E•vent Library

At “such a time as this,” every moment counts... especially during the formative years of high school. With so many beneficial opportunities available, homeschooling parents need to be very wise in designing their students’ high school curriculum track. The challenge can be daunting. The problem is not that there is a shortage of choices, but, rather, that there is an over-abundance of good choices! Dr. James Stobaugh shows how to plan an educational curriculum that will make this time of life fruitful and productive for your high schoolers.

Doing well on the SAT can open doors of opportunity that will enable our children to become world changers for Christ. In light of the changes introduced in the 2005 SAT I, this workshop is especially relevant. James Stobaugh, an official Collegeboard grader, will share specific insights concerning the essay portion of the SAT I.

Dr. Robert Epstein’s research shows that many serious problems in American teens are due in large part to isolation from responsible adults. Public schools not only isolate teens from their families and the benefits of work, but they also trap teens with peers during most of their waking hours.

In this webinar, Dr. Epstein will discuss these issues, with special focus on the myth that schooling is important for "socialization."

"Peers are the last people on earth from whom teens should be learning," says Dr. Epstein. "Socialization needs to occur with people of all ages, and especially with responsible adults, and the kind of socialization that occurs in our schools, especially our middle and high schools, is often bizarre, driven mainly by the media and fashion industries."

As we travel through this life, we see signs or guideposts that give us direction, warning or encouragement. Children need those guideposts. They need positive, godly guideposts. Parents are God's agents for setting up those guideposts. In this workshop, Dr. Fred Worth will discuss the different kinds of guideposts that are needed and how to intentionally set them up for the protection, guidance and encouragement of our children.

Teaching driver’s education at home can seem like a daunting prospect—but it doesn’t have to be. When Texas became the first state to approve of parent-taught driver education and training in 1996, it set a precedent for what is, today, a recommended strategy for producing safe teenage drivers. As parents, your input in your child’s education is invaluable, and driver’s education is no exception. Join Wayne and find out how to help your child stay safe and drive well. He’ll discuss why it’s essential to use a curriculum for driver’s education and how to choose a good training program, as well as the principles and practices of safe driving.

Teaching your teenager to drive can be real eye-opener, for both of you! Understanding the key components of a training program as well as the standards for teaching driver’s education can significantly improve the teaching and learning experience for you and your child. Join Steve as he takes you through the step-by-step process of teaching a young mind the principles of driving safely. Not only will he share what’s changed in the realm of driver’s education over the last 10 to 20 years, but he’ll also share tips for keeping it rigorous and for staying calm and in control while instructing your child behind the wheel (with or without the option of a second brake).

If your high school student is considering military enlistment, you may have many questions beyond, “Where do we sign up?” Deputy Director of HSLDA Federal Relations Jeremiah Lorrig has been helping homeschoolers enlist in the military for over three years. In this session, he will walk you through a typical recruitment process and answer your questions along the way. Jeremiah will outline the necessary paperwork and enlistment requirements, and will address potential misunderstandings and possible complications that homeschooled enlistees may encounter. During the presentation, you will have the opportunity to ask Jeremiah your specific questions regarding military enlistment.

In a culture that is intent on bending the definitions of male and female, it is crucial that Christian fathers and mothers make an intentional and counter-cultural move to raise real men to serve God, family, and country in the challenging years ahead. Hal and Melanie explain both the threat to our boys’ masculine identity and the Biblical way out — and the opportunity that gives us to train real leaders for the next generation.

Interested in the book "Raising Real Men"? Check it out at the HSLDA bookstore!

You can have the best homeschooling year ever! Your vision will in large measure determine your success. In this session we will explore three topics that lay a vital foundation for the success of your homeschool adventure and that will bring out the best in your children as well.

First, we will discuss the power and purpose that God has invested in your home and family—and in you as a parent. We will also consider the importance of helping your children establish a strong identity, which will enable them to withstand peer pressure as they grow older. We will consider the topic of identity within the context of being image-bearers of God, and ways to develop a strong family identity.

Next, we will identify some simple but dynamic guidelines for strengthening the relationships in your home to provide a strong foundation for both teaching and learning. We will discuss the importance of investing ourselves in the lives of our children—looking at the importance of time and personal presence.

Third, we will learn how to discover and recognize the gifts, strengths, learning styles, and special purposes God has placed within your children. We will also discuss ways to minimize conflict in your home and school day.

These first three tools lay the groundwork for providing stimulating and creative academics in a supportive and loving environment. Our goal is to train children who love the Lord, know how to engage their culture for Christ, and can use their gifts to serve those around them while bringing glory to God. (This webinar is based on Zan's book, 7 Tools for Cultivating Your Child's Potential.)

You are not only your child’s teacher, you are also his guidance counselor! Find out how to maneuver through the entire college admissions process, from narrowing down the selection of colleges to filling out college applications, applying for financial aid, and asking the right questions that will help you discern whether your child is spiritually, academically, and emotionally prepared for college.

You were created to make a difference. You were made for something big. So why does everyday life seem to get in the way?

Award-winning author and speaker Daniel Schwabauer believes the answer may be simpler, yet more challenging than you suppose. Often, what happens during and after the formative teen years can smother the life-purpose of many believers.

Discover the plain truth of how you and your children can change history by pursuing your God-given destiny! In this inspiring webinar, Schwabauer shares how you can live your life with meaning and purpose—and change the world in your spare time.

As a homeschooling parent, you want to teach your kids to cultivate big dreams and aspirations for the future—but you can’t get that kind of education from a textbook! In this webinar, homeschooling mother and veteran volunteer Billie Jo Youmans shares how your homeschool program can benefit from a “service learning” approach. By incorporating intentional volunteer activities, you can give your children hands-on learning experiences that will not only cultivate Christ-like character, but also expand their future educational opportunities. Billie Jo walks you through both spiritual and academic considerations and shows you how to practically implement this approach. Help your students achieve predetermined learning objectives, acquire core skills, and enhance their educational portfolio through service learning!

Have you ever had a war break out in the middle of history or had a math lesson last three hours? Homeschooling boys can be a huge challenge for those of us raised in our feminized schools. Come hear from a mother that has taught six boys at one time from Kindergarten to 12th grade share how to turn wiggle worms into scholars and boys into real men!

Did you miss the Young's first e-vent "Raising Real Men"? If so, you can find it in our archives! Just click the blue "archive" button above.

Interested in the book "Raising Real Men"? Check it out at the HSLDA bookstore!

Angry outbursts. Harsh words. Impatience. Arguments. Temper tantrums. Tears of frustration . . . . Do you feel like you are always pushing your children’s hot buttons? Are you trapped in a vicious cycle? Are you longing for someone to help you diagnose the problem and show you how to walk your children through dealing with their angry feelings constructively?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you will not want to miss this @home e-vent. In a straightforward and compassionate presentation, author, lecturer, biblical counselor and father Lou Priolo will dig below the surface of children’s anger problems and identify some of the most common ways parents tend to provoke their children to anger. He will come alongside parents and provide hope, encouragement, and knowledge to help them enable their children to conquer and control their anger.

Interested in Lou Priolo's book "The Heart of Anger"? Click here to check it out at our bookstore!

Got questions about child behavior? What is the most effective discipline method? Does the Bible have specific advice about raising children and being a godly parent that will work in the 21st century?

Well, get ready for answers during this e-vent! John Rosemond—father, grandfather, parenting expert, and syndicated author—will be joining us for an e-vent focused entirely on answering your questions! John is a family psychologist with more than 35 years experience working with parents to improve the quality of life in their families and promotes a traditional approach to raising children.

Join John as he helps you to see through the muddy water (sometimes known as parenting advice) to find the best way to raise your children.

To ask your question ahead of time and hear the answer on the e-vent, send an email to webinars@hslda.org containing your clear, concise question. Be sure to include “John Rosemond Q&A” in the subject line!

Note: Emails must be received by 5:00 p.m. ET on May 26. Questions will be selected for answer based on a number of factors including the nature of the problem, the seriousness of the problem, and the length of the question, with shorter questions being given priority. Also, if a similar question has already been asked and answered, the latter question may not be answered.

Is your high schooler thinking about college? While homeschoolers may be better prepared for it than many other college-bound teens, that doesn’t mean they should automatically get sucked into the “college conveyor belt.” If college is not in the plan, what do we do with our right, well-educated, well-socialized homeschooled students? And where do we find resources and apprenticeships to help guide homeschoolers through this process of vocational preparation and calling? Find out the answers to these questions during this e-vent with HSLDA attorney and homeschooling father Michael Donnelly! Join us to learn practical tips and hear insightful apprenticeship advice to aid you and your student in planning his unique future.

Back-talking, sassing, or plain old disrespect from an insolent son or daughter can upset a parent and incite action—but it’s often the wrong kind of action. To discover a godly, balanced way to deal with disrespectful attitudes, join noted lecturer and experienced biblical family counselor Lou Priolo as he explains what a disrespectful attitude communicates and how it is displayed, as well as why your children might be motivated to show it. Most importantly, Lou will share biblical ways you can help your children overcome their disrespectful tendencies without losing your temper.

Want to learn more about Lou Priolo's book "Getting A Grip"? Visit the HSLDA bookstore!

Whether she’s daddy’s little girl or a grown woman, your daughter has needs that only her father can meet. From his experience as a father of six daughters, HSLDA Chairman Mike Farris shares day-to-day strategies that nurture godly character and spiritual strength in a girl’s heart. Learn how God measures your success as father, and how you can raise your daughter to bloom in purity, responsibility, and confidence. Mike shows how you can provide for her needs and be your daughter’s spiritual leader as you communicate love through all stages of her life.

If you are the parent of a homeschooled high school student, you are probably asking yourself many questions: How do I prepare my student to succeed in college academically? Is my child ready for the spiritual challenges he or she will encounter in college? Is there any more affordable way for my student to earn college credits?

Join HSLDA Chairman Mike Farris as he introduces Patrick Henry College Preparatory Academy, one way that HSLDA is seeking to answer these questions and serve families who are homeschooling through high school.

This online academy offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses, which prepare high school students to succeed on the College Board’s AP exams and to earn college credits accepted by over 90% of American college and universities. PHC Prep provides students a way to get this academic head start without compromising their pursuit of a biblically grounded education by integrating Christian worldview teaching and discussion into every subject.

Want to know more about how this works? Don’t miss this chance to learn more about PHC Prep and ask Mike Farris your specific questions regarding the Academy!

How can you accurately assess your child’s natural abilities? What is the best way to prepare your son or daughter for God’s ultimate purpose and calling? Are you looking for biblical examples to help you cultivate godly greatness in your children? Drawing fresh insights from the life of Ehud the Benjamite, Mark Hamby, speaker, family counselor, and president of Lamplighter Publishing and Lamplighter Theatre, will unveil the unique strategy that God and Ehud’s parents used to prepare him to become a skilled, strategic warrior and confident leader. Mark will share how you can apply wisdom from biblical history to equip each member of your family— whether a toddler, teen, or adult—to fulfill God’s plan for his or her life.

As home educators committed to God and His kingdom, our mission is about more than simply executing our academic agenda. The heart of our mission is transferring the baton of our beliefs to the next generation. In this web e-vent, Denise Mira, author of No Ordinary Child: Unlocking the Leader Within Your Child, mother of five, long-time homeschooling mom and senior pastor’s wife, will share what she sees biblically and experientially about handing off the faith of our fathers to the next generation in a way that it becomes the faith of our sons and daughters. Mark your calendar, invite your friends, and join us for this inspiring HSLDA @home e-vent.

A study by George Barna found that 32% of Christian marriages in America end in divorce. How has the search for love become so unsuccessful in the long run? What can you do, as a parent, to help your young adult lay the groundwork for a lifelong marriage relationship? Join HSLDA attorney Thomas J. (Tj) Schmidt and his wife Susan to hear their personal courtship story and their insights on how to make courtship work. Married now for almost seven years, the Schmidts encourage couples to enter a relationship with a focus on marriage as a very real possibility. They explain how courtship is often misunderstood and share why family guidance and protection don’t mean a trip back to the Dark Ages, but rather provide a supportive, real world environment that fosters healthy relationships.

“Is an Advanced Placement (AP) course a smart idea for my teenager? How do I know when my student is ready to tackle a course like this? Am I actually qualified to teach these courses?” If you are the parent of a high school student, don’t miss this chance to hear HSLDA High School Coordinators Becky Cooke and Diane Kummer as they join together to answer your questions! Becky and Diane bring their years of experience working with homeschooled high school students to explain the impact an AP course can have on your teen’s GPA, the qualities your teen should possess before he or she is ready to take an AP course, the options that are available for taking an AP course, and more. Join Becky and Diane as they help you to make an informed decision regarding your student and this college-level work. Bring your questions for the Q&A session at the end of the presentations to get the answers you need!

Can your high school student earn Advanced Placement (AP) credit while learning from a Christian perspective? Do the structure of high school courses and the beliefs of the teacher matter? Join author, former cultural editor of WORLD magazine, professor, and Provost of Patrick Henry College, Dr. Gene Edward Veith, to gain insight on how you can include the foundation of biblical truth in high-level courses and why the issue of worldview is critical to your student’s intellectual and spiritual growth.

Recent estimates place the frequency of adult lying from between 20 and 200 lies per day, says webinar speaker Lou Priolo. Imagine what the statistics are for children! Do you have a child who tends to cover up the truth, habitually tells blatant tall tales, or fails to act in a straightforward manner? Join author, lecturer, father, and experienced biblical family counselor Lou Priolo for biblical help and hope! Whether it’s bearing false witness or simple exaggeration, there is much to say in the Bible about the matter of deception. Did you know that the Bible actually mentions dozens of varieties of lies? Forthright and compassionate, Lou will assist you in identifying your child’s unique style of lying and offer solid biblical solutions to help him or her both “lay aside falsehood” and become a habitual “speaker of the truth.”

Are functions and derivatives not your thing, but they bring challenge and satisfaction to your student? Have you considered outside instruction or advanced courses but aren’t sure of the best option? Is your pre-teen or teen ready to jump into the world of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, and physics, but you aren’t? If you’re feeling inadequate and looking for that next step, don’t miss Dr. Tom Larry in “High School Math: Ready for The Challenge?” With a BS and PhD in physics, Dr. Larry has over 30 years of experience in applying advanced mathematics professionally, is the course developer for PHC Prep’s AP Calculus, and has been a homeschooling dad for 10 years. Join us as Dr. Larry shares guidance and wisdom on how to motivate students who may or may not like this challenging subject and how to determine if your child is ready for the next step.

Catch Dr. Larry’s passion for preparing Christian students to make significant professional contributions in our technological society! You’ll leave this e-vent with a fresh dose of encouragement and direction as you prepare your student to master a subject many parents dread. Be sure to bring your specific questions for the Q&A session at the end of the presentation.

“What writing skills does my high school student really need? Am I adequately preparing my pre-teen or teen for college writing?” If you find yourself asking these questions, join Patrick Henry College Distance Learning Professor of Writing, author, and mother of 13 children, Erin Brown Conroy, to discover how to simplify teaching high school writing. Learn quick-to-implement tips on how and what to teach, as well as strategies to avoid common teaching errors. Upbeat and knowledgeable, Erin will share secrets to writing that will save you time and energy—enabling you to help your child succeed. You can bypass hours of needless frustration, ensure that your student learns what really matters, and teach your student to become a solid writer. Join us to discover how!

How do you motivate a teen who lacks direction and discipline? What is the best way to help your child reach for a dream—and achieve it at a young age? Do you want to teach your children life skills that will help them be effective no matter where God takes them?

Melissa Green offers insight gleaned from her experience as a homeschooled student whose parents helped her develop her interests and take action at an early age. As a high schooler, she authored a motivational book for teens, lobbied for the pro-life cause at the United Nations, raised money for repeated mission trips, and spoke at seminars nationwide about her passion for inspiring teenagers. Catch Melissa’s enthusiasm as she discusses the valuable principles she learned from implementing her dreams!

Now a college graduate and employed in the communications field, Melissa shares how you can successfully foster persistence, time management skills, mentoring, discernment, and godly attitudes in the lives of your children. Whether your kids are in elementary school or high school, Melissa’s practical insight will bring fresh perspective as you seek to maximize the God-given potential of each young life in your household.

When children are taught to help around the house, they develop good character and valuable practical skills. But sometimes “on the job training” can seem like more work than it’s worth. If you’ve ever thought, “It’s easier to do this myself!” or wondered “Where do I begin?” don’t miss “Getting Kids to Help at Home”!

Get the encouragement you need to help your kids learn life lessons and save your sanity in this @home e-vent. HSLDA’s Early Years coordinator, and foster mom to almost 50 children, Vicki Bentley shares tips and practical advice that have enabled her to homeschool 17 children and still be able to open the front door to guests!

“If you aim at nothing, you will hit it every time.” How do you keep your children from aiming at nothing and instead help them set tangible, attainable, personal goals?

Drawing on his experience as the homeschooling father of seven, as a motivational speaker, and as a business manager, Alan Hudson answers this question as he shares strategies, principles, and advice to help you encourage your kids to live intentionally at any age. Whether you want to help your elementary student to get through her multiplication problems or your teen to raise money for an upcoming mission trip, the principles and practical tips in this @home e-vent will give you what you need to help your kids turn their dreams into actionable goals, accomplish those goals, and reach their God-given potential.

In an age and culture of “pop-psychology”, technology, and text-messaging, do you find your children’s language is undergoing a transformation that has become increasingly world-centered? What are they saying with their words, voice inflection, and body language? Do you wish you could find practical ways to help them become more Christ-centered in their communication?

Join Lou Priolo for “A Crash Course on Biblical Communication” to learn how God has put believers in the “communication business” of testifying to His mercy and grace in our lives and how our speech can be either a powerful witness or a hindrance to the furtherance of the gospel. God is intimately concerned about how His people communicate, not only with each other, but also with unbelievers. Discover what He says in Scripture about communication and learn how to apply insightful biblical examples and instruction in a life-changing way in your family.

Are you concerned with the future of your country? Do you want to instill a love of country and a passion for involvement in your children? Join Joel Grewe, Deputy Director of Generation Joshua, for this special @home e-vent on how young people can change the future of America. Joel will share details on the impact youth can have this year in crucial races around the country. Through the Generation Joshua Student Action Teams, you and your students can be personally involved in the exciting campaign process. If you have or know teenagers who want a role now in our country’s future, you won’t want to miss this!

Do you have questions about family relationships? How do you get to the heart of the issues that your children face? Is there sound biblical advice for family issues in the 21st century?

Bring your questions and discover the answers in this special @home e-vent. Lou Priolo—father, speaker, biblical counselor, and author of several books including The Heart of Anger, The Complete Husband, Teach Them Diligently, Getting a Grip, and Pleasing People—will be joining us for an e-vent focused entirely on answering your questions! Families all over the world have benefited from Lou’s wisdom, experience, and advice, and now it’s your turn.

Join Lou as he helps you make sense of the family relationships that surround you and create a household that is pleasing to God.

To ask your question ahead of time and hear the answer on the e-vent, send an email to athome@hslda.org containing your clear, concise question. Be sure to include “Lou Priolo Q&A” in the subject line.

Note: Emails must be received by midnight PST on October 13. Questions will be selected for the e-vent based on a number of factors including the nature of the problem, the seriousness of the problem, and the length of the question, with shorter questions being given priority. Also, if a similar question has already been included in the event, your question may not be separately addressed.

Do you have a daughter who battles your decisions? Or a son who doesn’t seem to listen when you’re talking? Join John Rosemond—father, grandfather, nationally syndicated columnist, best-selling author, and parenting expert—to discover how to increase the parent-love and leadership in your home. Humorous and thought-provoking, John explores discipline, authority, and parent-child relationships in the context of the two “L-words” that your children need from you. Learn how love and leadership can help define your purpose as a parent! Bring your own family’s common conflict scenarios for the Q&A session and learn how to foster a relationship with your children that will bring peace to your home and honor to God.

In today’s culture, the idea of brothers and sisters being best friends with each other sounds nearly impossible—but it doesn’t have to be! Homeschool graduates Sarah, Stephen, and Grace Mally share practical ideas out of their own experience to help you seek God’s very best in your family relationships. The Mallys, authors of Making Brothers and Sisters Best Friends, will discuss topics such as overcoming irritation and anger, applying humility and mercy, working through pride and offenses, and maintaining a peaceful home. Not all friends need to come from outside our home! Join in this e-vent and learn how to help your children to become best friends with each other.

Reaching out to the lonely. To the needy. To the broken. Scripture tells us that whatever we do “for the least of these” we have done for Christ. Jayme Metzgar has a heart for “the least of these” around the world, and she also has ideas for how to help your kids begin to have a heart for missions. She will present creative ways to raise awareness among the young people in your family and community. She’ll also provide practical tips on how to help your kids put their heart for missions into action. Even more importantly, you’ll gain a new perspective as Jayme shares her heart. A homeschooling mom of four, Jayme spent time serving in Romania as a young woman and has started a non-profit called Romania Reborn to reach out to the children of that country. Prepare to be touched and inspired by this @home e-vent!

Do you want to help your kids see past the often bad news of current events to make a positive impact in our world? Looking for ways to impart hope when they seem surrounded by reports of natural disasters, a bad economy, and corrupt politics? Dr. Jeff Myers, renowned speaker and the author of six books and three video coaching programs, feels called to equip future leaders for God’s work and wants to share his vision with you. In this @home e-vent, Dr. Myers will discuss how you can motivate young people to make a difference and avoid becoming cynical. As parents, we need to communicate hope to our children so that the realities of our world don’t become sources of fear or discouragement to them. Come and be encouraged about the future God has in store for your children!

Did your kids feel engaged in this past election cycle, or were they confused or bored instead? Whether your teen is already fascinated by politics and government, or couldn’t care less, Frank Guliuzza has ideas for you and answers to your questions! A nationally recognized scholar in his field, Dr. Guliuzza currently serves as a professor of government at Patrick Henry College and a PHC Prep master teacher for AP U.S. Government and Politics. Dr. Guliuzza has insights to share that will help your teen excel in this critical subject—and will help you choose the best approach for teaching it.

If your high school student has listened to the news lately, he’s heard about unemployment rates, inflation rates, interest rates, consumer confidence, and consumer spending (just to name a few). Do you want your teen to have a better understanding of these issues? Economic concepts may seem unconnected to everyday life, but familiarity with them can better equip your student to understand his world and make informed decisions.

Join Amy Raybould to learn why a course in macroeconomics might be a good choice for your high school student, and also why your student might want to take the AP Macroeconomics exam. Amy is a business economics graduate from Liberty University and is pursuing her master’s degree in business administration. She is also the classroom teacher for PHC Prep’s AP Macroeconomics course. In “Understanding Macroeconomics—A Life Skill,” come and learn how studying macroeconomics can benefit your teen’s future!

If you think that child rearing has never been this complicated, think again. Maybe we’re making parenting harder than it ought to be! It has been noted that parenting, since the 1960s, has become based on behavior modification instead of on commonsense biblical principles. Join us as John Rosemond, family psychologist, writer, speaker, and father, points out the ways in which Postmodern Psychology Parenting has slowly but surely changed the way parents raise their children, and not for the better! Make sure to attend this e-vent as John shares a wealth of information with you, presenting a countercultural model for parenting based on one time-tested book—the Bible.

New parenting books are cropping up all the time. But when it comes to the day-to-day challenges of raising children, too few parents really know how to rely on the Bible to provide guidance in doctrine, reproof, correction, and instruction in righteousness. As an author, lecturer, biblical counselor, and father, Lou Priolo has the experience and grounding in Scripture to help you take hold of the biblical principles of child raising. In this first part of a two-workshop series, Lou will offer insights into how to teach and correct your kids while maintaining the proper attitude and goals. Don’t miss this chance to find the tools you need to parent effectively, according to God’s design!

Everyone wants to tell you how to parent your kids. But amidst the many voices, it’s easy to lose sight of what God says about child training. Lou Priolo has spent 24 years in biblical counseling and written several books, and he and his wife are in the process of raising two daughters. He knows that bringing up kids is difficult, and he has practical suggestions to offer that are drawn from the Bible. He’ll cover such essential topics as helping your children develop spiritual discipline and teaching them to communicate biblically. You won’t want to miss this second part of Lou’s two-part series on scriptural child training!

Did you miss "How to Use the Scriptures in Child Training, Part I"? If so, you can find it here!

In times of economic hardship, it’s more important than ever that our kids know how best to present themselves in the job hunt. As a businessman who’s held several managerial positions (including his present position as a marketing manager), Alan Hudson understands the importance of outside work experience, creating resumes, cultivating work and life skills, and marketing all this to prospective employers. As a homeschool father, Alan can identify with the various challenges that homeschooling parents face as they help their teenagers find employment outside the home. During this informative workshop, Alan will offer specific steps to help your high schoolers succeed in their future careers by preparing them now!

As a parent, it is often difficult to know where to draw the line when it comes to home entertainment. And even harder than making decisions about movies, cable TV, cell phones, iPods, and video games is explaining those decisions to your kids! Dr. Jeff Myers, author, speaker, homeschool father, and professor, has a fresh perspective on these issues, and he’s eager to share his ideas with you. You’ll discover how to help your kids unplug from media and plug into good literature, the great outdoors, and strong relationships.

Please note that due to technical issues, the Q&A potion of this e-vent is on a second recording. You must purchase the package listed below in order to receive both parts of this e-vent for one charge. The package is the same price as this one e-vent. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and hope that you enjoy the e-vent!

Purchase the package listed below in order to view the original "Managing Media in the Home" @home e-vent as well as this Q&A session.

Is your teenager a self-motivated and hardworking student preparing for college? Are you curious about Advanced Placement courses and how they work with homeschooling? How can your student earn potential college credit while still in high school? HSLDA is happy to present this free—open to the public—@home e-vent featuring Patrick Henry College Preparatory Academy Director Adam Rohner! Come learn about the vision behind PHC Prep, the many AP courses offered, the difference between standard and accelerated courses, and how to help your student prepare for an AP exam. Sign up today for detailed answers to these questions and more!

Americans deeply respect and appreciate the sacrifice made by the families and individuals who serve in the armed forces, especially during a time of conflict. Yet as society changes so does our military. Do you have a son or daughter who feels called to serve? If so, are you providing the right guidance in helping them determine if such a path is their true calling? In this @home e-vent, HSLDA Staff Attorney Michael Donnelly, a veteran of combat in the United States Cavalry, will help you answer the question “Is Today’s Military Right for My Child?” In addition to sharing practical considerations, Mike will give you some of the latest information about what is happening in today’s military, so that you and your student can make an informed decision about this sometimes perilous but praiseworthy vocation.

Getting ready for college is a challenge, but your teen can get a head start by signing up for Patrick Henry College Preparatory Academy's Advanced Placement courses! In this free webinar, you will hear from economics teacher Amy Raybould about PHC Prep's AP Microeconomics course. Get your high school student prepared for supply and demand, product markets, and how the government is involved! Amy will present a basic rundown of the course, the expected amount of work required, and answer participant questions so you can find out if this class is right for your teen. You'll also discover how this course will help your teen learn to view economics through a biblical lens. If your teen is self-motivated and hard working, sign up today to find out more! Please note that this class is for the fall semester only (August 29-December 16, 2011).

How do you know if your teen is ready to take on college-level writing and composition? What is an AP English Language and Composition course like? Come find out in the free e-vent "AP English Language and Composition: How to Know It's Right for You," featuring Patrick Henry College DL writing instructor and Patrick Henry College Preparatory Academy master teacher Erin Brown Conroy. A college writing professor for 12 years who has designed courses and written books on college writing (and a mom of 13!), Erin will give you an overview of PHC Prep Academy's fall-semester AP English Language and Composition course, plus share the Top Five Tips for successfully teaching upper-level writing. With PHC Prep Academy, your teen can earn AP credit and prepare for the college life now. Sign up today to find out if this is right for you!

The world of college-level calculus can be exciting and rewarding, but offers its own set of challenges. You can help your teen get ready for calculus now, but where do you start? With PHC Preparatory Academy, your high school student can learn the foundational concepts of calculus while potentially earning AP credit! In this free e-vent, you will hear from PHC Prep Academy classroom teacher Becky Darby and master teacher Tom Larry about the expectations and goals for the two-semester class AP Calculus AB. To find out if this online course is right for your student, sign up for our free e-vent today!

Man's ability to think logically is a reflection of our Creator, and mathematics is one of the most evident tools of logical thought. In PHC Preparatory Academy's AP Physics B with Lab course, students will not only sharpen their mathematical skills, but also learn how to apply these skills practically through physics. Join PHC Prep Academy master teacher Dr. Michael Kucks and find out more about this two-semester, online class. Is it right for your teenager? Dr. Kucks will give a course overview, explain prerequisites and other requirements, and address your questions. Come learn how your student can be challenged to apply a biblical worldview to the principals of physics. Sign up today!

Where do students start to improve their writing? With Patrick Henry College Preparatory Academy's AP English Literature and Composition course, high school students will not only expand their writing skills; they will also be prepared for the rigorous college writing courses ahead. In this free and open-to-the-public e-vent, parents can hear from PHC Prep Academy Master Teacher Steven Hake about this two-semester course. Also a professor of literature at Patrick Henry College, Dr. Hake will map out the course objectives as well as tie in the biblical perspective on literature and composition. Find out if AP English Literature and Composition is right for your teen!

A typical history class is full of names and dates. At Patrick Henry College Preparatory Academy, AP United States History focuses much more: changes in political institutions, economic trends, and cultural development throughout America's history. Join PHC Prep Academy Master Teacher Robert Spinney as he explains this two-semester class and how students will be introduced to a college-level course. Dr. Spinney (also a Patrick Henry College professor) will give an engaging presentation to parents on what the students can expect and help you make the decision if this class is right for your high school student. Sign up today!

Grasping world history, with all its cultural, economic, and political shifts, is a difficult task-but viewing world events through a biblical lens gives students an advantage. Find out how your students can gain this understanding by attending the free e-vent "Exploring PHC Prep Academy?s AP World History." PHC Prep Master Teacher Doug Favelo, also a Patrick Henry College professor, will help you know what will be expected of your student during this two-semester course. Sign up today and see if this PHC Prep class is right for your teen!

College--for many parents, it's the launching pad where you watch your kids zoom off toward the future. And preparing for launch can be the mother of all white-knuckle experiences! However, the college experience for both you and your children begins many years earlier, in academic and spiritual lessons learned throughout the homeschool years. HSLDA Senior Counsel Scott Woodruff will share what he has learned through homeschooling his three children (now pursuing college and careers), from the nuts and bolts of filling out a college application, to providing a solid academic foundation in high school, to preparing your child for the emotional and spiritual challenges of college and newfound independence.

We all want to be accepted by our peers, but often, striving for others' approval clashes with serving our one true Master. Is your daughter constantly fishing for compliments? Does your son always find a way to bring up his achievements? The desire to be a people pleaser can develop early on, but as parents we can help our children shift their focus to pleasing God. In this engaging @home e-vent, author and biblical counselor Lou Priolo will expose the characteristics of a people pleaser and explain how your children can learn to identify and fix these behaviors. Come find out how to help your children of all ages put away the idol of approval and find the right balance between being pleasing to God and to man.

Calling all parents! John Rosemond-father, grandfather, parenting expert, and syndicated columnist-has something for you. Join us as John helps you get back to the basics of parenting and shares a simpler, more effective way to raise your children. John has over 35 years of experience that he has shared with audiences all over the nation. Don't miss this humorous, thought-provoking, and informative presentation!

Most purity resources these days focus on girls, but purity tends to be a much bigger problem for young men. Available resources often seem hopelessly naïve about the battles our sons are facing. How can you teach your boys to honor the girls in their lives? How can you help them to fight temptation in a world full of inappropriate images? Is there a way to harness the power of the Internet for God's glory but still protect your children's innocence? How can you help them make the transition from "It's not time to think about that..." to finding a wife? Hal and Melanie Young have six sons and offer frank, practical advice on how you can raise your son to be a virtuous knight!

With all the video games and gadgets out there, how do you interest your sons in good, quality books? Find new ways to encourage reading in this special presentation by HSLDA Staff Attorney Thomas J. (Tj) Schmidt, who shares a handful of books and authors that have impacted his life starting from his homeschool years. Whether you are dealing with a son who won't open a book, or you can't find enough options for your voracious reader, this practical webinar will share new books and authors appropriate for boys of all ages and reading levels. Get ideas for encouraging reading as part of your homeschool curriculum, or reading just for fun!

Sweethearts almost can't stop saying "I love you" to each other, but siblings almost can't stop fighting even though they love each other. How do we show love to the people that we see the most? How can doing this affect not only the family, but our friends and neighbors? MaryAnn Gaver, homeschool mom and contributor to the Home School Court Report magazine, will look into effective ways to set up a foundation of love within the family. Along with Belinda Parrish, homeschool mother of eight, MaryAnn will show how loving words and actions between parents and siblings provide a powerful testimony of Christian love to the world. Sign up for this encouraging and refreshing e-vent and let love blossom!