Teach Them Diligently Dayton 2025: Full Schedule

10:30am EDT

S.T.A.N.D. (Safety Awareness, Trafficking Signs, Age Appropriate, No “ok to say no”, Determination) - For Ages 5-10

Thursday March 20, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am EDT

Session Outline: KIDS | For Ages 5-10
– Introduction
– Stranger Danger / Safe Relationships
– Personal Privacy
– Drugs, Money, Phones, Social Media
– Closing + Q&A Time

S – Safety Awareness
T – Trafficking Signs
A – Age Appropriate
N – No (okay to say no)
D – Determination
These classes were created and designed by Liz Midkiff, WAR, Int’l Ambassador, mother of two young boys, and human trafficking survivor, along with Rebecca McDonald, founder & president of WAR, Int’l. The classes are conducted by Liz.
Liz’s passion is two-fold. She seeks to speak truth to the upcoming generations as they navigate growing up in today’s social media culture as well as to give voice to the once voiceless by highlighting the incredible work of their hands.

Speakers

Liz Midkiff

Ambassador, Women at risk, Intl

Ambassador for Women At Risk, International (WAR, Int'l), human trafficking survivor, wife, and mama of 2 boys. Liz’s first hand experience with human trafficking in the USA and abroad has made her a sought after teacher on this subject. For the past 20 years Liz has been educating... Read More →

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Thursday March 20, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402

11:40am EDT

Teaching with an Eternal Focus

Thursday March 20, 2025 11:40am - 12:30pm EDT

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As parents, it's important to model and nurture spiritual growth. Make it a natural part of your family's day so that growing in God's ways is anticipated, meaningful, and fun! Find out how weaving biblical training into daily living and academics creates a mindset of eternal focus.

Speakers

Tammy Puckett

Owner, Heart Training

Tammy Puckett has always enjoyed learning, creating lessons, and teaching, especially when it combines growing in the Lord and enjoying his world. She homeschooled her three children through high school, after teaching math in public schools. Understanding the value of discipling... Read More →

Thursday March 20, 2025 11:40am - 12:30pm EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402

1:40pm EDT

FREE Resources for your Co-Op!

Thursday March 20, 2025 1:40pm - 2:30pm EDT

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The Herzog Foundation is excited to present our suite of FREE resources for your co-op teachers and leaders! Discover a wealth of free resources designed to empower your homeschooling journey, enhancing leadership, organizational, and teacher development in Christian education. Learn how to access comprehensive training programs that support K-12 Christian schools and homeschool organizations, with evens scholarshiped fully for many homeschool co-ops and groups.

Speakers

Ethan Schmidt

Program Associate, Herzog Foundation

Ethan Schmidt has served as a Program Associate for SchoolBox and HF Homeschool initiatives since July 2024. Previously, he was an Ambassador for the Herzog Foundation traveling across the United States to meet with Christian K-12 schools and introduce them to the ways the Herzog... Read More →

Thursday March 20, 2025 1:40pm - 2:30pm EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402

3:00pm EDT

From Baby to Adulthood – What Discipleship Looks Like at Each Age

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT

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Want practical and easy tips to help you disciple your kids from toddlers to grown? In this session, you will learn easy, practical tips you can start right away to disciple your children regardless of age.

Speakers

Rene Christensen

Training Them Wisely

Rene is the founder of Training Them Wisely, a family discipleship ministry based in North Carolina. She is the author of Training Them Wisely - Discipling Kids and 14 other family discipleship resources. Each week she hosts the podcast, Training Them Wisely. She has homeschooled... Read More →

Thursday March 20, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402

4:20pm EDT

Skills to Learn Anything

Thursday March 20, 2025 4:20pm - 5:10pm EDT

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Homeschool parents often teach content they’ve forgotten or never learned. Sherry Castillo, a passionate homeschool educator, will present fifteen applicable skills to help parents confidently learn and teach any subject.

Speakers

Sherry Castillo

Classical Conversations

Sherry Castillo is the Chief Operations Officer at Classical Conversations MultiMedia. For the past fifteen years, she has built and supported homeschooling communities. A North Carolina resident, Sherry holds a master’s degree in civil engineering and has successfully graduated... Read More →

Thursday March 20, 2025 4:20pm - 5:10pm EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402

10:30am EDT

How to Explore Nature When You'd Rather Be Inside

Friday March 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am EDT

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Do you have an aversion to bugs, rain, and poison ivy? Would you rather watch nature on a screen than go outdoors for a hike? Nature study is the foundation of science and valuable for every student. Learn practical tips that even the most "indoorsy" homeschooler can implement so that you and your children don't miss out on essential adventures in nature. Let's reclaim our childlike wonder and join our children in exploring God's beautiful creation! "Never be within doors when you can rightly be without." -Charlotte Mason

Speakers

Ann Troast

Founder and Author, Without Doors

Ann Troast is the founder of Four Square Community, a homeschool co-op that serves over 100 classes to 700 local students, and the author of Without Doors, a minimalist Charlotte Mason curriculum. As a veteran homeschooling mom of four, she inspires others to enjoy a Charlotte Mason... Read More →

Friday March 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402

12:50pm EDT

Politics…Nasty but Necessary

Friday March 21, 2025 12:50pm - 1:40pm EDT

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I’ve been teaching civics to homeschoolers since 2012 and was a Christian talk radio show host for 16 years…and a political activist to boot. Most of my students take the class became mom and dad make them…but by the time it’s over, they understand why civics is such an important topic. If you think politics and government is just for older people, or not relevant to you as a teenager, then YOU are part of the problem. Ignorance is killing America as much as the Spirit of the Age. Don’t be part of the problem. Don’t be a fool. Wake up to the reality that your future is being shaped and impacted—to a large extent— by government, and you need to understand why it’s happening and what you can do as a Christian to push back.

Speakers

Steve Noble

Noble U

Steve Noble - follower of Jesus Christ, husband, father, teacher, activist, speaker, and former talk show host.Steve hosted The Steve Noble Show from 2007-2023…over 3,300 LIVE radio programs.He has taught 1,400+ high school homeschoolers since 2011 and launched NOBLE U in 2022 to... Read More →

Friday March 21, 2025 12:50pm - 1:40pm EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402

2:10pm EDT

Dyslexia, ADHD, Autism & More: Simple Strategies to Teach Our Exceptional Learners Anything!

Friday March 21, 2025 2:10pm - 3:00pm EDT

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Discover the tried-and-true strategies that can transform how your exceptional learner engages with their education. Say goodbye to frustration and hello to progress! Backed by the latest neuroscience, it’s actually much easier than you think! Taught by a second-generation homeschool mom who struggled with Dyslexia, an Auditory Processing Delay, and ADHD, these are lessons learned from the trenches!

Speakers

Rebekah Nafziger‬

Play 'n Talk Phonics, Spelling & Typing

Rebekah is a devoted mom of six, ranging in age from 6 to 18, who brings her passion for homeschooling and discipleship into every aspect of her life. As a former classroom teacher, she thrives on the unique challenge of educating multiple ages and skill levels simultaneously—including... Read More →

Friday March 21, 2025 2:10pm - 3:00pm EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402

Special Needs Homeschooling

4:00pm EDT

Beyond Rewards & Punishment: A heart based approach to discipline and consequences

Friday March 21, 2025 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

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When our kids misbehave, we need a plan to help them get back on track. Most styles of parenting use a "reward and punishment" system. While this may work for short-term behavior change, it rarely affects a child's inner motivation. A heart-based approach to discipline trains a child to obey because they have a sense of inner obligation to do the right thing. In this course, we'll discuss how to use a "Break" to work through discipline issues, as well as a toolbox of heart-based consequences. Consequences are viewed as opportunities for discipleship, rather than simply administering justice.

Speakers

Laurie Christine

Sweet Bay Media

Laurie Christine is an author, podcast host, Bible teacher, certified Biblical Parenting Coach, wife, and mom of four wild, loud, adventurous boys. Laurie writes adventure-packed biblical fiction and devotions for middle-grade readers. Her podcast, Redeeming the Chaos, invites moms... Read More →

Friday March 21, 2025 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402

5:20pm EDT

Dealing With Doubt

Friday March 21, 2025 5:20pm - 6:10pm EDT

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I never assume all my students are authentic, biblical Christians. The vast majority have grown up in the church and done all the right church things…but that doesn’t make you a Believer any more than standing in a garage makes you a car. My classes are a “safe space” where students can express their doubts, but rarely do they feel comfortable doing that at church, or even at home. Come join me for an open and honest discussion about dealing with any doubts you may have, and how to advance in your Christian journey while sometimes struggling with your faith.

Speakers

Steve Noble

Noble U

Friday March 21, 2025 5:20pm - 6:10pm EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402

7:30am EDT

Men's Breakfast - The 7 Superpowers of Engaged Dads - Sponsored by Trail Life USA

Saturday March 22, 2025 7:30am - 9:00am EDT

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Get Your Ticket Today!

In this message, Mark awakens men to the power of deeper connections and secure attachment in families. He encourages men to embrace practical skills for building emotional security at home, calling them to step into their God-given superpowers. This refreshing and straightforward message inspires men to deepen their relationships with God, their families, and their church.

Speakers

Mark Hancock

Trail Life USA

Our vision is to be the premier national character development organization for young men which produces godly and responsible husbands, fathers, and citizens.

David Nunnery

Teach Them Diligently

David Nunnery is the founder of Teach Them Diligently, a ministry dedicated to equipping and encouraging families to disciple and home educate their children. He is also the author of Transform Journals, Thanksgiving in the Psalms. In addition, David is the president of Worldwide... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 7:30am - 9:00am EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402

Event Details

11:00am EDT

Scripture Sleuths

Saturday March 22, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am EDT

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How well do you really know your favorite Bible events? Become a Scripture Sleuth as we investigate Scripture, analyze clues, and piece together a truly biblical understanding of familiar accounts.

Speakers

Dr. Dana Sneed

Answers In Genesis

Dr. Dana Sneed earned her master of divinity in Christian education and PhD in education from Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary. She joined Answers in Genesis in 2018, where she now serves as an Education Specialist. She has been involved in designing and writing educational... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402

1:30pm EDT

Applying the Principles of Minimalism to Homeschooling

Saturday March 22, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT

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Are you inspired by Charlotte Mason's philosophy, but overwhelmed with how to serve an educational feast to your children? I will share how applying the principles of minimalism to your weekly lessons will result in a rich education, a joyful home atmosphere, and the abundant life you were created for. I’ll walk you through narrowing down your priorities, eliminating clutter in your homeschool, and focusing on quality over quantity. "Education is an atmosphere, a discipline, a life." -Charlotte Mason

Speakers

Ann Troast

Founder and Author, Without Doors

Saturday March 22, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402

3:00pm EDT

Boys to Men - Goal: Not Well-Behaved Boys but Godly Men

Saturday March 22, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT

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You will hear a Biblical perspective on parenting, firmly rooted in the belief that God provides instruction in Scripture and the Holy Spirit empowers parents by His grace to carry out the instructions. With experience raising 5 boys to men and investing 26 consecutive years of homeschooling. Jeff will help you discover 2 keys for successful parenting, along with 4 fundamental principles with 18 practical applications.

Speakers

Jeff Reep

Cedarville University

Jeff is the Director of Career Services, adjunct faculty, and a certified professional career coach. Jeff and his wife Criss have homeschooled their 5 boys as well as conducted marriage mentoring. Previously he coached collegiate basketball for 22 years which included eleven years... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402

4:20pm EDT

Becoming Kingdom Families - Teaching Kids to Walk and Talk with God

Saturday March 22, 2025 4:20pm - 5:10pm EDT

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Are you longing for your home to be a place where you and your kids hear God's voice, encounter his love, and experience spiritual growth? This workshop will equip parents to lead their kids into prayer, encounters with God, and hearing his voice. This is an irreplaceable part of our child's spiritual foundation. Our heart is to equip parents to lead their kids into knowing God deeply and allowing their lives to be God led. The Dearly Loved helps families experience connection with God, walk in true identity as children of God, experience real freedom, and live with kingdom purpose.

Speakers

Christa Curtiss & Jared Curtiss

The Dearly Loved Company

The Dearly Loved Company was started with a passion to see God's kingdom to come in and through the family. Dearly Loved resources teach kids (and adults) to hear God and grow in relationship with Him. Dearly Loved resources focus on connection with God, identity and belonging, freedom... Read More →

Saturday March 22, 2025 4:20pm - 5:10pm EDT
202-203 22 East Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402