SEA Homeschoolers
Online Conference Series Speaker
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Vanessa Hobbs
Vanessa Hobbs is an instructor at Johns Hopkins University and the founder of Serious About Science She received her Master’s degree in Biology from Vanderbilt University and her Master’s degree in Chemistry from Middle Tennessee State University. Vanessa has experience teaching middle school through graduate level science courses. She’s also a homeschool mom who knows how hard it can be to find quality courses for kids to learn remotely or in local groups — courses created by people in that field of study and with their expertise. Vanessa loves STEM and sharing how fun science can really be!
Sunday
August 17, 2025
3:30pm ET/12:30pm PT
From Textbook to Test Tube: A New Approach to Science
Elevate your science curriculum by adding innovation and discovery. Today’s world demands more than just rote memorization. It requires real world application and inquiry that applies the scientific method to new questions. Integrating hands on learning strategies, emerging technology, guided inquiry to your science curriculum can take a run of the mill science curriculum and turn it into a world class science lesson that truly resonates with your child. As an instructor, changing your science mindset will help you to inspire and transform the next generation of thinkers.
Sunday
August 17, 2025
4:20pm ET/1:20pm PT
Serious About Science - Live Vendor Q&A
All of the science, none of the boring! Join us for this vendor session to find out more about Serious About Science biotechnology lessons.
SEA Homeschooling - Inspiration, Help, Resources, & Support
Whether you’re new to homeschooling or have been homeschooling for years, we’re here to support you and provide you with the resources you need to succeed! One way we do so is through our conference series, but we also have a wealth of other resources, including masterclasses, a free homeschoolers magazine, SEA book store, and more. Plus, our Facebook group is more than 100,000 families strong, and we’re confident that you’ll be able to connect with other homeschoolers who share your values! Join our secular homeschooling community today!