Homeschool Introductory Seminars

As more families consider the option of teaching their children at home, it is imperative that a comprehensive introduction to the how, what, why and where of home schooling be available year around. CHEC's professionally-presented introductory seminar meets this need with valuable training and information, such as...

-Things to consider before beginning
-Learning styles and teaching styles
-Support groups
-Record keeping and scheduling
-Special needs children
-Junior high and high school (curriculum, diplomas, transcripts)
-The home school law in Colorado
-How to be successful in your home school
-Success of home schooling and the philosophy of home schooling
-Answers to objections (socialization, etc.)
-What to do to avoid burnout

The seminar includes video and overhead presentations, and is conducted by veteran home schoolers.

Each attendee will receive a syllabus with a copy of the homeschool law and other vital information.

There will be an extensive selection of curriculum and academic supplements available for your perusal and purchase, to help you get a good start on your homeschooling journey.

The seminar is priced in such a way as to make it available to everyone. The full session (from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm) costs $30. A spouse or child may come for no additional charge. The Homeschooling Introductory Seminar is crucial for those seriously considering homeschooling. To register for the next seminar, please download the Registration Form and mail with payment to CHEC, 10431 S Parker Rd, Parker, CO 80134

Our Presenters

Nancy Casterline

Nancy has been homeschooling her children since 1979. She holds a Bachelor's Degree In Psychology. Nancy was part of the team that wrote and revised the CHEC Comprehensive Guide to Home Education in Colorado, contributing to the Special Needs section. Along with Kevin Lundberg, Nancy was instrumental in making the Introductory Seminars a reality. Nancy is mother to 3 girls and 3 boys, 5 of whom are graduates, grandmother to 3 with the fourth on the way(2009). Her heart is to educate and encourage beginning homeschoolers and those who have accepted the challenge to homeschool their children with special needs. Over the years Nancy has counseled and encouraged 100's of families to both begin and continue their homeschool journey. Presently Nancy is part of the team called the "office staff".

Steve and Vicki Lewis
Steve and Vicki have been homeschooling their four children since 1986. Vicki holds a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Education. Since the early days of the movement, Steve and Vicki have served the homeschooling community in various ways - working as a support group leader, helping to write and revise the CHEC Comprehensive Guide to Home Education in Colorado, and presenting workshops at homeschool conferences. They especially enjoy equipping new homeschoolers through the Introductory Seminars offered throughout the year.

Kevin Swanson
Homeschooled himself in the 60's and 70's, Kevin has been active in the home education from the beginning of the movement. Now a second generation homeschooler with five children, Kevin and his wife Brenda homeschool in the hinterlands of Elbert County, Colorado. Kevin serves as Executive Director of Christian Home Educators of Colorado, and speaks regularly around the country and across the world on home education. He is host of "Generations," a radio program networked across Colorado radio stations.

Marty and Judy Widmark
Marty and Judy have been home educating since 1992. They have been blessed with three children, Lindsay (23), Meredith (20), and Will (10), two of whom have graduated from home education and are both married and expecting Marty & Judy's first grandchildren this spring. The Widmark family continues to enjoy home education and desires to serve the homeschool community.

Todd and Kim Storrie

Todd and Kim Storrie, parents of ten more “chapters,” began formally educating their children at home in 1991. Their oldest three, daughters, have “graduated” and are currently pursuing their own business adventures and interests, as well as helping to run their home and assist in teaching their younger siblings. They also serve within their church and community. The remainder of our “book” continue to be discipled at home. Todd and Kim have served as volunteers with CHEC in various capacities over the past 14 years.

Scott and Andie Davidson

Scott and Andie have been homeschooling since 2004. They have been blessed with six children and hope for many more! The Davidson family is new to the Parker area and Scott is serving as the CHEC Events Coordinator. They enjoy spending time together as a family, building relationships with other believers and have a heart to help other families dig deeper into God's Word to better glorify Him in their home life.

Tell your friends about the seminars! Scheduled dates for upcoming seminars are:

Upcoming Dates:

September 19 - Denver Metro

November 14th - Denver Metro

January 9th - Denver Metro

(These dates are subject to change. Please call the CHEC office at 720-842-4852 or 1-877-842-CHEC to confirm the location and time of the workshop you would like to attend.)

Locations: (subject to change, so please call and confirm location.)

Denver Metro:

Grace Baptist Church

10431 South Parker Road, Parker, CO 80134 (Back side of strip mall that faces Parker Road, i.e. the second driveway on the right, once you are on Plaza.)

Colorado Springs:

New Life Church

New Life Drive (off of Voyager Parkway and CO 83)

Colorado Springs, CO 80921

719-594-6602 (New Life Church)

There will also be workshops for beginners at our conference in June. Check out the State Conference under the Events category for more information on this opportunity.