FREE MINI-CONFERENCE FOR NEW HOMESCHOOLERS!

THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Phoenix Convention Center South Building
33 South Third Street, Phoenix 85004

FREE! No advance registration required.


If you are new to homeschooling or thinking about homeschooling, you are invited to join us for a FREE mini-conference the day before the AFHE Convention. Our team will present informative and inspiring sessions designed specifically for those who are considering educating their children at home or are just getting started.

Tell your friends who are considering making the switch to homeschooling!

Bring a friend, spouse, relative, or support person to learn along with you!

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Sessions from our inspiring speakers:

  • Aimee Eucce - New Homeschoolers Wanted: Discover the Roadmap for Homeschooling Success! 
    Designed to give you confidence as you begin your homeschooling journey! In this session, you’ll learn the key steps that set families up for long-term success—from choosing curriculum with confidence, to creating a rhythm that works for your home, to avoiding the most common mistakes that overwhelm new homeschoolers. You’ll leave with a clear roadmap, practical strategies, and the encouragement you need to start strong and enjoy the journey. Taught by a second-generation homeschooling mom.
  • Colene Lewis - Too Many Choices? Making Sense of Educational Styles and Curriculum
    You might feel like Alice falling down the rabbit hole, but it can all be explained! This session will give you a brief overview of educational styles and curricula choices to help you navigate which way to go. Different styles are for different people and we will give you an honest evaluation of the various choices with the pros and cons of each type. Tips to discern who you are, who your children are, and what will work for you, will help you to hone in on appropriate choices for your year.
  • AFHE Team - We will provide the nuts-and-bolts information you need to begin homeschooling in Arizona. Learn about the legal definition of a homeschool, legal requirements, connecting with other homeschoolers, getting the resources you need, and other essentials.

Read the speakers' bios at our Speakers & Workshops page.

YOU CAN HOMESCHOOL! is supported by these sponsors

AFHE is grateful for the opportunity to present this FREE mini-conference with the support of wonderful partners like these. These organizations understand homeschooling and want to help you get off to a great start! Please join us in thanking . . .
important parking information coming in spring 2026
PARKING INFORMATION FOR THURSDAY
DOWNTOWN PARKING
There are many places to park downtown. We recommend parking at the garage closest to the South Building of the Phoenix Convention Center:
EAST GARAGE, 602 E. Washington Street, Phoenix
Daily parking rate is expected to be $20 if purchased before about 1:00 PM; later in the day the parking will cost more due to the Diamondbacks game that evening. You can pre-purchase your parking pass at ParkPHX.com or space.aceparking.com/pcc

FRIDAY & SATURDAY PARKING
There are other large events taking place the same weekend as our convention. Demand for parking will be high, and it is best that you make a plan as soon as possible for your transportation to/from downtown Phoenix.
  • ParkWhiz.com will show the capacity in nearby garages. 
  • At AceParking.com you can pre-purchase passes for other garages very close by: the Regency Garage, North Garage, and more. Visit their website and enter your selection for days and times.
  • Farther away, there are options with LAZParking, although it does not appear that you can pre-purchase to guarantee a spot.

YOU CAN HOMESCHOOL! Essential Info

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Convention Admission
Attendance at pre-convention events on July 16 does not include admission to the AFHE Convention Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18, 2026. On-site registration for the Convention will be open Thursday, 12:00-4:30 PM, for those who wish to register while you're at the Phoenix Convention Center.

If you pre-register for the Convention onsite on Thursday, you can pick up your convention name badges, welcome bag (one per family), and convention program—and skip the check-in lines Friday morning! 
Children
The mini-conference is geared for training and equipping adults and takes place during exhibitor set-up for the AFHE Homeschool Convention. For your child's comfort and to allow you to gain the full benefit of these mini-conference sessions, we encourage you to make childcare arrangements, if possible.

Childcare is not provided. Nursing infants are always welcome.

If you bring your child to the Convention Center, he or she must remain with you at all times. As a courtesy to other attendees, we ask that you step out of the workshop room if your child becomes noisy or a distraction to those around you. 
Exhibit Hall
The Thursday programming takes place during exhibitor move-in, so the exhibit hall will not be open for shopping on Thursday.
 
Convention registration is required for exhibit hall entry on Friday and Saturday.

Exhibit Hall hours for registered Convention attendees:
Friday 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM 
Recordings
Recordings of the Thursday mini-conferences will be available for purchase. Take advantage of the on-site purchase price during the Convention, or visit the Resounding Voice website following the Convention at store.resoundingvoice.com. 
Parking
Parking is plentiful near the Phoenix Convention Center. We have provided parking suggestions on the CONVENTION ESSENTIALS page.

Visit ParkPHX for an interactive map with parking, restaurants, and road construction updates.

Parking garages closest to the South Building of the Phoenix Convention Center:
JEFFERSON STREET GARAGE | 333 E Jefferson Street, Phoenix
EAST GARAGE | 602 E Washington St, Phoenix 


Want to attend the full two-day AFHE Convention? 
How does a $35 discount sound?

DISCOUNT admission information
AFHE would like to welcome first-time convention attendees with a $35 discount for adult admission. Adult admission may be used for either one adult or a married couple. Adults who have never before registered for the AFHE Convention are eligible to request a coupon code. Current AFHE membership is required to receive this special offer. Click below to learn about AFHE membership!

Visit our Registration Discounts page to learn more and access the request form. (Form available beginning March 30.)
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