2026 Event Sessions and Activities

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Welcome to HOME and Homeschooling! (Thursday, 5:00 - 6:00pm) 

TBD (Rockport Room)

Do you have questions or concerns about homeschooling? What's on your heart as you embark on this new family adventure? Join HOME for a special time of sharing the joys, challenges, and rewards of homeschooling. Connect with experienced homeschoolers and find out more about HOME and its services!

Meet the Exhibitors! Thursday, 5:00 - 7:00pm

(State of Maine Hall and Rockland Room)

What products and services are available to homeschoolers? In the convention exhibit halls, you'll discover a vast array of exciting resources! Talk with experts, get support, find answers to your questions, and begin to chart your course for success!   

EXHIBIT HALL SHOPPING OPEN ALL DAY FOR PAID REGISTRANTS!

MORNING PRAISE (Friday, 8:30am)

TBD

WORKSHOP SESSION 1 (Friday, 9:00 - 9:45am) 

A Few of My Favorite Things

Annette Vaughn (Rockport Room)

Homeschool resources abound! Spend an hour as we walk through highlighting some of the "best of the best" when it comes to podcasts, books, websites, local resources, and even a few homeschool hidden gems to help support and equip you in your homeschool journey. 

TBD

TBD (Camden Room)

Kids Who Learn Math Differently and Parents Who Want Answers

Kathleen Clayton (Schooner Room)

Teaching math can be tough, especially when your child learns differently. Whether your child has a learning difference, struggles with math anxiety, or simply doesn't grasp math the traditional way, you're not alone. In this encouraging and practical workshop, you'll discover strategies that truly work for kids who need a different approach. Learn how to teach in ways that build real understanding, reduce anxiety, and foster confidence. With the right tools and support, success is not only possible—it’s within reach. Come gain insight, encouragement, and a clear path forward for your child’s learning journey. 

WORKSHOP SESSION 2 (Friday, 10:00 - 10:45am)

Homeschool 101: Don’t Panic, You’ve Got This!

Kelly Warner (Rockport Room) 

Starting your homeschool journey can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Join us as we break down the process into simple steps, bust common myths, and share practical tips to help you begin your homeschool adventure with less stress and more laughter.

Word By Heart – Live Bible Storytelling

Monica McKean - (Camden Room) Family Interest

In this interactive session, Monica brings the Bible to life—just as she does on the radio—through storytelling and imaginative engagement! Trained through Youth With A Mission’s Word By Heart program, she will help children and families experience scripture and grow closer to Jesus

TBD

TBD - (Schooner Room)

WORKSHOP SESSION 3 (Friday, 1:00 - 1:45pm)

Reframing Your Perspective

Annette Vaughn (Rockport Room)

This "make and take" workshop involves building/decorating a small picture frame (for a family homeschool photo) while we discuss how we can reframe our perspectives about everyday challenges that we face in our homeschools. 

Liberty: A Revolutionary Idea

June O'Donal (Camden Room) Family Interest (upper elementary to adult)

In this history lesson, author June O'Donal will provide an overview of how the 13 colonies were like six different cultural, religious, political and economic groups who often had opposing viewpoints. What could unite such groups? Learn how Thomas Jefferson drew on centuries of political thought from different people and places to write the Declaration of Independence. Find out what Liberty means - and more importantly what it doesn’t mean - and how it can be compared to chocolate chip cookies! 

Homeschooling Students with Special Needs - Support, Strategies & Success

HOME Special Needs Team - (Schooner Room) 

Homeschooling offers flexibility for learners with special needs, as well as gifted and twice exceptional (2e) students. In this workshop, we’ll explore how to build your learning environment to meet your child's needs, set meaningful goals, and how you too, can create home-based IEPs and SEPs to guide progress. 

We’ll end with a Q&A session featuring our expert panel - bring your questions!

WORKSHOP SESSION 4 (Friday, 2:00 - 2:45pm)

Struggling with Anxiety as a Homeschool Mom

Natalie Mack - (Rockport Room)

Discover practical strategies and scripture to overcome anxiety while homeschooling. This workshop provides insights into some common fears that we may experience as moms such as homeschool failure, hormonal stress, and biochemical anxiety issues.

Homeschooling for (Almost) Free

Raylene Hunt (Camden Room) 

18 years of homeschooling as a single mom taught me a lot of life hacks for homeschooling on a shoestring and how to do more with less. For those who are interested in homeschooling but think they can’t afford it, this workshop will show you how you absolutely can homeschool for almost free.

Exploring the Trades 

Mid-Coast School of Technology (Schooner Room) Family Interest 

WORKSHOP SESSION 5 (Friday, 4:00 - 4:45pm)

Meal Planning Bootcamp

Annette Vaughn (Rockport Room)

The challenges of meal planning can often distract from the joys of homeschooling, making the simple question of "What's for dinner" feel like a daily pop quiz! And let's be real! We're homeschoolers - so it's also breakfast, lunch, and all things in between. If you're raising your hand in agreement, then join me for this practical workshop and jumpstart the process of implementing a meal planning strategy that works for your family's specific needs and preferences. You'll walk away feeling empowered to fuel your family effectively -- and maybe even involve the kids along the way!

Homeschooling Through High School - What You Really Need to Know

Patrica Hutchings (Camden Room)

Making the leap into high school can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Whether your student is college-bound, career-focused, or still exploring their path, this workshop will walk you through everything you need to confidently navigate the high school years at home. Attendees will also gain practical tips for record-keeping, course planning, and preparing for life after graduation.

To wrap up, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in a live Q&A session, so bring your questions!

DYI Unit Studies

Raylene Hunt (Schooner Room) 

Please come with a topic or two in mind that you or your child are interested in learning more about and we will walk through developing an outline that you will leave with to begin your own unit study journey.  

EXHIBIT HALL SHOPPING OPEN ALL DAY FOR PAID REGISTRANTS!

Exhibit Hall Only Shopping - FREE between 12:00 and 4:00pm (arrive before 3:00pm for admission) 

MORNING PRAISE (Saturday, 8:30am)

TBD (Rockport Room)

SPECIAL SESSION (Saturday, 9:00am - 11:00am) 

Mom's Morning Tea

Mom-care with Annette Vaughn (Rockport Room)

Special Family Activity TBD 

Midcoast Music Academy (Camden Room) Family Interest 

Learning to Speak Truth with Love

Grace Mack/TPUSA Club America (Schooner Room) Teen Interest

WORKSHOP SESSION 6 (Saturday, 1:00 - 1:45pm) 

Burnout Battle Plan

Annette Vaughn (Rockport Room)

As joyous and purposeful as homeschooling can be, seasons of burnout are nearly inevitable. Let's talk about mapping out a battle plan for not if but when burnout creeps in for you and/or your kids.  

Accelerated Learning Paths

Kathleen Reed - (Camden Room) 

Use homeschooling to not only educate your child in a more natural environment but also help your child reach even higher goals— learning life-long skills, collecting evidence of their advanced abilities/achievements, earning college credit, using free or low-cost online courses, and making the most of their talents. Join us for an empowering workshop that will show you how to access excellent online resources and programs without breaking the bank. Whether you want to get a jump on planning your child's academic path, thinking about college or career readiness, obtaining free college credits, pursuing advanced topics early, or simply enriching your child’s learning, this session will give you tools you can use immediately. 

Authentic Christian Manhood for Fathers and Sons 

Nick Adolphsen (Schooner Room)) Family Interest

WORKSHOP SESSION 7, 2:00 - 2:45pm  

Military Service Routes for Homeschool Graduates

Natalie Mack (Rockport Room)

Many homeschooled graduates have entered military service. You may know about enlistment, but did you know about 4 other routes? These are Military Service Academies, ROTC, Military Colleges, and Reserve/National Guard. Let’s discuss all five of these routes and how to assist your students in determining the right path for them.

The Key to Making Home Education Simple 

Kelly Warner (Camden Room) 

Discover how to simplify your homeschool days with a literature-rich, interest-led approach that sparks your child’s natural curiosity. By focusing on joy-filled, meaningful learning, you’ll create rhythms that make homeschooling both sustainable and deeply rewarding.

WORKSHOP SESSION 8, 3:00 - 3:45pm 

How to Teach Your Whole Family Together! 

Michelle Collomy (Rockport Room)

Let's Play Math Games!

Kathleen Clayton - (Camden Room) Family Interest   

Say hello to joyful learning through games! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll discover how simple math card games can make math something you and your child actually look forward to. These games are powerful tools for teaching and reinforcing key concepts like addition and multiplication. They encourage critical thinking, build number sense, and allow kids of all ages and abilities to learn together. Games turn solitary work into a social, interactive experience that boosts math skills and infuse learning with laughter and joy.

* This workshop is for parents and children. We will play a few games during the session to see how simple and fun this will be for your family!

GRADUATION CEREMONY (Saturday, 4:00pm)

Schooner Room

TEEN SPRING FORMAL (Saturday, 6:00 - 8:00pm)

Camden-Rockport Room

FAMILY ACTIVITY (Saturday, 6:00 - 8:00pm)

Rockland Room

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