Listen in as several homeschool state leaders share about the value of homeschool conventions in their states. Should you go to an in-person convention this year? Is online encouragement enough?  In Episode 61 of The Hey, Mama! Homeschool Show—“Are Conventions Really Worth Attending?” Heather chats with Paul and Gena Suarez of The Old Schoolhouse®, Tauna Meyer of OCEANetwork, Anne Miller of HEAV, Kim Blom of Homeschool Iowa, and Rob Prigge of MACHE. These leaders are filled with a wealth of information that you need to hear! 

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Connect with Homeschool+

Today’s episode is sponsored by Homeschool+, a customizable homeschool curriculum designed by the creators of ABCmouse. Go to HomeschoolPlus.com for more information.

Connect with The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine 

For more on today’s topic, click on the links to these recent articles from The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine:

• “Confessions of a Homeschool Veteran”
• “Ten Rules for Homeschool Convention Etiquette”
• “Put New Wind in Your Sail! Attend a State or Local Homeschool Convention”

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Do you have the new and enhanced TOS App? It’s the hub for homeschooling. You can access all The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine articles—and more—wherever you go, whenever you need them. Search for homeschooling topics important to you. You’ll find curriculum choices, resources, homeschool advice, help, and encouragement. The app content is updated weekly. The TOS App is now better than ever, and it’s free. You can find the TOS App on Google Play or download at the App Store today! HomeschoolApp.com

Connect with SchoolhouseTeachers.com 

SchoolhouseTeachers.com is a family-friendly Christian homeschool resource for PreK–12. Many state homeschool organizations offer a discount to this incredible membership site through their unique code. Sign up through your state’s organization (or a nearby state) to receive a deep discount.

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The Homeschool Minute is a weekly eNewsletter for anyone homeschooling or considering starting. It’s brief yet packed with a powerful dose of encouragement to keep you going strong in your commitment to your family and to the Lord. Subscribe to the free homeschool newsletter.

Connect with Upcoming Episodes

New episodes of the Hey, Mama! Homeschool Show are released every Monday. Check back right here for show notes and links at HomeschoolShow.com. Here’s what you can look forward to next:  

• 4/1/24: Episode 62—“How to Homeschool When Mom Is Sick and Tired” hosted by Deborah Wuehler of The Old Schoolhouse®
• 4/8/24: Episode 63—“Myth Busters: Socialization and Isolation” hosted by Stephanie Morrison of The Old Schoolhouse®
• 4/15/24: Episode 64—“What Do Homeschool Graduates Look Like?” hosted by Christine Weller of SchoolhouseTeachers.com 

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