Conference Speakers
Zan and Joe Tyler
BJU Press
Zan’s homeschool journey began in 1984 when she was threatened with jail. She has spent the past three decades advocating for homeschool freedom, publishing curriculum and resources, and joyfully equipping parents to thrive in their homeschool journey. She is an uplifting speaker, author, and the host of the Zan Tyler Podcast, an encouraging and practical weekly podcast sponsored by BJU Press Homeschool.
Joe Tyler is President of Followers in Fellowship, a 501(c)(3) organization committed to advancing Christian education. Joe and Zan homeschooled their three children through high school. He is Chairman of the Board for the South Carolina Association of Independent Homeschools (SCAIHS).
Speaker Sessions
Homeschooling While Married and Living to Tell About It
(Family Discipleship, Marriage Matters)
Zan was Joe’s best friend and ministry partner in college. He loved her and wanted to know how she felt about him. Even though they had never dated, Joe proposed out of the blue during their junior year — and Zan didn’t speak to him for a month! In spite of this rocky start, the Tylers have thoroughly enjoyed more than 40 years of marriage. They’ve experienced abundant joys and triumphs and have weathered many storms. Enjoy this refreshing session of laughter and encouragement as Joe and Zan share candidly about the ups and downs of married life — including their biggest fight ever — while focusing on principles that have served to form the unshakeable foundation of their marriage.
Join thousands of homeschoolers this June 11-13th at the Rocky Mountain Homeschool Conference in Denver, Colorado!
Expect to have a lot of fun and fellowship, find great deals on curriculum, and get practical encouragement for your homeschooling journey!
A BIG THANK YOU to our 2026 Conference Sponsors
