Faithful Roots; Fearless Futures Theme Anchors the 43rd Annual Gathering
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Home Educators Association of Virginia (HEAV)
March 2, 202
RICHMOND, Va., March 2, 2026 /Standard Newswire/ — The Home Educators Association of Virginia (HEAV) will host the 43rd Annual Virginia Homeschool Convention on June 4–6, 2026, at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Keynote speakers include farmer and author Joel Salatin, nationally recognized for his work on stewardship and regenerative agriculture, and powerhouse influencers Nick and Tina Freitas, who address faith, culture, leadership, and raising resilient families. The speaker lineup also features The Cashell family of Mayhurst Estate, Kate Batistelli, Kathy Eggers, and many other veteran homeschool educators and specialists covering college preparation, special-needs education, leadership development, and more.
With more than 66,000 homeschoolers statewide and thousands of families attending from across the Commonwealth and beyond, the convention remains Virginia’s largest and longest-running homeschool event.
This year’s theme—Faithful Roots; Fearless Futures—highlights a renewed emphasis on practical, family-centered education, including homesteading skills, healthy living, entrepreneurship, leadership development, and academic excellence for students of all ages. More than 100 exhibitors fill the exhibit hall with curriculum, services, and hands-on resources, while dozens of workshops equip parents with tools they can apply immediately.
“The convention is more than an event—it’s a catalyst,” said Catrina Jackson, convention director. “Families leave with clarity, confidence, and community. At a time when parents are seeking grounded, flexible, and values-driven education, homeschooling continues to meet that moment.”
Special events include a Hispanic outreach reception, military family event, Black outreach reception, leadership luncheon, HEAV Young Entrepreneurs’ display, and more.
Registration
Registration is open to all—whether homeschooling or exploring educational options. Additional details, including full speaker lists and workshop schedules, are available at heav.org/convention.
About HEAV
Founded in 1983, HEAV supports tens of thousands of homeschool students across Virginia through advocacy, education, and community engagement. The annual Virginia Homeschool Convention is a cornerstone of that mission, offering three days of encouragement, training, and connection for both new and veteran homeschool families.
SOURCE Home Educators Association of Virginia (HEAV)
Media Contact: Whitney Showalter, marketing@heav.org, www.heav.org