Steve Demme:

Our Father Who Art in Heaven - Steve shares his own experiences as the father of 4 young men, along with insights into restoring the hearts of fathers to children and vice versa. Also included are stories of famous sons and their faithful fathers, from David and Solomon to Ken Ham and his Dad.

The Family that Stays Together Stays Together - In this encouraging workshop, Steve relates the positive experiences that he and his wife have experienced raising their four sons. With plenty of humorous illustrations, Steve shares tried and proven suggestions that have enhanced their family life. With God’s help he is convinced there is hope for the family in the 21st century.

The Christian Home and Family Worship - Steve shares his successes and failures of over 20 years of working to develop the habit of incorporating family devotions into the life of his family. He also shares insights into the role of the father as the pastor of the home. With references to the habits of other notable Christians, Steve shares practical tips for teaching God’s word to children of all ages.

 Courtship and Dating - Breaking Cycles for the Next Generation - Is “courtship” unique to homeschoolers, or is it the logical extension of the life of faith? Having practiced this approach over 26 years ago, Steve shares his testimony of seeking a wife and how this is consistent with the Christian life. He also shares his observations of dating in the world and the church. Beginning with a short study of marriage in scripture, this is a timely exhortation to know to put God first and be led by the Spirit in finding a life partner.

Rick Boyer:

Making Learning Fun - Thomas Edison was one of the greatest geniuses our country ever produced. Part of the reason for his brilliance was the fact that, after attending school for only three months, he was educated at home by his mother, who believed that learning can be fun. Her philosophy paid off, as it has for thousands of other home educators who have broken free from bondage to the ‚"institutional"‚ approach and returned to natural, sensible ways of teaching. Stop making a school of yourself! This workshop gives eight simple suggestions that can revolutionize your child's learning and make home education fun for the whole family.

Teaching Character Through History - Perhaps the most important way in which children learn good character is through the example of others. Fortunately for American parents, our history is replete with people who were models of both brilliance and virtue. Rick Boyer discusses how to use the lives of giants in American history to motivate your children to aspire to greatness.

The Socialization Trap
Many home educators are intimidated by the common myth that children who are taught at home are at a disadvantage in social development. Rick Boyer draws on Scripture, scientific research and the experience of thousands of home-teaching families to show that the opposite is true. To prepare children for the real world, they need to be in the real world: family, church, and community - not locked away from society in age-segregated schools. This session will help you respond to the constant challenge: "What about socialization?"

Starting Right- Staying Right - The key to successful home schooling is to have a true understanding of what it’s all about in God’s frame of reference. Curriculum, values education, social learning and priorities are all addressed in the Bible. In this practical, encouraging presentation by Rick Boyer, you will see that God has a dynamic plan for growing up. Here’s how you as a parent can cooperate with Him in making your home a launching pad for champions!

Making a Difference: the Family Impacting Society - God has not called Christians to be influenced by society around them, but to be salt and light in that society. Every family must instill children with a sense of mission and equip them with methods to shine a light into the darkness of our community, city, and nation. 

Marilyn Boyer:

Home Educating with Babies and Toddlers and Loving It - It's a blessing but it can be stressing! Home schooling with tiny ones around the house is a special challenge, but one that many moms handle with great success. Come hear how Marilyn Boyer,mother of 14 and a home schooler of 22 years' experience, makes her little ones a valuable part of the team!

Building a Work Ethic in Your Children - In a time when young people are generally expected to be lazy and irresponsible, diligent sons and daughters stand head and shoulders above the crowd. Come and learn how to instill a heart of servanthood in your child!

Obedience From the Heart - Nothing more blesses the heart of a parent than a child who obeys consistently and willingly. Many moms and dads however, miss the mark by trying to change behavior without changing the heart. Marilyn shows why the task of the loving parent is not merely to control outward behavior, but to build godly attitudes by ministering to the spirit of the child!

Davis Carman:

Family - Our Best Apologia Ever - Apologia is a Greek word meaning “defend the faith.” In a society saturated with an evolutionary perspective, students need to be taught from a Biblical worldview. The statistics show that a very small percentage of born again believers have a worldview consistent with basic Christian doctrines. The internet, movies, music, books and other media heavily influence the thoughts, beliefs, and corresponding actions of young people. How can homeschool parents help their children stand firm with a solid Biblical worldview? Certainly one solution can be the use of good books and curricula including creation-based science curricula. The best way is by example in the context of family. Davis will explain how raising children in a family setting where Christ is worshipped and where the Word of God is the primary text can fulfill the great commission and result in generational faithfulness. Family is truly our best defense of the Christian faith

HEART Exam for Homeschool Dads - Tests and exams are a typical part of school, even homeschools. In this session, Davis helps homeschool dads take an exam - a spiritual exam of the heart. He uses the word HEART as an acronym to display truths found in the book of Malachi, which deals with very real heart issues. The topics covered by “Dr. Malachi” include relationships with both God and family. The goal is to discover the practical and faithful steps a father can take in the journey towards turning one’s heart

Homeschool Castles - Castles of old were built to last for thousands of years. Many are still standing today for visitors to admire. What are we building in our family homeschools today? Is there a manual or blueprint to follow? Why are we doing this? Will the sacrifice be worth it? In this session, Davis visits family past, present, and future analyzing trends and creating a vision for an exciting future worth working towards. All the reasons why God is moving in the homeschool community may be hard to understand in the context of present history, so it will take faith. We may not see all the fruit in our lifetime, so it will call for hope. Better start building now; your great-grand children will thank you.

HSLDA - Darren A. Jones, Staff Attorney

 Challenges for the 21st Century Homeschooler: Thirty years ago, pioneering homeschoolers faced major legal challenges that threatened the very existence of their educational programs. As homeschooling is now more popular and accepted, are there still challenges to our right to homeschool? Absolutely! Come hear Darren Jones, HSLDA attorney, discuss the current legal climate through the country and around the world.

Non-Fear Factor: It's a situation that can scare many people: the knock at the door from an investigating social worker. Being prepared and knowing your rights is crucial! Darren Jones, HSLDA attorney, will give you useful advice on how to protect your family and your homeschooling program