuss the root cause of ADHD, how it can affect behavior and learning, and what’s really happening in your child’s brain. Helpful tips for your home classroom and handouts included! Listen Now

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8 Words

Speaker: Sonya Shafer When you’re feeling weary as a homeschool parent, these eight words will refresh you. They will inspire you when you’re feeling mundane and encourage you when you’re uncertain: I am, I can, I ought, I will. Come explore the powerful ideas behind these eight words, let them nestle into your heart and […]

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8 Laws Every Tennessee Parent Should Know

Speaker: Bradley Pierce Can a social worker come into your home without a warrant? How old does your child have to be to leave them home alone? Part of protecting your parental rights is being informed on the laws in your state. Come learn eight laws that every Tennessee parent should know. Session includes Q&A. […]

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8 Great Smarts: Help Children Believe They’re Smart

Speaker: Kathy Koch All children have eight intelligences that can be awakened, strengthened, and used when learning anything. Each intelligence will be explained so you can determine which ones are strengths for your children and how to teach with them. You’ll also learn how children might be getting into trouble through their greatest strengths and […]

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*KEYNOTE* Teenagers must learn these truths or you can kiss them goodbye

Speaker: Todd Friel If you do not thoroughly prepare your teenager to fly the coup, you will likely watch them walk out the door and walk away from the Christian faith. This does not have to happen to you. Listen Now

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