Pigeon Forge 2024

When we see the eternal picture, we are less likely to get distracted by the temporal. This workshop helps audience members define (or refine!) their purpose for homeschooling, saving them time, money, & energy. Parents will receive practical tools to help them be rooted so that they can not only survive but also sustain and […]

Charles Malik famously declared “the university is one of the greatest creations of Western civilization.” Yet in recent years Americans have lost a tremendous amount of confidence in this once great cultural institution. While the economic value of going to college remains strong, the intellectual, social, and cultural milieu of many campuses has grown toxic. […]

We all have clear reasons that we decided to homeschool, but as we continue on this journey, the lines can become blurred. It can be so easy to get caught up in how our kids (and we) are (or aren’t) performing when it comes to homeschooling. But what if that isn’t actually what we are […]

Do you hear this all the time? Do you want some ways to answer this question? I know I did. I will share ways to answer this question positively. Come join us for some encouragement and fun in this session, and we discuss the hot topic of being qualified to homeschool our own children. Bring […]

Are you tired of worksheets and comprehension questions? Are you looking for another way to engage your children in the learning process that is active and meaningful? Come learn about Charlotte Mason’s method of narration. This practice of retelling, whether orally, written or pictorially, provides so many benefits for children of all ages. You will […]

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. Speaker September McCarthy Listen Now

In an ever-changing, morally-upside down world, how do Christians change without changing? How do we live in the world and not be of the world? We know we have to live in present and not the past, but how is this done without be controlled by a secular worldview? Steve has led Christian organizations through […]

Explore ways that you can develop and support your child’s artistic giftings without exposing them to teachers and content that reject a Biblical worldview. Contrary to worldly wisdom, it is not necessary to compromise your beliefs to pursue these creative outlets. The world needs artists that are communicating truth! Leave this session with ideas for […]

We were created for community. As parents we often don’t prioritize our own friendships out of a desire to accommodate our children needs. Most of our relationships move to the back burner. This leads to burnout, isolation and loneliness. Join Melissa as she dives in and shows you how to live the way God designed […]

In a self-centered, entitled culture, christian parents want more for our kids. We were created to serve others, but it doesn’t just happen. It takes intentional parenting and a personal desire to serve. Learn how to incorporate an attitude of service in your family, beginning in your home and taking it to your neighbors, your […]

Speaker Dr. Craig Wrobleski Listen Now

How to find the plan and job HE has for you, so you can become the man/woman HE designed you to be. Subtitle: Ignite Your Potential–20+ Stories to Empower you to Build a Successful Future in Work, Finance and Life. Speaker David G. Toussaint Listen Now

The average child spends over 52 hours a week in front of electronic media. It is no longer a question as to why managing screens, from toddlers to teens, has quickly become the most significant parenting challenge today. This science-backed presentation provides the education families need to change their lifestyles and live family-centered rather than […]

As a 2nd generation homeschool mom, I can attest to the many benefits I reaped from parents who said “No” to social pressure, disapproval, & the “easier” traditional education. Yes, some of our struggles were multiplied, But our blessings were also by Mom’s steady presence in our home & Dad’s dogged commitment to keep her […]

9 times out of 10, if there’s a word that is tricky to read, it’s because the vowel doesn’t behave in the way it “normally” does. Come discuss the patterns that vowels follow and how they interact with the letters and word parts around them! (If you come to the workshop, I’ll give you a […]

This workshop shows parents how to use Great Picture Books to introduce and engage young children in the stories and values that make America exceptional. The focus is on the joy of sharing great stories and beautiful art with our children, while at the same time passing along the family values, starting with our Christian […]

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 […]

Computer literacy, once considered a competitive advantage, is now a survival skill. STEM education helps develop valuable 21st century skills like critical thinking, logical reasoning, and communication. Even those not interested in a career as a programmer or engineer will benefit from developing these skills. This session will show how STEM education helps students in […]

Speaker David Nunnery Listen Now

Traveling abroad is a dream that many families share but figuring out how to traverse across the continents (or even the next state over) with children in tow while homeschooling can feel overwhelming and even impossible. In this session, we’ll discuss what learning away from home entails and how regular everyday families can make it […]

Students will learn the facts about basic brain science and how addictive technology like social media and video games affect a healthy brain. They will feel encouraged and excited to live life off the screen. Ideal for 4th-12th grade students with or without their caregivers. Speaker Mandee Hamann Listen Now

When the time is right, you want your child to approach dating and marriage with clarity, confidence, and courage. But in today’s culture the path to marriage is clouded by sexual brokenness, unrealistic expectations, confusion, and fear. Even in the church. The result: young people are marrying later and later. Or never. In fact, only […]

Proven strategies and ideas that will solve the challenges of DAILY Bible Reading and Family Devotions. Speaker Glenn Ransom Listen Now

As our children begin to mature, they are experiencing drastic changes: physically, intellectually, emotionally, and even spiritually. It is a natural (and good!) process of transitioning to adulthood. As homeschoolers, we have the unique ability to encourage those changes to help them along the way. They will need more sleep; they will need more time […]