Mount Airy Home Educators MAHE                       Serving Mt Airy ,  MD  & surrounding area  Mount Airy Home Educators is an inclusive support network that offers educational and social support regardless of personal, educational or religious beliefs. Our purpose is to strengthen your child's home education and to empower you in your choice to home school. We hope to achieve this with the help of each member through group support meetings, social/educational groups, fieldtrips, and various learning experiences. These will not be limited to our children, but hopefully will be beneficial to you as well. Dreams and ideas are encouraged not only by our children, but by their teachers too. We just ask that you help by planning things that will help in exciting our children about learning. A day at the park, a trip to the museum, or a new club for a foreign language. What ever you can contribute just may be something that encourages another to investigate further, find out more and truly enjoy learning. This is your group, make it what you need. If we all work together we can all strive for our common goal, the best childhood and education for our children that we can possibly dream for them.

Fredrick County and Surrounding area

PALS-FC                                       PALS-FC is an inclusive homeschooling support group in Frederick County, MD and surrounding counties. It is a secular group, is open to all homeschooling families and is an online Yahoo-Group for members to communicate and network between one another. PALS is intended to provide various activities and programs for children in the group as well as support for parents. Since PALS runs on a volunteer basis, we welcome and encourage everyone to participate. Plan a field trip, let others know about a fun class you have found, get involved! PALS is a support and networking group for the greater Frederick area and not a general homeschooling discussion list.

Harford and Cecil Counties

Harford County Circle of Friends HSC. E-mail circleoffriendshsc@yahoo.com

Harford County Homeschool Hub  Circle Of Friends Homeschool    Circle of Friends is a successful homeschool group that offers activities, support, and fun to homeschoolers in Harford County and surrounding areas. Circle of Friends offers a Kindegarten Co-op, Fieldtrips, Crafts, Moms Nites, Family Picnics and more. We cater to creative, enthusiastic, homeschoolers of all styles that may be looking for a more "laid back" group. Our group offers a place of accepted diversity, we all work together to provide a more "secular" style group. We, in fact, are looking for those that may have tried other area groups and found them wonderful, but perhaps a bit too conservative or religious. Our current families are a little "crunchy", very fun, and very active. We celebrate parenting and homeschooling and we welcome new members as we regroup, and continue to grow.

Harford Area Homeschooling  HAHSA            Harford Area Home Schooling  This list is for homeschooling families from Harford and Cecil Counties (in Maryland) and surrounding areas to join together to provide support, share resources, and ideas. All are welcome to this list whether you are just considering homeschooling or a veteran homeschooling family.
Harford Area Home School Association is also an active support group for families in the Harford County area. It is a free, open and inclusive group. If you wish to receive more information and a calendar of scheduled events please send an e-mail to HAHSA@hotmail.com. For additional information our website is http://www.geocities.com/hahsa1 . You do not have to be a member of the in person support group to belong to this list

www.hahsa.org

harfordcountyhsers · Harford County Homeschoolers  Message board and information base for ALL homeschoolers in Harford County. Moderated only for spam, flaming and profanity. ALL groups, co-ops, homeschoolers and homeschool curious are invited to use this list as a network, resource locator and information finder. Please use this list with respect to all, no religous preaching or flaming, and tolerance for all.

Westminster

Educating Our Own (E O O)   Contact:   roby@qis.net  Westminster, MD Support Group

Gaithersburg Area 

Horizons Homeschool CO-OP Horizons co-op     Horizons Home School Co-op is a newly created inclusive co-op of  homeschool parents sharing their talents and energies in a co-operative environment. We will meet every Thursday in the Gaithersburg, Maryland area for the purpose of providing fun, creative activities and classes so our children can celebrate the adventures of learning and exploring their world together. Our meeting place will be announced as soon as decided upon by the members. Check back regularly for updates.              At Horizons' each member takes an active part in planning activities such as park days, field trips and classes. A variety of classes and activities are organized by the parents for children of all ages to share and explore. These classes may include Art, Math, Music, Dance, Gym, Science, Reading, Language Arts and many others. The co-op offers a fun setting for parents and children to contribute their talents and interests as well as learn from those of their friends. Members are encouraged to expand our offerings by organizing and announcing new classes or activities as the need and interest presents itself.   Horizons Home School Co-op welcomes members from all faiths, races and educational styles. We believe that the most wonderful part of home-schooling is the opportunity to learn about others and ourselves in real-world situations. This is best done by actively pursuing friendship and support in an inclusive setting and learning from our diversity.           This is a moderated website. To join you must request permission from the Horizon website moderators. Following the request you will receive a Welcome e-mail with more information about our co-op and a questionnaire. You will be notified by e-mail of membership acceptance when we review your information. Happy Learning,  Horizons Home School Co-op

Upper Montogomery lower Fredrick Area

Upper Montogomery/ lower Fredric k County County Homeschool Community

St. Mary's County

St Mary's Open Homeschool  Welcome! We are a community of homeschoolers in St. Mary's County, who have gathered together on this list to support one another in HSing and HS-based events

Western  Maryland Virginia Pennsylvania

Western Md. homeschool group

NovaUnschoolers     NovaUnschoolers is an inclusive list for homeschoolers in the northern Virginia area to chat, find support and meet others, and those who are looking for information about homeschooling. This is an in inclusive list and is made up of unschoolers, eclectic, and relaxed homeschoolers. There are many ways to homeschool and in my view everyone has to make decisions for their families based on what they think best. I want everyone to feel welcome on this list and to have fun. I want people to find friends and to find support. This is not a debate board on how to homeschool or unschool so please be respectful. Membership to NovaUnschoolers is required to have access to the groups, and co-ops in the list.

Appalachian Regional Co-op We have an online discussion group where you can "meet" other homeschoolers and find out about activities and field trip opportunities. We host Mums night out, park days, science club, Jason Project, LifeSmarts, Creativity Group, Teen Tuesdays, Teen Movie Night and lots of other activities posted from day to day. Most activities take place in and around Washington and Frederick counties, MD along with Jefferson and Berkeley counties in WV. We also have members in southern PA and northern VA.
The group is open to all homeschooling philosophies, including self-directed and unschooling. We encourage everyone to plan an activity that is open to group members. To join the online group, send an email to: arc-homeschool-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

arc-homeschool                   Appalachian Regional Cooperative is an inclusive group of homeschoolers in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. We welcome anyone interested in group activities for all ages. The group is open to all homeschooling philosophies, including self-directed and unschooling. We encourage everyone to plan an activity that is open to group members.

Groups with Special interest,  Teens,  Religion, Culture,  Lifestyle, Boys

AltlearnMapNetwork  This list is for Natural Learners and unschoolers from anywhere in the world who believe in child-led, natural learning. It is a list for those who are certain of their choice, and also for those who are learning to let go of school-at-home, and let their children lead the way. This Yahoo group is only one aspect of a bigger picture. Altlearn Map Network web siteThe web site links Natural Learning people, and support groups together from all over the world, by map. It also provides News, articles, research and many other useful resources. While there, click "Latest Information", to see updates for all parts of the website. About your subscription: To have your subscription to this group approved, you are requested to send a brief post to; AltlearnMapNetwork-owner@yahoogroups.com, including your name, where you live and a little about yourself and the learning environment you provide your children. Also please state why you would like to join this group.

 ***NEW GROUP***      MD homeschooling Special Needs    Welcome To MD Homeschooling Special Needs support group. This groups is for those families in Maryland who are homeschooling children with special need. This is a place to share ideas lend support and plan activities that would enrich our children's life's. Whether your child has Autism, Aspergers, learning, disables ADD, ADHD or other just plane high maintenance this groups is for you. We hope that by coming together in this group we can more easily share resources about special needs children. We can also come together to find and lend support in a common area as we homeschool. This is a private list not open to the public.

TheNaturalParentingGroup                  This group is for people that practice natural parenting. This is also a group for people with special needs children. This group is for anyone who follows their heart when it comes to their children

CircleHS  Circle of Friends is a successful homeschool group that offers activities, support, and fun to homeschoolers in Harford County Maryland and surrounding areas. Circle of Friends offers a Kindergarten Co-op, Fieldtrips, Crafts, Moms Nites, Family Picnics and more. We cater to creative, enthusiastic, homeschoolers of all styles that may be looking for a more "laid back" group. Our group offers a place of accepted diversity, we all work together to provide a more "secular" style group. We, in fact, are looking for those that may have tried other area groups and found them wonderful, but perhaps a bit too conservative or religious. Our current families are a little "crunchy", very fun, and very active. We celebrate parenting and homeschooling and we welcome new members as we continue to grow and learn together!

Maryland_HEARTS    This group was started as a Maryland chapter of Homeschoolers Educating, Assisting, & Reaching-out Through Service, begun in New Jersey by a homeschooling activist named Michele Pulis. This program encourages homeschooling families to get involved and to help make a difference. H.E.A.R.T.S.' purpose is to unite a very diverse group of homeschoolers in community service projects; and to generate increased public awareness, understanding, and acceptance of homeschoolers and homeschooling as a single focus - unrelated to any other issue. We are based in Hagerstown, in Washington County. We will use the national H.E.A.R.T.S. monthly schedule of projects, which you can access at the site below. The local recipient/s for each month's project will be posted on this discussion board. The current national website: http://www.H-E-A-R-T-S.org “Nationwide, homeschoolers consistently become involved in community outreach as part of their daily learning. The organization called H.E.A.R.T.S. was recently created in an effort to capitalize on this volunteer spirit by coordinating efforts – reaching beyond the barriers of religion, politics, educational philosophy, and distance.” --Updated Press Release - September, 2004 Community participation is always invited and appreciated

PHLiC-MD We are a group of families working together to make homeschooling our children a rewarding and communal experience. We offer reviews in cooperation with the New Creation Academy umbrella program using their group option, which satisfies Maryland legal requirements. Our group is secular in nature, and we hope to attract open-minded individuals, and those seeking a progressive environment in which they can grow and learn with their children. We are just getting started, so please contact us if you are interested in getting involved!

Baltimore Gifted                            A forum for families with gifted children living in the Baltimore area who would like to meet for activities and support

National African-American Homeschoolers Alliance      NAAHA is happy to bring to you the largest and most comprehensive website for African-American homeschoolers        Welcome    to the National African-American Homeschoolers Alliance. As active homeschoolers, we want other home school families to be well-informed, well-prepared and well-connected in order to provide the best home education for African-American children. NAAHA was created just for these reasons. Here, you will find links to all

AfricanAmericanHomeschoolers          Welcome to African American Homeschoolers! This group is for African American parents (or parents of African American children) who are homeschooling their children. It is also for parents looking to supplement their children's education with home study. We are open to all homeschooling philosophies (unschooling, packaged curriculum, eclectic, etc.) Please share your ideas for lesson plans, texts you've found helpful, websites, etc.; especially those that are specific to Africans/African Americans. Also, any items for sale (used and new) relative to homeschooling can be displayed here. Although we are an inclusive and diverse group, please keep in mind that the focus of this list is to support homeschooling from the African American perspective, and with African American children in mind. We thrive on participation so don't be shy about posting.

BWAAH   Welcome to Baltimore-Washington African American Homeschoolers. This group was created for African American homeschoolers in and around the Baltimore/Washington DC/Northern VA area to connect with one another. This is a central place where members of various support groups and/or individual homeschoolers in the area can learn from and help each other.  Please feel free to post events in the area, as well as curriculum ideas. This is an inclusive group, which means we welcome all homeschoolers regardless of method or religion.  We ask that members do not use this group to advertise or promote any business opportunities, no matter how well meaning they may seem (links in your signature are fine).  Please post an introduction when you join so that the other members may get to know you. Again, welcome to the group

Torah At Home  A support group for Jewish Home Educators in Montgomery County, Maryland

J-LIFT Jews Learning IS Fun Together This is an electronic forum for the planning and notification of homeschooling activities for Jewish families in the Baltimore area and beyond. We are an activity based group, and welcome the input and efforts of other motivated and dedicated parents.

JHS_MDDC  This list is meant to be a forum to allow Jewish home schoolers in Maryland, DC, and nearby areas to keep in touch and plan activities. Although there are national email lists for Jewish home schoolers this is a local group and I hope will focus on the specific area we live in.          Please be aware that many on this list are supporters of Israel and political discussions of the situation in Israel will occur, as will suggestions for supportive actions that may be taken by families and individuals.            Before you are accepted for membership I will need to know your real name, address and phone number. This is for our own protection as we are meeting each other through our different activities. This information will be confidential and kept only on my home computer, not the yahoo database.  This list is open to Jews of all levels of observance interested in home schooling their children.

 mdpateens  This group is for homeschooled teens (and their parents) in Maryland and Southern Pennsylvannia areas. The mission is to provide communication on interest-driven activities that fulfill social and educational needs of ages 13 and up that are home educated. Please post field trips, classes, and activites that will enable this age group to encounter other homeschooled teens in the area.
This group is open to all homeschoolers and we ask the members to be tolerant of various religious and political views.
To join this group, please click "Join." Please be sure you include in the note the following info: Your name, Teens' age, the area you live in, and what you want to achieve by joining this Yahoo group.

home schooling boys                               BOYS... whether you have one, two, three or more --- this is the

spot to discuss their special needs. You know, like LEGOS! To join our group you should be either homeschooling or VERY involved in your son's education. And you need to be able to identify what phrases like "dog pawing" mean. Hint: it's Lego-related. All kidding aside, this is a group of mostly homeschool Moms who are devoted to our sons. Who are on a constant search for resources & wisdom for raising young men with character, integrity --- preparing them for life. When you join,   please tell us a little about yourself! This is foundationally a Christian list, but people of all faiths are

welcomed. Your hosts are the Idoni family (with 5 sons) and the Hitchcock family (with 6 sons) --- Having a gazillion boys is NOT a prerequisite for joining, though...Everyone with a concern for raising young men healthy in mind, body and spirit is welcome! (By the way, if you are new to homeschooling you should check out our  page for great homeschooling info!) Looking forward to getting to know you! Your moderators. Heather I. Jodi W. Susan H.

military-homeschool                   This list is a place for military persons and their families who homeschool to come together.We have such unique opportunities and situations! This list is to support, encourage, swap curriculum, and pray for encouragement and praise our blessings too.

KALEIDOSCOPE (Baltimore Educating At Home)--  Treasurer/New Subscriptions: Misty Muhammad, 410-284-7349. Newsletter  submissions: Sheila Ruth, sruth@cinnamontoast.net, 410-747-8254. Kaleidoscope has  been a loose support group in the Baltimore area for many years, although it has been less active in recent years. Kaleidoscope has always been all-inclusive; covering the entire Baltimore metro area and not limited to a particular region, religion, or homeschooling style.  The meeting was held to determine if there was an interest in a revived Kaleidoscope, and what its role and form would be. Kaleidoscope could have the following mission:- To provide community and support to homeschoolers in the Baltimore-wide area- To reach out to the many homeschoolers in the area who are not "plugged in" to any of the homeschooling networks- To provide activities for the underserved teen population as well as for children- To provide a forum for coordination and communication between the regional and other support groups in the area- Through this coordination with the other support groups, to provide a larger base of homeschoolers for scheduling activities that require a larger number of people; also to work with museums, parks, and other institutions to encourage them to provide programs for homeschoolers One of the things that came out of the meeting was the need to upgrade Kaleidoscope to make better use of the Internet, but also to continue  to provide "offline" lines of communication and "in person" meetings. Although the majority of members are online, it is important to remember that there are still people without Internet access, and even those who have Internet access still have a need for personal human connection and community. Kaleidoscope membership will include the following:- Monthly support and planning meetings, some of which will be evening "adults only" meetings and some of which will be daytime meetings with children invited.- Access to private Kaleidoscope events as well as larger metro-wide events and activities provided through coordination with other support groups and institutions- Membership in a private Yahoo email group- Access to a private, members-only database of homeschooling families, viewable by name, zip code, or children's ages- Access to an online calendar as described above. Membership for2004-2005 will be $10 per family for the year. This would NOT include a paper newsletter or calendar mailed through postal mail. If you wish to receive a paper copy of the calendar mailed monthly, the membership fee would be $15 for the year; the additional $5 would be used to cover the cost of copying and postage. Leaders of other support groups in the Baltimore area (mainly Baltimore City and County, Howard County, and Northern Arundel County) would be given free membership in Kaleidoscope to facilitate communication. They would also be given their own calendar as described above for posting events. This message is getting long so I will post more in another message. For more information about Kaleidoscope, please contact me (Sheila Ruth) at sruth@cinnamontoast.net or Martha  Yalov at eyalov@cs.com.

state home schooling organizations.              These organizations are excellent resources for getting started in your state and for information on registering your home schooled child, if required in your state. Most state organizations also sponsor an annual conference where there is a wealth of information and resources for new and seasoned homeschoolers alike.

Educational Support Groups

Nebelselementaryeducation                        Nebel's Elementary Education Tapestry of learning    Welcome. This site is for users of Nebel's Elementary Education manual. This manual makes the bridge between using a child-centered, experiential approach to learning, which captures children's interest and enthusiasm, and presenting an academically rigorous curriculum. Over 200 simple exercises are presented in a systematic sequence that will facilitate guiding children step by step toward developing a comprehensive, integrated understanding in all subject areas as well as gaining superior mastery the traditional 3Rs and critical thinking. Suggestions for inculcation of values is included. Through this e-group you are invited to ask questions, offer suggestions, and share experiences with other users regarding your using and your children's learning from this curriculum. I, the author, will be on hand to help to the extent of my ability. With regards, Bernie Nebel

Homeschool Links letter HS_LINKletter                         Link letter is a combination of LINKS and letters/articles dealing with home schooling .. the LINKletter should come out weekly .. you may send anything of interest to HSLINKS@aol.com .. although this is primarily HS .. HSing can cover a lot of subjects    LINKS:  if you could include the URL along with the hyperLINK it would be nice .. reviews of sites pro or con also accepted .. let me know when they don't go through what are you studing? what LINKS do YOU need? LETTERS: anything dealing with education, style of learning, child developement, HINTS for HSing appreciated at all times. Find a web site or created one? LET ME KNOW ..Want to LINK up with other parents in your state/country write a LETTER.   As we know HSing covers a wide base letters can be just about on anything .. if you have a list or are on one that you think will be of interest send in the info .. got a new CD that you love or hate give a review what do you know for subject / study for grade levels?? THE RULE:TOLERANCE TO ALL this is not religion orientated therefore I will have LINKS on creationism as well as Big Bang .. ditto on groups and loops anything from Christian - Pagan - Muslim & Jewish

 Lesson Theme of the Week      Welcome to the Lesson Theme of the Week email group. There will be posted every weekend a complete lesson plan for all ages. Each lesson plan will include all subjects including an art project based around a certain subject. Through out the week everyone is welcome to add other sites that they have found that others could also use with that weeks lesson theme in mind.

Classical Secular History            This group is for homeschooling parents who are teaching history. We loosely follow the book The Well Trained Mind. Their history has four categories: Ancients (5000 b.c - 400 a.d.); Medieval - Early Renaissance (400 - 1600); Late Renaissance - Early Modern (1600 - 1850); Modern (1850 to present). For history we use Story of the World all Volumes, Usborne book of World History, Kingfisher History Encyclopedia, Child's History of the World, lots of fiction and nonfiction books, and lots of other resources (games, movies, computer games, etc). But this group can be for anyone studying history. This is not a religious group, this group is open to people of any faith or non-faith. Please understand that there will be no religious debate on this list. Keywords: homeschool, homeschooling, homeschoolers, home school, classical education, TWTM, WTM, The Well Trained Mind, Ancient history, Medieval History, Middle Ages, Renaissance History, Modern History, secular, inclusive, open, literature, Great Books, fiction, nonfiction.

Homeschool Used books                                HOMESCOOL-USED-BOOKS is a message board for parents and educators to list their used HOMESCHOOL related materials. This site is to be appropriate for all ages and is only a message board. All negotiations, prices, guarantees are STRICTLY between buyer and seller. As a parent who home educates her children, I know how important it is to find AFFORDABLE materials that are in good shape and reusable. My own children use the ABEKA curriculum which is a wonderful CHRISTIAN based program. I welcome parents who wish to sell their USED privately owned curriculum materials at FAIR prices to other parents of home educated children. This site is NON-COMMERCIAL. Thank you. Leann Carey mamataz69@aol.com

Recycled Learning Homeschool            This list if for individuals who wish to buy, sell, or trade USED homeschool supplies & curricula. Home businesses that deal in used curricula are welcome to post coupons and sales. This list is an extension of RecycledLearning.com, your online source for new & used homeschool books and supplies.

 educationallinks                                                  Welcome to my group. This list has been formed for anyone needing educational resources for homeschool or to supplement a public or private school education. These links may also be of interest to anyone wanting to further their own knowledge. I will occasionally post articles of interest as well. All posts are moderated, feel free to suggest resources or make a request. The more we share the more we learn.

home school resource               Welcome to the Homeschool Resource e group. This group is set up to inform all homeschoolers about local and current events that are happening in your area or surrounding area in the state of VA only. This information is to help you in choosing activities, events and other things for yourself and your children. The main purpose of this e-group is to network and let others know about certain events, upcoming shows, classes and other things pertaining to homeschooling. Disclaimer: This is an open group for everyone regardless of religion, if something does not pertain to you please delete it. You are welcome to join and we would appreciate any info. that you would like to share with everyone about events that you know about. So pass the word around and lets make this a wonderful resource of information and activities for us all. So enjoy and lets make this a great e-group. Check out the links - There are links to other websites. Thank you and enjoy.       

postcardkids                       PLEASE NOTE: TO JOIN please email me at rancherma@yahoo.com introducing your family to me to keep us safe here at postcard kids. Otherwise you will be sent a rejection letter with the same message. Thanks! Geography postcard project for children. Just started in October 2002 to help children enhance their Geographic studies and even some history through sending postcards from their local area to other postcard kids around the world learning about their home of residence around the globe. Track the ones you get by tacking a pin on to a State map or create a scrapbook album. Kids, teens, school classroom, home schoolers, even a grandparent can join to help out. TO JOIN remember Please don't subscribe here. Write to  Rancherma@yahoo.com and introduce you and your family to me, where your from etc... We avoid spam this way.

Rules before joining
1. Must be willing to send at least 10 postcards or more. Stay on as long as you wish to help out and collect more.
2. Must have the post cards on hand before joining the group. Recommended you have post cards with historical input. Example, historical site, state bird, state flower, historical monument, even a funny post card is encouraged.
3. Failure to send out a post card within a month time frame will get you banned from the group. Recommend to send it out within a week from the email you get. 4.No spamming! No forwarding virus alerts or chain mails. Lets keep it post card geography related topics How to join: . Please write to rancherma@yahoo.com introducing your family to me and asking to join. Please be patient I do this in my spare time.

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Homeschoolers and the Howard County LibraryHHCPL                                       This email list will provide a way for the Howard County Public Library (Maryland) to communicate library information to area homeschoolers. To minimize email volume, it is tentatively planned that this will be an announcements list, not a discussion list, with the subject strictly limited to Howard County Library issues. It is also planned that communication will be one-way: i.e., from the Library to homeschoolers. Messages will be moderated to ensure this. Archives of messages posted on the list are PUBLIC. Membership on this list is particularly appropriate for homeschoolers who are newsletter editors or e-list moderators for their homeschool groups, but all area homeschoolers are welcome, as are Howard County Library staff. Homeschoolers are encouraged to disseminate information received from this list to

their various homeschool groups.

Homeschool to College  This is a group for homeschool parents to freely discuss issues related to preparing high school students for successful transition to college. Posts can include but are not limited to high school course work, transcripts, college applications, financial aid, etc.

Iowa Test of Basic Skills -The Olympian  Students in Grades 3 and 6 participated in the Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS). Score trends for each South Sound school district are listed here. More results and information can be found at the Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction Website: http://reportcard.ospi.k12.wa.us/.

Hewitt Homeschooling Resources   Personalized Achievement Summary System for Grades 3 through 8 You may be concerned with the stresses involved in various testing programs and the destructive labeling that sometimes follows. Yet you know that an evaluative tool is important in determining whether your student is progressing and in judging what learning objectives still need to be met. For the home-schooling parent there is an added area of concern. You sometimes question your ability to teach your student or perhaps more accurately, to know whether your teaching methods are adequate to meet his or her scholastic needs. Testing will identify strengths and weaknesses in your student's skills and can be a confidence booster for you and your student.  The PASS Test was developed specifically for home schoolers. It has certain similarities to other achievement tests in that it estimates student achievement in the subjects of reading, language, and math. But is has important differences. It introduces four major improvements over most achievement tests presently available:

Hand in Hand Standardizing testing Maryland Testing Services

Educational Camps

Chelonia Eco-Adventures   Chelonia Eco-Adventures are highly personalized student travel, home school, and family programs providing first hand experiences in the incredible underwater worlds and natural tropical habitats of the Florida Keys, Mexico, and Costa Rica.  Students will have the rare opportunity to work with local experts and researchers in exciting activities that include snorkeling, kayaking, wetland slogging, coral reef studies, sea turtle and crocodilian research, estuary studies, cultural field trips, invertebrate labs, and more. These programs are designed for ages 10 and higher with the exception of family trips for recommended ages 6 and up .    Phone: 410-279-5416  Fax: 410-421-5825   E-mail: msb@cheloniaeco-adventures.com   www.cheloniaeco-adventures.com

College for Kids at Towson University  on the Towson University campus

College For Kids Courses  July 26 - 30, 2004 Fabulous Frogs  4 year olds and entering Kindergarten ,  Digging Dinosaurs  Entering 1^st and 2^nd grades , Building Big  Entering 2^nd and 3^rd grades  ,  Gastronomical Chemistry  Entering 2^nd and 3^rd grades , Sensational Senses Entering 3rd and 4^th grades,  China  Excursion  3^rd and 4^th grades , Forensic Science  Entering 4^th and 5^th grades  ,  Mysterious Meteorology  Entering 5^th and 6^th grades,  Bizarre Biotechnology Entering 5^th and 6^th grades ,  Parenting the Gifted Child (for parents of children enrolled in College for Kids)

Ultimate Watersports Camp   Ultimate Watersports has opened registration for our 2004 Summer Camps. Your son or daughter will learn to windsurf, kayak, and sail while under the supervision of the one-of-a-kind Ultimate Watersports instructors.

Camp Friendship Camp Friendship is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains on 720-acres in central Virginia.  A variety of quality programs offer boys and girls, ages 6-16, an opportunity to experience the best summer possible - full of FUN and Friendships!               

Summer Camp Programs  Mini Camp, ages 6-8     Junior Village, ages 7-12   Senior Village,  ages 13-16      Challenge/Adventure  Program, ages 11-16     Equestrian Program  girls, ages 10-16    Sports Specialized Programs:  Golf, Tennis & Gymnastics  Year Round Programs Family Camp 1-800-873-3223   FAX   (434) 589-5880  info@campfriendship.co

Camp Bravo  On the grounds of Towson University, Towson, Maryland

Earth Treks: The Region's Largest Indoor Climbing Gym Summer Climbing Day Camp

Just for Youth - Science Technology Engineering Program  SUMMER CAMP 2004 GRADES 3 – 8 Located on UMBC campus  JUNE 28 – AUGUST 6 9:00 – 3:00 (Extended Day available) 1 Robotics • Hover Crafts   2 Web Design  •  Hot Air Balloons  3 Animation  •  Solar Racers 4 Field Trips  •  Digital Photography

MAD SCIENCE OF BALTIMORE 1914 Towson Ave. Baltimore MD 21222 410-284-1400 Contact: Amy Miller Email:  msbaltimore@erols.com Fax:  410-284-8677

Capital Camps - Where Jewish camping builds Jewish identity Capital Camps & Retreat Center is an independent non-profit organization (501C).  The camp is a Beneficiary agency of the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, an American Camping Association (ACA) accredited camp and a member agency of the JCC Association.  The main purpose of the camp is to provide a summer camp program for children and retreat opportunities to the Jewish community.  The camp is located in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, and the winter offices are located in Rockville, Maryland with close ties to both the Baltimore and Northern Virginia communities.

American Camping Association - Summer camp enriches children's lives!

Space Camp, Aviation Challenge         Aerospace Museum - US Space & Rocket Center.

Space Camp, Aviation Challenge,

            Home School Clubs

Celebrate_the_States This list is the meeting place for Celebrate the States, a geography club meeting at Elkridge Library once a month on Fridays.

Let us know about your clubs