Minnesota Catholic Home Education Conference and Curriculum Fair

May 30–31, 2025
St. Paul College – St. Paul, MN

ST. PAUL, MN – The 27th-annual Minnesota Catholic Home Education Conference and Curriculum Fair will take place May 30–31, 2025, at St. Paul College in St. Paul, Minnesota. The 2025 event is sponsored by the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis.

This year’s keynote speakers are Ken and Kerri Davison, founders of Holy Heroes and veteran Catholic homeschoolers with eight children and over 26 years of experience. Known for their vibrant devotionals and family-friendly media, the Davisons bring practical insight, Catholic wisdom, and heartfelt encouragement to families seeking to grow in both faith and educational excellence.

Ken will present “Ten Homeschooling Tips from the Parents of Saints” on Saturday morning, and Kerri will open the conference Friday evening with “The ‘Unfair Advantage’ of Homeschooling.”

The conference also features a dynamic and inspiring lineup of speakers:

• Nancy Bjorkman, nationally recognized homeschool speaker and owner of Heppner’s Legacy, will present:

• “Time & Home Management” – organizing your life with peace and purpose

• “Engaging Early Learners” – creative strategies to foster early learning at home

• Cathie Baier, Catholic homeschooling mother of six, offers:

• “Beginning Homeschooling – Beyond the Basics” – a roadmap for new homeschoolers

• “The Motivation Myth” – how to inspire learning without bribes or battles

• Cindy Goldade, education and brain development expert, presents:

• “Bodies in Motion, Minds in Gear” – using movement to enhance learning

• “Beyond the Textbook: A Homeschooling Journey” – personal stories and strategies for joyful learning

• Alisha Coury, Catholic mom and certified digital wellness educator, explores:

• “Raising Tech-Healthy Kids” – forming healthy digital habits in a tech-saturated world

• Dr. Sarah Kostick, a homeschooled graduate with a Ph.D. in Horticulture and active leader in youth and young adult ministry, shares:

• “Virtuous Friendships: Helping Teens Build Meaningful Relationships” – guiding teens toward faith-filled, authentic connections

The weekend also includes a special needs discussion, a networking panel with veteran homeschoolers, and opportunities to connect with local and regional Catholic homeschooling families.

Attendees can explore the curriculum fair featuring over 40 vendors, attend vendor presentations, browse the used book sale, and visit with college representatives.

Confirmed vendors include Holy Heroes, Heppner’s Legacy, Kolbe Academy, Teaching Textbooks, Catholic Textbook Project, RightStart Math, RC History, Verity Lucia Books, Pacem Studio, Catholic Studies at University of St. Thomas, NET Ministries, Lamplighter Ministries, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, University of Dallas, Catholic International University, and many more.

The event opens at 4 p.m. on Friday, May 30, with the vendor hall, used book sale, vendor workshops, and keynote presentation. Saturday, May 31, begins at 8:30 a.m. and concludes at 5 p.m.

Registration is $25 per person if received by May 15 ($10 additional after or at the door). Saturday includes complimentary coffee, with box lunches available for pre-order. Free parking is available, and nursing babies are welcome (no childcare provided).

“As a brand-new homeschooling parent, I found the Catholic Home Education Conference to be the best first step in our journey,” shared past attendee Dayna Francis. “The vendors helped steer me toward what was best for my family, and the other attendees felt like family just moments after entering the conference.”

St. Paul College is located in the shadow of the Cathedral of Saint Paul, with plenty of lodging and dining options nearby. For more information and to register, visit: www.mnconference.org