Andy Luchies, father of 7 (so far), is an ex-military infantry combat veteran who fought in the Iraqi war in 2003. Upon leaving the army he married Jessa, the small town girl he’d known since 9 years old. He got a theology degree from Redeemer University and attended Hamilton Christian Fellowship for 13 years where he led various ministries, becoming an elder and associate pastor before stepping back from paid ministry in 2019.

Andy is a homeschooling Christian, freedom-loving, minimal government, Open-womb, carnivore bitcoiner. He loves making new friends and prefers to chat with people who disagree with him. Let’s find the truth together!

Cheryl Kowalski, missionary and mother of 5, served in Botswana for 8 years and in Uganda for 4 years. She also felt compelled to homeschool her children, and doing it in Africa proved to be an extremely rewarding experience. She offers insights and wisdom gained during that time that will encourage ANYONE to take their homeschool ANYWHERE in the world, even if it just means a move to another area of your province or city. She can help you navigate culture stress, culture shock, and loss, all while successfully homeschooling your tribe. Teens will also enjoy this talk as she shares a few stories about her children who experienced growing up in a culture very different from the one they were born into.

Build your children’s education on the Rock. But, if we boil down everything God says about education in Deut. 6:7, Eph. 6:4, Prov. 1:7, Col. 1:18, Luke 6:40, and James 1:22, what are the most basic principles of a good education for your children? What are the four pillars upon which to build something firm and strong for the Level 6 Hurricanes blowing across the Post-modern, Post-Christian world? Kevin Swanson will present on these pillars: Family Discipleship, Biblical Worldview, Good Christian Teachers and Books, and Worship and Life Application.

Feeling lost in homeschool jargon? Nancy breaks down the most common homeschooling approaches—from traditional textbook to Charlotte Mason to unit studies—making it easier to understand your options. Explore the pros and cons of each method to help you choose what works best for your family. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your approach, you’ll gain practical insights and a helpful resource guide to support your curriculum decisions.

More than ever, young people are grappling for purpose and direction in life. Drawing from Proverbs 3:5-6, Kevin Swanson explains how a young person can live a purposeful life, and find the path that God has laid out.

Drawing from her years of experience, Nancy shares practical wisdom to help you identify and overcome common obstacles, understand what success looks like for your unique family, and implement strategies for organizing your home, time, and schedule. Leave equipped with ideas to create a peaceful, thriving environment where learning and relationships flourish.

What are the proper sphere jurisdictions for family, church, and state? Should the state ban spanking or home schooling?  Should the church dictate the education of our children? What about Sunday Schools and Youth Groups? When the sphere jurisdictions go haywire, chaos usually ensues. A basic understanding of family, church, and state is essential for the Christian family.

Is the daily reality of homeschooling leaving you more frazzled than joyful? While teaching our children at home can be messy and emotional, it’s also a precious privilege! Nancy shares inspiration for how to find—and keep—joy even on those challenging days. Discover practical ways to create an atmosphere of delight in learning, protect your joy when things get tough, and embrace this beautiful adventure. You’ll leave inspired and reminded of why you started this journey!

Are you weary in your homeschool journey? Wondering if you’re equipped for the tremendous task of educating and discipling your children? While homeschooling requires our whole hearts and steadfast commitment, God hasn’t just called us to this vital work—He has fully equipped us for it. In this refreshing keynote, Nancy Manos shares how the investment you’re making today—though often demanding—yields eternal fruit in your children’s lives. You’ll gain renewed confidence, knowing that the One who called you is faithful to equip you for this good work. Discover how God’s Word and presence make you thoroughly equipped for this amazing adventure with your children.

What are the factors that matter most in the homeschool? What are the principles that really make it work? This is a basic introductory talk about homeschooling, based on Kevin’s 45 years of experience in the movement. This is based on Kevin Swanson’s book, “Upgrade, the Ten Secrets to the Best Education for Your Child.”