In this episode of Homeschool Minnesota, Dayle Annand and Karen Soencksen discuss the upcoming MACHE Convention for 2026. They cover the importance of the convention for homeschool families, the registration process, keynote and featured speakers, the Teen Track for teens, exhibitors, sponsors, and the various activities planned for the event. They emphasize the community aspect of homeschooling and the resources available to families, including a used curriculum sale and lunch provided by Chick-fil-A. The episode concludes with a call for volunteers and an invitation to attend the convention.

Links:

The Convention page online:

https://homeschoolminnesota.org/convention/

To download the events app:

https://homeschoolminnesota.org/the-mache-app/

To contact Homeschool Minnesota--MÂCHÉ:

https://homeschoolminnesota.org/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the MACHE Convention
02:22 Importance of the MACHE Convention
05:06 Recording and Audio Options
07:14 Registration Details
11:17 Convention Dates and Location
12:59 Keynote Speakers
15:16 Featured Speakers and Workshops
19:29 Teen Track Overview
21:37 Exhibitors and Shopping
24:37 Sponsors and Partnerships
26:21 Friday Night Freedom Concert
27:36 Used Curriculum Sale
31:13 Lunch Provided by Chick-fil-A
32:28 Silent Auction and Fundraising
35:21 Volunteering Opportunities
38:52 Closing Remarks and Invitation