Expo FAQs

Annual CHN Family Expo FAQs

When does Expo begin and end?

Expo begins on Thursday afternoon, May 7, 2020 at 12pm and ends Sunday evening, May 10, 2020. Attendees may pick up registration packets starting Thursday at 2pm at the Conference Area Registration/Expo Information Desk.

How do I register to attend?

Registration is online at: http://www.californiahomeschool.net/chn-store/

When does Registration close and why does it close?

Online Registration ends: May  2, 2020 to give ample time for making the name badges and registration packets. Don’t worry, registration can be purchased at-the-door, but be aware that prices increase $20 per person.

To make it more accessible for those on limited budgets, CHN offers a payment plan option for CHN Members Only, available in the store. The final date to take advantage of the payment plan is November 30, 2019, so the last payment will be April 30, 2020… Just in time for Expo the next week!

What are the hours of the Conference Area Registration/Expo Information Desk?

Thursday, May 7th: 2pm-6pm                                       Friday, May 8th: 9am-6pm

Saturday, May 9th: 9am-6pm                                       Sunday, May 10th: 9am-2pm

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How do I receive my Expo Registration Tickets?

Registration tickets are not sent by regular mail or email when you register for Expo. Instead, Registration Packets are created which include important information, such as maps and name badges, and will be available for pick-up at the Conference Area Registration/Expo Information Desk beginning Thursday afternoon at 2pm.

What if I am a Speaker or Exhibitor? Do I need a registration packet or check in?

Yes, even Speakers and Exhibitors receive a registration packet and should check in. Please head to the Registration/Expo Information Desk to receive your registration packet, and check in. Please allow ample time to acquire your Registration Packet, which includes your name badge(s), as the Registration/Expo Information Desk gets very busy during Friday and Saturday mornings.

How do I become a Speaker or Exhibitor?

Speakers: submit your proposal here: http://www.californiahomeschool.net/expo/speakers/proposal/

Exhibitors: submit your application here: http://www.californiahomeschool.net/expo/vendors/application/

What if I am under 18 years old? May I pick up my family’s registration packet? Can I attend Expo without my parent?

The answer to that is no. All those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paid/paying adult Expo attendee to receive the registration packet. And if the minor is attending Expo with another family, they must have their parent fill out a permission slip for them to attend Expo under the other family’s supervision and responsibility, which is kept with the Registration Coordinator. The host family must have a medical release in case of emergency. Contact Rhonda at registration@californiahomeschool.net for more information.

Do I have to wear the name badge?

Name badges are required for all rooms except, Thursday during the Homeschool Options Fair and the 101 Homeschool session at 7pm. This includes all kid activities, including the Teen Room. Younger children do try to sneak in the Teen Room, because face it, teens do the exciting things!

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Can I get a refund or transfer my registration to another person?

Refunds incur a 20% cancellation fee. Refunds may be obtained on registration, used curriculum sale, and graduation only if you notify us in writing by April 15th, 2020.  No refunds will be given after April 15th, 2020.  Send your e-mail to treasurer@californiahomeschool.net.

Transfers are very difficult as there are different categories and ticket types that people purchase and need.

Is there childcare provided at the conference?

We do not offer childcare and it is important that all children under 13 have an adult nearby throughout the weekend. Children cannot be just dropped off inside one of the conference rooms and the parent leave. We will be implementing a caregiver registration which allows a caregiver to take a child to various activities, such as Family Village and the Arts rooms, but does not allow for the caregiver to attend any regular sessions.

Can I purchase passes for the water park?

Passes to the water park are for overnight hotel guests and cannot be purchased at the Conference Registration/Expo Information Desk. Each hotel guest receives their water park passes when they check-in to the hotel.

Is there a curfew? Do I have to be in my room after a certain time?

If you are staying at the hotel, we ask that all attendees honor a 9pm curfew in the hallways. The hotel is filled with other guests too, so we need to be respectful of them. If you want to stay up later, please use the hotel’s common gathering space in the lobby until they close, or the lower level hotel activity area.

The Board of Trustees believe a curfew should be established during Expo. The Conference area will be closed at midnight, and all should leave the area at that time. Parents should see that their children are inside their guest room or another guest room that has adult supervision, no later than 2 am. When minors are allowed to roam unsupervised, accidents may happen, and sometimes trouble or damage, too.

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Can I help during Expo?

Putting on a fabulous Expo takes great volunteers, so please if you have an opportunity to help, we would greatly appreciate it.

To Volunteer at Expo, send Rhonda an email at: expovolunteers@californiahomeschool.net

We need help from our members to make this the best Expo ever! If you cannot volunteer for long, sometimes even a 10-minute break for one of the room coordinators, so they can get some food or a drink is helpful and welcomed.

How do I stay up-to-date with Expo news?

We have several ways to stay up-to-date.

First, the website page, http://www.californiahomeschool.net/expo/blog/, Expo Updates & Info, is updated as things get added to the schedule, speaker line-up, exhibitor list, etc.

Second, CHN has a Facebook group dedicated to Expo: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CHNFamilyExpo/

And third, CHN members automatically receive an EXPOsure email, with highlights and news all related to Expo. Now, even non-members can receive EXPOsure news by signing up here:

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I have a question that was not found here.

You can email Rhonda at registration@californiahomeschool.net

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