Pigeon Forge 2023

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

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 […]

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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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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+ […]

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, […]

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 […]

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