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May 25-31, 2008 |
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Annual Homeschool Hike/Bike Event |
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All across the United States |
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This event started in the spring of 2005 and is now an annual event. It was started to unite homeschoolers across America and promote awareness that homeschoolers do lead active lifestyles as well as socializing with others. You may participate by setting up a hike or bike in your area in a place for homeschoolers to attend, or you may attend the event already set up in our area.
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May 30-31, 2008 |
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SCOPE Conference & Curriculum Fair |
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Fair Oaks Presbyterian Church, Fair Oaks, California |
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Conference features informational workshops and sessions, along with a vendor exhibition area. |
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June 13-14, 2008 |
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CHEFA Annual Convention |
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Riverpark Bible Church, Fresno, CA |
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This year's convention will offer approximately 50 vendor booths and 24 workshops. |
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July 10-12, 2008 |
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Annual Christian Home Educators Convention |
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Long Beach Convention Center, Long Beach, California |
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The Annual Christian Home Educators Convention features speakers, including keynote speaker, Ken Ham, along with workshops, activities for the kids, an exhibition/vendor ahll, and much more. |
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July 25-26, 2008 |
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Annual Home Education Convention |
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Modesto Center Plaza, Modesto, CA |
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This annual convention features the largest gathering of exhibitors in Northern California, along with workshops and activities for parents, teens, and the entire family. |
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Getting the Most Out of Your Homeschool Conference |
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A great primer on how to get the most out of attending a homeschool conference. Details who should go with you, how to prepare for the event, convention manners, what to expect at the convention, networking opportunities, and what to do once the conference is over. |
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Homeschool Conferences and the Homeschool Dad |
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Scott W. Somerville |
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A homeschooling father recounts his views of why it is important to periodically attend homeschool conferences, including how they can recharge you and add "fertilizer" to your life. |
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Should Christians Attend Secular Homeschool Conferences? |
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Beverly S. Kreuger |
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A Christian homeschooling mom talks about the issue of Christians attending secular homeschool conferences. She relates her own personal experience of attending the Homeschool Association of California conference, and how it expanded her perception of this type of event. She also gives some caveats for those who are concerned about what they or their teens might hear at a secular conference. |
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Thinking of Attending a Homeschool Conference? |
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Julie Woolfolk |
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A veteran homeschooling mom shares her tips and ideas for preparing to attend a homeschool conference. Learn why you should attend a conference, the types of conferences available, how to prepare for the day or weekend, and what you will find when you are at the conference. |
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Why Attend a Homeschool Convention? |
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Some great reasons for attending a homeschool convention, including fellowship, encouragement, educating yourself, and getting to take a look at new curriculum. |
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