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 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.

  

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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.

ICHE Family Conference

Convention

Demme Learning is proud to be an exhibitor at the ICHE Family Conference. During this convention join speaker Steve Demme as he shares information, encouragement, and practical ideas.

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

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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.

Homeschool Planning with Pam Barnhill

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Free Virtual Event

Join us as we host Pam Barnhill, award-winning educator and homeschool mom of three awesome kids. A recovering public school teacher, Pam is the creative force behind Your Morning Basket, an essential resource for your homeschool journey. Pam will share insights about breaking down big tasks into small, manageable steps and helping you set yourself up for success in planning for your next exciting homeschool year.

My Math Skills Are Poor. How Can I Possibly Teach My Child?

Online (Link in the description)

Free Virtual Event

Parents often seek a way to teach mathematics to their children that doesn’t include much parental involvement, because they feel they are “math deficient” themselves. They are surprised when we tell them they are the BEST mathematics instructor for their children. This is one of our most frequent convention conversations, and we would like you to understand how you can tackle this subject and model success—for yourself AND your student. If you recognize yourself in this description, this is the webinar for you. Join us as we discuss ways you can model teachability to your student, and set goals for you and your student that will change your homeschool environment this coming year.

Is It Time to Change Your Curriculum?

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Free Virtual Event

We all have our favorite curriculum. What are the things to consider when you feel like your favorite is not serving your child well? Join us as we weigh the pros and cons of math, spelling, composition, and grammar curriculum, and help you create a list of priorities in deciding what the coming year means for you in these academic areas.