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Having a strong homeschool community is key to a successful homeschool journey. Homeschoolers of Maine believes that building community is now more important than ever. That is why we are offering three livestream locations for this year's "Joy of Homeschooling" Conference! Gather together with HOME leaders and homeschool families from your area to meet Todd Wilson in-person, ask questions, and find the support you need.

 

Register Below!

 

** Participants in all HOME events and activities are required to follow the COVID guidelines set forth by individual venue hosts. Following current CDC guidelines is also recommended.

 

Descriptions for Todd's Sessions Can Be Found Here.

 

Where: Cornerstone Baptist Church, 771 Lewiston Rd., Topsham

When: Thursday, March 17, 2022, 9:30am to 3:30pm.

 

Schedule of Events:

 

9:30 - 10:00am - Arrival

 

10:00am - This We Believe (Sanctuary)

Todd Wilson

  

11:00am - Finding the Joy in Homeschooling Your Differently Abled Child (Sanctuary)

Cherie LaFlamme

 

Find out how to stop allowing comparison to steal your joy and find the confidence to appreciate your child’s God-given uniqueness.

 

12:00pm - Lunch (Please bring your own. Coffee and tea will be available.)

Visit with experienced homeschool Moms over lunch. We have several ladies prepared to answer your questions over lunch.

 

1:00pm - Dirigo Duel (Interactive!) (Sanctuary)

Fran Simmler

 

Maine is a great state! Join us for a session of fun and learning about it! Part One we will be making teams and having a trivia contest.* Part Two will be a "Family Feud" style game between the top two teams from part one. There will be prizes! 

*To participate, each team should have at least one device that can access the internet. Free WiFi will be available.

 

2:00pm - Smile Stealers and Smile Makers (Sanctuary)

Todd Wilson  

 

Where: Pathways Community Church, 218 Downeast Hwy, Ellsworth

When: Friday, March 18, 2022, 7:30am to 5:30pm.

 

Schedule of Events:

 

7:30 - 10:00am - Registration

 

8:00am - Support Group Leaders Mingle (Youth Room) 

 

8:30am - They Look To You (Support Group Leaders) (Main Hall)

Todd Wilson

 

10:00am - Raising Politically Incorrect Pink and Blue Kids in a Purple World (Main Hall)

Todd Wilson

  

11:00am - 11:45 Exploring Early Childhood (Main Hall)

McKenzie Bowcock

 

Help your child thrive through their early years with lots of play, nature, art, music, and reading!

 

12:00pm - Lunch (Please bring your own.)

 

1:00pm - 1:30pm - Let's Get Moving (Main Hall)

 

Movement helps children (and adults!) learn better, so let’s get up and move! We’ll explore creative, fun ways to get our bodies moving.

 

2:00pm - Don't Tell Me What You Believe....Live It! (Main Hall) 

Todd Wilson  

 

3:00 - 3:45pm - Veteran Homeschool Panel (Main Hall)

 

Hear from seasoned homeschool parents about some of their tips and lessons learned along the way, as well as insight to their teaching styles. 

 

4:00pm - Dream Big (Teen Track) (Main Hall)

Todd Wilson

 

Special Guest Exhibitor - Roots by the River

 

Where: Living Waters Church, 197 Parker Farm Road, Buxton

When: Saturday, March 19, 2022, 9:30am to 3:30pm.

 

Schedule of Events:

 

9:30 - 10:00am ~ Registration

 

10:00am - An Unbeatable Homeschool Team (Sanctuary)

Todd Wilson  

 

11:00am - Maine Legislative Update (Sanctuary)

Rep. Heidi Sampson

 

12:00pm - Lunch (Please bring your own.)

 

12:45pm - Preparing Your Hearts and Homes for Uncertain Times (Sanctuary)

Tim & Jen Hawkins

 

Join us as we share with you some ways to prep your pantry, your home and your hearts for uncertain times. Practical and inexpensive household ideas, food plans and checklists that will get your whole family involved!

 

12:45pm - Homeschooling High School 101 (Conference Room)

Sharon Bulley

 

The thought of homeschooling through high school can be intimidating to parents. With the right information and support, you can begin the high school years feeling confident and prepared for success.

 

2:00pm - Every Dad a Homeschool Dad (Sanctuary)

Todd Wilson 

 

Register to attend an in-person location below. While the event is offered for FREE, please consider bringing a donation to help cover facility costs.  You will also receive a link to the virtual event.