Vendor Presentations - 5:30 p.m. Friday
Movement is Medicine: How Physical Activity and Rugged Play Benefit Our Kids - Room 1506
This presentation will explore some of the history of my company, but more importantly the philosophies that drive it. Why is doing hard things good for our brain and body? Put simply, because movement is medicine. We'll take a look at how neuroscience is showing us that exercise and play is a key to fighting many of the ailments that are so prevalent in our world today.
Joseph Eckes, Founder and Owner of Forged & Tempered LLC.
I am a father of 6, and have homeschooled in partnership with my wife for the last 3 years. I am a former Peace Officer, with 15 years of experience on the job. I began Forged & Tempered in 2023 and am now working with individual homeschool families, as well as a few co-ops, to provide physical education programming.
This presentation will explore some of the history of my company, but more importantly the philosophies that drive it. Why is doing hard things good for our brain and body? Put simply, because movement is medicine. We'll take a look at how neuroscience is showing us that exercise and play is a key to fighting many of the ailments that are so prevalent in our world today.
Joseph Eckes, Founder and Owner of Forged & Tempered LLC.
I am a father of 6, and have homeschooled in partnership with my wife for the last 3 years. I am a former Peace Officer, with 15 years of experience on the job. I began Forged & Tempered in 2023 and am now working with individual homeschool families, as well as a few co-ops, to provide physical education programming.
How Music Critically Impacts Your Child's Intelligence - Room 1508
I will share how Music Maps the Brain and how it affects all 8 Intelligences. I will share specific research and testimonies on how each Brain center is changed permanently by learning music and will also give specifics on how the method of music instruction is also critical to the magnitude of the changes a child can experience. There will be interactive examples of musical aspects taught in our method and how that is connected to a child's development.
Karra Buller, Director & Education Consultant, Children's Music Academy
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Neurological Psychology and Music. I have taught music in many forms over my 37 years of teaching. I have also homeschooled my own children and helped teach children with developmental, neuro-divergent or learning challenges. I have taught at education conferences and symposiums for the past 7 years on how music education is fundamental to the development of a child mentally, physically and emotionally. We provide holistic and complete music education for children in the Metro area.
I will share how Music Maps the Brain and how it affects all 8 Intelligences. I will share specific research and testimonies on how each Brain center is changed permanently by learning music and will also give specifics on how the method of music instruction is also critical to the magnitude of the changes a child can experience. There will be interactive examples of musical aspects taught in our method and how that is connected to a child's development.
Karra Buller, Director & Education Consultant, Children's Music Academy
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Neurological Psychology and Music. I have taught music in many forms over my 37 years of teaching. I have also homeschooled my own children and helped teach children with developmental, neuro-divergent or learning challenges. I have taught at education conferences and symposiums for the past 7 years on how music education is fundamental to the development of a child mentally, physically and emotionally. We provide holistic and complete music education for children in the Metro area.
Unlock the Puzzle with RightStart™ Math - Room 1510
Have you heard the buzz about RightStart™ Math? Come hear about our philosophy and what sets us apart from other programs. We teach children that a real mathematical problem is like a puzzle, that math is more than memorization, and that math is fun. Come and learn what’s special about our math curriculum!
Kathleen Cotter Clayton, Vice Pesident and Curriculum Developer, RightStart Math
Kathleen is currently responsible for curriculum development, marketing, and sales. She travels across the US and internationally, sharing the RightStart mission of helping children understand, apply, and enjoy mathematics. Kathleen spoke at Cambridge University in England on teaching fractions and in Bologna Italy at The Mathematics Education for the Future Project on elementary math. Kathleen is Hill-Murray High School graduate and has her Master’s from University of Mary in Bismarck, ND.
Have you heard the buzz about RightStart™ Math? Come hear about our philosophy and what sets us apart from other programs. We teach children that a real mathematical problem is like a puzzle, that math is more than memorization, and that math is fun. Come and learn what’s special about our math curriculum!
Kathleen Cotter Clayton, Vice Pesident and Curriculum Developer, RightStart Math
Kathleen is currently responsible for curriculum development, marketing, and sales. She travels across the US and internationally, sharing the RightStart mission of helping children understand, apply, and enjoy mathematics. Kathleen spoke at Cambridge University in England on teaching fractions and in Bologna Italy at The Mathematics Education for the Future Project on elementary math. Kathleen is Hill-Murray High School graduate and has her Master’s from University of Mary in Bismarck, ND.
Alternative Pathways to a Successful Career: PSEO, Trades, and Affordable College Options - Room 1512
Are you exploring post-high school options for your homeschool student? Discover practical, affordable pathways to a successful career through PSEO, technical education, and strategic college planning. Join us to learn how your student can graduate with little to no debt and step into a meaningful career. You will learn how students can earn tuition-free college credits in high school. Explore hands-on learning in fields like welding, nursing, IT, and manufacturing and identify the benefits of community college, transfer opportunities, and careers that require only an associate degree or technical certification.
Jenifer Rancour, Admissions Specialist at Pine Technical & Community College
Jen is a dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience across various community sectors. Currently serving as the PSEO & Undergrad Admissions Specialist at Pine Technical & Community College, she has spent the last decade making significant contributions to higher education. Jen is passionate about helping students navigate their educational journeys and achieve their academic goals. Her extensive background in education allows her to connect with students from diverse backgrounds and provide personalized support.
Are you exploring post-high school options for your homeschool student? Discover practical, affordable pathways to a successful career through PSEO, technical education, and strategic college planning. Join us to learn how your student can graduate with little to no debt and step into a meaningful career. You will learn how students can earn tuition-free college credits in high school. Explore hands-on learning in fields like welding, nursing, IT, and manufacturing and identify the benefits of community college, transfer opportunities, and careers that require only an associate degree or technical certification.
Jenifer Rancour, Admissions Specialist at Pine Technical & Community College
Jen is a dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience across various community sectors. Currently serving as the PSEO & Undergrad Admissions Specialist at Pine Technical & Community College, she has spent the last decade making significant contributions to higher education. Jen is passionate about helping students navigate their educational journeys and achieve their academic goals. Her extensive background in education allows her to connect with students from diverse backgrounds and provide personalized support.
Saving Our Sons - Room 1514
Hear practical strategies to reduce the chances that your son will struggle with pornography. This presentation will explain the science behind pornography's addictive qualities and identify three keys for parents to focus on BEFORE their sons encounter pornography for the first time.
Jeremy Rohr, Founder, Freedom to Love
Jeremy has worked and volunteered in youth ministry for over 25 years. He and his wife Cindy have been leading a retreat at their parish since 2007 to share practical applications of Saint John Paul II’s Theology of the Body with couples preparing for marriage. They are also Certified Catholic Life Coaches.
Jeremy provides one on one coaching with men to help them learn to live free of pornography. He developed the FREE OUR SONS course to equip fathers and other men to help young men to live free of pornography.
Hear practical strategies to reduce the chances that your son will struggle with pornography. This presentation will explain the science behind pornography's addictive qualities and identify three keys for parents to focus on BEFORE their sons encounter pornography for the first time.
Jeremy Rohr, Founder, Freedom to Love
Jeremy has worked and volunteered in youth ministry for over 25 years. He and his wife Cindy have been leading a retreat at their parish since 2007 to share practical applications of Saint John Paul II’s Theology of the Body with couples preparing for marriage. They are also Certified Catholic Life Coaches.
Jeremy provides one on one coaching with men to help them learn to live free of pornography. He developed the FREE OUR SONS course to equip fathers and other men to help young men to live free of pornography.
Communication as a Life Skill - Room 1516
Interpersonal skills developed today will make a dramatic difference in the lives of your children. Learn proven methods for instilling gracious and winsome communication strategies.
An interactive workshop incorporating student speech demonstrations.
Michael Leibig, Homeschool Educator, representing NCFCA (Metro Edge Debate and Speech Club Director and Coach)
Interpersonal skills developed today will make a dramatic difference in the lives of your children. Learn proven methods for instilling gracious and winsome communication strategies.
An interactive workshop incorporating student speech demonstrations.
Michael Leibig, Homeschool Educator, representing NCFCA (Metro Edge Debate and Speech Club Director and Coach)
