2010 Schedule

PRINTABLE VERSION

Friday

Saturday

2:00
3:00-4:00
4:30-5:30
6:00-8:00
9:00

Registration & Vendor Hall Opens
Session 1
Session 2
Free General Session
Vendor Hall Closes

8:30
9:00-10:00
10:30-11:30
11:30-12:30
12:30-1:30
2:00-3:00
6:00

Registration & Vendor Hall Opens
Session 1
Session 2
Lunch (Vendor Hall Remains Open)
Session 3
Session 4
Vendor Hall Closes
End of Tri-Counties Homeschool Convention

2010 Speaker Schedule

Friday
Registration and Vendor Hall Open at 2:00

	Sanctuary	Room 25	Room 24	Room 1	Room 2	Room 4
3‐4:00		Lisa Kjeldgaard “Beginning Homeschooling”	Darren Jones “The History of Homeschooling”	Woody Robertson “Education the Founding Fathers’ Way”		Exposing the Trojan Horse
4:30‐5:30		Kendra Fletcher “Choosing Curriculum”	Carlita Boyles "Real Learning using Real-Life Methods" Vendor Workshop	Cindy Quilici, “WOW, I Want My Kids To Do That” Vendor Workshop	Marcia Brim “5,000 Years of History in 60 Minutes”	Homeschool Drop Outs
6‐8:00 General Session	Jim Davis, FPM Voddie Baucham “Culture Wars”
9:00	Vendor Hall Closes

Saturday
Registration and Vendor Hall Open at 8:30

	Sanctuary	Room 25	Room 24	Room 1	Room 2	Room 4
9‐10:00	Voddie Baucham “Biblical Manhood”	Dawna Wiemeyer "Homeschooling for the Long Haul: Tips and Tools"	Carissa Ruiz “Math Solutions”	Woody Robertson “Your College Degree: Faster, for Less, For Sure!”		Exposing the Trojan Horse
10:30‐11:30		Kendra Fletcher “Science for Mom’s Who Don’t Love Science”	Hope Nowak & Kyle Forti: "Homeschooling That Works: Our Stories"	Deborah Burns: "Start a Home-Based Medical Transcription Business" Vendor Woekshop	Marcia Brim “Raising Christian Thinkers”	Homeschool Drop Outs

Lunch 11:30‐12:30 Vendor Hall Remains Open

12:30‐1:30	Voddie Baucham “What He Must Be…If He Wants to Marry My Daughter”	Lisa Kjeldgaard “Homeschooling with Compassion”	Carlita Boyles “You are Not a Failure and Neither is Your Child”	Woody Robertson “Study Like a Genius, Unlocking Your Brain”		Exposing the Trojan Horse
2‐3:00		Kendra Fletcher “Organization for a Peaceful Home”	Carissa Ruiz “Math Games” Vendor Workshop	Woody Robertson “Life After High School, Entering the ‘Real’ World”	Jim Davis “Charter School/Home Study & Legislative Update”	Homeschool Drop Outs
3:30‐5:00 Closing Session	Darren Jones, HSLDA "The Fight for Parental Rights Today" Voddie Baucham “Parenting‐The Blessing”
6:00	Vendor Hall Closes End of Tri Counties Homeschool Convention

Dr. Voddie Baucham, Jr., Voddie Baucham Ministries “Culture Wars: How They Affect the Homeschool Family and How We Respond” There is a mighty clash of worldviews going on all around us, and there is no way to escape. Educating our children at home will only postpone the inevitable. Our children will engage the culture. The only question is, will they do so as lambs going off to slaughter, or will they be sheep among wolves who are “wise as serpents and innocent as doves”? (Matthew 10:16)	Dr. Voddie Baucham, Jr., Voddie Baucham Ministries “Biblical Manhood” The Bible has much to say about manhood. Unfortunately what we learn from culture, from our families, and sometimes even from the church does not line up with what the Bible teaches. In this session we will examine key biblical texts that will help us think differently about what it means to be a man and what it means to raise them. NOTE: While the main topic is Biblical Manhood, Voddie also discusses women’s roles in this workshop. Women are invited to attend with their husbands.
Dr. Voddie Baucham, Jr., Voddie Baucham Ministries “What He Must Be…If He Wants to Marry My Daughter” Dr. Baucham outlines ten qualities parents should look for in a son-in-law, including trustworthiness, a willingness to lead his family, an understanding of his wife’s role, and various spiritual leadership qualities. Author Voddie Baucham follows up on his popular book Family Driven Faith with this compelling apologetic of biblical manhood.	Dr. Voddie Baucham, Jr., Voddie Baucham Ministries “Parenting-The Blessing” The blessing our children can be to us and we can be to them.
Carlita Boyles, Math on the Level “Real Learning using Real-Life Methods” Does your family enjoy math? As home school educators, we can go beyond the conveyor-belt methods of classroom education. In this workshop, we will look at how to use real-life teaching techniques that encourage real learning instead of a one-size-fits-all textbook approach. We’ll also discuss how to be sure children understand what is being taught and how to achieve long-term retention using without busywork. Come learn how to better take charge of your child’s math education while making math time more effective and fun.	Carlita Boyles, Math on the Level “You are Not a Failure and Neither is Your Child” Helpful hints for teaching a child who learns differently. Are you teaching a child with learning challenges? Do you feel discouraged and overwhelmed? Whether or not there is an official diagnosis or label, many children have issues that affect how they learn. In this workshop, we’ll look at practical ways to help your homeschooling be more successful and your child learn more confidently.
Marcia Brim, Brimwood Press “5,000 Years of History in 60 Minutes” This interactive, fast-paced seminar provides a crash course in Western Civilization. By simplifying history’s scope and sequence into a single memorable story, attendees gain historical perspective from Sumerian through modern history. Teaching the flow of history is a critical component in building historical literacy in your students. Come and gain some fresh tools and insights for accomplishing this goal at home.	Marcia Brim, Brimwood Press “Raising Christian Thinkers” Helping our kids think like Christians is a daunting task in the pluralist society in which we parent. Often the greatest challenge is thinking like a Christian ourselves. The second is fear of the ideas that could tempt our children away from the truth. How do we inculcate truth and inoculate against lies? Both are essential in helping our families become salt and light in a sick and dying world. This class examines the truths that are missing from the heads of the average homeschooled child, and it discusses strategies for using lies as a teaching tool for strengthening our children’s understanding of their faith.
Deborah Burns, The Medical Transcription Service “Start a Home-Based Medical Transcription Business” Vendor Workshop Demand for medical transcriptionists is soaring! Make money part-time or full-time. If you want to choose your own hours, have a business at home, find clients easily and make great money, this class will get you started. Discover a step-by-step guide to what medical transcription is, medical transcription versus medical billing & coding, learning medical transcription simply and cost effectively, and avoiding expensive and common mistakes. You will learn about marketing your business easily, operating capital and grants; and everything you wanted to know about pricing, collections, equipment, computers & software, transcription machines, electronic files, business taxes, professional organizations, networking, employees vs subcontractors, growing your business throughout the U.S.., how to get hands-on work experience, work for services and much more. Whether you’re just exploring possibilities or are already experienced, this class is for you! Your instructor has been a medical transcriptionist for more than 20 years, operates a large MT biz and has taught for many other programs. You’ll enjoy her warmth, humor and practical advice. Any questions? Contact Deborah directly: info@medtranscription.com	Jim Davis, Family Protection Ministries General Session: “Charter School/Home Study & Legislative Update” No man’s life or property is secure while the Legislature is in session.” As private homeschooling parents we need to understand what our elected officials are doing that can affect our ability to raise our children, and be able to explain to our friends and family about how we teach our children privately at home as private schools. This workshop provides information that is important for all homeschooling parents - whether new to homeschooling, experienced homeschoolers or in any positions of leadership in private homeschool groups or organizations. Many Christian parents are seeking to train and educate their children by enrolling them in a charter school home-study program. Increasing numbers of Christians, including church leaders, are encouraging private homeschooling families to join charter schools. What does Scripture teach us about training up our children under the influence of God’s Word? Can this be accomplished in a charter school? What are some of the important issues Christian parents must consider before making any decision to enroll their children in a charter school.
Kendra Fletcher, Preschoolers and Peace “Choosing Curriculum” Confused by the choices? Overwhelmed by the vendor hall? Straightforward advice on choosing the curriculum that fits your family best, from seasoned homeschooling mom and curriculum reviewer for The Old Schoolhouse Magazine, Kendra Fletcher.	Kendra Fletcher, Preschoolers and Peace “Science for Mom’s Who Don’t Love Science” Science is a daunting subject to teach if you don’t love it or feel you don’t know a whole lot about it. Come learn about approaches to elementary science, junior high science, and even high school science from a mom just like you!
Kendra Fletcher, Preschoolers and Peace “Organization for a Peaceful Home” Homeschooling, homemaking, and juggling all of life’s other events can be quite an overwhelming task. Come learn some practical ways to maintain a peaceful atmosphere in your home while accomplishing all that God has called you to.	Kyle Forti & Hope Nowak, Forti Education "Homeschooling That Works: Our Stories" In hopes of encouraging home educators in their daily challenges with their children, Kyle and Hope share their experiences as homeschool students. The challenges they brought to their parents were many of the same real, normal challenges that many parents face daily. Hear why these two homeschool graduates know that these efforts are worthwhile. These two very different stories will show that imperfect (i.e. real) homes and persevering parents can raise up thoughtful, educated, involved, Christ-following young adults.
Darren Jones, HSLDA “The History of Homeschooling” Many new homeschoolers do not realize how dramatically homeschooling has grown and changed in the last 30 years. Come hear about the exciting victories and narrow escapes as God has worked to protect parents’ freedom to teach their children at home.	Darren Jones, HSLDA “The Fight for Parental Rights Today” The right of parents to raise their children as they see fit is under attack in all areas of our culture. What can we do about it? Darren Jones explains concrete ways you can take action!
Lisa Kjeldgaard, Compassion International “Beginning Homeschooling” Come learn from a seasoned mom, the nuts and bolts of homeschooling. We’ll look at the options for homeschooling in CA, the different methods of home education, ideas for organizing your homeschool and tips to help get you off to a great start!	Lisa Kjeldgaard, Compassion International “Homeschooling with Compassion” As homeschoolers we passionately disciple and educate our children. But how do we help them develop a heart for others? Come learn how a family of 10 integrates ministry, missions, service projects, and child sponsorship into their education. Christ came to serve and homeschooling gives us a great opportunity to follow His example and minister to widows, orphans and the poor while we’re educating. Come get practical tips on how to include ministry in your homeschooling.
Cindy Quilici, Classical Conversations “WOW, I Want My Kids To Do That” Vendor workshop Find out why families all over the country are enrolling their children in Classical Conversations Communities, and loving it!	Woody Robertson, CollegePlus! “Education the Founding Fathers’ Way” Mentors, classics, and narratives: the building blocks of our Founding Fathers’ education. With the age-segregated systems of today’s schools where children are placed on a “Conveyor Belt” and forcefully crammed information in an assembly line manner, students like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and John Quincy Adams would not stand a chance. In this powerful session you will learn how to avoid the many pitfalls inherent with the Darwinian, grade-based approach and will regain the time-tested leadership model of education that is fully integrated with Christian homeschooling, both in purpose and application.
Woody Robertson, CollegePlus! “Your College Degree: Faster, for Less, For Sure!” For many families, answering the college question is a complicated task. Oftentimes the cost, time required, inefficiencies, or negative college environment are too great an obstacle to navigate around. Sadly, many families either choose against attending college or borrow thousands of dollars to do so. In this session, attendees will discover a new, revolutionary way to earn a fully accredited bachelor’s degree for a fraction of the time and cost from home! Discover the college answer for homeschoolers.	Woody Robertson, CollegePlus! “Study Like a Genius, Unlocking Your Brain” All learning is founded on one key—the ability to take in information and then remember it. Unfortunately, most students are never taught how to effectively learn. Each school year, students spend countless hours studying, only to have the information seemingly disappear when they need it most. Whether a parent or a student, in this interactive session, you will learn how to use study tools such as speed reading and memory techniques to exponentially increase your study potential! Discover practical ways to implement memory tools such as the “peg” system and mindmaps in academics, work, or everyday life.
Woody Robertson, CollegePlus! “Life After High School, Entering the ‘Real’ World” The high school graduation gate swings wide open, and much like a stampede, students race into real life with starry eyes and determined tenacity to get ahead of the pack and win! In a day when education standards continue to plummet and the job industry becomes glutted with a lackluster and clogged employee base, how can the optimistic homeschool graduate not just dream of potential but achieve it too? How do they get a job? How do they provide for a family? This session helps your students launch into the next phase with vigor and confidence!	Carissa Ruiz,Right Start Mathematics “Math Solutions” This workshop will give the parents information on the foundations of math, and the affects of improper math instruction. She will give you tips on how to choose a good math program for your child, how to recognize signs of a child not understanding math concepts, and give you ideas on how to bring the enjoyment back to math. Come and join her for her informative class that is sure to help you in the following years of your child’s math education.
Carissa Ruiz,Right Start Mathematics “Math Games” A workshop designed to show parents that there is another way to approach math skills in a more enjoyable way, as opposed to more worksheets, flashcards, and drills. Come learn how math games actually help develop critical thinking in the mind. In this workshop, you will see that math games will teach math strategies and understanding, rather than just rote memorization. If you find that your child struggles in math, or hates math time. If you find your child can pass a math test but can’t do real life math…this workshop may be the solution you have been looking for!	Dawna Wiemeyer, Covenant Christian Academy, Touche’ Speech and Debate "Homeschooling for the Long Haul: Tips and Tools" Success in homeschooling doesn’t just happen. Goals and dreams can only be attained through hard work and a willingness to never quit. But, how do you keep going? What are some keys to conquering discouragement or the sense of being overwhelmed? How can you find joy on the journey when it is nowhere to be found? In this workshop, Dawna will share some of the keys God gave her for attitudinal victory amidst the daily sacrifices required on her homeschooling journey. With them, she was able to rise above the challenges to find fulfillment, peace and rest.
Exposing the Trojan Horse Video Government-funded programs for home educators are enticing. They provide free materials and educational experiences to home educating families. But what price do parents pay to participate in these programs? Is there a cost to the homeschooling movement? Are we welcoming a Trojan Horse into our midst through these programs? What will be the impact on the future generations of Christian home educators? Exposing a Trojan Horse interviews leaders of Christian state homeschool organizations, researchers, and parents to uncover the hidden costs of parents participating in government-funded programs for home educators. This powerful DVD exposes the dangers of government-funded homeschooling. The National Alliance of Christian Home Education Leadership is an association of Christian state homeschool organizations who support Christ-centered home education, not just for this generation, but for the generations to follow. Find an Alliance-affiliated organization in your area by visiting www.beginninghomeschooling.com.	Homeschool Dropouts Video From the producers of Return of the Daughters and Father to Son comes a revealing documentary featuring homeschool graduates who take a critical look at how to preserve the modern home education movement. Their findings may surprise you. Homeschooled children have unique advantages as well as a unique legacy. Will they build on it, or drift back into the spiritual wilderness? What will tomorrow’s homeschool graduates do with the vision, the foundation, and the freedom that their parents have provided for them? Careful research by the seven Botkin children opens a window on the true state of American homeschooled youth ages 15-30, revealing six specific sins that could lead to the death of the homeeducation experiment if not dealt with directly by second-generation Christian homeschoolers. This controversial documentary addresses the spiritual threats to the movement, and explores how faithfulness can be maintained for a hopeful future.