Need Some Help and Encouragement? So Many Workshops – So Little Time!

Choose from Homeschooling THAT Child, Homeschooling High School, Time Management Tips, Preschool,  and more! The Southeast Homeschool Expo is committed to bringing you the most enjoyable and informative homeschool and parenting workshops ever – all under one roof

Most workshops are one hour in length, attendance is FIRST COME – FIRST SERVED basis.

THE WORKSHOP LIST IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE!

The final workshop list with dates and times will be available closer to the Expo. Until then, check out our speaker page, to learn more about our speakers.

2026 Workshop Schedule 

Workshop Listing Format:

Room Location – Workshop Title
Speaker
Company
Workshop Description

Laying Down the Rails
Sonya Shafer – Simply Charlotte Mason
Discover the secret to smooth and easy days: habit training. Learn how to instill good habits, which habits Charlotte Mason encouraged parents to cultivate in their children, and practical tips for cultivating the Top Three.

A Day In The Life of A Charlotte Mason Home School
Sonya Shafer – Simply Charlotte Mason
Walk through a typical day of a Charlotte Mason home school and discover why thousands of homeschoolers enjoy this approach. In this session, you will experience the simple and effective methods for yourself and see how doable your daily schedule can be. Learn how you can give your student an excellent education with Charlotte Mason!

Grounded and Growing in God’s Word From Preschool Through High School
Sonya Shafer – Simply Charlotte Mason
We all want our children to know and love God’s Word, but sometimes we’re not sure how to take them beyond devotionals and progress to confident, accurate self-directed study. In this session you will discover how to give your children solid Bible literacy, equip them to feed themselves from the Word, and instill in them a lifelong habit of Scripture memory with three simple, grace-filled practices to help you be intentional about getting the Word in your children and your children in the Word—from toddlers through teens.

Keep it Simple: How to Teach Your Whole Family Together
Sonya Shafer – Simply Charlotte Mason
Save time and money by teaching most school subjects to all of your students together. Join Sonya for practical strategies to lower your stress level, provide a well-rounded education, and help you and your children build sweet memories. Learn how to keep it simple by teaching your whole family together with Charlotte Mason methods!

Charlotte Mason for Special Needs
Sonya Shafer – Simply Charlotte Mason
Yes, you can use Charlotte Mason methods with a special-needs child. In fact, these methods seem tailor-made for students with autism, dyslexia, and ADHD! Sonya, who has a special-needs daughter, will walk you through more than seven school subjects and demonstrate how CM methods work brilliantly for our special kids.

Are We Raising the Last Generation That Knows How?
Kody Hanner—Homestead Education
We are the first generation of parents expected to raise children with no skills, no purpose, and no connection to how the world actually works. And we wonder why they’re struggling. In this powerful and paradigm-shifting talk, Kody Hanner challenges modern parents to take back what was stripped from us—our role as the first teachers of civilization. With raw truth and lived experience, she makes the case for reskilling the next generation through gardening, food preservation, herbal medicine, critical thinking, trades, resourcefulness, and emotional strength. This isn’t about prepping. It’s about preserving humanity. 

Raising Thinkers, Not Test Takers
Kody Hanner—Homestead Education
In this powerful approach to guiding our kids, educator and homesteader Kody Hanner shares how families can ditch the busywork and raise kids through purpose-driven, child-led learning that mirrors the way life actually works. From gardening and livestock to project-based science and everyday critical thinking, this talk explores how agriculture is more than mud pies and plant parts. It’s a foundation for learning resilience, innovation, biology, ecology, and independence.

Diversifying Your Homestead Business
Kody Hanner—Homestead Education
With over 20 years of experience in small business, including the agriculture and food industries, Kody works with homesteaders on the steps of sorting through the overwhelm to choose the best income-producing product or service for their homestead.

Redefining Ag: Why Agriculture Education Doesn’t Have to Be Conventional
Kody Hanner—Homestead Education

For too long, agriculture education has been defined by row crops, feedlots, and conventional vocational models—but that’s not what most of us are living. And it’s not what the next generation needs. In this bold and practical talk, curriculum developer and homesteader Kody Hanner challenges what we’ve accepted as “real” ag education—and makes the case for a new kind of agriculture rooted in sustainability, self-sufficiency, and purpose- driven family life.

Help! My Kid Just Doesn’t Get Math
Katherine Hannon – Master Books

Have a child who just doesn’t seem to get math? Does memorizing multiplication facts feel like an impossible feat? How do you prepare your child for algebra and high school math? Come be encouraged and equipped to help your child make sense out of math. Kate has both researched math for more than two decades and experienced the overwhelming seeming impossibility of teaching a child math whose brain didn’t learn traditionally (and the joy of finding ways that worked).

Making Sense of High School Math
Katherine Hannon – Master Books

Why are there letters in math books? Upper math can be intimidating to teach, as many parents struggled with it themselves. This workshop will give you the big picture of what algebra and geometry are all about, along with strategies to help your students.

Efficient Homekeeping and Homeschooling: How to Keep a Tidy House in All the Homeschool Chaos 
Jessy Fagerstrom – Wild + Free

Between math lessons, snack times, and science projects, does it feel like your house is always one step away from disaster? In this workshop, you’ll discover simple, sustainable strategies to keep your home (and school!) running smoothly without adding stress to your day. From quick-clean routines to kid-friendly systems, you’ll walk away with practical tools to create a home that feels peaceful, welcoming, and ready for learning.

Homeschool Celebrations: Turning Holidays Into Learning Adventures
Jessy Fagerstrom – Wild + Free

Make every holiday sparkle with meaning, joy, and learning! In this workshop, you’ll discover how to turn celebrations like Christmas, Easter, and even quirky little holidays into rich opportunities for connection and hands-on learning. From themed activities to simple traditions, you’ll leave with creative, practical ideas to weave holiday magic into your homeschool year.

Inspiring Lifelong Readers: Creating a Culture of Reading at Home
Jessy Fagerstrom – Wild + Free

Discover reading time adventure with low-prep projects and experiences that tie books to real life. Learn how to build miniature story-worlds, create crafts, experiments, and themed cooking. We’ll also indulge in a touch of theater! You can cultivate a home atmosphere where books become exciting and even the most reluctant readers are drawn into the magic. Whether your kids are just learning their letters or diving into chapter books, reading doesn’t have to feel like another subject on the homeschool checklist. This workshop teaches you how to transform reading into a family experience filled with creativity and connection.

Wake Up to Wonder: Create a Life-Giving Morning Time
Jessy Fagerstrom – Wild + Free

Imagine starting your homeschool days with beauty, connection, and joy instead of chaos and complaints. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to design a Morning Time routine that truly works for your family—whether you have little ones with short attention spans or big kids with busy schedules. As a special bonus, will lead an in-person Morning Time with her own family so that you can see a real routine in action! You’ll leave with practical, low-prep ideas for read-alouds, music, memory work, and meaningful conversations that will spark curiosity and make mornings the best part of your homeschool day. Hint: Even if you joined her last year for this workshop, come along again! She has more to share!

You’ve Probably Been Doing Language Arts All Wrong
Dachelle McVey – Literary Adventures for kids

You’ve bought the grammar workbook. You’ve made your kid write the five-paragraph essay. You’ve tried to follow the formula… and it still feels like something’s not working. What if the problem isn’t you—it’s the system you were told to follow? In this session, Dachelle McVey, homeschool mom and founder of Literary Adventures for Kids, is here to challenge everything you thought you knew about teaching language arts. She’ll show you why traditional methods often backfire, what actually counts as meaningful learning, and how you can build strong readers and writers without all the busywork. You’ll discover: *Why the traditional approach to language arts is burning out homeschool moms (and their kids) *What real-world reading, writing, grammar, and communication skills look like across all ages *Simple, effective ways to build a love of language without forcing formal curriculum If you’ve ever wondered, “Is this even working?” this session will help you reset, rethink, and reclaim a better way to teach language arts.

The Joy of Poetry Teatime: A Gentle Approach to Exploring Poetry with Your Kids
Dachelle McVey – Literary Adventures for kids

It’s a Poetry Teatime for Everyone! Join us for a poetry teatime without the work. Sip tea, enjoy delicious treats, and share in the joy of poetry as Dachelle McVey hosts an interactive Poetry Teatime. Together we’ll read poems, try a little writing of our own, and experience how simple it can be to bring enchantment into our homeschool days. You’ll leave inspired and ready to recreate this delightful tradition with your own family.

Mapping Out High School: A Practical Guide to Homeschooling with Confidence
Dachelle McVey – Literary Adventures for Kids

Feeling overwhelmed by the thought of homeschooling high school? You’re not alone! Planning high school doesn’t have to be stressful or complicated. In this session, Dachelle McVey of Literary Adventures for Kids will break down the process into simple, manageable steps so you can confidently guide your teen through their high school years—without drowning in requirements or second-guessing your choices. She’ll cover key strategies for creating a flexible high school plan that grows with your teen, choosing curriculum that actually works for your family, and balancing core subjects with electives and passions. You’ll walk away with a clear roadmap and the confidence to homeschool high school your way!

What I Wish My Mom Knew About Anxiety
Hannah Henn

It can be hard to understand your child with anxiety. How do you respond when your child or teen is in the midst of a struggle? Join Hannah, a homeschool graduate, as she talks about her experience growing up with anxiety and how she now manages things like big concerts and family gatherings. She’ll share what her mother did that was helpful, and what made the moment worse.

Our Neurodivergent Homeschool Story: A Mother/Daughter Perspective  
Jennifer and Hannah Henn – The Homeschooler’s Helper 

Hannah Henn, a homeschool graduate, shares the stage with her mother, Jennifer, and speaks candidly from firsthand experience. From elementary school through high school graduation, they will share the victories and struggles of navigating sensory issues, social interactions, anxiety, and learning challenges. This presentation is designed for homeschool parents seeking an understanding of neurodivergent needs. 

Growing Into Homeschooling: How to Start When You’re Unsure
Jennifer Henn – The Homeschooler’s Helper

You don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. Whether you’re still weighing the decision, just getting started, or already in it and wondering if you’re doing it right — this workshop was made for you. Join Jennifer Henn for a helpful conversation about what it really looks like to start homeschooling, bringing honest guidance for real families. Together we’ll talk about what actually matters when starting out, how much time homeschooling will realistically require, and how to identify the approach that fits your family’s unique rhythm. You’ll leave with more clarity and confidence to start where you are — not where you think you should be. Your questions are welcome here. Bring them.

When Relationships Matter More Than Finishing the Lesson

Jennifer Henn – The Homeschooler’s Helper

In this workshop, Jennifer Henn discusses why children naturally resist what’s good for them, how your attitude shapes their joy in learning, and most importantly—how to separate frustration with academic progress from frustration with your child. This workshop offers encouragement for these crucial yet challenging aspects of homeschooling. Because missed assignments are easier to recover from than relationship hurts.

When Sitting Still Isn’t Working: Movement and Hands-On Learning for Productive Homeschool Days
Jennifer Henn – The Homeschooler’s Helper

Your child announces the work is boring before the lesson even starts. You’ve repeated the instructions, offered a reward, and now he’s staring outside. This isn’t a discipline problem — it’s a learning style problem. And there’s a better approach. In this workshop, Jennifer Henn introduces kinesthetic learning — using movement and hands-on tools to help your child engage, retain, and enjoy the process. The best part? You don’t need additional curriculum to make it work. You’ll leave with specific, ready-to-use strategies for bringing learning to life that lead to more progress and better days.

Stop Fighting With Your Kids
Jennifer Henn – The Homeschooler’s Helper

You love your kids. You chose this. So why do some days feel like a battlefield? Curriculum won’t solve attitude problems — yours or theirs. You can plan the perfect school day and still find yourself in a power struggle by 9am. What you really need isn’t a better lesson plan. It’s a better connection. In this transparent and relatable session, Jennifer Henn shares how she recognized her own bad habits, made some hard changes, and rebuilt genuine connection with her kids — and how you can too. Come ready for honest conversation about getting the schoolwork done while enjoying the people you’re doing it with.

Navigating Georgia’s Dual Enrollment Program
Jessica Mills – Toccoa Falls College

College courses, taught from a Christ-centered worldview, are available to Georgia homeschoolers for free! Join us for a walkthrough of the ins and outs of dual enrollment. Topics covered will include a detailed explanation of state funding regulations, admissions requirements, how to decide if dual enrollment is the right choice for your family, how to select a college and specific courses, navigating the GAFutures website as a homeschool administrator, and more!

College Prep 101: Master the Art of Note-taking
Pruitt – Harding University/Making the Grade 

Let Captain College help transform your academic future forever, whether you are a student or a parent wanting to capture the essence of Life. These extremely practical tips on note-taking will propel your education from a casual learner – like most students, to becoming a Student of Excellence.

A Beautiful, Honorable, Workable, Family Plan for Dating/Courtship!
Irvine – The Etiquette Factory

Parents, you don’t want to miss this. Yes, if your child is only 5, you still need to come. The sooner mom and dad know the plan, the sooner your conversations with your children are transformed into prepping them for what’s to come. Parents, so often, Christian, conservative families, wait way too long to create a plan and the results of waiting until you think your child is ready, can be devastatingly too late. This doesn’t have to be scary. But, you do need a plan. Let’s talk about it!

Raising Ladies & Gentlemen who Live with Honor in a Broken World
Monica Irvine – The Etiquette Factory

To live with Honor requires sacrifice and today, our society continues to strip away opportunities for our children to practice placing others first. Moms, dads, in order to raise good humans, we must parent every day with purpose. Come and listen to master motivator, Monica Irvine, as she shares with you the key to raising children who become adults that honor their commitments, give others the benefit of a doubt, strive to look outward instead of being focused on self and have impeccable manners. You will be so grateful that you came and you will leave this workshop changed.

Beyond Textbooks: Nurturing the Whole Child in Your Homeschool
Kathy Eggers – Play Skillfully

Homeschooling goes beyond academics. Discover how to cultivate your child’s intellectual, emotional, social, and physical well-being, fostering resilience, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. We’ll explore practical strategies to integrate character building, life skills, emotional intelligence, and diverse experiences into your homeschool journey, ensuring your child thrives in every aspect of life.

Play Beyond Preschool
Kathy Eggers – Play Skillfully

As homeschoolers move past the early years, how can we continue to harness the incredible power of play? This talk delves into how intentional, age-appropriate play experiences are not just fun, but essential for fostering advanced cognitive skills, innovation, and resilience in your older children. Learn how to integrate “big kid” play – from strategic games and creative projects to real-world exploration and collaborative challenges – to enhance critical thinking, solidify complex concepts, and support emotional well-being, ensuring a vibrant and effective homeschool journey.

What Every Mother (and Father) of a Preschooler Needs to Know
Kathy Eggers – Play Skillfully

Your child’s early years are fleeting, yet profoundly impactful. This essential talk for parents will reveal how the seemingly small moments and choices you make today are actively shaping your child’s future memories, self-perception, and worldview. We’ll explore the science behind early childhood memory formation and offer practical, heartwarming strategies to create a rich tapestry of experiences that foster joy, resilience, and a strong foundation for a lifetime of learning and connection. Bring some tissues as we uncover how your presence and intentionality right now makes all the difference for tomorrow.

The Truth About Gentle Parenting: Separating Fact from Fiction
Kathy Eggers – Play Skillfully

Does gentle parenting sound like a buzzword for permissive parenting? Are you worried it means no rules, no discipline, and kids running the show? You’re not alone. This workshop is designed to clear up the most common misconceptions and reveal what gentle parenting truly is. We’ll break down the myths and give you a practical understanding of how to set firm, loving boundaries, coach emotional regulation, and foster an environment of respectful communication. You’ll leave with a clear roadmap for creating a peaceful and joyful homeschool, all without sacrificing discipline.

From Distraction to Discovery: Including Your Baby and Toddlers in Your Homeschool
Kathy Eggers – Play Skillfully

From Distraction to Discovery: Including Your Baby and Toddlers in Your Homeschool
  -Workshop Description: It’s a common feeling among homeschooling parents that infants and toddlers are obstacles to “real” learning. This workshop will transform that mindset. In this workshop, Kathy will provide a clear, practical guide to integrating your littlest one into your family’s routine without adding stress. Learn how to use developmentally appropriate activities and play-based opportunities to fuel their development from the very beginning. Kathy will share plenty of low-prep, high-impact ideas that will not only help your baby grow but also help you feel more connected to them. Stop juggling and start including.

The Early Years: The Science-Backed Benefits of Play for Brain Development
Kathy Eggers – Play Skillfully

Play isn’t just fun – it’s a powerful tool for building strong, healthy brains! In this session, homeschool parents will explore the fascinating science behind how play fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and emotional regulation. Learn practical strategies to integrate impactful play into your homeschool routine, setting your child up for lifelong success.

Raising Servant Leaders in a Selfie World
Angela Pilcher – Unite Homeschool Network

In a culture captivated by self-promotion, raising children to be servant leaders is both a biblical calling and a practical challenge for Christian homeschool parents. This talk will explore how to instill Christ-like humility, compassion, and purpose in your children, equipping them to shine as lights in a selfie-obsessed world. Through Scripture and actionable strategies, you’ll be encouraged to nurture hearts that seek to serve others and glorify God.

Homeschooling on a Budget Without Sacrificing Quality
Angela Pilcher – Unite Homeschool Network

Homeschooling on a budget doesn’t mean compromising on a rich, meaningful education for your children. This talk will share practical, creative strategies to access high-quality resources, curriculum, and community support without breaking the bank. Discover how to steward your finances wisely while nurturing your child’s academic and spiritual growth with confidence.

Exploring Down South
Kayla Knicely & Kat Wilhite – Homeschooling Down South

The Southeast is full of adventures waiting for homeschool families! In this session,
you’ll learn about our favorite nature spots and homeschool-specific experiences – all
within a two-hour drive of Atlanta. You’ll get the inside scoop on how to find them, tips
for planning, and advice for deciding what to say, “yes” to, and when to guard your time.
Whether your family loves the outdoors or is looking for curated, hands-on programs,
you’ll leave this session with a bucket list of tried-and-true excursions for the
homeschool year ahead.

Cultivating Community Down South
Kayla Knicely & Kat Wilhite – Homeschooling Down South

Homeschool co-ops, nature groups, and classes – oh my! Homeschool families
have no shortage of community opportunities, but sometimes the choices can feel
overwhelming. This session will de-mystify the options. You’ll learn about some of the
amazing programs happening in our region, and help you identify what kind of
community might be a good fit for your family in the coming season. Who knows!?
Maybe you’ll be inspired to create something new! One thing is certain, you’ll leave this
session excited to celebrate with the vibrant community here in the Southeast.

Canceling the Comparison
Kayla Knicely & Kat Wilhite – Homeschooling Down South

You are the most important innovator for your homeschool, but how do we cancel the comparison we often feel? Homeschooling isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is your journey. How do we turn off the noise while still tuning into regional homeschool innovators whose knowledge can offer wisdom? In this session you’ll learn how to quiet the noise, embrace your role as the expert, and find the voices that encourage and inspire you. You’ll hear insights from interviews conducted with southern homeschool trail-blazers and learn practical ways to recognize what (and who) is worth tuning into – so you can confidently let go of the rest.

Live the Story: Mastering the Art of Read Aloud
Kat Wilhite – Homeschooling Down South

You’ve heard the persuasive evidence encouraging you to read aloud to your kids, but
wonder: how do I do it!? Reading aloud is compelling, but the suggestion doesn’t come
with an instruction manual. Your read-aloud support is here! In this session, you’ll be
immersed in read-alouds, and then you’ll peek behind the curtain to learn the
read-aloud secrets. You’ll learn how to cultivate an environment for reading aloud,
choose books for your crew of listeners, and, of course, how to feel confident in your
read-aloud skills, like dynamic reading and those pesky voices and sound effects. You’ll
leave this workshop with practical tips to create a read-aloud culture in your home.

Building a Solid Math Foundation—Because Confidence Matters
Kathleen MacGregor – Right Start Math

Just like a house needs a strong foundation to stand tall, children need a solid base in math to tackle more complex ideas with confidence. Without a solid foundation, things can start to crumble. In this session, you’ll learn simple, effective ways to teach math from the ground up, helping children understand the basics in a way that builds their confidence. When kids have a solid math foundation, they don’t just get the right answers—they feel empowered to keep growing, trying, and even enjoying math as they advance to more challenging concepts.

Kids Who Learn Differently and the Parents Who Want Answers!
Kathleen MacGregor – Right Start Math

Teaching math can be tough, especially when your child learns differently. Whether your child has a learning difference, struggles with math anxiety, or simply doesn’t grasp math the traditional way, you’re not alone. In this encouraging and practical workshop, you’ll discover strategies that truly work for kids who need a different approach. Learn how to teach in ways that build real understanding, reduce anxiety, and foster confidence. With the right tools and support, success is not only possible—it’s within reach. Come gain insight, encouragement, and a clear path forward for your child’s learning journey.

Unlocking Your Child’s Creative Genius: From Homeschool to Shark Tank
Dwayne Walker – Sparketh Online Art Courses

Dwayne Walker went from homeschooler to Shark Tank entrepreneur by following his curiosity. In this inspiring session, he reveals practical ways to nurture your child’s creativity, curiosity, and confidence—so they can turn their passions into purpose. You’ll leave with simple strategies to help your kids thrive as innovative thinkers in any field.

Tips and Tricks for Adapting Curriculum for Special Needs Learners
Julia Nalle – Biblio Plan

What happens when your children don’t fit the mold? What happens when books and worksheets send your child into orbit? Join Julia Nalle, mother to three adopted and two biological kids, co-writer of BiblioPlan and teacher for 40-plus years, as she facilitates an honest and heartfelt discussion for parents who are scratching their heads over their struggling or special needs learners. In this session she will discuss some of the reasons why your child may be struggling and share practical, fun strategies for helping your child.

Multi-Age, Multi-Grade Without Mom Losing Her Mind
Julia Nalle – Biblio Plan

Julia Nalle is a wife, mother, licensed practical nurse, teacher, writer and co-owner of BiblioPlan. She has a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education and a Master of Arts in Religion with emphasis in Old Testament Studies, Counseling and Pastoral Ministries. Julia and her husband have five children, three of whom are adopted. Julia has 40+ years of teaching experience. With numerous years of experience teaching in classroom settings, homeschooling her own children, tutoring children with special needs, co-writing a history and literature curriculum and teaching at a co-op, Julia has encountered it all. In her sessions she loves to share with humor and down to earth honesty her heart for Classical/Charlotte Mason styled education while giving numerous practical and easy to implement ways to teach and inspire children.

5 Core Habits to Help Your Child Learn Anything
Carole Touard- Classical Conversations

Discover how you can help your child acquire the essential habits to learn anything. This talk will model these “core habits,” allowing you to experience them yourself!

5 Core Habits to Help Your Child Learn Anything
Carole Touard- Classical Conversations

Discover how you can help your child acquire the essential habits to learn anything. This talk will model these “core habits,” allowing you to experience them yourself!

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!

Those Middle Years
Cheryl Kischuk – Grounded Coaching

Middle school is a unique time full of physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional changes. Parents watch as their child grows in maturity and stature right before their eyes. Join Cheryl and her two high school-aged daughters as they share their practical advice on navigating the middle school years and coming out the other side with wonderful memories and your relationship intact. This session is especially relevant if you have a family member within the ages of 9 to 13. However, practical ideas and wisdom will be shared for all ages.

The Joy of the Lord is Your Strength
Cheryl Kischuk – Grounded Coaching

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.

Community and Accountability

Cheryl Kischuk – Grounded Coaching

Community is essential. Connecting with others will provide a unique, life-giving homeschool experience. In this session, Cheryl will equip you with how to thrive in the Atlanta in-person community as well as online options. In addition to practical insight, we’ll dive into the biblical importance of community, discover how to embrace your unique role and overcome modern barriers to connection. Cheryl shares secrets to help you and your children find a homeschool community, including how to determine the type of group that’s right for you, and common missteps to avoid.

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 in 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.

Balancing Work and Homeschooling Like a Mom Pro
Andrea Hall – Epic Homeschool Network, Inc

Are you trying to juggle homeschooling with a demanding career? It is possible to do both successfully! Learn from a mom of three who manages to homeschool while teaching at two online schools, directing a nonprofit, and running a learning solutions company. This session will provide practical strategies to help you balance work, home, and school. Get ready for an insightful and empowering discussion!

Teach a Foreign Language—Even If You Don’t Speak One
Adelaide Olguin – TalkBox Mom

Think you need to be fluent to teach your kids another language? Think again! In this eye-opening workshop, you’ll discover how to become a Fluency Family—using a foreign language in your real, everyday homeschool life from day one. You’ll learn what fluency actually is (and what it’s not), how to avoid the 3 biggest mistakes that keep families stuck, and the 8 pitfalls that quietly sabotage your child’s motivation. Whether you’re teaching preschoolers, teens, or everything in between, you’ll leave with the confidence and tools to finally move beyond flashcards and grammar drills—and start using a foreign language with your family every single day.

Leave the Homeschool Room – Travel the World
Adelaide Olguin – TalkBox Mom

What if travel wasn’t just a dream… but one of the most impactful parts of your homeschool? In this energizing and practical workshop, we’ll tackle the seven biggest roadblocks that keep homeschool families from taking the leap into travel. Whether it’s money, fear, scheduling, or logistics, you’ll see how each one can be solved—and how travel can become one of the most transformational tools in your homeschool. You’ll learn how to use points and perks to book thousands of dollars in free travel, how to create learning-rich experiences for every age, and how to make it all doable—on your terms, with your values, and for your real family. If you’ve ever dreamed of turning the world into your classroom, this is where it begins.

Escape Homeschool Burnout for Good
Adelaide Olguin – TalkBox Mom

You imagined your homeschool would feel full of purpose, connection, and joy—but now it feels like a constant struggle. Between outside pressures, self-imposed expectations, and resistance from your kids, you’re overwhelmed, exhausted, and wondering how things got so far off track. This isn’t what you signed up for… and it’s definitely not what you dreamed. This workshop is your turning point. You’ll walk away with a completely personalized homeschool model—crafted by you and for you—that brings clarity, energy, and joy back into your days. If you’ve been waiting for the moment everything changes, this is it.

Making Sense of High School Math
Katherine Hannon – Master Books

Why are there letters in math books? Upper math can be intimidating to teach, as many parents struggled with it themselves. This workshop will give you the big picture of what algebra and geometry are all about, along with strategies to help your students.

Is your child using AI effectively? A Parent’s guide to learning tools

Stephen Souders – MYTEK Lab

Homeschool parents are asking important questions: Is AI helping my child learn… or replacing their thinking? Should we even be using AI at all? This workshop offers clear, practical guidance for families who are curious, cautious, or already navigating AI at home. You’ll learn what healthy, responsible AI use looks like in a real learning environment and where the pitfalls are. Alongside Mr MYTEK, a current student will participate in the session, sharing examples of how she uses AI as a learning tool (not a shortcut) and what that looks like in practice. We’ll explore: How AI can support brainstorming, understanding concepts, and problem-solving How to spot when AI is hurting learning instead of helping What age-appropriate, responsible AI habits look like How to introduce or reset AI use as a learning enhancer, not a replacement You’ll leave with practical strategies, simple guidelines, and greater confidence in deciding if, and how, AI fits into your homeschool.

Structure Without Stress: How to Plan Your Year with Flexibility
Andi Elliott – Homeschool Builders

Homeschool planning often feels like dreaming big and then crashing into reality. This workshop will help you get real about what you can actually accomplish in a year—without guilt or overwhelm. Learn how to set realistic goals, build a flexible framework, and focus on steady progress instead of chasing perfection. We’ll explore how to create rhythms that work for your family, adjust plans when life throws curveballs, and still finish the year with a sense of accomplishment. Walk away with tools to plan confidently, flex when needed, and homeschool with peace of mind.

More Than Smart: Homeschooling and Understanding Gifted Kids
Andi Elliott – Homeschool Builders

Gifted children bring incredible strengths—and unique challenges. They can be highly curious, intense, asynchronous in their development, and often feel different or misunderstood. In this workshop, we’ll explore what it really means to be “gifted,” how to support both their strengths and struggles, and practical strategies for helping them feel accepted and thrive without burning yourself out. From managing perfectionism and big emotions to building confidence and belonging, you’ll leave with tools to nurture your child’s potential while keeping your homeschool joyful and balanced.

Foreign Language that your kids will actually love: How American Sign Language empowers Language Learning at Home
Angela Ashworth – ASL Virtual Academy

In this engaging session, we explore why traditional spoken language classes often fall short for homeschool families—and how American Sign Language (ASL) offers a game-changing alternative. You’ll learn: Why traditional world language learning (textbooks, Duolingo, etc.) often leads to frustration and forgetfulness, How ASL’s visual, kinesthetic, and intuitive nature makes it ideal for a wide range of learners—including those with ADHD, dyslexia, or auditory processing challenges What to look for in a real, accredited ASL course that meets foreign language credit standards (hint: it’s not just YouTube), How ASL Virtual Academy provides high school and dual enrollment credit through a flexible, structured, feedback-rich online platform. Join us to discover how ASL can help your student earn credit, build confidence, and gain a practical, meaningful skill—plus get access to exclusive convention discounts!

Parenting Late Teens/Young Adults—Moving from Parenting to Parents
Sam Doyle and Jasmine Evans

There are many challenges and unknowns are your teens navigate next steps and their next season. Challenges for them and challenges for YOU! You are moving from hands-on parenting to being “just parents”. Sam and Jasmine help you work through your ever changing role in the lives of your teens and young adults.

Parenting Transitions–from childhood to teens
Sam Doyle and Jasmine Evans

Your child is growing up–PAY ATTENTION! The time is flying. Their changing. Your changing. They are starting to make their own choices (friends, habits, and reactions to you). Sam and Jasmine will help you work through some of these challenges and will encourage you with reassurance.

The Lukeion Project: Classical Education Expertly Taught Live Online
Amy E. Barr – The Lukeion Project

Founded by Classical archaeologists Regan & Amy Barr in 2005, The Lukeion Project celebrates 20 years of excellence. Having excavated for a decade in Jordan, Greece, and at the historic site of the Trojan War, the Barrs had a dream to make expertly taught Classical education accessible to all middle- and high-schoolers. Now with multiple instructors and students on 6 continents, The Lukeion Project offers more Golden Latin and Classical Greek than any other online program. We also offer multiple courses in Classical history and literature, AP© classes, academic and creative writing, Tolkien, Shakespeare, logic, and Classical philosophy. Join us to hear about our educational philosophy and what our students have accomplished.

5 Core Habits to Help Your Child Learn Anything
Carole Touard – Classical Conversations

Discover how you can help your child acquire the essential habits to learn anything. This talk will model these “core habits,” allowing you to experience them yourself!

5 Core Habits to Help Your Child Learn Anything
Carole Touard – Classical Conversations

Discover how you can help your child acquire the essential habits to learn anything. This talk will model these “core habits,” allowing you to experience them yourself!

Raising Curious Learners: Teaching Science Through Story, Sourdough & Everyday Wonder
Laura Payne Markert, Ph.D. – Home Grown Stories

How do we raise children who are genuinely curious about science? In this practical session, Laura Payne Markert, Ph.D., shares how to teach meaningful science at home using story, sourdough, and everyday experiences. Parents will learn how beneficial microbes, simple kitchen experiments, and literature can work together to deepen understanding without overwhelming curriculum. Walk away with concrete ideas you can implement immediately in your homeschool.

Funding the Future: Smart Money Strategies for Homeschool Families
M.L. Williams Jr. – Capitol Choice

Homeschooling is an intentional investment in your child’s future – but are you confident in your college savings strategy? In this practical and encouraging session, we’ll walk through college savings options for homeschool families, including how 529 or ABLE plans work and simple strategies to begin preparing now, no matter your child’s age. We’ll also briefly share how some homeschool parents choose to deepen their financial education and create flexible, part-time income while helping other families plan ahead. You’ll leave with clarity, practical next steps, and a broader perspective on what’s possible.

From Piggy Banks to Profit & Loss: Raising Financially Confident Families
Bev Ottone – Money Ready

What if the most powerful financial lesson your child ever learns comes from you? In this engaging 45-minute workshop, award-winning bookkeeper and homeschool mom Bev Ottone breaks down financial education in a way that works for every age — from teaching your kids the basics of earning, saving, and spending wisely, to understanding the numbers behind running a small business. Whether you’re raising a future entrepreneur, managing a side hustle from home, or simply trying to make your money work harder for your family, this session will give you practical tools and real confidence to start the conversations that matter most. You’ll walk away with: Simple, age-appropriate ways to teach kids about money at home A clear picture of the financial basics every small business owner needs to know Strategies to build a money-smart household — no accounting degree required Financial literacy isn’t just a school subject. It’s a life skill — and it starts right where you are.

Your Teen Isn’t The Problem (And Neither are You)
Mary Aldrich – Supermom School

Supermom Systems for Navigating the Teen Years without Losing your Mind The teen years can feel confusing, emotional, and a little unpredictable—but they’re also the bridge to adulthood and the relationship you’re building for life. In this humorous “real life” workshop, you’ll learn how to shift from managing behavior to coaching your teen with calm, confident leadership. Get prepared to support their independence, strengthen your communication, and build lasting trust and connection.

How to Teach Kids Who Blow Things Up Without Dying
Mary Aldrich – Supermom School

Supermom Systems for Raising Creative, Intense Kids Raising intense, creative kids can feel chaotic—but you’re not the problem, and neither are they. In this fun and practical workshop, discover simple Supermom Systems that bring calm, clarity, and confidence to your homeschool. If you’ve been missing a piece, this might just be it.

Help and Hope for Dyslexia and Reading Challenges: Treating the Root Cause
Becky MacCredie – The Nectar Group

When a child cannot read fluently and effortlessly, learning becomes difficult, frustrating, and even discouraging. Many parents of struggling readers are told that dyslexia and reading difficulties are issues they must work around and struggle with for the rest of their lives. The good news is that this is not true; real help is available. There is hope for treating the root causes of reading difficulties and disabilities. You will gain an understanding of how to help your child overcome all types of reading difficulties through the latest research in neuroscience. We’ll explain interventions that address the underlying causes, allowing for dyslexia to be overcome rather than just teaching them to read and work with their dyslexia.

Participants will learn: The definition of dyslexia and other reading challenges, what dyslexia looks like on brain imaging, how dyslexia is diagnosed, and treatments for dyslexia and reading challenges.

Beyond ADHD Symptoms: Exploring causes, understanding holistic treatments, and mastering learning strategies to treat the whole child
Becky MacCredie – The Nectar Group

The focus of most support for ADHD is based on symptom management. The good news is that there are effective ways to treat the causes of ADHD! Join us to learn everything you need to know about ADHD. We’ll touch on symptoms and accurate diagnosis and then dive into research-based treatments options that work. Finally, we’ll share learning strategies for the ADHD brain that you can implement as parent and teacher. Participants will understand the root causes of ADHD along with symptoms and diagnosis, explore non-medication treatments that work, including nutritional interventions, and learn strategies to help your student with ADHD navigate learning in any environment.