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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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June 13-14, 2008 |
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Immaculate Heart of Mary National Home School and Parent Conference |
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Dulles EXPO & Conference Center, Chantilly, VA |
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Featuring speakers Fr. Joseph Mary Brown, Fr. Robert Levis, Fr. Paul Scalia, Dr. Mary Kay Clark, Mrs. Virginia Seuffert, Dr. Ray Guarendi, Laura Berquist, and others. Admission is free and pre-registration is not required.
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July 11-12, 2008 |
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Northern Virginia Home Education Conference |
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Dulles Expo Center, Chantilly, VA |
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This conference features a mix of full-curriculum and subject-specific exhibitors from throughout the homeschool publishing spectrum. You'll also find an exciting and informative slate of special speakers and workshop presenters in over 50 workshops who will encourage and equip you to fulfill your role as a teacher. Whether you are seeking more information about homeschooling, are just getting started and need to find all the homeschool information you can or you are a veteran homeschool family but need to find new energy, new resources and lots of encouragement, you will find all that you need at this conference.
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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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