Name: CHEA's 2026 Parenting & Homeschool Convention
Start: 2026-07-10T09:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-07-11T17:00:00-07:00
Location: Calvary Chapel Downey

Holding Fast

Holding fast the faithful word as he has been taught (Titus 1:9a, NKJV)

Summer Leadership Conference

Date

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Time

8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Registration begins at 8:00 AM

Location

Calvary Chapel Downey

12808 Woodruff Ave, Downey, CA

About the Conference

Leading a home education group is deeply rewarding, and it can also be isolating. The Leadership Conference is a full-day event designed to remind you why you started, sharpen your vision, and provide practical tools to lead well.

Sessions cover both the inspirational (rediscovering your why, casting fresh vision) and the practical (building community, financial management, involving dads). A catered lunch gives you time to connect with fellow leaders who share your calling.

All private home education group leaders are welcome. Your group does not need to be part of CHEA's Support Network to attend. We look forward to seeing you in July!

Schedule

8:00 AM

Registration & Check-In

8:30 AM

Opening Session and Legislative Update

Pastor Art Reyes, Nathan Pierce, and Angela Lasch

9:45 AM

How to Reach and Support the Hispanic Community

(Even if you don't speak Spanish)

Ricardo & Ana Maria Bagnuoli

10:30 AM

Workshop Sessions

11:30 AM

Workshop Sessions

12:15 PM

Luncheon & Keynote Session

Israel Wayne

A delicious lunch buffet will include gluten free, dairy free, and vegetarian options.

2:45 PM

Q & A Speaker Panel

Israel Wayne, Roger & Jan Smith, Nathan Pierce

3:00 PM

Coffee at the Calvary Chapel Downey Cafe

Optional time to visit and talk with speakers

Pricing

Regular Price

$70

per person

Support Network

Member Price

$60

per person

250 and 450 Support Network Members: please call the office at 562-864-2432 or email sndirector@cheaofca.org to request a coupon code. These membership levels include two free registrations for the Summer Leadership Conference.

Additional Details

Free parking is available at Calvary Chapel Downey.

A delicious lunch buffet will include gluten free, dairy free, and vegetarian options.

At-the-door registration will be available; however we encourage you to register by July 6 as we need to supply a final count to the caterer. Meals may not be available if registering after July 6. If you miss the deadline, please call to check availability.

The Summer Leadership Conference is for adults only. No childcare will be provided. Non-mobile nursing infants whose parents are considerate of others are always welcome.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

This event is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors.

Where to Stay

Holiday Inn® La Mirada – Buena Park

14299 Firestone Blvd., La Mirada, CA 90638

A lovely hotel only about 15 minutes from Calvary Chapel Downey. Our group rate of $139 per room per night (plus applicable taxes) includes complimentary overnight parking and free wi-fi.

Holiday Inn Online Reservations

July 9, 2026 · Downey, CA

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