Support Group Leaders’ Conference

“Helping Homeschoolers Persevere”

An Historical Perspective on Leadership & Perseverance:

Consider this congratulatory message from First & Second Virginia Regiments on day Patrick Henry took oath as first governor of Virginia:

    … you have uniformly pursued the general good of your country; and have taught the world that an ingenuous love of mankind, an inflexible resolution, and a steady perseverance in the practice of every private and publick virtue lead directly to preferment, and give the best title to the honours of an uncorrupted and vigorous state. ~ David J. Vaughan, Give Me Liberty: The Uncompromising Statesmanship of Patrick Henry, p. 106

Homeschool Support Group Leaders’ Manual & Conference CD’s

At the SGLC:

  • A 3-ring binder containing helpful leadership information from CHN, HSLDA, & Christian Heritage will be provided free of charge.
  • Over 200 pages of information on Washington homeschool law, forms needed, leadership & homeschooling resources, and more

After the SGLC:

  • Support Group Leaders’ Manuals along with CD’s of the speaking sessions will be available to support group leaders (as long as Manual supplies last):
    ~~ At no charge the April 17-19th, 2008 Christian Heritage Homeschool Conference—see Christian Heritage Booth
    ~~ For a minimal charge + s/h via our Christian Heritage Online Store (available soon)
  • CD’s of the 2007 & 2008 SGLC may be ordered from our Christian Heritage Online Store for a small cost per set + s/h. (available soon)

2008 SGL Conference: Who, What, When, Where?

JANUARY19, 2008
Trinity Baptist Church
18652 – 116th Ave. SE
Renton, WA 98058

8:30 A.M.-4:45 P.M.

  • Full day of leadership insight, sharing, ideas, Q&A, information, challenge, spiritual encouragement, & fellowship, ...
  • Sponsored by Christian Heritage & Christian Homeschool Network of Washington
  • Town Hall Discussions of Issues Vital to H/S Support Group Leaders
  • Speakers: (see bios below)
    Senator Val Stevens
    Representative Jim McCune
    Dick Karman, president of OCEANetwork, Oregon’s Christian state homeschool organization
    Scott & DiAnna Brannan, of Christian Homeschool Network of Washington
  • Buffet Luncheon Provided
  • 200+ page Leaders’ Manual available for each group
    This compilation of extremely helpful legal and practical documents and articles was collected to give you the information you need to lead your group and to share with the families you serve.
  • Be our guests! No charge for this event.

Who’s Invited?

Open to 2 current leaders or perspective leaders (and their spouses) per bona fide homeschool support group, or 2 pastors/elders and wives per church. This includes those who are seriously considering starting a Christian homeschool support group.

Printable Invitation ~ in PDF format:

Questions about the SGL Conference?

  • Call Christian Heritage at 360-249-2424 (9:00-5:00, Monday-Saturday only)

If You Can Attend:

  • RSVP via E-MAIL by January 14th via: Registrations@ChristianHeritageOnline.org. Please register as soon as possible, but not later than midnight Monday, January 14th.
  • Other RSVP Options: Register by Phone: (360) 871-3279 or by Mail to: Christian Heritage Registrations, 4007 SE Baker Rd., Port Orchard, WA 98367
  • Include Your Contact Info: Include 1) name of your support group, 2) first & last names of those attending, 3) mailing & e-mail addresses AND phone number of those attending.
  • Send Your Town Hall Discussion Questions: By Jan. 10th, please send any questions you would like to see addressed during the Town Hall Meetings. Questions should regard issues that would be pertinent & helpful to most homeschool support group leaders. (This will allow Town Hall Meeting questions to be distributed for consideration before the conference.) See description of Town Hall Meetings below.
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Directions:

(Click here ... for directions – or phone 425-228-5430)

Conference Agenda, Purpose, and Special Features

Tentative Conference Agenda

8:30-9:00 . . . . .Check In
9:00-9:15 . . . . . M. Bradrick, MC: Welcome, Opening Prayer, & Introduction to the Conference
9:15-10:00 . . . . Brannans-#1: “Washington Legislative Update” + Q&A
10:00-10:30 . . . Sen. Val Stevens: “How to Influence the Legislative Process & Dangers to the Homeschool Movement“
10:30-10:45 . . . Break
10:45-11:45 . . . Dick Karman: ”The Role of the Local Support Group in Family-based Discipleship”
11:45-12:15 . . . .Dick Karman introducing DVD: ”Exposing a Trojan Horse”

12:15-1:15 . . . . BUFFET LUNCHEON

1:15-1:45 . . . . Rep. Jim McCune: “Why Christians Need to Get Involved in Politics”
1:45-2:15 . . . . Brannans: “Update on the Government School at Home Programs”
2:15-2:30 . . . . Break
2:30-3:30 . . . . Dick Karman: Session #2 “Time for an Annual Check-Up: Looking at the Health of Your Organization”
3:30-4:30 . . . . Town Hall Meeting
4:30-4:45 . . . . Dick Karman – Closing Devotional: “The Serpent on the Pole”; M. Bradrick: Closing Prayer

Purpose of Conference:

  • 1) To provide encouragement & refreshment to homeschool support group leaders and pastors/elders who are actively supporting homeschooling families in their congregations,
  • 2) To provide needed current information about WA State homeschool law, the upcoming legislative session, and other crucial issues facing WA homeschoolers,
  • 3) To provide support group leaders with information and helps necessary to better serve the families in their groups,
  • 4) To provide an opportunity for fellowship and networking among Washington homeschool leaders.

Town Hall Meetings ~ not included on SGL Conference CD’s:

  • An open forum for conference attendees to share their experiences & insight on a select list of questions submitted in advance by attendees and deemed to be significant & of common interest to all.
  • Questions/Topics to be submitted by January 10th via ContactUs@ChristianHeritageOnline.org
  • The discussions will be moderated and comments will be limited to two minutes per individual per topic.

FEATURED SPEAKERS:

Senator Val Stevens

  • Senator Stevens is a faithful friend and supporter of homeschooling in Washington State and a member of Christian Heritage Home Educators of Washington. She and her husband, Keith, have two adult sons and five grandchildren and are lifetime Washington residents. She has served in the legislature since 1992, first as a State Representative, and then as a State Senator in Arlington’s 39th District since 1996. Currently she serves as the ranking Republican Member on the Human Services and Corrections Committee and as a member or the Natural Resources, Ocean and Recreation and Rules Committees. She is a member of Calvary Baptist Church, was elected in 1991 to National Board of Directors for Concerned Women for America, is a Better Government Bureau charter member. and is a Christian Armed Services Association (CASA), ad hoc board member.

Representative Jim McCune

  • Rep. Jim McCune, homeschooling father of three teenage sons, is another ardent proponent of home education and is committed to protecting the values that honor families. He currently lives in Graham. He was first elected to the House in 1998 and serves on the Capital Budget, Housing, Rules, Technology, and Energy and Communications Committees, as well as on the Joint Committee on Veterans Affairs. A small business owner, Jim has been a provider of Copper River Salmon products for over 36 years. Amid his many civic involvements, he is an adoptive parent, active church member, and past Awana leader. He has received the following commendations: Cornerstone Award, Association of Washington Business (3 yrs.), Guardian of Small Business Award, National Federation of Independent Business (3 yrs.), 100% Voting Record, Farm Bureau (4 yrs.), as well as numerous basketball coaching awards.

Dick Karman of Oregon’s OCEANetwork and The Alliance of Christian Home Education Leadership.

  • Dick and Dorothy Karman of Portland, OR began homeschooling in 1983. In 1984 they became leaders of a Portland-based support group, and in 1985 they founded the Oregon Christian Home Education Association Network. They’ve served in the OCEANetwork ever since. In addition, they have served for years on the board of The ALLIANCE (The National Alliance of Christian Home Education Leadership). Dick retired after 28 years as a Portland police and now works as an administrative analyst for the Clackamas County Sheriff’s office. Dorothy teaches biology and chemistry to homeschool students. The Karmans’ praise the Lord that their now-adult children are walking with the Lord and they have two young grandsons.

Plus sessions by Scott & DiAnna Brannan of Christian Homeschool Network (CHN)

  • Update on Independent Homeschooling vs Public School-at-Home Programs” + Q&A
  • “A 2008 Legislative Session Update” + Q&A
  • Scott and DiAnna Brannan of Kent, WA have been married twenty-two years and have two teenage children who have been homeschooled from infancy. Over the years the Brannans have served in several capacities within the homeschool community. They are founders of the Christian Homeschool Network of Washington (www.chnow.org). The CHN mission is to communicate legislative and local issues that effect homeschooling in the state of Washington. Scott works as an IT specialist for SAFECO Insurance.

Printable Invitation ~ in PDF format:

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