Turning Point Academy presents the 2023 Educator’s Summit on June 15-17. Turning Point Academy is a movement that is dedicated to “RECLAIMING the education of our children, REVIVING virtuous education focused on truth, goodness, and beauty, and RESTORING God as the foundation of education.”

The Educator’s Summit is specifically designed for the purpose of equipping educators (public, private, and homeschool) with the vital tools needed to train the next generation HOW to think, not WHAT to think.

Outstanding Speakers

Charlie Kirk: Founder &CEO, Turning Point USA; Author; Radio Host
Alex Newman: Award-winning International Journalist; Educator; Author; and Consultant
Dr. Lisa Fortini-Campbell: Professor, Northwestern University; Founder and President, Fortini-Campbell Company; Speaker
David Bahnsen: Managing Partner and CIO, The Bahnsen Group; Author; Television Commentator
Dr. Bill Federer: Historian; Best-selling Author; Speaker; President, Amerisearch Inc.
Professor Thomas Meade: Northwestern University; Eileen Foell Chair in Cancer Research and Professor of Chemistry; Director of the Center for Advanced Molecular Imaging
Dr. Bruce Lockerbie: Chairman/CEO of Paideia
Dr. Chris Firestone: Professor of Philosophy, Trinity International University
John Kessler: Instructor, Foundation Teaching Economics; Director, Center for Economic Education; Professor, Purdue
Daniel Maycock: Master Math Teacher, Polymath Classical Tutorials
John Punt: Music Teacher, Seven Oaks Classical School
Beth Kuzel: Primary Director, Classical Consortium Academy
Scott Phelps: Executive Director of the Abstinence & Marriage Education Partnership; President of the Abstinence & Marriage Education Resources

Conference Schedule
Thursday, June 15th
9:00- 12:00pm – Pre-Conferences Options:
1. Laying a Strong Foundation for our Littlest Learners OR
2. Foundation for Future Marriage & Family
1:00pm- Registration Begins
2:00pm- Welcome and Orientation
2:15- 5:00pm – The Harm of Indoctrination | The Purpose of Education | The Purpose of a Teacher
6:00pm – Dinner
7:00pm- Academy Sponsored Gathering

Friday, June 16th
9:00am – 12:00pm: Thinking Like…a Theologian la Philosopher |a Philosopher | a Musician
12:00 pm – Lunch
1:00 -4:00pm – Thinking Like… a Mathematician | a Scientist | an Economist
4:00pm – Breakouts | 5C School Workshop*
6:00pm – Dinner
7:00pm – Academy Sponsored Gathering

Saturday, June 17th
9:00am – 12:00pm – Thinking Like…a Historian | an Author/Literary Critic | an Artist
12:00pm – Conference Ends
12:00pm – 2:00pm – 5C School Workshop*
*Designed for current 5C School planters and staff.

Conference Fee
• $0/TPAA Affiliate | $50/Non-affiliate registration
• To become a TPAA Affiliate go to: www.turningpointacademy.com/association
• If the conference costs are a hardship, please contact Francine Quintero.

Travel Notes
• Closest Airport: O’Hare International Airport, Illinois
• Other Airport Options: Midway (MDW) or Milwaukee (MKE) Trinity International University, is located at 2065 Half Day Road, Deerfield,IL 60015, approximately 25 minutes from O’Hare Airport. If you are traveling by car, there is plenty of parking.

Accommodations & Meals
• There is a room block at La Quinta, Bannockburn, which is walking distance to the conference. You may call (847) 317-7300 and mention Turning Point Academy or go to wyndhamhotels.com, choose dates, special rates, and supply the group code CGTPA1 to receive the discounted price. Other hotel options are Hyatt Regency in Deerfield, Homewood Suites, Marriott, and Courtyard Chicago all in Lincolnshire.
• Three meals will be provided – Thursday dinner, Friday lunch, and Friday dinner. Complimentary coffee service and beverages will be provided during the conference.

For more information, please contact Francine Quintero:
Phone 224.677.9013
Email francine@tpusa.com

Registration deadline is June 1st.

The Iron Sharpens Iron conference is for women of all ages, 13 and up. Is this conference appropriate for my teenage daughter? Yes! There will be breakout sessions with topics appropriate for young women ages 13 to 18. Is child care available? No, child care is not provided. How should I dress? Dress casual and comfortable.

This year will feature keynote speakers Rosalinda Rivera and Erin Campbell.

At no other time in American history, fights to uphold our nation’s founding principles required our undivided attention. As a result of our nation’s rapidly declining moral and ethical standards, it is clear that America’s conservative movement must reach beyond its traditional base if it is ever to regain the influence it once knew. We propose a Black Conservative Summit.

Please join the Illinois Family Institute for our annual Worldview Conference on March 18th at the Village Church of Barrington. This year we are featuring three well-respected Pro-Life Christian leaders who will help us better understand, debate and persuade people in our spheres of influence to the sanctity of human life. You do not want to miss this special event with Scott Klusendorf, Dr. John Diggs and Scott Phelps!  

Now more than ever, Christians must contend for the sanctity of human life. This is especially true in Illinois where we have become an abortion destination point of the Midwest. The pro-life message must be intentionally and actively articulated and propagated to the people in our spheres of influence. We cannot assume they understand the spiritual, biological and emotional aspects of what abortion does to a women and society.

Studies have shown that only 6 percent of professing Christians have a biblical worldview. Because of this, today’s believers live very similarly to the unbelieving world. As such, they tend to believe the false narratives being promoted by pop culture, the media, academia and Leftwing government officials.

Having a solid, consistent Christian worldview has never been more important than it is now as our culture is rapidly embracing a temporal, non-biblical value system. As we are set free of deadly lies by the Truth of the Gospel, and as we better understand God’s ways and precepts, our love and compassion for our neighbor should compel us to spread the truth and to teach those around us all that Jesus commanded. (Matthew 28:19020)

Please join us for this wonderful opportunity to strengthen your biblical worldview and become better equipped to effectively engage the culture.

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Saturday, March 18, 2023 at Village Church of Barrington
1600 E. Main Street, Barrington, IL
$10 per person / $25 per family / Lunch is not included, but you may bring your own.
A list will also be made available for local eateries. 

Praise and Worship Pre-Session with Eliana Hartian: 9:15 AM —9:55 AM

Morning Sessions: 10:00 AM —12:00 PM

Opening Prayer: Former State Senator Darren Bailey
Session 1: Scott Klusendorf: “The Issue of Abortion”
Session 2: Dr. John Diggs: “Consequences of Sexual Immorality”

Afternoon Sessions: 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM

Opening Prayer: TBD
Session 3: Scott Klusendorf: “Pro-Life Christianity; Engaging Your Church and Community”
Session 4: Scott Phelps: “Being Proactive: Abstinence and Marriage”

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The mission of the IRON SHARPENS IRON Conference Network is to mobilize regional ministries to resource local churches with a first class one-day equipping conference that is specifically designed for men (age 13 and older). This year’s keynote speakers are Dusty Davis and Joe Martin.

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The mission of the IRON SHARPENS IRON Conference is to mobilize regional ministries to resource local churches with a first class one-day equipping conference that is specifically designed for men (age 13 and older). This year’s keynote speakers are Virgil Walker and Chris Harper.

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Lear more HERE.

The Iron Sharpens Iron Conference Network is made up of Christ-centered men’s ministries that serve local churches in their geographic region 52 weeks a year. ISI network ministries engage pastors and men’s leaders in ongoing relationships, providing training, coaching, equipping and resources.  These vital resources help the church reach and build their men. While training and equipping local churches is the heartbeat of the regional ministries, the most visible resource is the one-day equipping conference held each year for men of all ages.

This year’s keynote speakers are Joe Martin and Stephen Kendrick.

One of the big challenges of the teen years is navigating the world of dating and relationships. Through this seminar with Dr. Rob Rienow you will:

1. Learn new ways to communicate with your teen,
2. Be equipped with biblical principles
3. Develop a game plan to help your son or daughter prepare for their future family.

Coffee and donuts provided. Students are welcome and encouraged to attend. There is no cost, but pre-registration is required using the form linked here.

The Mission of the IRON SHARPENS IRON Conference Network is to mobilize regional ministries to resource local churches with a first class one-day equipping conference that is specifically designed for men (age 13 and older). We are excited to have Kenny Luck & Jammal Williams joining us in Springfield for the 2020 conference!

Has your church or men’s group requested a promotion packet? If not you can request a free Church Promotion Packet here.