16th Annual Catholic Homeschool
Conference & Curriculum Fair

TIME	EVENT
8:30 a.m.	Holy Mass*
9:00 a.m.	Registration Free continental breakfast
9:30 a.m.	How Politics Affects the Family State Rep. Sam Rohrer This homeschool dad who is running for Governor has been leading the effort for many years to improve the most burdensome homeschool law in the country.
10:30 a.m.	Parental Roles in the Family Rev. Edward Connolly Father speaks with truth and wisdom on the different strengths and complementarity of paternal and maternal roles.
11:30 a.m.	Open Forum For new, veteran or yet to begin homeschoolers. Got questions on following the law, evaluations, or getting into college? Come and get those questions answered.
12 noon- 1:30 p.m.	Participants may bring packed lunches or visit Route 22's eating establishments.
1:30 p.m.	Door prize drawings in vendor area (gym)
2:00 p.m.	Chesterton for All Ages Dale Ahlquist As President of the American Chesterton Society, father of 6, and host of EWTN's "Chesterton: The Apostle of Common Sense" program, Mr. Ahlquist is well qualified to discuss how to make G. K. Chesterton's logic, common sense, knowledge of science and literature accessible to you and your children.
3:00 p.m.	Practical Tips for Strengthening Your Family Michelle Parrish This amazing Catholic mom of 11 birth and special needs adopted children ages 5-21 discusses family dynamics, discipline and other issues applicable to small or large families.
5:00 p.m.	Conclusion of Conference

*The parish offers confessions at 3:30 - 4:30 and 6:00 - 6:45. Parish evening Masses are at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. for those unable to attend the morning Mass.

if postmarked by 4/5/2010 $15 first family member** $8 spouse or grandparent** $8 per child/student**

if postmarked after 4/5/2010 or at the door: $18 first family member** $8 spouse or grandparent** $10 per child/student**

Clergy & religious may attend free of charge

**Current and new subscribers to the network newsletter receive a discount of $3 per person!

Most affordable Catholic event to attend! No cost increase again this year!

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Please note: To save on expenses, no confirmation is sent for registrations. Nametags will be available at the door for those who pre-register. If you need to confirm your pre-registration or for any other questions regarding this conference, please e-mail us at conference@catholichomeschoolpa.org.

Will I be able to take home next year's curriculum?  Yes. Because of the vast array of vendors invited, families who supplement or organize their own curriculum could find virtually all of their materials at this one event AND save on shipping charges. Even the full-service curriculum providers will have quantities of individual books available. NOTE: Due to pre-testing requirements and space limitations in transport, families choosing to use full-service curriculum providers will not be able to take home their entire curriculum. However, discussion with them and reviewing their materials will be most invaluable, and supplemental items may be purchased at this time.

Can we trust the choices of materials available to choose from?  You can feel confident that we are very careful to select vendors who are providing materials and/or lesson plans that are loyal to the Holy Father and the Catholic Church teaching. Catholic parents who attended this event in the past have expressed their appreciation that the 75+ vendors invited will assist them in giving their children a thoroughly Catholic faith and education. However, some vendors carry other popular items such as Saxon math, phonics programs, and many other supplemental materials as well.

Will there be materials for my special needs child?  Vendors are requested to bring an adequate supply of materials to meet these needs. Some vendors may cater to special needs students more than others. Veteran homeschoolers also will be available throughout the day to answer your questions.

Do I have to pay if I only want to look at books? Yes. Unfortunately, this is necessary to meet expenses such as facility rental, insurance, promotion, etc.

Please note that some vendors do not accept credit cards.

Child/Student Attendance Policy: Nursing infants are welcome and attend free of charge. Due to the manpower and amount of responsibility involved, childcare is not provided. Most parents find it easier to concentrate on the speakers and vendors knowing that someone familiar is watching their children at home. However, any students who desire to assist their parents in choosing their curriculum or meeting with the college representatives are welcome to attend.

Parents who are unable to make other arrangements must accompany their children at all times. Since all talks are being recorded, parents are requested to remove noisy children from the conference room.

Directions

From PA Turnpike (I-76): Take PA Turnpike exit 247. Take Route 283 North. Look for I-83 North and I-81 North. Take I-81 North to Paxtonia exit 72. Turn left at first light (Route 22). The church is on the left about 1/4 mile.

From Route I-81 (North or South): Take Paxtonia exit (Exit 72B northbound, Exit 72A southbound). Turn left at first light (Route 22). The church is on the left side of the road approximately 1/4 mile.

Lodging

Harrisburg facilities fill up well in advance, especially due to any major events in town that weekend. Make your reservations early to guarantee a room. Unless otherwise noted, ask for the "Catholic Homeschoolers" rooms when making reservations. Some additional discounts may apply.

Best Western, off exit 72 of I-81 at 300 North Mountain Rd, Harrisburg (717) 652-7180; continental breakfast; $85+tax for 1-2 persons/room; while rooms are available or until March 16.

Super 8 Motel, 7500 Allentown Blvd (Route 22), Harrisburg (717) 652-0101; $55.00 + tax for 1-2 persons/room; continental breakfast; indoor pool; while rooms are available or until March 16.

Area Activities

For information on nearby sites (i.e. state capitol (free tour), National Civil War Museum, other museums including the state museum (free tour), Hershey Zoo, Hershey Chocolate World (free tour) and other attractions) to visit while in the area or for parents who wish to occupy the children while their spouse attends the conference/curriculum fair, please see their web sites or the site for the Harrisburg Welcome Center. Also nearby is the Gettysburg Battlefield and museums.

Please do not call the parish for conference information.