2010 Class Descriptions | Latter-day Saint Eastern Home Educators

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Jackie Ahrens & Luanne Lee

How to Send Your Kids to the College of Their Dreams Without Going Broke! (a mentor mom© class)

Jackie Ahrens' bio & Luanne Lee's bio
Luanne and Jackie show families how to get ahead now and develop a customized plan to meet college costs down the road. Find out if you are utilizing all of your available tax deductions and credits, learn how to lower your "out-of-pocket" costs, and discover which colleges have the best financial aid packages. Don’t be caught unprepared - educate yourself on how to pay for college in a failing economy without relying on 529 plans, expensive private student loans or raiding your retirement accounts.
Thursday 11:00 - 11:30 am

Jamie Anderson

I Know My Child Is A Genius! (a mentor mom© class)

Jamie Anderson's bio
Explore the theory of Multiple Intelligences and how we can tap into teaching our children more effectively through their preferred learning styles: Linguistically, Logically, Spatially, Bodily/Kinesthetically, Naturalistically, Musically, Interpersonally and Intrapersonally.
Thursday 10:15 - 10:45 am

Tequitia Andrews

Keep the Homeschool Fire Burning: 8 Fool-proof Remedies to Homeschool Burnout! (a mentor mom© class)

Tequitia Andrews' bio
Has your homeschool experience hit a slump? Do you lack the energy or interest to teach your kids? Are you fighting off the urge to send your kids to public schools? If so, you may be experiencing homeschool burnout! Homeschool burnout can happen during any stage of home learning, whether you're a newbie or a ten year veteran. In this class Tequitia will discuss the symptoms of this discouraging condition and offer eight fool-proof remedies.
Friday 2:00 - 2:30 pm

Beth Ashton

Integrating the Gospel into your homeschool (A mentor mom© class)

Beth Ashton's bio
After falling asleep reading the story of the 2,000 stripling warriors to your two youngest kids, you startle awake as your scriptures hit the floor. In the darkness, you quietly pull your crumpled body from your son’s stiff twin bed and softly leave their room, managing to escape the noisy toys from the full day’s play. As you brush your teeth and prepare the last minute things before bed, one question penetrates your mind and your heart. “Do my children know?” you inquire. Could they say as did Helaman’s sons did, “We do not doubt our mothers knew it?” With the busyness of life, sometimes the things that mean the most to us slip down between the cracks. Learn how to gauge your success and learn some real, workable ways to implement Gospel learning into your everyday life. In this 30-minute class, Beth will share some of her basic techniques and elaborate on ideas for integrating the Gospel into your homeschool lifestyle. Come and learn how focusing on your learning and your behavior will inspire your children to “obey and observe to perform every word of command with exactness” (Alma 57:21).
Friday 11:00 - 11:30 am

Kari Brimhall

The Road to College: A Parent's Guide or "Why didn't anyone tell me this SOONER?"(a mentor mom© class)

Kari Brimhall's bio
Looking ahead and having a master plan for the future should be at the top of your curriculum and life planning. Kari had an eye-opening experience jumping through the hoops of college applications with their first child. This is not a class on colleges or college application specifics, but how to prepare your child to be a shining college applicant. Preparing for college (both educationally and emotionally) starts long before your child's senior year! **A must for parents of middle and high schoolers and anyone headed in that direction!
Thursday 4:30 - 5:00 pm

Alan Dibb

My Grandpa, the Prophet: Learning in the Life of PResident Monson

Alan Dibb's bio
President Monson was announced as the 16th President of the Church at a news conference on February 3, 2008. Then on April 5, we sustained him as our President and also our Prophet, Seer, and Revelator. In his nearly 45 years since being called as an Apostle, we have grown to know him for his personal speaking style filled with stories and the use of passive voice. In this one-hour class, we’ll hear personal insights about the prophet from the unique perspective of his own grandson, Alan Dibb.
Friday 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Jessica Diviney

In Defiance of Dewey: Memorization and Recitation for Today’s Child (a mentor mom© class)

Jessica Diviney's bio
Though they were the foundation of classical education for centuries, memorization and recitation have gone sadly out of style. The twentieth century has witnessed the rather frightening move in American education farther and farther away from employing these time-tested means of acquiring knowledge toward a more “progressive,” experiential model. However, there are numerous reasons to support the theory that memorization and recitation are invaluable not only to the cultural education we seek for our children but also to proper neurological development. Learn why memorization is extremely worthwhile, as well as techniques to help your children memorize. Whether it’s the Gettysburg Address or Shakespeare, the date William the Conqueror won the Battle of Hastings or a list of all the prepositions in the English language, the American Presidents, geography facts, or Latin prayers, there are things worth knowing by heart—and it can be easy to do.
Thursday 2:00 - 2:30 pm

Teri Ebert

Daily Homeschool Patterns

Teri Ebert's bio
You CAN organize your house for your homeschool lifestyle! Learn how to implement family-tested daily routines that are in harmony with the natural flow of your life. Learn how to cope with cleaning, laundry, cooking, and “shtuff.” See real life at the Eberts’ through a power-point presentation, including true confessions and coping strategies of a stressed-out mom.
Thursday 9:45 - 10:45 am

High School Roads

Teri Ebert's bio
Oh, the roads that you can choose! Learn how to be a partner with your child in planning a high school path that opens doors of opportunity and admission to any college. Teri will also address the old-world idea of preparing for both a vocation and a profession by pursuing what she calls, “Life-saving Life Skills.”
Friday 9:45 - 10:45 am

Kindred Learning (vendor Workshop)

Teri Ebert's bio
Class description coming soon!
Thursday 11:30 - 12:00 pm

Millennium School - Closing Keynote

Teri Ebert's bio
What might homeschool look like in the Millennium, and how do we get there? Teri will talk about how we can create a vision and a sense of purpose in our homeschooling that will inspire us forward to Zion.
Friday 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Prodigal Children

Teri Ebert's bio
Through years of heartbreak and triumph, Teri has collected that age-old list that every parent acquires, titled “What I would do differently.” Learn from someone else’s school of hard knocks with rebellious children! Teri will share concrete homeschool experiences and ideas for doing it better—being a positive influence on your children’s agency.
Friday 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Julie Finlayson

Poetry in Motion (A mentor Mom© class)

Julie Finlayson's bio
Poetry... It's been described as "the lava of the imagination," "idiosyncratic as the spider's delicate web," and "just the evidence of life." Sounds pretty important, right? But it can also be rather intimidating. We all know we should be including poetry in our homeschools, but when the rubber hits the road, just how is that to be done? Come to this class and discover fun ways to introduce poetry into your homeschool or to enhance what you are already doing. We'll jump right into the heart of the matter, exploring a range of ideas from very simple activities to more involved projects involving various media, with some examples that you can see for yourself. Come learn how to put poetry into motion in your home!
Friday 10:15 - 10:45 am

Misty Foxley

The "why" of Homeschooling - Homeschool beginner's seminar

Misty Foxley's bio
Seventeen years ago my husband and I had an initial reason for taking, what seemed to us at the time, "a drastic measure" in bringing our first child home for his education. Looking back, we realize it was one of the finest decisions we ever made, not only for our children, but for ourselves. Yet, the initial reason for taking that first step has long ago faded and is now only a small part of why we continue to homeschool. I want to share with you the progessive understanding that came gradually and naturally as, together, my husband and I dedicated ourselves to teaching and inspiring our children. The fruits of our labors are becoming increasingly evident to us and our grown children, and the reasons now are clear and unmistakable. I'll also share with you what I've seen in other families who have chosen this same path, and how each family is blessed by this choice, according to their desire, faith, and willingness to do the best they can.
Wednesday 12:20 - 1:00 pm

Hold the Course (a Mentor Mom© class)

Misty Foxley's bio
We must think in terms of IDEALS because we are Women of Covenant - and we know we live in critical times and have a great work to do. We envision our success, and we are willing to be magnified by the Lord in all things. But every single day we cannot deny the dozens of ways that we see ourselves fall short of this ideal. It's easy, at times, to believe that no matter how hard (or fast) we work, we just aren't getting it "right." To make matters worse, we see and hear of other families succeeding and we begin to wonder if we are capable of doing the same. This is the great challenge of any person's mission in life, to continue forward even in times of great discouragement. Misty has struggled over the years with those feelings of failure and discouragement, but she has learned how to hold the course, and do so with a sense of hope and trust. Misty will share with you specific ways of dealing with the gap between the ideal homeschool and the reality of our lives.
Friday 2:45 - 3:15 pm

Jennifer Georgia

"Fun Math" – Loving Math with Your Young Child (a Mentor Mom© class)

Jennifer Georgia's bio
Numbers are symbols for quantitative reality, but the ability to think abstractly doesn’t usually develop until around age eight. Memorizing math facts is not the same as understanding what they mean, and limiting your child to arithmetic in the early grades does nothing to help him develop curiosity about math. Discover how to introduce your child to math in fun ways that lay a solid foundation for mathematical competency and increase his sense of wonder.
Thursday 1:30 - 2:00 pm

"Cool Math" – Loving Math with Your Older Child (A Mentor Mom© class)

Jennifer Georgia's bio
Educators increasingly recognize the importance of helping children build their "number sense" and "operation sense," focusing on understanding concepts rather than just memorizing a series of steps. An eclectic choice of topics drawn from recreational math, the history of math, and elsewhere can provide a rich source for increasing understanding of what math is while helping your child view himself as a "great mathematician."
Thursday 2:45 - 3:15 pm

The "How" of Homeschooling: Motivation, parenting and other issues - Homeschool Beginner's Seminar

Jennifer Georgia's bio
President Hinckley stated, "Most of us tend to be inherently lazy. [But] nothing of real substance comes without work." So how do we get our children to put forth the effort to educate themselves without turning into "Sergeant Mom"? All learning is self-learning, and desire is the best motivator. But there are things we can do to help awaken the desire to learn, and put our children on the path to attaining a quality education.
Wednesday 3:40 - 4:10 pm

Theresa Handy

The "Who" of Homeschooling - Homeschool Beginner's seminar

Theresa Handy's bio
"Who" can help me with homeschooling? You don't have to do it all by yourself. Come learn how to get dads and relatives involved in your homeschooling. We'll teach you how to get help from tutors and college professors. We'll show you ways to start a homeschool support group in your area. You're already doing the first step by coming to this conference and gleaning ideas from fellow homeschoolers that you can take home with you. You don't have to feel alone in this homeschooling journey.
Wednesday 2:30 - 3:00 pm

Kris Jensen

Internet Info: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

Kris Jensen's bio
As adults, we continue to try to keep up with the technology explosion. Since the Internet is here to stay, how can we help our children use it positively and appropriately? What safety features are out there of our use? Are there hidden dangers? What are colleges and employers looking at regularly that your children need to be aware of? Join this lively discussion and learn some tips and advice on the good, the bad and the ugly of the Internet.
Thursday 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Rebecca Keller

Critical Thinking

Rebecca Keller's bio
Dr. Keller illustrates how to build a critical thinking lens with your children that will enable them to examine in detail the claims and counterclaims made by scientists. By learning how to evaluate scientific data, we gain a better understanding of scientific processes and theories, enabling us to identify fallacies as well as truths across the broad range of science subjects.
Thursday 11:00 - 12:00 pm

Reclaiming Science for God

Rebecca Keller's bio
For most of the 20th century, science has been dominated by the philosophy of Naturalism, which is so entrenched in scientific thinking that the possibility of a real and personal God has all but vanished from the worldview of most modern scientists. But has science really revealed a world created by chance and driven by unguided random changes? Does the current body of scientific knowledge really point away from a divine Creator? In this seminar Dr. Keller will discuss how the average Christian can understand the results and implications generated by scientific studies over that last 30 years, how this information can testify of the Gospel in the marketplace of ideas, and demonstrate how the next generation of Christian kids can reclaim science for God.
Friday 9:45 - 10:45 am

Real science 4 kids

Rebecca Keller's bio
Class Description coming soon.
Thursday 9:45 - 10:15 am

Stepping Stones Towards High School and College Level Science

Rebecca Keller's bio
What foundational materials does your child really need to know to excel in upper level science courses? How can your students deal with the claims of the evolutionary worldview they will encounter from their public school counterparts, in college, in the media, and in daily life? Even more, how can you equip your child to challenge the secular culture using a solid scientific background as an ally? Dr. Keller will show you how to impart vital building blocks for science in the elementary and mid-school grades in order for your child to have a firm grasp of scientific knowledge that is broader than the traditional approach to elementary science education. By building a solid foundation in the three core foundational subjects of chemistry, biology, and physics, upper level science classes will be more enjoyable as students confidently reach the next level in their education.
Thursday 2:45 - 3:45 pm

Marsha LaFroth

The "Where" of homeschooling - HOmeschool beginner's seminar

Marsha LaFroth's bio
"Where" do I homeschool? Must I have a school room? Where do I put all my stuff? How do I stay organized? These are questions all mothers ask when they begin their homeschooling journey and there is no “right” answer. We’ll share what has worked best in our families in the hope it will give you ideas and spark inspiration of what you can do in your own.
Wednesday 2:00 - 2:30 pm

Benjamin Muhlestein

How to Teach Like the Great Master Orators

Benjamin Muhlestein's bio
Few people have learned to tap into the "Grand Master Key," the supreme foundational source of true transformational communication. The great master orators utilized this source of power as they gave orations that changed the world. Come and learn to apply this inspired principle and teach it to your youth. You will also learn to teach your youth other influential principles of oratory that will prepare them to become "The Greatest Generation of Youth Leader-Communicators in the History of the World." These principles include: 1) Unlocking the power of communication within your youth, 2) Accessing the grand master key (The Power of the Question), 3) Teaching your youth to speak with God’s power. Come join us for this life changing class in communication.
Friday 11:00 - 12:00 pm

Quintilian School of Oratory (Vendor workshop)

Benjamin Muhlestein's bio
Class Description coming soon!
Thursday 10:15 - 10:45 am

Tina Nokes

The “WHAT” of Homeschooling: Choosing the Best Curriculum for Your Family - Homeschool Beginner's seminar

Tina Nokes' bio
Are you wondering how to choose the best curriculum for your children? Have you ever wandered through a curriculum fair feeling overwhelmed and not knowing where to begin? Are you copying what is done at public school but feel that there must be a better way? Join Tina as she explores a wide range of curriculum options covering a Classical education, Charlotte Mason methods, TJEd, unit studies, unschooling, and more. You’ll leave this class knowing the best fit for you, your children, and your children’s learning styles, as well as a list of resources and direction with where to begin.
Wednesday 1:00 - 1:50 pm

Starting in the Middle: Transitioning from Public School (a Mentor Mom© class)

Tina Nokes' bio
The largest growth in homeschooling comes from families pulling out of the public schools. Some children transition smoothly, others struggle a bit. In this class you’ll learn how to prepare for the transition if you haven’t done it yet, or how to better deal with it if you’re somewhere in the middle. Tina draws from her own experiences as well as three other families who have survived “the transition,” and gives tips on how to formulate a family plan for transitioning and gain buy-in from reluctant youth.
Thursday 11:30 - 12:00 pm

Melissa Orton

Math for Smarty Pants (and other people, including moms): Using Real books to make math fun! (a mentor mom© class)

Melissa Orton's bio
A few short years ago Melissa's kids were bored with math. Today, her kids see that math has a purpose and are motivated and excited! What made the difference? A wise friend recommended the book “Math for Smarty Pants” which started her quest for fun and fabulous books that teach or reinforce math concepts. Math hasn’t been boring since! Come find out how to round out your math curriculum with these valuable gems! Melissa will share a list of recommended titles (from preschool level all the way through high school) and give you some workable, realistic ways to incorporate them into your school day.
Friday 1:30 - 2:00 pm

Daniel Peterson

What you need to teach Your children about the middle east

Daniel Peterson's bio
Many Americans are baffled by events in the Middle East, and confused by all of the foreign names and terms and movements. This class will offer a basic primer that should help to make sense of the news, and help you understand the important ideas, names and concepts your children should be familiar with.
Thursday 11:00 - 12:00 pm

why Study Ancient Languages?

Daniel Peterson's bio
Joseph Smith, though perhaps the greatest prophet of all history, nonetheless sought to deepen his understanding of the scriptures by learning Hebrew. How can a knowledge of ancient languages enhance our understanding of the Bible and other sacred texts?
Thursday 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Kelli Poll

At the Foot of the Giant

Kelli Poll's bio
A liberal arts education expands our vision and empowers us to see farther than we can on our own. Isaac Newton stated that if he had seen farther than other men it was because he had stood on the shoulders of giants. By studying the great works of the past we climb to those shoulders and enlarge our perspectives. But have you ever felt like you lacked the tools and the strength to even start that climb? Have you ever felt intimidated as you stood at the foot and looked up to a shoulder that seems miles away from where you are? If so, how will you ever get yourself up there, much less inspire your children to tackle the task? This class will present the steps for team climbing, to impact your own and your children’s education. This is "You With Them:" the views are breathtaking, come along!
Friday 11:00 - 12:00 pm

Nurturing the Foundation

Kelli Poll's bio
A strong foundation is necessary to any building project. A faulty foundation will eventually cause the destruction of the building. Foundational to a great education are great Core and Love of Learning phases. When we value and nurture the important processes of these phases, and apply the vital principles, we create the strength and support our children need to really take off in Scholar phase. Come and learn how the early phases fit together, their purposes, and gather information that will help you determine what your children need from you. You may even find that your own foundation could use some remodeling.
Thursday 2:45 - 3:45 pm

Parents as Leader-Mentors – the Grand Strategy, or How to Stop a Runaway Horse

Kelli Poll's bio
Leadership education happens when parents lead as mentors. What are the things every parent-mentor needs to know and be ready to do in order to lead their children’s education? What if they just don’t seem to listen or care? What if they are like a runaway horse and you feel like you are just hanging on for the ride? We will discuss the principles and processes of leading our families through creating an overarching strategy and using the tools of match, latch and lead. These same principles can be used to create a leadership marriage, the cornerstone of a leadership home.
Friday 2:45 - 3:45 pm

Jay Powell

The Healing Power of Music

Jay Powell's bio
This session explores techniques for de-fusing stress, anxiety, and anger in the home. We will learn how peaceful music provides a soft landing spot for the Spirit to perform its healing work.
Friday 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Andrew Pudewa

The four deadly Errors of Teaching Writing

Andrew Pudewa's bio
We’ve all suffered it at one time or another: Frustration about writing assignments. Either on the receiving end, or perhaps now on the giving end, there can be a few distinctly discouraging aspects to teaching and being taught writing. The tough questions include: What to correct and how to give a grade? How much help is too much? Isn’t the assignment clear enough? Why don’t students find their own errors? Learn and avoid four teaching mistakes that contribute to this frustration: Overcorrecting, Holding Back Help, Unclear Assignments, & Over-Expectation.
Wednesday 1:30 - 5:30 pm

Nurturing Excellent Writers & speakers - the power of linguistic patterns

Andrew Pudewa's bio
Many parents think that good readers will naturally become good writers. Others think that writing talent is just that—a natural ability—some have it; others don't. Both are myths. History and modern research show very clearly how good writers have developed. What are the two most critical things you can do as a parent to develop a high level of aptitude, from a young age and into high school? With humor and insight, Andrew will share the two easy but unbelievably powerful things you can do to build language patterns and nurture competent communicators in your family.
Wednesday 8:00 - 12:00 pm

Reaching the reluctant writer

Andrew Pudewa's bio
Many children really do not like to write. Why? This workshop will answer that basic question and teach a specific and successful method of separating the complex process of writing into the smallest possible steps, making it possible for even the most reluctant writer to produce short but complete compositions. He will be proud and motivated to write again. If you remove the problem of what to write, you will be free to help your child learn how to write, using source texts, key word outlines and “dress-up” checklists. Results guaranteed!
Wednesday 8:00 - 12:00 pm

Rebuilding your education paradigm: teaching for "freedomship"

Andrew Pudewa's bio
Escaping the "conveyor belt" approach of institutional education by which most of us were shaped isn't easy, but it has to be done. For many parents, our greatest handicap as teachers is our own education—but it need not be so. In this inspiring and empowering session, you will not only come to understand the nature and purpose of today's educational system as it was originally conceived and designed, but you will see a shining alternative path, one that develops true thinkers, leaders, and communicators—so desperately needed in today's world.
Wednesay 1:30 - 5:30 pm

Spelling and the brain

Andrew Pudewa's bio
Many children (and some adults) have difficulty learning to spell, but the difficulty may not be with the student so much as with the method of presentation. Find out in this workshop how spelling information is most efficiently stored in the brain, and why. With a greater insight into the nature of spelling and neurological function presented in this workshop, the parent/teacher will be well-equipped to meet the needs of all their children, not just the “naturally” good spellers.
Wednesay 1:30 - 5:30 pm

Teaching Boys and other children who would rather make forts all day

Andrew Pudewa's bio
Children like to do what they can do; they want to do what they think they can do, and they hate to do what they think they cannot do. If you want excited and enthusiastic children who learn well, you must understand these key laws of motivation, and focus on the essential requirement of relevancy. If it matters, children will learn it, and if it doesn’t, they won’t. This session will enlighten you with specific ways to find and create relevancy for children, even when they have no apparent interest.
Wednesday 8:00 - 12:00 pm

Liz Quist

Worldviews

Liz Quist's bio
There is no knowledge, no light, no wisdom that you are in possession of, but what you have received it from some source. - Brigham Young It's almost impossible to see a time period clearly while living in it. Join Liz Quist in an audacious attempt do just that! The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints connects us to the most vital sources for finding true knowledge, light and wisdom. What are the great sources of knowledge, true or false, teaching those in the world in our day? How can we help to lead others to greater truth? How can we increase our effectiveness in helping the Lord bring to light the things of darkness? Worldviews are made up of the sets of beliefs generally subscribed to by a society. Whether you were a Roman in A.D. 125, a Muslim in the 8th century or a Christian today, the way the elite in a specific time period answer major life questions (i.e. How do we find truth? How will the world end? Does God exist?) informs almost every aspect of society, culture and what we call "reality". It is almost impossible for us to see our own day with clarity, which makes the study of the current worldview controversial and speculative - but also interesting! Join Liz for a whirlwind 1 hr introduction to worldviews with suggestions for further reading.
Friday 9:45 - 10:45 am

Achieving A Great Scholar Phase As an Adult

Liz Quist's bio
Why is it important to have a great Scholar Phase education? How will this education help you in your personal mission? I have personally mentored over 30 adults in gaining a Scholar Phase education. Join me for a discussion of the principles of success in this important journey. The course will include: a basic review of the Phases of Education; simple but vital principles tied to achieving a great Scholar Phase education; practical ideas you can easily implement; and a toubleshooting session for class members facing the real issues of achieving a Scholar Phase education.
Thursday 9:45 - 10:45 am

Ariel Rodriguez

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Ariel Rodriguez's bio

Class Description coming soon.
Friday 8:30 - 9:30 am

Kelly Royster

Kelly Royster's bio
Elder D. Todd Christofferson said, "Here we find a standard for what should happen in our homes... Our teaching should... focus first and foremost on instilling faith in God in the rising generation." So many of us have felt inspired to bring or keep our children home for their education. If God has led you this far, let him lead you farther. You're entitled to that, the scriptures say so! Also, you brought them out of Babylon, make sure they're comfortable in Zion. Don't wait until seminary or BYU to teach them the gospel; raise LDS scholars now. Come see some of the things that have worked in the Royster family to teach gospel doctrine along with daily studies.
Friday 3:15 - 3:45 pm

Angela Smith

Scouting and Homeschooling

Angela Smith's bio
Scouts is a great program with so much to offer our sons! But there are so many requirements to "pass off" for LDS Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts in such a short amount of time – how do you fit it in with homeschool and all your other activities? This class can condense all of these awards into one ‘system’ and teach you how to work independently to help your son accomplish all that he can!
Friday 9:45 - 10:15 am

Lisa Smith

The "when" of homeschooling - Homeschool beginner's seminar

Lisa Smith's bio
"I’m already really busy, and now I’m supposed to be my kids’ teacher too?" Homeschooling is a sacrifice in some ways, but a real help in others. This class will give you ideas on how to balance your needs with those of your children, how to simplify life by meshing education with other family and church activities, and give you some tips on how schedules (daily, weekly, yearly) can make your life easier or harder – your choice.
Wednesday 3:00 - 3:30 pm

Rodney Smith

the Crisis in Higher Education

Rodney Smith's bio
Class Description coming soon!
Friday 11:00 - 12:00 pm

Betty Statnick

Questions & answers with Betty Statnick: Help for special needs parents

Betty Statnick's bio
Class description coming soon!
Friday 2:45 - 3:45 pm

Teaching Special Needs: A passel of possibilities

Betty Statnick's bio
In this class, Betty will give information about some specific tests (not just achievement tests) and tell how information from those tests can help you in teaching your child. As an outgrowth of this session, we’ll take some rabbit trails. One of those rabbit trails will be marked: “Auditory Processing Disorder—HELP!"
Friday 8:30 - 9:30 am

Chris Stewart

Your Mission, Should You Decide to Accept It: Finding & Completing Your Mission in Life - Opening Keynote

Chris Stewart's bio
By divine design, each of us has come to this world with a special mission and purpose. We have been blessed with talents and abilities to help us on our way, but that doesn’t mean the road we travel will be an easy one. Problems arise, trials beset us and Satan strives to divert us from our mission path. However, through hard work and direction from our Heavenly Father, we CAN find and fulfill our purpose. Accept the challenge to embrace your life’s mission! You have the ability to change lives, especially your own.
Thursday 8:30 - 9:30 am

The seven miracles that saved america - Why They Matter and Why We Should Have Hope.

Chris Stewart's bio
As Latter-day Saints, we understand that America is a special place, preserved through the ages to play a pivotal role in the history of the world. For millions around the world, our country and Constitution have provided hope and the dream of liberty to those suffering from oppression. Because of this unique mission, from time to time we can clearly see evidence of God’s intervening hand sustaining and upholding our nation. Although we are certainly not perfect, come explore why America is still, as Abraham Lincoln said, “the last best hope of man.”
Thursday 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Yvonne Swinson

Yvonne Swinson's bio
With five children born in 10 years, Yvonne knows what it means to have little ones under foot. If you've ever wondered how to get the school work done with a "terrible two" under foot and a baby on your hip, this is the class for you. Learn about some handy devices, homeschool methods and scheduling strategies that will help you survive this challenging time.
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Thursday 9:45 - 10:45 am

Yvonne Swinson's bio
Sometimes, as LDS women, and especially as homeschooling LDS mothers, we feel an intense pressure to be perfect. Too often at the end of the day, we feel discouraged and frustrated by what we haven't accomplished. If you are interested in a simplified, practical way to teach your children together, with the gospel at the center of your program, come find out more about our Real Mom Guides. Bonus Material included in this workshop: 33 Habits of a Really Good Man: Life's Lessons that really matter.
Thursday 2:00 - 2:30 pm

Sherry Veach

Sherry Veach's bio
Are you worried all the time that your kids aren't getting enough, that you aren't keeping up with public school, that you can't keep up with the schoolwork, housework, callings and all the other things you have to do? Sherry shows you how to relieve the stress and enjoy the homeschool lifestyle again.
Friday 9:00 - 9:30 am

Denise Ward

Denise Ward's bio
How do I discuss the Odyssey with my 14yr. old, teach algebra to my 12 year old, help my 10 year old correct his grammar and teach the five year old to read ALL AT THE SAME TIME???? Denise provides ideas for managing the actual teaching part of your day. (Aimed at families that have three or more students.)
Friday 8:30 - 9:00 am

Melyssa Webb

Melyssa Webb's bio
Are you interested in teaching your children Shakespeare but think the subject is just too big to tackle? Come learn how to break down a Shakespearean play and make it fun for you and the family. Whether or not you have a smattering of Shakespeare, this class will convince you that teaching Shakespeare’s plays and sonnets can be fun and rewarding. Melyssa Webb has over 35 years of theatre experience and has been teaching Shakespeare to students for the past 4 years.
Thursday 3:15 - 3:45 pm

Katie Wilson

Katie Wilson's bio
Nothing kills a child’s love of reading faster than having to “dissect” and analyze every book they read; however, we know that we eventually need to cover the finer points of literary criticism. So, how do we teach literary analysis without turning it into a mind-numbing and tedious process? That’s easy: use your child’s book group discussions to painlessly introduce terms like plot, theme, and conflict. In this class, Katie will show you how to teach your children more sophisticated ways of talking about literature, hidden in the guise of fun and easy book group discussions! She’ll also give suggestions for books that readily lend themselves to discussions of basic literary terms. (Don’t already have a kid’s book group going? No worries—just check out Katie’s article on “Starting Your Kids Book Group: Tips for Success!”)
Thursday 4:00 - 4:30 pm

Through the Fog

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Class Description Coming soon!
Thursday 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Dana Wood

Dana Wood's bio
It’s easy to get bogged down in the 3 R’s with homeschooling and never find the time to study things like art and music. But we have a spark of the divine in each of us and that spark includes the need to create. One of the best ways to encourage our children to use and develop their talent to create is to teach them to appreciate the things in the world that have already been created. In this class, Dana demonstrates not only the reasons for teaching art appreciation, but easy ways to incorporate it in elementary, middle and high school - as well as the resources you’ll need to accomplish it. You don’t have to be an art major to teach your children the fine arts!
Friday 11:30 - 12:00 pm

Curriculum Conundrums

We've all experienced it... the confusion that comes from picking a new curriculum. You may be just starting out with a subject or perhaps the curriculum you have been using just isn't working. Either way, it's definitely challenging and choosing by "trial-and-error" is expensive! Reading reviews and polling your friends can be helpful, but what most of us really want is a chance to LOOK at the books, HANDLE the materials, BROWSE through the lessons and ASK QUESTIONS of someone who actually USES it! Come to our "Curriculum Conundrum" classes and take some of the mystery out of the curriculum choosing process!

Grammar

"To shift the structure of a sentence alters the meaning of that sentence, as definitely and inflexibly as the position of a camera alters the meaning of the object photographed...The arrangement of the words matters, and the arrangement you want can be found in the picture in your mind...The picture tells you how to arrange the words and the arrangement of the words tells you, or tells me, what's going on in the picture." Joan Didion  This class will be moderated by Jill Syphert and will include the following grammar programs: First Language Lessons (Iola Marroquin); Shurley Grammar (Annemarie Tolman); Classical Conversations (Annemarie Tolman); Abeka Grammar (Marty Huie); Easy Grammar (SaraLyn Baxter); Daily Grammar Practice (SaraLyn Baxter) and Rod & Staff (Kim Kuhn).
Friday 2:45 - 3:45 pm

Math

The thought of teaching math is enough to make many homeschooling parents shake in their shoes, especially if math was challenging for them as students. Come and learn what great options are available to help you and your child to "get comfortable" with math. This class will be moderated by Jennifer Georgia and will include the following math programs: Saxon Math (Melissa Orton); Singapore Math (HJ Vandam); ALEKS (Sherry Veach); Harold Jacobs math (Adrianne Georgia); Miquon Math Lab (Jennifer Georgia); Math-U-See (Marty Huie), Right Start Math (Barbara Ritter) and Teaching Textbooks (Melissa Coombs).
Thursday 4:00 - 5:00 pm

reading

"To learn to read is to light a fire; every syllable that is spelled out is a spark."- Victor Hugo Teaching children to read can be an explosive experience-- find out the pathways these women took to teach their children how to create fires of their own. This class will be moderated by Jamie Anderson and will include the following reading programs: Phonics Pathways/The Ordinary Parent's Guide to Teaching Reading (Katie Wilson); Teaching Reading in 100 Easy Lessons (Jamie Anderson); Discover Intensive Phonics (Melissa Coombs); Sing, Spell, Read and Write (Jill Syphert); How to Read Using the Book of Mormon (Theresa Handy); The Writing Road to Reading by Spaulding (Michelle Carbee) and The Charlotte Mason Workbooks (Dana Wood).
Friday 8:30 - 9:30 am