What to expect at the Conference
Creative Arts Showcase
Homeschool Students ages 12 and older can enter their creations in our second Homeschool Student Creative Arts Showcase. See the Art Fair page for more information.
Extensive Vendor Hall
One of the Midwest’s largest curriculum discovery experiences—featuring trusted publishers, hands-on exploration, and hard‑to‑find homeschool resources. Plan to explore it all!
MPE Kids Children’s Program
Want to bring your kids, but not sure they can handle the workshops? We’ve got you covered! Our children’s program is for ages 4-12, and registration is available at the door.
Mentor Moms
In all the busyness of daily life, we can forget the reason we’re doing all this – for our children! Spend quality time with a homeschool mom who’s gone before you and is happy to share tips on homeschooling and life with little ones.
Help for new homeschoolers
Learn more about setting up a homeschool in your state, compare curricula, and more through our workshops and vendor booths.
Homeschool workshops with special tracks
Learn from more than 60 workshop presenters who share personal, practical insights from their homeschool experience. Workshops include time-tested favorites such as how to homeschool, homeschooling high school, household management, family nutrition, and small-business entrepreneurship. Exclusive tracks are available for homeschool beginners as well as those homeschooling children with special needs.