JumpStart Parent
Education Conference

JumpStart Parent Education Conference

The Annual JumpStart Parent Education Conference inspires, connects, and motivates parents as they kick off the school year. The conference features a keynote address, over 50 educational break-out sessions, and the opportunity to network with other parents. Break-out sessions include various topics to address the needs of TK-12 students, from learning to read to preparing seniors for college. This event is free for all Classical Academy parents.

The 2026 JumpStart Parent Education Conference will be held on August 20, 2026.

Jumpstart Speaker - Lyndsay Morris, M.Ed.

Teach the Brain, Change the World: Brain-Based Parenting Strategies for a Happier Home?

Parenting is a journey filled with opportunities for growth, connection, and joy. Understanding how the brain works unlocks powerful tools to support your child or teen’s emotions and your own, helping you respond with greater patience, clarity, and confidence. By gaining a deeper awareness of emotional patterns, you’ll be better equipped to model self-regulation and create a calm, connected home environment. Gain practical insights to develop resilience, improve communication, strengthen family connections, and set the stage for a successful school year—both for your child and yourself.

Lyndsay Morris, M.Ed., is a best-selling author and the founder of Generation Wellness. She is a global leader in helping families and schools cultivate calm, connection, and resilience. A former teacher, school counselor, and Educator of the Year, as well as an international speaker, Lyndsay has empowered over 500,000 students, parents, and educators with simple strategies that foster emotional well-being and personal growth. Lyndsay is known for her engaging and practical approach, making brain science accessible and easy to understand and apply in daily life. She believes that small, consistent practices create lasting change, equipping parents with the tools to support their child’s well-being while prioritizing their own. Passionate about making emotional health accessible for all, she is dedicated to helping families thrive one moment at a time.

Learn more here!

Tips for the Day

Venue

The JumpStart Parent Education Conference will be held at the Classical Academy High School Studio campus, located at 207 East Pennsylvania Avenue, Escondido. The opening keynote session will take place in Caiman Hall.

Please allow extra time for parking, walking to the venue, and enjoying a complimentary breakfast burrito and drip coffee before the conference begins.

Parking

Parking is limited, so carpooling or taking the Sprinter is highly encouraged. Parking is available:

  • In the lot across the street from Classical Academy High School
  • At the California Center for the Arts, Escondido

Breakfast

Complimentary drip coffee and breakfast burritos will be served from 7:30 am - 8:00 am., while supplies last.

Due to the size of the event, we are unable to accommodate specific dietary requests. Thank you for your understanding.

Event App

This year’s conference will be held in person only. Workshop schedules and event information can be accessed through the Whova conference app.

To access the app:

  1. Download Whova from the Apple App Store or Google Play
  2. Sign in using the email address you used to register
  3. Search for JumpStart Parent Conference
  4. Enter invitation code: JUMPSTART26

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Please note: Printed programs will not be available this year.

Complimentary Giveaway

The first 100 attendees will receive a complimentary lunch to Best Pizza, located across the street from CAHS.

Book Purchases

The keynote speaker will have books available for purchase in the lobby and will be available to meet attendees and sign books following her keynote address and breakout session.

Workshops

Breakout sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Attendees are encouraged to bring laptops or tablets for note-taking and accessing resources. Wireless internet will be available throughout the day.

Classrooms are climate-controlled and may feel cool indoors, while temperatures outside may be warm. Dressing in layers is recommended. Depending on your selected sessions, there may also be a fair amount of walking throughout the day.

Business Expo

Event sponsors will be available throughout the day in the lobby. Be sure to stop by for special offers, discounts, raffles, and giveaways. These sponsors help make it possible for parents to attend this event at no cost.

What to Bring

  • A refillable water bottle (hydration stations are available throughout campus)
  • A tablet or laptop for note-taking and accessing workshop resources

Wi-Fi Information
Network Name: JumpstartConf
Password: JUMPSTART26

Child Care

This is a parent-only event. Child care will not be provided.

Event Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Logo for Keenan

Silver Sponsors

Logo for rainbow resource centerLogo for logic of english
Logo for COXLogo for Alliant

Bronze Sponsors

Logo for Kidder Matthews
Logo for IEW Institute for Excellence in WritingLogo for Kidder Matthews

INVEST Sponsors

Logo for Kidder Matthews
California Coast Credit Union Logosign post studio logoescondido children's dental logo

Jumpstart Speaker - Michele Borba

Launching Thrivers: Igniting Character for Lifelong Success

Internationally renowned educational psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Michele Borba will draw on her groundbreaking book Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine. Dr. Borba will share powerful, research-backed insights into the seven essential character strengths that distinguish thriving children, including traits such as empathy, perseverance, and optimism. In a world where digital distractions are at an all-time high, Dr. Borba offers practical, actionable strategies that empower children to develop resilience, confidence, and a sense of purpose.

Dr. Michele Borba is a globally recognized expert in parenting and child development, and has shared her insights in 30 countries across six continents. She has appeared on NBC’s TODAY show, Dr. Phil, The View, Dateline, and CNN, as well as been featured in TIME, The New York Times, and U.S. News & World Report. Dr. Borba has authored over 25 books,  including Thrivers and UnSelfie. To learn more, visit here: https://micheleborba.com/

Event Registration

Please download the free Whova event app to access the schedule breakout sessions, and exhibitors from your mobile device. Please search for the JumpStart Parent Conference, and enter the invitation code JUMPSTART25.

IOS
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Android

Event Agenda

7:15 - 12:15 - Sponsor Expo

7:30 - 8:00 - Complimentary breakfast will be served *

8:05 - 8:30 - CEO Welcome

8:30 - 9:15 - Keynote Address

9:25 - 10:15 - Breakout Session I

10:25 - 11:15 - Breakout Session II

11:25 - 12:15 - Breakout Session III

*Complimentary breakfast burritos will be served from 7:30 to 8:00 a.m. while supplies last. Ruthii's Coffee Truck will provide complimentary brewed coffee. Specialty coffees will also be available for purchase. We apologize, but due to the size of our group, dietary accommodations cannot be made. You are welcome to bring your own breakfast.

Photo, Video, and Media Release

By registering for and attending this event, you grant The Classical Academy, Inc., The Classical Academy Foundation, and its officers, employees, agents and partners (collectively "TCA") the irrevocable right to record, photograph, and/or livestream your image, likeness, and voice during the event. These materials may be used for promotional, educational, or informational purposes, including but not limited to websites, social media, publications, and other media platforms, without further permission or compensation.

If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please inform our crew or staff and avoid the areas in front of our cameras. By remaining in the immediate vicinity, you are giving TCA consent to film or photograph you.

Your participation in the event constitutes your consent to this policy.

Assumption of Risks, Indemnification, Release, and Consent for Emergency Treatment Agreement

Participant requests and is granted permission to participate in the JumpStart Parent Conference, hereinafter called “Activity,” sponsored by The Classical Academy, Inc. and The Foundation for The Classical Academies, hereinafter collectively called “TCA.”

In consideration of being permitted to participate in any way in Activity, Participant, for himself/herself, his/her heirs, personal representatives or assigns, does hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue TCA, its officers, employees, and agents from liability from any and all claims including the negligence of TCA, its officers, employees and agents, resulting in personal injury, accidents or illnesses (including death), and property loss arising from, but not limited to, participation in activity.

Assumption of Risks: Participant acknowledges and fully understands that there are or may be hazards and risks incident to participation in this activity that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid injuries, including losses that may result not only from Participant’s own actions, inactions or negligence, but also from the actions, inactions or negligence of others, from the condition of the facilities, equipment, or areas where activity is being conducted, and/or related to the specific type of activity. The specific risks vary from one activity to another, but the risks range from 1) minor injuries such as scratches, bruises, and sprains to 2) major injuries such as eye injury or loss of sight, joint or back injuries, heart attacks, and concussions to 3) catastrophic injuries including paralysis or death. TCA assumes no responsibility of any nature whatsoever for the actions of Participant or any other person or entity involved in this activity.

Participant has read the previous paragraphs and knows, understands, and appreciates these and other risks that are inherent in the activity. Participant hereby asserts that participation is voluntary and knowingly assumes such risks.

Indemnification and Hold Harmless: Participant also agrees to indemnify and hold TCA harmless from any and all claims, actions, suits, procedures, costs, expenses, damages and liabilities, including attorney’s fees brought as a result of his/her involvement in activity or for contribution or indemnification with respect to any claim made against Participant by any other person or entity in connection with activity, and to reimburse them for any such expenses incurred.

Consent for Emergency Treatment: Participant certifies that he/she is in good health and has no physical condition that would prevent participation in the activity. Participant authorizes TCA administrators and its designated representatives to consent, on Participant’s behalf, to any emergency medical/hospital care or treatment to be rendered. Participant agrees to be responsible for all necessary charges incurred by any hospitalization or treatment rendered pursuant to this authorization. Participant understands that coverage is not provided by TCA.

Severability: Participant further expressly agrees that the foregoing is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the law of the State of California and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.

Acknowledgment of Understanding: Participant has read this waiver of liability, assumption of risk, consent, and indemnity agreement, fully understands its terms, and understands that, by registering for activity, he/she is giving up substantial rights, including the right to sue. Participant acknowledges that he/she is entering into this agreement freely and voluntarily, and intends it to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law.