Speaker Information & Application Process

Share Your Knowledge with Homeschool Families

The MACHE Convention brings together homeschool families from Maryland and beyond for encouragement, practical resources, and meaningful connections.

Thank you for your interest in speaking at the MACHE Homeschool & Parenting Convention!

Thank you for your interest in speaking at the MACHE Convention. We are grateful for individuals who are willing to share their experience, expertise, and encouragement with homeschool families. Each year, our convention seeks to provide practical workshops and meaningful connections that equip parents and students throughout their homeschooling journey.

Applications for the 2027 MACHE Convention Are Open!

The 2027 MACHE Homeschool & Parenting Convention will take place May 14-15, 2027. Speaker applications will be accepted through October 1, 2026.

What You’ll Be Asked to Provide

To help our speaker team thoughtfully review each proposal and plan a successful convention experience, the application will ask for:

  • Contact information
  • Biography
  • Workshop titles and descriptions
  • Headshot
  • Website and social media links
  • Presentation requirements or accommodations

Selection Process

Speaker applications will be reviewed as they are received by the MACHE speaker team. All requested information must be submitted in order for an application to be reviewed and considered.

If selected, speakers will be contacted with additional details regarding scheduling and participation. Please note that submitting a proposal does not guarantee selection, as workshop space is limited.

Areas of Interest

We welcome a variety of workshop topics designed to encourage, equip, and support homeschool families. While not exhaustive, the following areas represent topics of particular interest to convention attendees.

Homeschooling Foundations

Curriculum, teaching methods, organization, and getting started.

Parenting & Family Life

Encouragement, special needs, discipleship, and strengthening the home.

High School & Beyond

High school, college and career preparation, entrepreneurship, and life skills.

STEM, Arts & Enrichment

Science, technology, fine arts, music, and enrichment opportunities.

Faith & Discipleship

Biblical worldview, spiritual growth, apologetics, and Christian living.

Life Skills & Entrepreneurship

Leadership, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and practical life skills.

Special Needs & Learning Differences

Learning differences, practical strategies, resources, and family support.

Health & Wellness

Physical health, mental wellness, nutrition, and family balance.

Questions?

Thank you for your interest in speaking at the MACHE Convention! We appreciate your willingness to encourage and equip homeschool families through your knowledge and experience. If you have any questions about the speaker application process or workshop proposals, please don’t hesitate to contact our speaker team.

Email: speakers@machemd.org

Ready to Inspire and Encourage Homeschool Families in Maryland?

We look forward to welcoming speakers who are passionate about encouraging and equipping homeschool families.

Apply to be a Speaker