schedule of events

Friday, August 9, 2019

Saturday, August 10, 2019

Pre-conference events

2-4 PM

Small group tours of the Children's Preservation Library 

Tour included with conference registration, but please reserve a ticket at the time of registration if you would like to attend.

6:30 PM

Bring a picnic dinner and join us for an evening of food and lively conversation on the scenic East Bay. 

More Information and directions will be sent upon registration.  

Picnic invitation included with conference registration, but please reserve a ticket at the time of registration if you would like to attend.

location

8-9 AM

Registration, coffee and donuts

9-10:15 AM

Plenary

The Unexpected Rewards of a Living Home Education

Michelle Howard

The Books Your Children Are Reading

Liz Cottrill

10:30-11:45 AM

Geography: At Home In The World

Emily Kiser

How Nature Immersion Sets Kids Up For Success

Ginny Yurich

Science: A Vast and Joyous Realm

Nicole Williams

Church of the Living God

1514 Birmley Rd, Traverse City 46969

12-1:15 PM

Join us for a fresh catered lunch (included in registration),

created for unique and allergy-conscious diets, 

to give you a taste of the gourmet side of Traverse City.

Additional time may be used for local shopping or enjoying a relaxing conversation on site. 

1:30-2:45 PM

Plenary

Despise Them Not

Emily Kiser

lodging + food

We do not have a specific hotel booked for the conference, but you can find beautiful accommodations throughout the Grand Traverse Area.  There are stunning hotels, as well as Inns, Bed and Breakfasts, and a large selection of homes on AirBnB and VRBO, as well as camping in one of our breathtaking parks.  We HIGHLY recommend booking your accommodations early, as the summer months tend to fill up quickly.  If you have questions or need assistance, please contact us.

When it comes to food, Traverse City is know world wide for their unique local fare,  niche restaurants and wineries.  Visit our fleet of food trucks for a memorable (and quick) meal, or take your time and dine in a cafe or restaurant near the Bay.  

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visit www.traversecity.com to view some our local food offerings as well as lodging recommendations.  

3-4:15 PM

What Are Living Books

Michelle Howard

Shakespeare For Teachers

Liz Cottrill

Afternoon Nature Study (with nature walk and journaling)

Nicole Williams

How to Combat Screen Time In A Tech Heavy World

Ginny Yurich

notes

Fathers + Children

We are thrilled to offer our conference to fathers as well and take great joy in knowing that dads are investing in the education of their children!.   

Unfortunately we are not able to accommodate children at the conference, but nursing babies are always welcome.

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Tickets

$75 Early Bird Rate​ (until March 14)

$100- Advance Rate (until May 31)

$125 - Regular Rate (after June 1)

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All tickets are transferable but non-refundable.  If you are not able to attend the conference and plan to transfer your ticket, please email us.

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4:30-5:30 PM

Literature

Liz Cottrill

 YROTSIH: Do We Have It All Backwards?

Michelle Howard

Images of Delight: Drawing in Principle and Practice

Emily Kiser

Scheduling

Nicole Williams

5:45-6 PM

Closing

A Parenting Devotional

Liz Cottrill