As a leader and mentor for homeschool moms and dads, you have often counseled others, "Don't try to do it alone!" The same advice applies to you and your fellow leaders! You also need a group or a network where you can ask questions, compare notes, and be with others who understand the unique demands and rewards of serving homeschool families.

It is for this reason that AFHE is pleased to host a leadership conference for support group, co-op, club and resource center leaders who serve the Arizona homeschool community. For many years this event has been providing connection and refreshment to those who work so hard to support homeschool families around the state! We invite these leaders to come be encouraged, inspired, and refreshed to continue doing the work set out before them. This event is an invitation only event; the opportunity to attend the leadership conference is a benefit of being affiliated with AFHE and having your group info listed on our website and our mobile app.

Attendance is not limited to only the officers or leadership committee of your group; others who play key roles and are potential group leaders are also welcome. If you would like to attend and are not currently affiliated with AFHE, please consider applying HEREAnd if you are in the planning stages to launch a new group soon, we'd love to hear from you, too!

Program and registration details are outlined below. Please contact groups@afhe.org with questions.

REGISTER BY FEBRUARY 23

SATURDAY, MARCH 1, 2025
8:15AM - 3:30PM
Arrive at 8:00 AM to check in and enjoy continental breakfast.
REGISTRATION RATES:
$35/individual
$50/married couple
Large group rate $20/person when registering 10 or more people.
LOCATION:
Antioch Community Church
1125 N Dobson Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224

Conference Speakers

During this special day you will hear from speakers whose messages will help you grow personally and equip you to lead your groups with excellence, and you'll engage in interactive sessions designed to help you grow and serve your group with joy and excellence throughout the year.

In 2025, AFHE is welcoming back a favorite leadership conference speaker from our 2019 Leadership Conference . . .

Meet DARREN JONES!

Darren Jones is Senior Counsel and Director of Group Services for Home School Legal Defense Association, where he has worked for almost 30 years. He and his wife Sara homeschool as a team. They have graduated three and are still teaching one. Darren has advised homeschool families and groups around the country about how to comply with homeschool laws. He enjoys board games, teaching Sunday school, and speaking at homeschool conferences.

DARREN'S SESSIONS AT THE 2025 LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE:
Your Homeschool Group: Answering the Hard Questions
Guard your support group against legal surprises! In this workshop, Darren helps you understand issues that affect your group, including civil rights law, child abuse prevention, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Don’t miss this important discussion of policies your support group should adopt when addressing membership issues and child protection!
The Secret to Homeschool Freedom
The best way to safeguard the future is to learn from the past. Homeschooling’s history of close calls and exciting victories sheds light on upcoming challenges to homeschool freedom. Come hear the secret to keeping homeschool freedom free.

LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Networking with other leaders from across the state, sharing ideas and encouraging one another
Updates on current issues affecting home education
Resources for Arizona homeschoolers and details about AFHE events and initiatives
Special presentations to enhance your leadership
Guest speakers who inspire and equip
Food & fellowship – continental breakfast, lunch, and afternoon refreshments
Support Group Spotlights
Discussion Sessions with other leaders