I have No Greater Joy than this, to hear of my Children Walking in the Truth,

III John 1:4

Conference & Curriculum Fair

Featuring:Dr. Jason Lisle Institute for Creation ResearchVicki Bentley HSLDA Early Childhood SpecialistPam Gates Child Diagnostics

April 10–11, 2015Indian Hills Community Church

1000 S. 84th St. Lincoln, Nebraska

You are graciously invited to attend . . .The NCHEA's 28th Annual Conference and Curriculum Fair (C&CF). The ultimate purpose of the C&CF is to bring glory and honor to our Lord Jesus Christ in all that is said and done. We hope that the workshops and keynote sessions serve to be a witness to the lost, encouragement to the downtrodden, provide fellowship for believers, and a time of rest for weary parents.

Why should you attend? Come to . . .s Be inspired by our speakerss Shop the exhibit halls and see what's news Renew your vision for home-based discipleships Meet and have fellowship with other like-minded home-

educating parentss Get refreshed and conquer "burnout"s Share your experiences with those new to

homeschoolings Browse and evaluate curriculums Better understand the benefits of parent-led home

educations Mentor new homeschooling parentss Learn about homeschooling and parent-led discipleships Spend "couple time" away from home and childrens Be blessed

Sincerely,

NCHEA Board, Officers, and Conference Committee

Conference Schedule

NCHEA 2013 Conference & Curriculum Fair

April 10–11Indian Hills Community Church Lincoln, Nebraska

Pre-Registration & PaymentSave $$$ with NCHEA membership and early registration!Pre-registrations must be received by March 15, 2015. When your online registration is received, you will get an email confirmation. Please save this confirmation as your record of registration. If you do not have an email address, your canceled check will be your confirmation. Confirmation notices are not mailed. Each individual or couple that pre-registers will receive one C&CF syllabus at check-in. The syllabus contains outlines and resources. Additional copies may be reserved in advance on the registration form for $10. Individuals or couples registering at the door receive a syllabus while supplies last.

For quick and easy registration go to www.NCHEA.org. ND save $15 when you preorder a complete set of the 2013 C&CF MP3s. See the enclosed registration form or

Saturday, April 118 a.m. Registration Begins8 a.m.–2:45 p.m. Teen Conference8 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Exhibit Halls Open for Shopping9 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Workshop Sessions11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.Support Group Leader Luncheon**1–2 p.m. Workshop Sessions3:30 p.m. Exhibit Hall Closes3–4 p.m. Closing General Session

** Support Group Leaders join us for an informational and inspirational session. RSVP on the Registration Form. Bring your own lunch or preorder on the Registration Form.

Friday, April 108:45 a.m.Registration Begins8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.Teen Conference 9 a.m.–6:30 p.m.Exhibit Halls Open for Shopping10 –11a.m.Opening General Session 11:15 a.m. Navigating the Exhibit Hall*11:15 a.m.–NoonVendor Workshops1–5 p.m.Workshop Sessions6:30 p.m.Exhibit Hall Closes7–8:30 p.m.Open to the PublicKeynote Session followed by Graduate Recognition

* For new conference attendees. Meet at 11:15 a.m. for a fun orientation session in Room 1404.

Questions? C&CF and Teen ConferenceCall after 6:00 p.m.Kathleen Lenzen s nchea@windstream.net s (402) 423-4297Janell Papke s cjpapke@yahoo.com s (402) 798-0444 Jean Bennett s bennett@nchea.org s (402) 435-5717

Kids ConferenceAddie Ridge s nchea4kids@nchea.org s (308) 830-3945

Kids Conference and Teen Conference The NCHEA provides a Kids Conference and a Teen Conference for students to have their own age-appropriate conference experience. These conferences are planned by young adults/homeschool graduates and homeschooling parents. Care is taken to provide a safe environment for fun and learning to take place. Students attending the Kids Conference must be picked up by 5:30 p.m. on Friday and 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.Students attending the Teen Conference will be escorted to the south lobby of the church at 2:45 p.m. Saturday. Plan to meet your child at 2:45 p.m. to attend the Closing Session with Dr. Jason Lisle. This will be a great presentation for all to attend!

Refund PolicyNo refunds or adjustments are made at the C&CF. All refund requests must be made in writing. All refunds are subject to a $5 cancellation fee. Send a self-addressed stamped envelope when requesting a refund.

VolunteersThe C&CF is planned and conducted by homeschool parents like you. This undertaking requires many volunteers. Prayerfully consider volunteering. Please check the box on the registration form marked "volunteers" or call Kathleen Lenzen at (402) 423-4297 or Janell Papke at (402) 798-0444.

Support Group LeadersThank you for all that you do! Please bring your lunch or preorder sack lunch. Vickie Bentley will be presenting Fishing 101: Mentoring Groups in Action at noon. Space will be limited…register early! Registration required!

FoodFood and drink are NOT permitted in the church. Friday, a chili lunch is available on site for purchase. Saturday, plan tailgate picnic lunch in the parking lot, or enjoy one of the many dining options available near the church.

Graduate RecognitionHomeschool graduate recognition is Friday evening. Graduates should contact Janell Papke at cjpapke@yahoo.com or Kathleen Lenzen at NCHEA@windstream.net, or visit www.NCHEA.org for the graduate questionnaire, fees and related information. Parents of graduates must register for the C&CF and graduate recognition by March 15, 2015. The Keynote Session and Graduate Recognition are open to the public.

Exhibit and AdvertisingAdvertising in the syllabus and exhibitor space is available. For information, contact NCHEA@windstream.org or NCHEA@NCHEA.org. Advertising and exhibiting is at the discretion of the C&CF committee and denials are without comment.

CallsThe church does not sponsor this event and no calls should be directed to Indian Hills Community Church.

C&CF InformationPre-Registration Save $$$ when you register by March 15, 2015! Register online at www.NCHEA.org. Please save your online confirmation as record of registration. Or your canceled check is your confirmation. For quick and easy registration go to www.NCHEA.org. If you have any online registration questions, call after 6 p.m.: (402) 293-9476.

LodgingComfort Suites, 331 North Cotner Blvd.Call (402)325-8800 for reservations. Mention Nebraska Christian Home Educators to receive the discount. Hampton Inn, 5922 Vandervoort Dr.Call (402) 420-7800 or (800)HAMPTON for reservations. Or go online to www.LincolnSouthHeritagePark.HamptonInn.com. Mention NCHEA and code NCH for discount.

CDs and MP3sBuy your C&CF MP3s early and save $15. See the registration form for payment information. Remember, the C&CF includes more information than you can absorb in two days! You can purchase CDs and MP3s at the booth in the lobby if you miss a workshop. No personal recording devices allowed.

Exhibit HallsYour C&CF registration includes unlimited access to the Exhibit Halls featuring publishers, textbooks, and teaching materials. There is no discount to attend only the Exhibit Halls.

Free Friday NightKnow someone curious about homeschooling? The Friday evening keynote session is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Invite your interested friends, family, church members, and your neighbors to see the results of home education. All ages are welcome at the Friday evening keynote session and the Saturday closing session.

SolicitationNo unauthorized solicitation or distribution of material is permitted at the C&CF or in the parking lot.

ChildrenChildren may attend the C&CF with their parents. For safety and security, children must remain with a parent at all times. Due to space limitations and speaker requests, children may not attend workshop sessions. The exception to this is quiet, dependent nursing babies 12 months or younger. "Children" is defined as persons under the age of 18 years. Adult children living in the home who want to attend must pay and register for the conference. Parents may want to alternate attending workshops. One parent can shop the curriculum fair with children while the other parent attends a workshop. Non-homeschooling grandparents may attend the conference free with a paid attendee.On-site childcare is not available. A room is available for mothers to diaper or nurse babies or spend some quiet time. Workshops are recorded. A parent should sit near an exit and step out when an infant becomes noisy.

Take the Conference Speakers Home With You! Pre-order your C&CF MP3s on the

registration form. Save $15 with your early-bird discount.

2Featured SpeakersDr. Jason LisleInstitute for Creation Research

As Director of Research, Dr. Lisle leads ICR’s gifted team of scientists who continue to investigate and demonstrate the evidence for creation. He gradu-ated summa cum laude from Ohio Wesleyan University where he double-majored in physics and astronomy and minored in mathematics. He earned a master’s degree and a Ph.D. in astrophysics at the University of

Colorado. Dr. Lisle specialized in solar astrophysics and

Vicki is the mother of eight daughters, foster mom of over 50, and grandma to 17 wonderful grandbabies (so far). Vicki has homeschooled 17 children since 1988, alongside her husband Jim, and led a local support group of over 250 families for 14 years. She has served on the executive board and convention committee of the Home Educators Associa-

Featured Speakers

tion of Virginia and has addressed state and national conventions, university teacher organizations, and many mothers’ support groups. She is the author of My Homeschool Planner, Everyday Cooking, The Everyday Family Chore System, Home Education 101: A Men-toring Program for New Homeschoolers, High School 101: Blueprint for Success, and other homeschool and homemaking helps, and coordinates HSLDA’s Toddlers to Tweens and Group Services programs. Vicki has a heart for moms, with practical wisdom and encouraging words.

has made a number of scientific discoveries regarding the solar photosphere and has contributed to the field of general relativity. After completion of his research at the University of Colorado, Dr. Lisle began working in full-time apologetics ministry, focusing on the defense of Genesis. Dr. Lisle was instrumental in developing the planetarium at the Creation Museum in Kentucky, writing and directing popular planetarium shows including “The Created Cosmos.” Dr. Lisle speaks on topics relating to science and the defense of the Christian faith using logic and correct reasoning; he has authored numerous articles and books demonstrating that biblical creation is the only logical possibility for origins.

Vicki BentleyHSLDA – Early Childhood Specialist

Pam Gates from Child Diagnos-tics will be sharing information developed by Dianne Craft and focusing on the needs of spe-cial learners. Find out where the learning process is breaking down for your child and learn the cor-rective steps to help improve your childs learning and behavior.

As a homeschooling mother of six, Pam had a daughter with

Dyslexia. At age 8, Breanna was unable to remember

Pam GatesChild Diagnostics

letter sounds or spell her name. Using Brain Integration Therapy, Right Brain Teaching Strategies, and Targeted Nutritional Interventions, Breanna overcame her dys-lexia. She recently graduated summa cum laude from college and is in graduate school. Pam has been work-ing with Dianne Craft, teaching Right Brain methods for the past 13 years. She now conducts Personal Internet/Skype Consultations. In her convention workshops, she teaches parents and teachers around the country how to help struggling learners make at least a two-year leap in reading and writing in one year.

Workshop SpeakersShelli CookShelli, CCC-SLP, received her M.S. in Education in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Nebraska-Kearney and B.S. from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She has provided services in public and private schools, rehabilitation facilities, and private practice, including focus on reading instruction for more than 14 years. Shelli is on the Board of Directors of the Nebraska Dyslexia Association.

Gretchen GarrisonGretchen has been a Lincoln resident all of her life (apart from her college years). She taught 5th grade for 5 years at Lincoln Christian. In the middle of that adventure, she married her husband of now 14 years, Kyle. They homeschool their 3 boys and 1 girl (ages 5-11). When she is not spending

time at home or traveling about with her family & friends, she is probably reading (a lifelong love) or writing (a new found hobby). You can also often find her hanging out at www.odysseythroughnebraska.wordpress.com.

Carol KelseyCarol and her husband Darin have homeschooled their five children for nearly 16 years. Their three oldest children are now attending the colleges of their choice. The Kelseys earned their bachelor degrees at Crown College in Christian education and missions, respectively. They are active in teaching and leading in their local church. Carol has served as a convention consultant and workshop speaker with My Father’s World for a number of years. She offers refreshment and encouragement to the weary or worried homeschool parent as she shares insights and experiences from homeschooling traditional and special needs learners.

Janell PapkeJanell and her husband Clark have been homeschooling their three children for 18 years. Their oldest has graduated from their homeschool as well as college. Janell volunteers on the NCHEA Conference Committee. She is a Professional Organizer and owner of her

own organizing business, Chaos to Clutter Free. She loves to teach people how to save time, money, and stress and to simplify their lives through organization.

Thor and Kimberly ShrockThor is the owner of the Schrock Innovations Computer Company and host of the popular call-in radio show Compute This. Thor has taught customers and listeners how to tame their technology for more than 15 years. What began as a home-based computer repair business has grown into a thriving web design and development, and computer repair and retail business with locations in Lincoln, Omaha, and Papillion. Kimberly is a graduate of University Nebraska at Omaha, a former wedding photographer, and a graphic designer for Schrock Innovations. She and Thor have two beautiful children and Kimberly is in in her fourth year of homeschooling.

John BaylorJohn is the teacher and owner of Baylor Test Prep, a college consulting and ACT, SAT, and LSAT preparation company. John is a 1988 alumnus of Stanford University. Brief careers in banking, acting, and sportscasting convinced him that his true passion is teaching.

Annette Beasley Phil and Annette have been married for 30 years. They are parents of nine children, seven boys and two girls, as well as seven grandchildren. They have been homeschooling for over 25 years.

Henry BurkeHenry Burke is a Civil Engineer with a B.S.C.E. and M.S.C.E. He has been a Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) for 37 years and has worked as a Civil Engineer in construction for over 40 years. Mr. Burke had a successful 27-year career with a large construction company. Henry Burke serves

as a full-time volunteer to oversee various construction projects at West Hills Church and Grace University in Omaha. He has written numerous articles on education, engineering, construction, politics, taxes, and the economy. Most importantly, Henry is a life-long Christian who has given his life to Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.

Gwelda CarlsonGwelda has a M.A. and taught in public schools for more than 26 years, primarily as a special education teacher and RtI literacy teacher. She spent many years teaching in a Title I school system in Lincoln, Neb. Gwelda also taught preschool and Head Start. She is an academic tutor, focusing primarily on literacy instruction. She has provided literacy skills instruction at the university level and has provided numerous workshops and staff development sessions in reading. She is a past president of the Nebraska Dyslexia Association and currently serves on the Board of Directors.

Deanne CrawfordDeanne Crawford’s journey into homeschooling began after removing her oldest child from the neighborhood K-8 school. At that time, Deanne and her husband, Manuel, made the decision to bring Deanne home from her nursing career, to focus on the education of their children. Blessed with children on

both sides of the learning spectrum, she quickly learned to tailor her homeschool to best meet their individual needs. They served on their local homeschool board and convention committee, including a wide range of age-appropriate volunteer positions for their children. She sincerely believes homeschooling has been the greatest blessing to their family, and although was not the easiest thing she has ever done, it has definitely been her greatest accomplishment. Joining Rainbow Resources in 2011, Deanne is thankful to be able to be immersed in her passion of helping homeschool families through phone and convention consulting, workshop presentations and writing for Homeschooling Today magazine with Donna Krahn.

Workshop Speakers

Workshop ScheduleFriday, April 10

10–11 a.m.KEYNOTE ADDRESS

Charting Your Family's Course Vicki Bentley – AuditoriumVicki shares the secrets to mapping out a successful course of study. This workshop helps beginners to get a solid start in home education, and encourages veterans to re-examine goals and priorities. Includes a basic overview of different teaching approaches.

11:15 a.m.–Noon EXHIBITOR WORKSHOPS

Navigating the Exhibit Hall Tina Gould – 1404 New conference attendees can join us for a fun orientation session about conference vendors and speakers. Discover great tools for getting the most out of the conference.

Enjoy some great Exhibor Workshops during this session!

1–2 p.m.Your Origins MatterDr Jason Lisle – Auditorium This presentation shows the central importance of the history in Genesis to major Christian doctrines, and shows how the decline in society is connected to the increasing rejection of biblical creation. The defense of literal, historical Genesis is absolutely crucial to the success of the Church in its call to make disciples of all nations. Topics include the age of the Earth and the origin of death and suffering.

Right Brain Writing Pamela Gates – Chapel “Help! My teenager can’t even write a paragraph by himself.”“My child loves to ‘journal’, but won’t write an organized paragraph for anything.”“Loose thought patterns” plague many children and teens, particularly those suffering with Dysgraphia, ADD, or Auditory Processing Problems. They have difficulty thinking in an organized manner, and therefore cannot write in an organized manner - no matter how much practice they have had using various workbook and worksheet methods of teaching. When all other methods haven’t worked, Right Brain Paragraph and Composition Writing always works, even with total non-writers. This includes the unique Right Brain Webbing method which is unlike any other webbing method. The child’s paper will write itself! This is the method Dianne developed for use in her Resource Rooms in school for her gifted and

Danna SwartzDanna and her husband Patrick have volunteered with NCHEA for more than 10 years. They are both involved with teaching their six children in the home and work professionally as educators at Grace University and corporate training facilities. They love to work with new homeschool

families to help equip them for the mission ahead.

Eileen C. Vautravers, M.D.Dr. Vautravers received her M.D. from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine, where she also completed her pediatric residency. She was in private pediatric practice in Lincoln, Neb., for 31 years before retiring in 2006. While practicing, she enjoyed addressing the physical, emotional, and intellectual aspects of “her kids”. Her areas of expertise were allergies and learning disabilities. For more than 20 years, she witnessed the success of multi-sensory Orton-Gillingham instruction by tutors in the Nebraska Branch of IDA for patients she referred who struggled with reading. In 2008 she became a board member of the Nebraska Branch of IDA and in 2012 she became President of the Nebraska Dyslexia Association.

All Year LongAll year long the Nebraska Christian Home Educators Association, a not-for-profit organization formed in 1986, provides information, support, and training to home educators throughout the state. We encourage you to join hundreds of homeschooling families across Nebraska who share in the benefits of NCHEA membership. Your membership is important in strengthening the impact of the NCHEA with elected officials.

NCHEA Membership Benefitss Quarterly Newsletters Discounted Conference Registrations $20 HSLDA Membership Discount s Legislative Alertss Legislative Day

Register online atwww.NCHEA.org

Saturday, April 28

‘regular’ kids who could never write a paragraph to save their lives. By the end of the year she got 3-4 page papers from them. We have seen the same results in homeschool families across the country. No curriculum required….just a different method of teaching!”

Help! It's Time for Dinner and I Can't Find the Table Janell Papke – 1422-23Are you often amazed at the amount of stuff your family seems to generate? Do you need to conduct an archaeological dig to find the dining room table? Between the artwork, mail, outgrown clothes and schoolwork, it can be hard to control the chaos. What does it really mean to "be organized" and how can it help you? Learn 5 simple steps to help you organize any area of your home and get great tips to keep it that way.

Entering the High School Zone Deanne Crawford – 1112Does the idea of homeschooling a high school student strike fear deep into your heart? Or are you "in the trenches" of homeschooling high school and looking for direction. This practical workshop provides a road map for navigating: record keeping, graduation requirements, transcripts, apprenticeships, and PSAT/SAT and ACT testing. College and military opportunities are also discussed. Q & A time will get your questions answered!

Getting StartedVicki Bentley – 2430Are you overwhelmed by the options? Not sure where to begin? Good planning is the key to any successful road trip, so Vicki will walk you through a planning checklist to help you prepare for this homeschool journey! Topics include setting goals, choosing supplies and curriculum, lesson planning, and more—plus Six Tips for Success. Appropriate for any grade level.

2:30–3:30 p.m.Science Confirms Biblical Creation Dr. Jason Lisle – AuditoriumIn this presentation, we see that the evidence in several major fields of science confirms the Genesis account of creation, but is contrary to the expectations of evolutionists. Topics include: genetics, information science and math sciences such as geology and paleontology. Radiometric dating methods are also discussed. These topics are dealt with in an easy-to-understand way that nonscientists will enjoy.

Reading with a Purpose: Developing Comprehension SkillsGwelda Carlson – 1422-23To get the most out of reading, students need to read with a purpose. Reading is based on language ability, and comprehension is a learned skill that relies on a student's experiential background and reading level. Explore the reciprocal relationship between the growth in vocabulary and improvements in comprehension.

Level Headed Language ArtsDeanne Crawford – 1101-02Encompassing two of the three “R’s” of education, language arts can be a confusing labyrinth. Composition, grammar, handwriting, literature, reading comprehension, spelling, vocabulary–and don’t forget dictionary skills. Do you integrate them all or handle them separately. Each homeschool approach–classical, Charlotte Mason, and traditional–has its own perspective on the topic. Come sort through the maze of options and provide guidelines to help you choose the right approach for your family.

Ready, Set, GO!Danna Swartz – 1112How to start, where to find curriculum, when to school, and what a typical day looks like are some of the areas discussed. Get an understanding of Rule 12 and 13 and gain valuable information for your homeschool journey. This workshop is a MUST for new homeschoolers.

One Mess Less Stress Cooking Annette Beasley – 1101-02Meals, dishes, diapers, laundry, managing the home, raising godly children, and serving our husbands. That sounds like a wonderfully rich and fulfilling job description. But add homeschooling and you hear mothers across America screaming, "How can I possibly do it all?” “HELP!” From when mothers wake up, until a decision is made, we are hounded with the thought, "What will I make for supper???" Learn about One Mess Less Stress Cooking and helpful tips about meal preparation to involve your children to help meal time become more enjoyable.

Graduate Recognition

Attention Seniors!Join us for the Graduate Recognition during the NCHEA Conference and

Curriculum Fair on April 10 in Lincoln. Register by March 15 for this wonderful

evening at www.NCHEA.org.

Building a Generational Heritage of Faith Carol Kelsey – 1112What is a heritage and why is it important? Just as Christ made disciples and intentionally trained them to pass His salvation message to future generations, families have this same privilege. As we pass on our vision and passion for sharing the love of Christ to our children, future generations will know and love God! We have an incredible and joyous opportunity to build a heritage of faith to last for generations upon generations. Our children will make their own choices, but parents are called to help them build a sturdy foundation to make those choices with God’s will in mind. Learn from practical ideas and examples that will encourage you in your quest to build godly heritage to benefit future generations.

Holidays as Homeschool Curriculum Vicki Bentley – 2430Do you ever feel stuck in the day-to-day sameness of your school routine? If you circle the holidays on your calendar, you can have not just instant mini-units, but family fun and fond memories. Celebrate!

7–8:30 p.m. Keynote Address

followed by Graduate RecognitionJoin us in celebrating the hard work of graduates and their

families after the Keynote Address. This Keynote Address is free and open to the public.

4–5 p.m.Astronomy Reveals Creation Dr. Jason Lisle – AuditoriumIn this presentation, we explore the universe through “biblical glasses.” We see how the universe declares the glory of God and confirms the Bible throughout history and in modern science as well. Topics include the age of the universe, the design of the universe and others.

Right Brain Reading Pamela Gates – ChapelMany bright, hardworking kids struggle with reading. Can a child who is unable to read or who tests two or more years behind in reading be “caught up” in reading at home? YES! The Craft Right Brain Reading Method not only unravels the mystery of reading problems, but shows you step by step how to eliminate these reading blocks. Each participant in this workshop will receive: 1) A Quick Word Recognition Placement Test (to assess child’s current reading level); 2) Colored Reading Transparencies; 3) and a copy of the Daily Lesson Plan for the Struggling Reader. This four-day-a-week plan covers every reading component in a 45-55 minute teaching session. The BIG DIFFERENCE in these lessons is that traditional methods of teaching will be put aside. No more writing, memorizing, or workbooks. We will show you how to use your child’s strong Photographic Memory for learning Sight Words and Phonics sounds. Your child will love this method, because he/she will have instant success (usually learning 10 new Sight Words a week….spelling them forwards and backwards). This is a completely different approach than you have used before. We almost always see a two year growth in reading and spelling in one year! Works for teens and kids.

Beating Technology's Bad Rap Thor and Kimberly Schroeck – 1422-23Why introducing technology in your home doesn't have to end in zoned-out tech-addicted kids. Get tips for naturally integrating computers and tablets into your home in a positive and purposeful manner. We'll share the benefits of creating tech-savvy kids and share favorites apps, websites, programs, and uses for tech in our homeschool classroom.

Why Should We Avoid Common Core? Henry Burke – 2430Does Common Core impact home education? This presentation will describe how the Common Core Standards were adopted by the states and provide six reasons to avoid Common Core. In this workshop, the attendees will learn to differentiate between exemplary Type #1 education and poor Type #2 Common Core education.

Get Ready for

Civics in Actionduring the

9th Annual NCHEA Legislative Day

Teach your children how civic involvement makes a difference as state officials address

Nebraska issues and successes!

Watch Facebook and check www.NCHEA.org for specific date and times.

The event is free and open to all home-

school families in Nebraska.

Saturday, March 299–10 a.m.

The Ultimate Proof of Creation Dr. Jason Lisle – AuditoriumThis powerful presentation holds true to its title: it shows how Christians can demonstrate with absolute certainty that the biblical account of creation is true. Any alternative to biblical creation is irrational, and cannot make sense of laws of logic, nor morality, no the methods of science. This gives Christians an absolutely irrefutable argument for the Christian faith, even if they have little knowledge of the sciences. Also included are practical tips on how to refute nonbiblical views on origins.

Right Brain Math Pamela Gates – ChapelFor some children, math is a monster! They hate it and always feel dumb when doing it. Math is almost always taught in a left brain manner. You can teach it in a right brain manner! These children often have difficulty learning math facts. They tend to do poorly on tests, because they ‘forget’ how to do the math processes (division, fractions, algebra, etc.) In this workshop you will learn how to help your children 1) Permanently store the math facts in their long term memory; 2) Permanently store math processes in their long term memory (from Adding to Algebra). Use these fast, effective, right brain strategies at home to reduce math frustration and tears!

Ready, Set, GO!Danna Swartz – 1422-23How to start, where to find curriculum, when to school, and what a typical day looks like are some of the areas discussed. Get an understanding of Rule 12 and 13 and gain valuable information for your homeschool journey. This workshop is a MUST for new homeschoolers.

Homeschooling High School—Preparing Your Teen Spiritually, Mentally and AcademicallyCarol Kelsey – 1101-02The decision to homeschool your high school student is often surrounded by doubt and worry, and sometimes questioned by bewildered friends and relatives. Do you have questions about how to prepare your teens for the world that awaits them? Join Carol as she shares practical ideas, heart-felt advice, and real-life experiences as a mom who has graduated three of her own.

Organized (well almost): Time Management for Busy Moms Vicki Bentley – 2430As a busy mom, do you sometimes struggle with lesson planning, keeping the house somewhat presentable, teaching, doing the laundry, and getting dinner on the table the same day you homeschool? Come get practical tips and encouragement from a fellow homeschool mom of many. Your husband and children will thank you, and you will have hope for another day of science and language arts!

10:30–11:30 a.m.A Pediatrician's Perspective on Learning ProblemsEileen Vautravers, M.D. – ChapelThis session will review the physical, emotional and cognitive disorders that influence a child's ability to learn. How can parents and educators recognize these problems? What can parents of a learning disables child do? Learn answers to these questions and more.

Counting to Calculus: The Importance of a Strong Foundation in Elementary MathDeanne Crawford – 1422-23Providing children a solid foundation in math is key. Yet experts can't seem to agree on the best way for children to learn. Drill to instill (or is that kill?) or math discovery? Skills based or Think like a Mathematician? Memorize facts or calculator dependence? Does it really matter how children learn to do math as long as they learn? Come explore the two main theories on elementary math education and examine curricula and non-curricula options for building a strong foundation in the early years.

Integrating Younger Children into Your School Day Carol Kelsey – 1101-02“What will I do with my preschooler while teaching the other kids?” Has that question ever crossed your mind? Preschoolers and toddlers are precious and their learning needs are unique. Integrating them into your busy day can be easy and fun! This workshop provides many ways to use multi-sensory educational toys and household items to engage, educate, and occupy young ones. Whether your youngster is the oldest or is a younger child who wants to do school, too, learn how to create a family learning lifestyle that meets the needs of everyone in your home.

Is College a Good Investment of a Waste of Time and Money?John Baylor – 1112Hear from an expert who has helped prepare families for college for over 20 years. This descussion will also give you the tools to motivate your child to see the value of a college education.

Homeschooling on a Shoestring Budget Vicki Bentley – 2430Homeschooling doesn’t have to cost hundreds of dollars per child. Vicki homeschooled seven at a time while their family was without a fulltime income for four years, sometimes spending less than $100 per year.

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. SUPPORT GROUP LEADER LUNCH

Support group leaders meet in Room 1101-1102 for lunch and fellowship. Vicki Bentley will join at noon for her

presentation Fishing 101: Mentoring Groups in Action. Bring your own lunch or pre-order sack lunch.

PREGISTRATION is required.

Fishing 101: Mentoring Groups in Action Vicki Bentlley – 1101-02

Learn how to meet the needs of your newer families without losing the veterans. What is a mentoring group?

Hear how some groups have mobilized their veteran homeschoolers to help pass the baton to the new families.

Vicki discusses various types of mentoring programs available, practical ideas for success, and the benefits to your support group. Sample materials will be available.

1–2 p.m. Evolution and Errors in ReasoningDr. Jason Lisle – AuditoriumThis talk addresses logic, and logical fallacies (errors in reasoning). In particular, fallacies that are often used by evolutionists are thoroughly explored. This guide to logic will help the Christian to identify mistakes in the reasoning of the critics and thereby refute anti-biblical rhetoric.

One Mess LEss Stress Cooking Annette Beasley – ChapelMeals, dishes, diapers, laundry, managing the home, raising godly children, and serving our husbands. That sounds like a wonderfully rich and fulfilling job description. But add homeschooling and you hear mothers across America screaming, "How can I possibly do it all?” “HELP!” From when mothers wake up, until a decision is made, we are hounded with the thought, "What will I make for supper???" Learn about One Mess Less Stress Cooking and helpful tips about meal preparation to involve your children to help meal time become more enjoyable.

Art Across Nebraska Gretchen Garrison – 1422-23As a mom, if a school project involves messes (real or imagined), we might save that one until later. If we were to admit that one content area is less of a priority, often art tops the list. We relegate our brushes to the back of the cupboard and push aside our paints, hoping to get to that someday. While production is one element of art, this subject area contains so much more. All of us were created in the image of a magnificent Creator, and we reflect Him in our gifts and abilities. Focusing on the forgotten art elements of art history, criticism

and aesthetics, this workshop will inspire you to make art more of a feature in your homeschool. The presenter does not consider herself to be particularly artistic, in fact, her classroom students years ago often joked about her drawing expertise, yet her children still have a strong foundation of art. Using art found across Nebraska as inspiration, she will give you encouraging suggestions on how you can make art more of a priority.

It's Never Too Early to Start Preparing John Baylor – 1112Come learn what to do when in middle school and high school so your child attends an excellent college within your budget. John will give you the game plan: important activities, testing strategies, etc. Be pro-active and see your child and your budget reap the benefits.

Compute This: Homeschool EditionThor and Kimberly Schrock – 2430Bring your computer and technology questions for a spin on Thor Schrock's computer talk call-in radio show Compute This. Get tips for buying a computer that will last, foolproof virus and malware protection, and keeping your kids safe on the internet. We'll discuss what tech skills your children will need when they graduate and host a Q&A on everything from common computer problems to choosing a tablet.

3–4 p.mKEYNOTE ADDRESS

Dinosaurs and the Bible Dr. Jason Lisle – AuditoriumThis talk addresses logic, and logical fallacies (errors in reasoning). In particular, fallacies that are often used by evolutionists are thoroughly explored. This guide to logic will help the Christian to identify mistakes in the reasoning of the critics and thereby refute anti-biblical rhetoric.

Struggling Learner?The Nebraska Dyslexia Association will be doing dyslexia testing during the confer-

ence for children.

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Music Drama Teaching Friendships

‘For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will save it.’ Luke 9:24

This year’s Kids Conference is excited to present!The Quest!!Youth ages 5-12 are invited to enroll in this two-day

program as we engage in captivating drama, songs, Scripture memory, object lessons, hands-on projects and

games. Students attending the Kids Conference will journey back into!medieval!history as they!join a young boy

on his quest for knighthood. Through the lives of valiant!men and women, they will be challenged to serve others

and give!their!lives for the honor and glory of our true King, Jesus Christ.!

This program should not be viewed as merely child-care. It is intended to deliver a Bible-based character

message in a memorable and fun way. Since a portion of this program will involved age-integrated small groups,

families may request that siblings stay together.

NCHEA Kids Conference Presents:

R e g i s t e r T o d a y !

Music Drama Teaching Friendships

My little children, let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed and in truth. 1 John 3:18

NCHEA Kids’ Conference is excited to present LEGACY! Youth (ages 5-12) are invited to enroll in this two-day program as we engage in captivating drama, songs, Scripture memory, object lessons, hands-on projects and games.

This program should not be viewed as merely child-care. It is intended to deliver a Bible-based character message in a memorable and fun way. Since a portion of this program will involve age-integrated small groups, families may request that siblings stay together.

“All aboard for a riveting drama of intrigue, suspense, and treasure. Five orphans set out across Europe to recover their parentsÕ valuable inheritance. The tracks get rough as a band of rufÞans are on the hunt as well....

Children chug full steam into the thrilling adventure, learning along the way that the most precious treasure - wisdom - is worth seeking with all your heart.”

April 10-11, 2015

Register today!

LEGACY

- the treasure worth seeking.

Finding wisdom

NCHEA Kids’ Conference Presents:

April 10-11, 2015 Capital City Christian Church 7800 Holdrege St Lincoln, NE

Parents/Guardians must:! Pre-register and attend the Nebraska Christian Home Educators Association. (NCHEA) Conference. ! Pre-register/pre-pay for each child by mailing in the registration below OR register online at www.nchea.org ! Submit a signed hard copy of the Medical Release/Permission form prior to registration deadline. ! Provide a sack lunch(es) -- no refrigeration

Parents are welcome to check on their children at any time. Only a parent or authorized individual may remove a child from the care of the Kids’ Conference staff. Please remember - children may NOT accompany parents returning to the daytime NCHEA Conference. Your prompt adherence to the time schedule below is appreciated!

REGISTRATION *Early Bird Registration (Postmarked by March 13th) $30 for the Þrst child and $20 for each additional sibling.

*Late Registration (Postmarked between March 14th-27th) $40 for the Þrst child and $30 for each additional sibling. Please direct your mailed-in registration or questions to:

Addie Ridge, Registration Coordinator 516 Logan St,!Holdrege, NE 68949 ——- (308) 830-3945 nchea4kids@nchea.org

Friday8:45 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. Check-in 4:45 p.m. - 5:00p.m. Dismissal Saturday8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Check-in 4:00 p.m. - 4:30p.m. Dismissal

(NOTE: building MUST be cleared by 4:30 p.m.)

R eg ister TODAY !Child:_____________________ Age:_____ M/F Child:_____________________ Age:_____ M/F Child:_____________________ Age:_____ M/F Child:_____________________ Age:_____ M/F Child:_____________________ Age:_____ M/F Address:_____________________________ City:________________ State:____Zip:______ Phone: _____________________________ Parent(s) Name: _________________________

Yes, place my children in the same small group. $30 for the Þrst child. $20 each additional sibling.

Tax included

¥ Check Payable to: NCHEA

¥ Pre-registration/Pre-payment required! Register online at www.nchea.org . Admission cost is the same whether child attends one or two days. SPACE IS LIMITED! See website for current registration status and refund policy. Onsite registrations are NOT permitted.

¥ Please print an email address below to receive conÞrmation of registration.

Email:_______________________________________ See www.nchea.org for more details.

This event is not sponsored by Capital City Christian Church.

No calls should be directed to the church facility.

LEGACY

- the treasure worth seeking.

Finding wisdom

Are you ready to infiltrate opposing ideologies and defend your faith?

Join us and prepare to: Clearly present the gospel to others.• Memorize and answer 10-15 challenges to the Biblical account of • Creation. Identify logical fallacies in everyday objections to the Christian • Worldview.Clearly defend your faith against cultural attacks. •

Amazing evidences from "Creation Training Initiative" will build your arsenal of defense. Strategic information in "Discerning Truth", by Dr. Jason Lisle, will improve reasoning skills. Researching the background on Lucy, Nebraska Man, and other stories will give you the facts.

Come and discover why what you believe about Creation truly matters!

Register online at www.NCHEA.org Conference is at Indian Hills Community Church, 1000 84th St., Lincoln

Cost$30 per Teen for the conference and $20 for each additional sibling.

$12 for lunch: Pizza--Friday; Sandwiches--Saturday (or bring your own, no frig)

ScheduleFriday: Registration 8:30 a.m., Conference 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday: Registraion 8 a.m., Conference 9 a.m.-2:45 p.m.Parents should meet their teens in the south lobby of the church at 2:45 p.m.

Parents/Guardians must:Preregister for the parent C&CF.•Preregister and prepay for each teen online or with enclosed form.•SendasignedcopyoftheonlineMedicalReleaseFormandIndemnificationAgreementprior•to March 15, 2015, to Jean Bennett, 2408 S. 18th St., Lincoln, NE 68502. Questions -- contact-bennett@nchea.org

Teen ConferenceCreation Training Initiative

This apologetics course is taught by Pastor Timothy Schmidt and Deb Badeer.

Teen Conference Registration FormReturn this form or register online BEFORE MARCH 15 at www.NCHEA.org

Teen 1___________________________________________________________

Teen 2 __________________________________________________________

Teen 3 __________________________________________________________

Parent's Name ________________________________________________________

Address __________________________________________________________________________

City_____________________________________ State ________ Zip __________________

Phone ( _____ ) _____________ E-mail ______________________E-mail _______________________

LUNCH

__ Yes, I am purchasing lunch Friday and Saturday. $12/teen $ ____

Registration

__ Yes, I am registering ___ teen/s. $30/first $ ____ $20/additional $ ____ TOTAL $ _____

Fill out the Medical Release and Indemnification forms found online at www.NCHEA.org. Before your registration is complete, these forms must be returned to:Jean Bennett, Teen Conference Registrar, 2408 S. 18th St., Lincoln, NE 68502

Questions? Contact after 6 p.m.: Jean Bennett, (402) 435-5717, Bennett@NCHEA.org

NCHEA C&CF Registration FormSend in this form or register online BEFORE MARCH 15 at www.NCHEA.org

Husband (first) ______________________________ (last)__________________________________Wife (first) _________________________________ (last) __________________________________Address __________________________________________________________________________City_____________________________________ State ________ Zip __________________Phone ( _____ ) _____________ E-mail ______________________E-mail _______________________

Conference and Membership Pricing for 2015$45 for individual/couple registration ($55 at the door) and includes C&CF Registration and NCHEA member-ship If a current member, your membership will be extended for 12 months. If you do not want NCHEA mem-bership, contact XXX@NCHEA.org to have your name removed from the membership roster. $45/couple $ _____ Grandparent — Not home educating may attend free with a paid family member. $ FREEGrandparent Name __________________________________________

Additional Activities and Opportunities__ Yes, I am a Support Group leader, and I will be attending the huddle on Saturday. Special Feature__ Yes, I would like to preorder a sack lunch for the Support Group Huddle Saturday. $6/lunch $ ______ Yes, I would like an extra Syllabus for $10 each. $10/syllabus $ ______ Yes, I would like to volunteer: oFri a.m. oFri p.m. oSat a.m. oSat p.m.

Conference MP3s___Yes, I want to pre-purchase the C&CF MP3 set and get a $15 early-bird discount.. $85/full set $ ____

Donations___Yes, I am donating to NCHEA. NCHEA is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit. Gifts are not tax deductible. $____ TOTAL $ ______

Newsletter Yes, I would like to receive the NCHEA News via oE-mail oU.S. Mail

Support Group__Yes, I am a member of a local support group. Support group name ________________________________ Yes, I am a support group leader. Leadership Position ________________________________________

Help Us Serve You BetterHow many years have you homeschooled? ___0 ___1-3 ___4-6 ___7-9 ___10-12 ___13+The best thing about the NCHEA is _________________________________________________?What topics/speakers would you like at the C&CF? _____________________________________

Kids Conference __ Yes, my children are attending the conference, and I have mailed Kids Conference Registration, signed Medical Release and Indemnification forms, and fees to: Addie Ridge, Registration Coordinator, 516 Logan St., Holdrege, NE 68949, (308)830-3945, nchea4kids@nchea.org

Teen Conference___Yes, my teen is attending the Teen Conference and I have mailed the Teen Conference Registration, signed Medical Release and Indemnification forms, and fees to: Jean Bennett, Teen Conference Registrar, 2408 S. 18th, Lincoln, NE 68502.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE — MARCH 15, 2015Mail this form (postmarked by March 1) and your check made payable to NCHEA to

Jeff Bennett, C&CF Registrar, 2408 S. 18th, Lincoln, NE 68502Credit card payment can be made by registering online at www. NCHEA.org. When you pre-register and pay online, you will receive an email confirmation. Your canceled check will be your confirmation. Checks postmarked after March 15 will not be processed and

can be picked up at the C&CF.

re you, or a homeschool family you know, facing a crisis or experiencing ongoing hardship? Would you like to help other families continue to homeschool through hard times? Whether you are in need of support or not, you can play a unique role in encouraging hundreds of homeschool families—in Nebraska, the United States, and even internationally.

Spread the WordThe Home School Foundation's (HSF) mission is to bless homeschool families during times of crisis and to further the cause of home education. The HSF is the charitable arm of the Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) and was founded in 1994 as a non-profit 501(c)(3). These organiza-tions are very closely tied in their missions to help and support the homeschool community. In the last fiscal year, the HSF raised over $2 million of which 91% was used to help hurting homeschool families, coordinate services to them, and defend homeschool freedoms. The HSF maintains very low overhead costs and a high level of fiduciary accountability to get the resources redistributed directly into the hands of homeschool families in need.

Get HelpHSF assists homeschool families with specific needs … widows, single parents, special needs, military families, cur-riculum relief, disaster relief, and more. Many families have benefited from the HSF’s Compassion Fund, which represents nearly one-third of all of the funds that are granted by HSF to qualified homeschoolers. Take a moment to read the stories of some former recipients of HSF assistance at www.home-schoolfoundation.org. Review the specific funds and apply for any fund that you believe relates to your situation.

Ambassador Spotlight Family – A Family Pays it Forward“Why don’t you consider applying for assistance through the Home School Foundation?” After completing a speaking engagement about “Homeschooling through Hard Times” in 2011 with Mike Smith, President of HSLDA, his words of advice caught me off guard. Yes, we had faced a very difficult year as our oldest son had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of leukemia in 2010. Medical bills and other unforeseen costs of coping with such a difficult illness had been a chal-lenging road to travel. But surely there were other people who needed the help more than we did. At best, I was only vaguely familiar with the scope of what the HSF provides so I set aside the idea for a while.

However, the Lord kept placing the option in front of me, and I eventually did apply that year for assistance through HSF’s Compassion Fund option. We were blessed and thrilled when the assistance came through. It came at just the right time as we faced another year of deductibles to meet while still trying to afford the appropriate school materials for our three

sons. The next year, without even asking, the current State Ambassador for our state submitted our family’s name for additional assistance out of the Ambassador State Fund. Another year was upon us and the volunteers and staff at the HSF had continued to follow our family’s journey and pray for us all while we persisted to help our son and were away from home for nine months; seeking treatment for our son at four different internationally-known medical institutions. The prayer cards, e-mails, and notes we received were so encouraging and they even sent us a gift check for Christ-mas.

Through the generosity of HSF and others, we never wor-ried about whether or not we could continue homeschooling our boys. Our sons were with each other every day, and no matter what state we lived in at the time, we were all to-gether. Even though we had to say goodbye to our precious son for a season and while all else changed around us, our homeschooling structure connected us together and we have no regrets. These are the ultimate gifts of what homeschool-ing and HSF have given to our family. So for the love and continued support of the HSF as the hands and feet of Christ in our family and in the lives of others, we are forever grate-ful. So grateful, in fact, that I decided to become the HSF State Ambassador for my state to “pay it forward.”The Gary Family in Arizona Give HelpThere are so many ways to support homeschool families in need. Give to the Nebraska State Ambassador Fund or to one of the other HSF funds that warms your heart. Give of your time and energy by becoming a Community Ambas-sador for your homeschool group. Ambassadors become the hands and feet of Christian service as they represent the HSF at local events and as they find homeschool families in need and minister to them through service projects and fundraisers. HSF needs several ambassadors in every state, and right now Nebraska has only one!

Join UsKathryn Dillow (NE State Ambassador) is spreading the word about HSF as she is reaching out to as many Nebraska homeschool groups as possible. The Ambassador Program will build upon the existing network and enhance support throughout the homeschool community. To learn more about the HSF Ambassador Program and become involved in its hands-on ministry to hurting homeschooling families, contact Kathryn Dillow, Neb. State Ambassador at ambassa-dordillow@gmail.com. To apply to become an ambassador, visit www.homeschoolfoundation.org/volunteer and use the “Become an Ambassador” button at the bottom of the page.

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