Classical Conversations
National Conference 2023
Delight in Homeschooling Freedom
Save the date!
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.
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.
