Colorado Homeschool Day at the Capitol

Do you cherish the LIBERTIES we have in this country, including homeschooling freedom?

Then join hundreds of other Homeschool families at the Colorado Homeschool Day at the Capitol for a fun and educational event. Stand with other Colorado homeschoolers at the Colorado State Capitol on April 10, 2025! Come for the full day or just the rally and show your support for homeschool freedom in Colorado.

At this one day event, your family will:

Hear from impactful guest speakers
Witness House/Senate proceedings
Participate in the pledge of allegiance from the House and Senate
Interact with hundreds of other homeschooling families from across the state
Stand for homeschool freedom with hundreds of other Colorado homeschool families at the at the Capitol rally
…and so much more!!!

2024 Speaker — Kevin Boden, Esq. Attorney and Director of HSLDA International

Kevin and his wife, Wendi, have 8 children and have been homeschooling parents for 16 years. They have homeschooled in three countries and six states. Kevin is a graduate of Wheaton College (IL) and received his J.D. from Seattle University. Kevin served for 13 years in full-time military service and continues his service as a Lt. Colonel in the Alaska Air National Guard. As HSLDA staff attorney and Director of HSLDA International, Kevin serves as the primary contact for members in 11 states (including Colorado!) and directs HSLDA’s international program, working to expand homeschooling freedom around the globe. He is passionate about the freedom to homeschool, the blessings of being a husband and dad, most things outdoors, and spending time with his family.

Homeschool Stories on display!

Posters will be displayed at Homeschool Day at the Capitol throughout the Capitol lobby, to showcase achievements, memories, adventures, and experiences from homeschooling. Be sure to stop and read the posters!

Homeschool Day at the Capitol Parking

There is ample parking all around the Capitol building! Here are three great options close to the Capitol Building.

All Day Paid Parking
Grant St

1 block East of the Capitol Building (.2 miles)
Less than 4 minute walk

1221 Sherman Street Lot
(Propark)

2 blocks South of the Capitol Building (.2 miles)
Less than 6 minute walk

Star Park
1601 Sherman St.

2 blocks North of the Capitol Building (.2 miles)
Less than 5 minute walk

Pro Tip! The earlier you arrive the closer you can park!

Homeschool liberty is a gift; and on this day, we boldly stand together in celebration of the freedom we experience that so many fought so tirelessly for. Colorado Homeschool Day at the Capitol is an interactive opportunity designed to create a memorable family experience, but also to educate the homeschooling community of the value of homeschool liberty and ways your whole family can be involved in the ongoing battle for homeschool freedom.

Tentative Schedule

Time	Details
8:15am	Arrive early!! There is ample parking all around the Capitol building but it could take a few minutes to find, go through security, and find a seat before the House and Senate begin.
9:00am	Opening of the House & Senate Homeschoolers will be recognized and will lead pledge of allegiance. Watch the proceedings on the House/Senate Floor
9:00am	Family Interactive Activity Booths (open from 9:00am-11:00am) – Flag History and Etiquette – How a Bill becomes a law – Living History – Scavenger Hunt – Bill of Rights – Colorado History Other Activities: – Get your picture taken at the photo booth – Take a self-guided tour of the Capitol (booklet provided)
10:00am	Special Message from guest speaker, Bill Jack at the Knights of Columbus building, 1555 Grant St. Denver, CO 80203
11:15am	Lunch Bring a picnic lunch or pre-order a Chick-fil-A sack lunch (limited availability). Lunch will be served at the Knights of Columbus building.
12:15pm	Rally on the West Steps – National anthem – Resolution of home education day in Colorado – Legislative update & recognition of legislators – Group prayer – Keynote address by Kevin Boden, Esq. Attorney and Director of HSLDA International – Group picture!!
1:15pm	Homeschool Day at the Capitol Wrap-up