Thursday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sebastian J Leaders Forum Click here for details or refer to the Spring Leaders Beacon 7 p.m., Panzacola F-3 John Walsh: Stories That Teach Each story will be an illustra- tion of how you can use story- telling to teach. John will present stories from history, life experi- ences, fables and famous sayings. He speaks worldwide at confer- ences and storytelling seminars. Adults and children alike become instantly quiet as his story unfolds before them. John is the author of The Art of Storytelling. 7 – 8:30 p.m., Panzacola H-1 FPEA Annual Business Meeting This meeting is open to all FPEA members. On the agenda: • The State Chairman, Treasurer and others report on the general condition of the organization. • Directors in Districts 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 and 14 are elected. Members in those districts may vote for Director. Districts are determined by counties — if you’re not sure what district you’re in, consult the Almanac or click here. • Members may ask questions; meet their District Director, State Chairman and other officers; and voice con- cerns. The State Chairman will recog- nize members who wish to address agenda topics. Members must keep their remarks to two minutes. Every FPEA-recog- nized group is encour- aged to send a repre- sentative to this meet- ing. To vote, as well as for more information about the election process, use the mail- in ballot attached to the Summer Almanac, or visit www.fpea.com. Ballots must be turned in at the meeting if not already mailed. Friday 5 – 7 p.m., Sebastian I-3 FPEA Scholarship Fund Silent Auction Peruse the items up for auc- tion to benefit the FPEA Scholarship Fund. 7 p.m., Panzacola G-1 Charge to FPEA Graduates by John Stonestreet 7 p.m., Panzacola F-3 John Walsh: Almost True Stories Actually, they’re not true at all, but you will think they are. Come enjoy John as he tells stories that will stimulate your imagination. Saturday 4 – 6 p.m., Panzacola Pre-Function Home Education Foundation Silent Auction HEF will auction off items to support lobbying efforts in Tallahassee on behalf of home- schoolers. 7 p.m., Sebastian Ballroom FPEA Statewide Graduation Ceremony Join the Class of 2008 as Florida homeschool graduates proudly march down the aisle to honor the completion of a huge milestone in their education and for their parents. 9:30 p.m., Panzacola Ballroom Post-Graduation Buffet and Dance You don’t have to be part of the ceremony to attend. Pre- registration is required. THURSDAY: ä  Registration opens at 3:30 p.m. ä  Exhibit Hall open 5-9 p.m. ä  Food Courts open 5-9 p.m. FRIDAY & SATURDAY: ä  Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. ä  Children’s Program with DP&K Productions 8 a.m.– 5 p.m. ä  Summit Ministries teen track 8 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. on Friday 8:30 a.m.– 4 p.m. on Saturday Lectures and Workshops begin at 9 a.m. ä  Exhibit Hall open 9 a.m.–7 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. on Saturday ä  Food Courts open 7:30 -9 a.m. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Home -- Special Activities -- Friday Schedule -- Saturday Schedule -- About the Exhibit Hall --- Graduation Preregister Online -- Preregister By Mail -- Hotel Information -- Checklist of Essentials -- Children -- Teens