Classical Conversations National Conference

Classical Conversations
National Conference 2023

Delight in Homeschooling Freedom

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National Conference

When: May 4-6, 2023 View Schedule

Where: Southern Pines, NC—Grace Church and The National Athletic Village

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What Is National Conference?

Presented by the Classical Conversations Foundation, National Conference 2023 is a three-day event that brings homeschooling families from communities around the world together in fellowship.

Celebrate your homeschooling freedoms as you:

  • Learn more about classical, Christian education.
  • Explore valuable college opportunities and scholarships.
  • Take a tour of the Classical Conversations home office.
  • Attend exciting discussion panels, including the all-new Dad Panel, made up of six dads from all walks of life, and the returning Grad Panel.
  • Receive encouragement and inspiration for your homeschooling journey!

National Conference Speakers

Hear from leaders in the homeschooling movement, including Leigh Bortins, Robert Bortins, Heather Shirley, and more.

Who Is Invited?

Everyone! Bring your whole family—we’ll provide an affordable day camp for children that includes nursery care for babies, playtime with structured learning for toddlers, and various outdoor activities for older students.

2023 Event Schedules

All times are EST.

National Commencement

Thursday, May 4

4:00-7:00 p.m.

National Conference Welcome Celebration (Optional) @ NAV

Friday, May 5

1:00-2:00 p.m.

Graduates complete Obstacle Course @ NAV

2:00-2:30 p.m.

Graduates talk with Leigh @ NAV

4:30-5:30 p.m.

Commencement Rehearsal and Check-In @ Grace Church

7:00-9:00 p.m.

Grad Hangout @ NAV (Grads ONLY)

Saturday, May 6

12:30-1:30 p.m.

Photos with Leigh and Robert @ Grace Church

1:30-2:00 p.m.

Formal Seating of Graduates and Guests

2:00-4:00 p.m.

National Commencement

National Conference

Thursday, May 4

4:00-7:00 p.m.

National Conference Welcome Celebration @ NAV

Friday, May 5

8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Exhibitors Open

9:00-11:30 a.m.

Speaking sessions
Camp/Nursery

11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Lunch Break

1:00-4:30 p.m.

Speaking sessions
Camp/Nursery

Saturday, May 6

7:00-8:00 a.m.

Coffee with Leigh @ NAV

8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Exhibitors Open

9:00-11:30 a.m.

Speaking sessions
Camp/Nursery

All Events

National Commencement

National Conference

Thursday, May 4

4:00-7:00 p.m.

National Conference Welcome Celebration @ NAV

Friday, May 5

8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Speaking sessions
Camp/Nursery

9:00-11:30 a.m.

Exhibitors open

11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Lunch Break

1:00-4:30 p.m.

Speaking Sessions
Camp/Nursery

1:00-2:00 p.m.

Graduates complete Obstacle Course @ NAV

2:00-2:30 p.m.

Graduates talk with Leigh @ NAV

4:30-5:30 p.m.

Commencement Rehearsal and Check-In @ Grace Church

7:00-9:00 p.m.

Grad Hangout @ NAV (Grads ONLY)

Saturday, April 30

7:00-8:00 a.m.

Coffee with Leigh @ NAV

8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Exhibitors Open

9:00-11:30 a.m.

Speaking sessions
Camp/Nursery

12:30-1:30 p.m.

Photos with Leigh and Robert @ Grace Church

1:30-2:00 p.m.

Formal Seating of Graduates and Guests

2:00-4:00 p.m.

National Commencement

*Classical Conversations Foundation is a nonprofit organization, separate from Classical Conversations, Inc., but it’s driven by the very same mission: to know God and to make Him known.

**All published ticket prices are in U.S. dollars. Published prices do not include taxes and Eventbrite fees. Entrance into the National Conference requires every attendee to register, to have a ticket to enter the event, and to accept the risk release and liability waiver.

***Child Conference prices refer to children ages 3-17 at the time of the event. Conference attendance for children ages 2 and under at the time of the event is free if sitting with parent.

2023 National Conference Sponsors

A warm thank you to each of our sponsors who made the 2023 National Conference not only possible, but a resounding success in equipping and encouraging Classical Conversations families for their homeschooling journeys.

Southeastern University
Institute for Excellence in Writing logo
Gutenberg College logo
Spurgeon College logo
Thales College logo
Excel College logo
First Frets logo
STOA Christian Homeschool Speech and Debate logo
Sedera
Cedarville University
Picaboo
Regent University logo
Covenant College logo
Delightful Art Company logo

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