2013 South Florida Homeschool Convention

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We are very excited to have Rick Green as one of our Featured Speakers this year. Rick is a speaker for WallBuilders, a national pro-family organization whose name is taken from the Bible book of Nehemiah (Neh. 2:17), in which Nehemiah led a grassroots movement to rebuild the foundations that had been the strength, honor, and dignity of that nation.

WallBuilders has been recognized nationally for its work in education, history, law, and public policy, integrating the elements of faith and morality throughout all aspects of American life and culture. Much of the uniqueness of WallBuilders message stems from its massive collection of original documents from early American history, affirming George Washington's declaration that, "Of all the habits and dispositions which lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable supports."

Rick Green has served in both church and state, being a leader not only in his local church but a Texas State Representative as well. Rick has influenced tens of thousands of Americans to become salt and light in their communities, helping them understand their dual citizenship and responsibilities both as citizens of Heaven and of America. Rick's presentations contain compelling historical and Biblical facts that create interest and inspire patriotism.

Rick earned his B.B.A. in finance from Angelo State University, his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Texas School of Law, and serves as president of the Torch of Freedom Foundation (www.torchoffreedom.org). He is married, a father of four, and an entrepreneur who has built several successful businesses. Rick has a solid Biblical worldview and is an excellent teacher of how Biblical principles and Christian values relate to current events and every aspect of life.

Featured Speaker: (Click Here to view all Workshop Descriptions in PDF Format)

We are very excited to have Coach Rick Andreassen as one of our Featured Speakers this year. Coach Rick Andreassen has over 26 years experience as a Teacher, Coach, Lecturer and as a Children's Minister. In 1997 Rick founded the Christian Homeschool Athletic Association of Florida, which currently reaches over 5,000 Homeschool Students per week throughout Florida, Texas, and Las Vegas, Nevada and has just launched it's first out-of-the country program in Guatemala and Zambia, Africa.

Coach Rick is a Psychology Major with an emphasis on Early Childhood Development, and a Certified Minister. Rick has recently been inducted into the "Who's Who Among America's Teachers", a national recognition to honor the most respected teachers in our country... He is the first Homeschool Educator to ever receive this award.

An interesting footnote: Coach Rick was elected to carry the "Olympic Torch" in the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics to represent ALL the Homeschool Families throughout the United States and the WORLD!

The heart of Rick's message is always "God is Faithful!!!" His prayer and goal is that the Lord would Inspire, Encourage, and Revitalize each and every parent, wherever they are on their Homeschool journey!!! Coach Rick has an amazing way of communicating from the Heart of God, to the Heart of a Parent, about the Heart of a Child. His passion and enthusiasm to see young people become all that God has created them to be, and his sincere love for the Lord, will be sure to inspire us all. Whether you are a "First-Time" Homeschooler or a "Seasoned Veteran"...Coach Rick's daily reminder is "We must first put the oxygen mask on ourselves, before assisting others"...So please "COME AND BE ENCOURAGED!!!" Rick's ultimate prayer is to Encourage, Encourage, and Encourage some more!!!

Coach Rick Andreassen is a "Featured Speaker" at Homeschool Conventions throughout the country and is available to speak at your support group meetings or conferences. He may be contacted at (954) 494-6812 or CoachRickAndreassen@yahoo.com Please visit www.chaasaints.com

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Gus and Shirley Solis have been married since 1993. They have six children and are based in Homestead, Florida. For the last six years, they have traveled the country, with their family business, Lifetime Books and Gifts, catering to the needs of homeschooling families as they share their hearts on life and educational issues. Shirley, a dynamic and encouraging speaker, has touched the hearts of many around the country. With her delightful, upbeat personality and her convicting message, she shares her life experiences while inspiring and encouraging the Body of Christ to fulfill their God-given purpose. She is the creator of the "Building Character with Your Children" program, author of Not Just Tacos~An Insight Into Latin American Cuisine Cookbook, and creator of the Learning Shower Series.

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Don McChesney and his wife Nicole began life anew during the spring of 1998 when they gave their lives to Jesus Christ. They are now in the 10th year of homeschooling five children. Don's experience during a business career of 20 years convinced him that classically educated individuals are rarely met with and desperately needed. He believes that Christian homeschoolers are uniquely positioned to fill that need. He loves to learn and to teach.

Don is the founder of Equip Education. He earned his B.A. in Political Science from The American University in 1990 and his M.B.A. from the University of Miami in 1998. He and his family are active in their church.