Christian Home Educators of Colorado (CHEC):High SchoolHome EducationSuppliesinPueblo, CO

10431 South Parker Road, Parker, CO 80134 (Back side of strip mall that faces Parker Road, i.e. the second driveway on the right, once you are on Plaza.)

Colorado Springs:

New Life Church

New Life Drive (off of Voyager Parkway and CO 83)

Colorado Springs, CO 80921

719-594-6602 (New Life Church)

There will also be workshops for beginners at our conference in June. Check out the State Conference under the Events category for more information on this opportunity.

Seminar Details

As more families consider the option of teaching their children at home, it is imperative that a comprehensive introduction to the how, what, why and where of homeschooling be available year around. CHEC's professionally-presented introductory seminar meets this need with valuable training and information, such as...

Things to consider before beginning
Learning styles and teaching styles
Support groups
Record keeping and scheduling
Special needs children
Junior high and high school (curriculum, diplomas, transcripts)
The homeschool law in Colorado
How to be successful in your homeschool
Success of homeschooling and the philosophy of homeschooling
Answers to objections (socialization, etc.)
What to do to avoid burnout

The seminar includes video and overhead presentations, and is conducted by veteran homeschoolers.

Each attendee will receive a syllabus with a copy of the homeschool law and other vital information.

There will be an extensive selection of curriculum and academic supplements available for your perusal and purchase, to help you get a good start on your homeschooling journey.

The seminar is priced in such a way as to make it available to everyone. The full session (from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm) costs $30. A spouse or child may come for no additional charge. The Homeschooling Introductory Seminar is crucial for those seriously considering homeschooling. To register for the next seminar, please download the Registration Form and mail with payment to CHEC, 10431 S Parker Rd, Parker, CO 80134

Our Presenters

Nancy Casterline
Nancy has been homeschooling her children since 1979. She holds a Bachelor's Degree In Psychology. Nancy was part of the team that wrote and revised the CHEC Comprehensive Guide to Home Education in Colorado, contributing to the Special Needs section. Along with Kevin Lundberg, Nancy was instrumental in making the Introductory Seminars a reality. Nancy is mother to 3 girls and 3 boys, 5 of whom are graduates, and grandmother to 4. Her heart is to educate and encourage beginning homeschoolers and those who have accepted the challenge to homeschool their children with special needs. Over the years Nancy has counseled and encouraged 100's of families to both begin and continue their homeschool journey. Presently Nancy is part of the team called the "office staff".

Dave Buehner

Dave Buehner –has been married to his wife Holly for 28 years and together they have been homeschooling all five of their children for the last thirteen years. Dave is an elder at Reformation Church in Castle Rock Colorado where he is currently seeking ordination as minister while attending seminary. He has taught worldview for private Christian schools and co-hosts the Generations radio program with Kevin Swanson.

Steve and Vicki Lewis
Steve and Vicki have been homeschooling their four children since 1986. Vicki holds a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Education. Since the early days of the movement, Steve and Vicki have served the homeschooling community in various ways - working as a support group leader, helping to write and revise the CHEC Comprehensive Guide to Home Education in Colorado, and presenting workshops at homeschool conferences. They especially enjoy equipping new homeschoolers through the Introductory Seminars offered throughout the year.

Kevin Swanson
Kevin was homeschooled in the 60's and 70's. Kevin has been active in the home education from the beginning of the movement. Now a second generation homeschooler with five children, Kevin and his wife Brenda homeschool in Elizabeth, Colorado. Kevin serves as Director of Generations with Vision, and speaks regularly around the country and across the world on home education. He is host of "Generations," a radio program networked across Colorado radio stations.

Marty and Judy Widmark
Marty and Judy have been home educating since 1992. They have been blessed with three children, Lindsay (23), Meredith (20), and Will (10), two of whom have graduated from home education and are both married and expecting Marty & Judy's first grandchildren this spring. The Widmark family continues to enjoy home education and desires to serve the homeschool community.

Todd and Kim Storrie

Todd and Kim Storrie, parents of ten more “chapters,” began formally educating their children at home in 1991. Their oldest three, daughters, have “graduated” and are currently pursuing their own business adventures and interests, as well as helping to run their home and assist in teaching their younger siblings. They also serve within their church and community. The remainder of our “book” continue to be discipled at home. Todd and Kim have served as volunteers with CHEC in various capacities over the past 14 years.

Scott and Andie Davidson

Scott and Andie have been homeschooling since 2004. They have been blessed with six children and hope for many more! The Davidson family is new to the Parker area and Scott is serving as the CHEC Events Coordinator. They enjoy spending time together as a family, building relationships with other believers and have a heart to help other families dig deeper into God's Word to better glorify Him in their home life.

Brian and Pam Newburg

Brian and Pam live in Colorado Springs and are the parents of four children, all of whom have been homeschooled since kindergarten. Two of them have graduated and two are still being educated at home. Brian and Pam are one of the founding board member families of High Country Home Educators, the homeschool ministry of New Life Church and are still actively serving. Pam is the administrator of the Support Group branch of the tri-fold ministry, and they enjoy encouraging other homeschooling families.