Audio Clips from past conferences

Sample the LDSEHE conference experience!

Now you can get a taste of what our conference and seminar classes are like by listening to a few audio samples from both youth and parent classes.  We've selected only a few from our ever-growing cache of classic LDSEHE recordings (soon to be offered in our new online audio store for download purchases!). 

As you listen, imagine you're amid dozens of other LDS homeschool families from all over the Eastern US and Canada, thumbing casually through hundreds of books and resources in the vendor hall, asking speakers your own questions, and enjoying the fun and inspirational activities for the whole family each evening.  And this year... right on the beach with the ocean breezes... it's going to be another great conference experience that you won't want to miss.

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    Dr. David Wright

Science and Religion
LDSEHE 2008, Youth Class

David Wright has not only been teaching physics and astronomy to college students for over 30 years, but has also been hosted on 2 TV talk shows and performs physic shows at Busch Gardens in Virginia and Florida.  He delighted us, young and old, with his science show in 2008.  In this class, he discusses with the youth the role of faith in science and the infinite nature of the universe.  With the aid of magnets, raw eggs, and bicycle wheels he helps the student of science understand the relationship between science and religion.  He's coming back to LDSEHE this year with a new show and teaching the youth again.

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"David Wright's whole presentation of science was not only informative, but exciting and fun and all in the LDS perspective." - youth 2008 attendee

"For a scientist, this guy rocks!"  - youth 2008 attendee

 

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    Angela Baker

A Joyful Mother
LDSEHE 2008, Home Education Conference Class

"Mom, you're always stressed." This was the comment from Angela's 13-year-old daughter that pierced her reality and became a turning point for her.  Angela Baker has been a popular LDS homeschool speaker for years.  Listen as she shares her inspired insight of dealing with stress and burn out in the demanding role as homeschool mother. She teaches that it is possible to put JOY back into motherhood and teaching, and that stress is just a symptom--a misperception.  She is back, due to mulitiple and repeated requests, to this year's conference. 

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"I have pondered over the notes I took in your class and have shared parts of your presentation with several of my friends... It was good for me to hear that certain kinds of doubts are still felt by others who have been at it longer and it is only when taken to the right source of trusting His understanding over ours, that true growth and wisdom is gained." - B. UT

 

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    Tina Nokes

Starting in the Middle: Transitioning From Public School to Homeschool
LDSEHE 2010, Mentor Mom Class (Moms Teaching Moms)

The largest growth in homeschooling comes from families pulling out of the public schools.  Some children transtions smoothly, others struggle.  In this class Tina teaches how to prepare for the transition if you haven't done it yet, or how to better deal with it if you're somewhere in the middle.  Tina draws from her own experiences as well as three other families who have survived "the transition," and gives tips on how to formulate a family plan for transitioning and gain buy-in from reluctant youth. 

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"Tina's straight-forward and practical approach to this subject was very helpful!"

"Great ideas, Tina."

 

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    Chad Hymas

Who Needs Legs... When You've Got Wings
LDSEHE 2008, Youth Class

If there is one thing that is constant in our personal lives, it is change!  On April 3, 2001, Chad's life changed instantaneously when a falling one-ton bale of hay broke his neck leaving him a quadriplegic. Chad's dreams were NOT paralyzed that day.  The Wall Street Journal hails Chad Hymas as one of the 10 most inspriational people in the world. Chad is a world class wheelchair athlete playing basketball, full contact quad rugby, and he races marathons.  Yet, he will tell you, his greatest accomplishment is his family.  Chad also keynoted in 2008 - and inspired every single person there, young and old. 

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"I can't imagine how [Chad's keynote] could have been any better!  WOW! Life changing concepts."  -2008 attendee, NC

"Chad Hymas was amazing.  I feel spiritually fed. Thank you!" - 2008 attendee, RI

 

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    Andrew Paduwa

Teaching Boys and Other Children Who Would Rather Make Forts All Day
LDSEHE 2010, Excellence in Writing Seminar

Children like to do what they can do; they want to do what they think they can do, and they hate to do what they think they cannot do. If you want excited and enthusiastic children who learn well, you must understand these key laws of motivation, and focus on the essential requirement of relevancy. If it matters, children will learn it, and if it doesn’t, they won’t.  Andrew Paduwa, director of the Institute for Excellence in Writing and father of 7 homeschooled children is a popular speaker for teachers and homeschool parents across the nation and Canada.  In this session he enlightens parents with specific ways to find and create relevancy for children, even when they have no apparent interest.

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"Andrew Paduwa really knows what he is teaching, that is apparent.  I learned so much in just a few hours.  Not just about writing, but about learning and how to facilitate greater learning." - 2010 attendee


 

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    Lisa Smith

The "When" of Homeschooling
LDSEHE 2010, Beginners' Seminar

"I'm already really busy, and now I'm supposed to be my kids' teacher, too?"  Homeschooling is a sacrifice in some ways, but a real help in others.  In this class, Lisa offers practical ideas on how to balance mother's needs with those of her children, and how to simplify life by meshing education with other family and church activities.  She also shares tips on how schedules (daily, weekly, yearly) can make life easier or harder--depending on how you use them.  Lisa Smith has always enjoyed teaching; she taught high school French and Spanish before she began homeschooling her five children.

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"Lisa is a profound yet humorous speaker who will catch your interest with her wit and wisdom.  She will help you see the beauty of spending time with your children."

 

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    Brad Wilcox

If You Can Laugh at It, You Can Live With It
LDSEHE 2010, Closing Keynote Home Education Conference

Life is serious business and trials and challenges can be real intense.  Still, we can't allow ourselves to miss the joy to be found along the way.  Keeping a sense of humor can help us keep perspective, build positive relationships with others, and deal with problems and stress.  Brad Wilcox, popular LDS speaker across the nation, encourages all to understand that everyone can develope a better sense of humor and follow the scriptural command to be of good cheer.

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"Bring him back again & again & again & again."

"Wow! Brad Wilcox!  Always inspiring and entertaining!"

 

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    Melissa Orton

Math for Smarty Pants
LDSEHE 2010, Mentor Mom Class (Moms Teaching Moms)

A few short years ago, Melissa's kids were bored with math.  Today, her kids see that math has a purpose and are motivated and excited!  What made the difference?  Melissa shares with us her quest for fun and fabulous books that teach and reinforce math concepts.  Math hasn't been boring since!  Melissa

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"Melissa was wonderful.  Real Meat.  She stayed right on topic with notes which I really appreciated."  -2009 attendee

"Melissa has a great love for learning and teaching.  She has been and currently is one of my greatest resources during my homeschooling journey."  -H.J.V., Virginia

 

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    Ariel Rodriguez

Boy World and Girl World: for 15-18 yr. olds
LDSEHE 2010, Youth Class

Back by popular demand, Dr. Ariel Rodriguez, Associate Professor of Family and Child Development at Southern Virginia University, and homeschool father of three children, returns to expound on the topic of "Boy World and Girl World." Learn more about how our biological differences and our experiences in boy world and girl world shape our ideas about dating, love, and romantic relationships.

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"I totally loved this class!  Ariel Rodrigueq is straight to the point, and SO much fun!"


 

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    Jon Schmidt

Got Skills? Developing Your Talents
LDSEHE 2009, Youth Class

Jon Schmidt shares his journey of becoming a popular performer, to give the youth a better understanding of what it takes to develop any talent.

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 "It was so cool hearing Jon Schmidt talking about his experiences and inspiration! And watching him play was just amazing!"

 

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    Earl Taylor

Is it Constitutional?  Learning Wisdom in Our Youth
LDSEHE 2009, Youth Class

Once we learn the simple principles of good government, how do we then use them to evaluate candidates for office, legislative proposals, and other current issues and events?  During this class we will discuss several real life cases and demonstrate how correct principles will help us make the right decisions.

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 "After taking some of Earl Taylor's Constitution classes [on DVD] it was so cool to actually talk to him and have him teach me!"