True Education Conference
True Education Conference
Mentoring families and individuals in their journey of true education.
Education is more than what happens at a desk.
Join homeschooling families, parents, and educators from around the country for a weekend of learning,
connection, and practical ideas — where we explore the purpose and practice of true education.
Mentoring families and individuals in their journey of true education.
Education is more than what happens at a desk.
Join homeschooling families, parents, and educators from around the country for a weekend of learning,
connection, and practical ideas — where we explore the purpose and practice of true education.
Join us
September
30
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October 3, 2026
Building for Eternity Education Conference is for the whole family! Our mission is to show how to educate the mental, physical, and spiritual for a life of service to God. With a combination of lectures and hands-on practical learning, it’s an experience all ages will enjoy.
YOU DON'T HAVE TO HOMESCHOOL ALONE
Homeschooling can be one of the most rewarding journeys a family takes — and one of the most demanding. How do you keep learning engaging? Is teaching the academics enough? How do you help your children build confidence, character, and a love for learning — not just for a career, but for a meaningful life?
Building for Eternity is a weekend to step out of the routine, connect with other families, learn from the experience of others, and come home with practical ideas — and some real encouragement.
WHAT IS TRUE EDUCATION?
At the heart of this conference is a simple question: what is education actually for?
There are two approaches to education — one aimed at success, the other aimed at something deeper: a life of purpose and service. That's the question we want to explore together, not just what should my child learn, but:
- Who are they becoming?
- What are they learning to love?
- How can they discover and develop their gifts?
- How can faith become part of everyday life, rather than just another subject?
The Bible says, "Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness." — Matthew 6:33. True education is more than preparing the student to earn a living — it's about developing the whole person: mind, body, and character.
For us, that's the heart of it. Not raising kids who simply know a lot, but young people who know what matters, understand their purpose, and want to use their gifts to bless others.
COME WITH QUESTIONS. LEAVE WITH IDEAS.
Whether you've been homeschooling for years or you're just getting started, you'll find something here to take home — fresh ideas, practical resources, new friendships, and some renewed energy for the year ahead.
Speakers
Deivon de Andrade
Pastor Deivon de Andrade is a trained medical missionary. Born in the Cape Verde Islands, he is a product of Eden Valley, Uchee Pines, and Ouachita Hills, where he studied theology. After spending a year at Weimar University, in the Master of Arts program, and completing further studies through HarvardX, Pastor Deivon returned to Weimar (in California) to coordinate the Total Community Involvement program, where he also served as an associate pastor.
Jai Hewlett
Jai Hewlett, Lifestyle Educator Director at Uchee Pines Institute, is a carpenter by profession as well as a trained and certified Medical Missionary, husband, father of three in homeschool, and lover of the Word of God. His love for Christ and burden for souls led him to begin Hisway Ministry, where he does preaching, teaching, lifestyle counseling sessions, natural remedy classes, and more. It's his mission and joy to see revival and reformation and to keep us looking God's way.
Teresa Kodimer
Confronted with a parent/teacher meeting at her son’s elementary school and with the thought that she needed to have something to share, Teresa pulled down a little book from her bookcase and began to read. Less than 2 hours later she closed the book, Studies in Christian Education, by E. A. Sutherland, having read the entire thing. From that day on, her whole perspective on education changed. That was over 20 years ago. Since then, Teresa has continued her research of education and has been involved in directly helping families understand their responsibility in training their children for Eternity.
Kimberly Kodimer
Young and rebellious, the last thing Kimberly thought she would ever do was devote her life to God’s work. Every day was a battle in the homeschool, until God stopped her in her tracks and she finally made that total surrender at the age of 13. In 2003, she undertook a 3-year apprenticeship at SonLight Education Ministry, furthering her training in writing, publishing, public speaking, and other educational lines. After serving at SonLight for nearly 8 years, God called her to utilize her skills at Uchee Pines Institute. As a writer, editor and international speaker she has a passion to see families thrive and young people reach their full potential in Christ.
Conference Location
Uchee Pines Institute
30 Uchee Pines Rd.
Seale, AL 36875-5726
Prices
Conference Fee
$30 (per family)
Lodging
There are several options (prices are per night):
Anvwodi Guest Rooms (for singles, families, married couples) $50. Older facility. WiFi. Smaller rooms. SHARED BATHROOMS, central AC/heat, on-site laundry (bring your own laundry detergent), SHARED refrigerator space, NO FOOD ALLOWED in all rooms, common living and dining room areas. NO POULTICES ALLOWED IN BED. Limited availability. Rooms are assigned on a FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS.
Note: Room key deposit of $20.00 (cash only) will be collected during on-site check-in and returned for key.
Bed in dorm room for single man/woman $25 – Room is shared with other occupants in campus dorm. Shared bathroom. Bring bath towel and personal toiletries.
RV hook-up $25 – Bring your own RV. PLEASE NOTE: It must be 50 amps or below.
Tent (per family) $15 – Only the space and bathroom/shower facilities provided. Bring everything else!
Meals
After September 24, you will no longer be able to order meals. If you register after this date, please note that you will need to provide all of your own meals for the conference.
Meals are non-refundable after September 24. Meal prices are per person per meal. Meals are plant-based with the occasional use of honey. If you have a food sensitivity, please be aware that cross-contamination can happen. Therefore, if you have a severe food allergy, providing your own meals is recommended.
- Breakfast $10.30 (per person, per meal)
- Lunch $10.30 (per person, per meal)
- Supper $8.15 (per person, per meal)
- Free (children under 3 years old)
All Meals Package
From Wednesday Supper to Sunday Breakfast
4 Breakfasts
3 Lunches
4 Suppers
Total $104.70
Important Notes
- Transportation is not provided.
- Available housing is very limited. Local hotels within a 30-minute drive are available in Columbus (Georgia) and Phenix City (Alabama).
- Local state-governed resorts within a 30-minute drive are available in Eufaula, Alabama, and Omaha, Georgia.
Schedule for 2026
