2024 Full Convention MP3 Set

All OCHEC members who attended the convention can access the full Convention MP3 Set through our Shop for free, using the discount code provided to their email address. This replaces the $5 member discount at time of registration in years past. Pre-ordering is not necessary for OCHEC Members attending the convention.

Friday

Revival in the Home - Rebecca Spooner (Keynote)

Are you dealing with broken relationships, heartbreak, depression, or even bone-wearying exhaustion in your family? In this session, you’ll be inspired by stories of real revivals through history and how children, men, and women were forever changed and marked not by striving, but by God’s presence. You don’t need a five-step plan—you need the one who can bring beauty from the ashes, joy in the morning, and rain on a dry and thirsty land. May you walk away full of anticipation for the great plans that God has for you. He’s not finished with you yet.

Being Salt  and Light Families - Israel Wayne

Homeschoolers are often accused of retreating from society instead of impacting it. What is the balance between sheltering our children and reaching out to a lost world around us? In this session, Israel explains how you can equip your children for the ‘real world’ by developing a family ministry.

"Math Is..." - Alice Horrocks

Many homeschool parents are intimidated by the thought of teaching their children mathematics. In this talk I will discuss what math is, and what learning math is all about. The good news is that you don't need to teach math. Still, there are many things parents can do to help their child gain confidence, become competent, learn to understand concepts,  and even enjoy math.

Facing the Challenge of Evolution - Henry Ho

“Is our world and life in it the result of a random evolutionary process?”  More and more people, sometimes even our friends and family, are answering “yes”.  Is this really based on scientific evidence, or not?  How do we face this challenge to the Bible?  What are some solid reasons why we can be confident that evolution is a blind faith, and that the Christian faith is on firm ground?

Transcripts, Grades, Reports, Oh My!

Often we homeschool because we don't want to put our children's learning in a box and yet, when I comes time to communicate with next educators, we often need to be prepared with the language and techniques of those who will teach our children next - whether that's a grade three teacher or a university professor. In this seminar we will talk about why you might need various records or reports and how to best prepare them. With a focus on high school documentation, we will look at how to grade our students, report cards, portfolios, and transcripts.

Surviving the Marathon - Sarah Hornblower

Some things just are, or so they seem to be. The world seems to be built for even numbers; things come in 2s or 4s. Families are supposed to be 4 people because that is what a family package normally includes 2 adults and 2 kids. But what happens when you don't fit and worse when your kids don't fit? You know it, and they will eventually know it despite your best efforts to the contrary. Ever been that kid when everyone had a phone in their bedroom, it seemed but you? Or for those of a younger generation, everyone had an iPod or a cell phone but you. Home-schooling communities are small to begin with and connection is so key to success, but what happens when in spite of our best efforts, we just don’t mesh? Our kids just don’t fit; no matter how we try, we just can’t fit in. How do you handle the hurt, the isolation and the loss of connection with the community that you need so badly as a mom? Homeschooling can feel like an ultra marathon when your child doesn't fit. Whether it be social awkwardness, family structure or a diagnosis some kids just struggle to fit in, whether in public school or in a homeschool environment. Come and be encouraged by a mom who for 25 years hasn't fit in, and her kids don't fit. Laugh, learn some new way to cope, and feel encouraged that you aren't alone in the struggle, and neither are your kids.

Theater and Drama - Pamela Beal

Join our workshop designed for teaching theatre to homeschoolers! Learn how to create engaging sessions covering acting basics, interactive storytelling, character development, theatre games and showcasing student talent and then bring it on stage in a full-on production!

Is Homeschooling Just for Women? - Israel Wayne

For many men, homeschooling has been looked at largely as something their wife does. Many believe that if they pay the bills, that is really all that God expects of them. Biblically speaking, what is the proper role for men in the process of home education?

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Disciple - Richard Saunders

What’s the point of discipleship? You’re broke, you love pizza way too much, you have little say in your life, you’re invited into non-stop entertainment and distraction (that you know is no good for you), you’re constantly being told about your potential (which is insanely irritating), not much is expected of you at church, you’re super aware of all your failings and short comings, and you feel at times like a Mutant no one can understand (not even yourself)… … in short you’re a TEENAGER. So, what is God looking for from you? Good news. God is looking for fruit even from his teenagers. Let’s study Galatians 4 together and see what Jesus expects from all His disciples, even and especially from His young men and women.

Equipped to Conquer the Storm - Lisa Adamson

We’ll review some historical highlights of the incredible contributions of Christianity to the quality of life on earth. We’ll also explore why Christianity has lost its ability to transform our culture for good, and we’ll look at how to retake what’s been lost.

Teaching and Learning Styles - Andrew McEvoy

How do you balance your teaching style with your child’s learning style? In this experiential and insightful workshop we will explore your own personalities and teaching styles as well as dive into the different learning styles your children might prefer. You will walk away with ideas on how to keep a fresh perspective as you teach each day.

You Can't Do It All! (Burnout) - Klaske Kroesbergen

Saturday

Education from a Biblical Worldview - Israel Wayne (Keynote)

Are your children prepared to face the “Real World”? Learn how to equip your children to stand against the flood of secularism that threatens to drown them. What is your worldview? How are you going to transfer it to your children? Will you be more effective than the media and popular culture? Discover how to teach your children to view the core subjects (and all of life) through the lenses of scripture.