2011 Special Conference Features
6th Annual Christian Heritage Family Discipleship
& Homeschooling Conference
- REGISTRATION INFORMATION!
- Early Bird Discount Deadline – February 26th!
- Pre-Registration Discount Deadline – April 16th!
- After April 16th – Register at the Door
- ”I want to thank you for encouraging my husband and myself in attending the Christian Heritage Home Educators of Washington Conference. Surely it has been life changing. All Glory be to God.”
- “I liked how much time was allowed for looking through the Vendor Hall.” “Great selection!”
- ”Fantastic music!” “Great variety. Such an inspiration to see families making music together!”
- “Music … absolutely beautiful. My husband almost broke down in tears on Family Night.”
- “Keep on having the Chorale!”
Scroll down for Information on:
1 – Vendor Hall Only Evening
2 – Friday Family Night—with Two Special Guest Families!
3 – Christian Heritage Chorale
4 – Support Group Support Sessions (for leaders, members, & others interested)
5 – Roundtable Discussions
6 – Support Team Appreciation Banquet
1 – vendor hall only evening
Thursday, 7:00-9:00
• Vendor Hall Shopping Only
• No speaking sessions or other events during this evening
• Wide variety of excellent teaching and family discipleship materials and services!
And please support our vendors with your purchases so it will be worth their time & expense to come back next year!
2 – family night concert, keynote address
... plus special guests
The Bowers Family
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Friday, 7:00-9:00
- Homeschooled Musicians in Concert
- Other Presentations by Homeschooled Students
- Inspirational Keynote Address by Kevin Swanson
- Plus SPECIAL FEATURE:
A visit with the Actors & Producers of two San Antonio Christian Independent Film Festival Award Winning Films sharing with us how Christian families can learn, work, grow, and rejoice by serving together—for the glory of God.
The Curtis Bowers Family, Idaho
“AGENDA: Grinding America Down”—Grand Prize, Best of Festival
The Joel Steege Family, Oregon
“The Runner from Ravenshead”—Audience Choice Award
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- The Steege Family
“Family Night” is designed …
- To include children who will not be attending the full conference with their parents
- To give a taste of the conference to families who are unable to attend the full conference
- To introduce friends, relatives, pastors, legislators, and more to the wonderful & fruitful adventure of home education
For Full Conference Registrants
- Unmarried children and grandparents may attend this session with you for no additional cost.
- However, additional Family Night Passes must be purchased for any other guests you wish to bring. (See Registration Information)
For Family Night Only Passes ~ Special Pricing!
- NEW! See extra special pricing for those who cannot attend the full conference! Christian Heritage offers a special “Family Night Only” price.
- CLICK HERE for Family Night ONLY Registration Information!
3 – christian heritage student chorale
Instructor/Director – Neil Craig
Four Instructional Workshops plus
Saturday Afternoon Closing Session Performance
- NEWS FLASH - Chorale Rehearsal Schedule Adjustments! (click here for details)
Because so many singers also wanted to hear more of the Botkin Family sessions, you now can enjoy 3-4 four of their sessions during the six workshop hours, instead of the normal two. - See Speaker Page to learn who will be presenting what and when
- Conference Schedule Chart to be posted soon
“One of the highlights of the conference!” And a unique opportunity for homeschoolers of the Northwest to blend their voices to the Glory of God. Each year’s chorale performance has been an inspiration and a stunning success!
Students, ages 13 and older who have a basic ability to read music and sing a part are welcome. Chorale instruction & practice takes place during two one hour Chorale Workshop sessions each day. Final Chorale performance: Closing Session on Saturday afternoon.
Chorale Music Selections—2011
The following can be heard by going to link following each and entering the code number in the search box:
1. The Splendor of His Holiness with Holy, Holy, Holy (www.Lorenz.com – code #10/3985L)
2. Peter, Go Ring Them Bells (www.Lorenz.com – code #10/4007L)
3. Sing to the Lord a New Song ( www.MorningstarMusic.com – code #MSM-50-2503A)
4. The Chorale will also be doing a vocal backup to a piano solo performed by Chris Rogers.
- Please Note: So Chorale registrants can practice in advance, printed music will be sent 3 weeks prior to the conference.
Christian Heritage Chorale Workshop & Performance Schedule - Friday – Mid-morning and mid-afternoon Chorale Workshops
- Saturday – Mid-morning and mid-afternoon Chorale Workshops
- Saturday afternoon closing session – Chorale Performance
(See Main Conference Page on website for link to Detailed Conference Schedule to find exact times for each 1-hour Chorale class. Classes will consist of musical instruction and practice in preparation for the Saturday afternoon Closing Session performance.)
Requirements for Christian Heritage Chorale Participants:
- Attending the Conference with a parent or grandparent with a Full Conference Pass.
- Attending all four Chorale Workshop sessions and the Saturday Closing Session Performance.
- Remaining with parent(s) except while attending Chorale sessions (except for adult children)
- Abiding by the Chorale performance dress code.
Chorale Performance Dress Code
We use the same dress code as The Tacoma Youth Symphony.
- Young Ladies:
White long-sleeved blouse; ankle-length long black skirt (no high slits); black tights or black pantyhose; black dress shoes. - Young Men:
White long-sleeved shirt; black pants; black socks; black dress shoes; black bow tie.
Neil Craig
Mr. Craig has the unique gift of being able to teach and inspire in a most enjoyable fashion! Past Chorale participants have been thrilled at what they learned in a few short hours together and at the fun they had in learning it. Washington homeschooled students & graduates are especially privileged to be able to participate in the Chorale and learn from this superb musician, arranger, instructor, and director.
Neil and Mary have five children (22-35) who were homeschooled since 1982. They are also grandparents of five. Neil has wide and varied professional musical experience, including ten years as arranger/accompanist and Director of Music at Back to the Bible Broadcast. The Craig family then worked with Russian orphans for 7 years, living in Moscow, Russia and Indianapolis, IN. The family now lives in Spokane, WA where Neil teaches piano and serves as Executive Director of Christian Heritage Home Educators of Washington. He also works with Behemoth.com, provider of downloadable excellent, family friendly media. In addition, the Craig family created & operate Family Music Service, providing downloadable hymn accompaniments and instruction in 4-part hymn singing. And, as you might guess, they love to sing and play their musical instruments together as a family!
4 – roundtable discussions
During lunch hour on Friday & Saturday
- Informal, lunch hour discussions led by speakers and/or experienced homeschooling parents.
- Bring your lunch and join a discussion that interests you.
- See insert in Registration Packet for Roundtable Discussion titles, hosts, locations.
Schedule of Round Table Discussion Topics & Hosts
FRIDAY LUNCH HOUR—see Program for time & info
- Auditorium – C:
Questions YOU Want to Ask Victoria Botkin & Daughters - Auditorium – B:
Questions YOU Want to Ask Geoffrey Botkin & Sons - Room – F:
Questions YOU Want to Ask Dr. Runar Johnson - Room – F:
Homeschooling: Getting Started with Tots or Teens – Susan Bradrick
SATURDAY LUNCH HOUR—see Program for time & info
- Auditorium – B:
How We Do It – Nuts & Bolts for Dads – Eric Placzek & Other Dads - Auditorium – B:
Questions YOU Want to Ask Dr. Runar Johnson - Auditorium – C:
Child Training Tips for Moms – Mary Craig - Room – F:
Confidently Countering the Culture through Homeschool Speech & Debate – Brad Frye - Room – F:
Q’s, A’s, and Ideas: Launching “Christian Heritage Affiliate Support Groups” – Michael & Susan Bradrick - New! Room – to be announced:
Encouragement for the Homeschool Single Parent – Mrs. Susan Pollock
Please Note: Roundtable Discussion sessions will not be recorded and available on CD.
5 – christian heritage
speaker & support team banquet
Saturday, 7:00-9:00
As an expression of our gratefulness for their important investment in this ministry, the Christian Heritage board will be hosting a dinner following the Conference for our Speakers and our Support Team Donors & Volunteers.
After dinner, there will be a special Support Team Banquet address by Keynote Speaker.
Post-conference Banquet attendance by invitation only to Conference Speakers, Key Volunteers, and qualifying Christian Heritage donors.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION!
Early Bird Deadline ~ February 26th
Pre-Registration Deadline ~ April 16th
After April 16th ~ Register at the Door
For FULL REGISTRATION INFO & TO REGISTER ~ Click Here
For Main Conference Page ~ Click Here
This page includes information for telling others about the conference and links to our new, full color 2011 Christian Heritage Conference Brochure and Events Insert.