Events

Whether you are new to homeschooling, a veteran homeschooler, considering taking the plunge, or just looking for practical ideas for your student conventions and virtual events like our round tables are great places to gain information to help you get the most out of your experience.

Throughout the year we host a variety of free virtual events and attend a number of conventions. Check back frequently as we add events often.

Kim Kautzer Guest Interview (Webinar)

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Free Virtual Event

Join Gretchen Roe and Kim Kautzer, the founder of WriteShop, as they discuss the legacy that WriteShop has created and how you can utilize this terrific program for your own children.

Explaining and Understanding Mastery in Mathematics

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Free Virtual Event

We often refer to math mastery in our round tables. If you are a Math-U-See parent, you may wonder "what does mastery look like?" at any particular point in your journey. This is one of the most critical concepts for a parent to apply accurately. Join us as we visit in depth the process of assessing mastery and how you can get the most of out applying this concept in your instruction.

How to Teach Writing When You Don’t Feel Confident About Writing

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Free Virtual Event

Parents often express frustration at teaching their children compositional writing. Join us for a lively discussion with practical tips about teaching writing. We will give you the tools to approach this subject with confidence.

Finishing Your Homeschool Year with a Flourish

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Free Virtual Event

Most homeschool parents are weary of their journey by April. Join us as we discuss ways to evaluate where you are in your year and how to close it out with strength and joy.

Guest Interview: Maggie Mills (Telling Your Family’s Story)

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Free Virtual Event

When we homeschool, we often are so intent on the process that we forget to enjoy it. Join us for this special interview with Maggie Mills—ghostwriter, author, and homeschool advocate—as she shares ways to help your family capture the joy of the journey.

10 Things to Help Craft a Superior High School Experience

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Free Virtual Event

Beginning a high school experience with your homeschooler can be exciting - and maybe a little scary. Join us for this lively discussion about things to consider as you enter into the precious high school years.

Before Pre-Algebra: The Skill Set Your Child Should Have

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Free Virtual Event

Is Pre-Algebra necessary for algebraic success? Join our team as they discuss the skill set your child needs to step into Pre-Algebra with confidence, and be ready and prepared for Algebra 1

Getting to Know Algebra 1: Principles of Secondary Mathematics

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Free Virtual Event

Join us for an informational webinar about Algebra 1: Principles of Secondary Mathematics. During this one-hour session, curriculum writer Sara Donovan and Community Outreach Coordinator Gretchen Roe will explain more about this new option for Algebra 1 and answer your questions.

Teaching Boys: Understanding How Their Learning Is Different, with Dr. Vermelle Greene

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Free Virtual Event

If you are the parent of boys, you know they view the world differently. Dr. Vermelle Greene has been an educator for more than 48 years (as a teacher and administrator from elementary through college levels). Founder of S.A.C.R.E.D. Life Academy for Boys, a Christian school in Capitol Heights, Maryland, she embraces the idea that boys learn differently than girls. Author of Please Teach Me Like I’m a Boy!, Dr. Greene will join Gretchen for a lively discussion of how homeschool parents can reach and teach their boys for the best possible outcomes. Register for this not-to-be-missed event. We promise you will be encouraged in your journey.

Preventing Learning Loss: What Does Summer Look Like For You?

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Free Virtual Event

If you are a family who traditionally takes the summer off, how do you get back in the academic "groove" after summer? Our team will share practical tips and advice to prevent "summer learning loss."

New Academic Year —New Ideas

Online (Link in the description)

Free Virtual Event

Demme Learning is growing, and we would like to share with you how we can help you in your homeschool journey. Join us as we review our new products in grammar, compositional writing, and even mathematics.

Reading and Spelling Are NOT the Same Skills

Online (Link in the description)

Free Virtual Event

As parents, we often assume that if our children are terrific readers, they should also be terrific at spelling. But reading and spelling are actually opposite skills. Join us as we discuss in detail why parents are left feeling anxious at not seeing spelling proficiency develop as their students reading skills take off. This will be a not-to-miss event if spelling is a struggle in your household.