Christian Home Educators of Colorado
Why Attend?
When you live an hour away from your closest homeschool friend, and a CHEC event is hours farther, teaching your children at home can feel like an isolating experience.
These Mini-Conferences exist to change that.
Whether you’re new to homeschooling or have been doing it for years, you’ll leave this day encouraged, better equipped, and connected to other families in your area who share your commitment to home education.
You’re not meant to homeschool alone – and after attending a Mini-Conference, you won’t feel like you are.
What to Expect
Each Mini-Conference includes:
- Encouraging sessions from CHEC leadership
- Practical homeschool breakout sessions to choose from
- Q&A opportunities with experienced homeschool parents
- Panel discussions on relevant homeschooling topics
- Updates on homeschool freedom in Colorado and nationwide
- Box lunches to pre-order or bring your own (varies by location)
- Fellowship with CHEC staff and local homeschool families
- On-site Used Curriculum Sale (varies by location)
- No childcare – bring a quiet activity for your child(ren)
More than anything, these gatherings are an opportunity to find much-needed encouragement and connection with other homeschool families.
You’re not a “lone ranger homeschooler.” You’re part of a statewide community that spans every corner of Colorado.
7:30am: Set Up
8:30am: Check-in Opens
9:00-9:15am: Welcome
9:15-10:15am: General Session: Homeschool Vision & Philosophy: Kevin Swanson
10:15-11:05am: Balance Doesn’t Exist: Better Does: Brandee Gillham
11:15am-12:00pm: Break Out Sessions:
- Lessons from the Rearview Mirror: Homeschooling the Elementary Years: Brandee Gillham
- Eyes on the Road Ahead: Navigating the Middle & High School Years: Kashia Davis
12:00-1:00pm Lunch Break (We encourage to pack a lunch so you can stay and enjoy fellowship)
1:00-2:00pm Q&A Veteran Panel
2:10-2:20pm National and Statewide Legislative Update Videos
2:20-3:00pm Raising Warriors: Brandee Gillham