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    State Laws  
Maryland State Department of Education
Nonpublic School Approval Branch
200 West Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/nonpublicschools/
410-767-0407
Fax:
410-333-8963
 

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    Art  

 

 

Abrakadoodle Art

Area Greater Baltimore City and County

PO Box 243
Brooklandville, MD 21022-0243
Pat Lakatta, ExDirector
plakatta@abrakadoodle.com
www.abrakadoodle.com/md02.html

410 338 2789

 


Abrakadoodle’s Integrated and Enrichment “Process Art” Programs exceed national standards for art education and have been endorsed by Home School Organizations, Public and Parochial Systems. Programs are well-organized, developmentally appropriate and create an imaginative and culturally rich learning environment by combining diverse artist and styles with art history.

 
 

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COLOR ME MINE
The Paint-It-Yourself Ceramics Studio

See website for locations

www.colormemine.com/schoolprograms.tpl

888-265-6764

 


Color Me Mine is a great resource for Home Schoolers. We offer a creative environment for all ages - combined grade levels are welcome - and dozens of techniques and topics to fit your learning needs. Build the schedule that works for you or your group. Our talented staff is waiting to help.

 

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Rolly Pollies of Severna Park

Severna Park, Crofton, Annapolis, Pasadena, Glen Burnie, Maryland

476D Ritchie Hwy
Severna Park, MD  21146
Lisa McDonald
yourfriends@rpsevernapark.com
www.rpsevernapark.com

410-544-9002
Fax: 410-544-3012

 

 


Rolly Pollies of Crofton

 

www.rollypolliescrofton.com

 


Your child’s self-esteem and confidence will soar as they meet and exceed goals and challenges specifically designed for their individual abilities and developmental level. We take a child friendly approach to education and development. In our non-competitive environment, fitness, creativity, music and fun mesh, enabling our Gymbugs™ to learn and develop without even knowing it!
We offer Creative Arts, Physical/Movement Education, Music, and Birthday Parties. Coming Soon:  Rolly Pollies of Easton, MD (2007)

 

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CREATE Arts Center

Montgomery County, Silver Spring, Wheaton and Burtonsville

816 Thayer Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910
create@createartscenter.org
www.createartscenter.org/

301-588-ARTS (2787)

 


CREATE brings trained and experienced arts teachers into the community to provide eight-week visual arts enrichment classes for homeschoolers and children/adults with Aspergers Syndrome.
CREATE also offers eight-week arts classes at our site for children ages 6-10 and individual/group sessions for individuals with Aspergers Syndrome.

 

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    Bible
       
   
 
 

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    Bookstores
       
   
 
 

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    Christian/Theology
       
   
 
 

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    College Prep/Testing/Financial Aid

 

 

College Placement Consulting

Maryland and Delaware

8133 Elliott Road, Suite 2
Easton, MD  21601
Susan M. Patterson
collegeplacement@mail.com
www.collegeplacementconsulting.com

410-822-4500
410-822-3226 (fax)


Members of IECA and HECA .
Individual college counseling to secondary students. Three counselors on staff. Extensive interviewing sessions, personality typing, self-surveys, and an educational inventory to help find best-fit colleges suiting a student’s interests and desires. Help with: sports resumes, interviewing, college visits, essay preparation, applications, and assistance with financial aid forms. 

 
 

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    Community Service
       
   
 
 

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    Convention and Curriculum Fairs
       
   
 
 

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    Cultural Opportunities
       
   
 
 

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    Curriculum Consultation/Parent Training
       
   
 
 

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    Curriculum Sources

 

 

Abilities Occupational Therapy Services and Seminars, Inc. (AOTSS)

In-service Training and Consulting Nationwide, Therapy and Tutoring Services Baltimore area

Baltimore, MD
info@aotss.com
www.aotss.com

410-358-7269

 


OTSS provides OT, educational consulting, and in-service training for therapists, educators, parents and students with or without learning challenges. AOTSS specializes in creative, interactive learning to enhance functional, cognitive and sensory abilities using strategies addressing handwriting, reading, and vocational. See www.aotss.com for schedules/descriptions or host/design your own workshop.

 

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    Dance
  County Ballet Dance Studio Harford County/Northern Baltimore County

2232 Old Emmorton Rd
Bel Air, MD 21015
Pamela J. Lauer
plauer2@verizon.net
www.countyballet.com
 

(P) 410 515-0031
(F) 410-569-0316

 
  • Dance Education where emphasis is on technique & etiquette. Younger dancers are encouraged to explore creative expression while maintaining structure. Dancers 7 and up are introduced to the Vaganova Ballet. Syllabus (Russian System).
  • Tap, Jazz, and Modern Classes are offered after foundation classes have been established. Classroom lecture/Demonstrations in lieu of recital.
 

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Dawn Crafton Dance Center

 

Suburban Maryland,  Montgomery County, Gaithersburg

7601C Airpark Road 
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
info@dcdcDance.com
www.dcdcDance.com

301-840-8400


Child Centered. Family Friendly. Quality Education in a Professional, Nurturing Environment, since 1954. Age Appropriate Music and Curriculum. Toddlers to Adults. Recreational to Intensive Classes. Ballet, Point, Lyrical, Tap, Jazz, HipHop, Pom Technique, Leaps, Turns. Annual Dance Concerts, Performance and Travel Opportunities Provide the Ultimate DCDC Dance Experience for Every Student.

 
 

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The Little Gym of  Annapolis/Severna Park

Annapolis / Severna Park

Park Plaza
558-E Ritchie Hwy
Severna Park, MD  21146
Laura Getter

lgetter@thelittlegym.com
w
ww.tlgannapolismd.com

410-544-3800
Fax: 410-544-3879


As you strive to give your child the best foundation for success, The Little Gym is there to help. After decades of research and experience, we’ve learned that teaching motor skills in a non-competitive environment is the most effective way to build physical, social, emotional and intellectual skills in children.  Much like learning a language, the earlier you start, the easier it is.  We offer classes in Gymnastics, Parent-Child, Sports, Dance and Cheer for Children 4 months to 12 years old; as well as Summer Camps for Children ages 3 to 12.

 
 

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Annapolis Dance Academy

Anne Arundel Co: Annapolis, Arnold, Severna Park, Pasadena, Cape St. Claire

67 Chautaugua Road
Arnold, MD 21012
annapolisdanceacademy@comcast.net
www.annapolisdanceacademy.com 

410-757-8860

 


Annapolis Dance Academy offers dancing instruction in Ballroom, Ballet, Tap, & Jazz for children ages 3 through senior adults. Private and Group classes available. Open Year Round, Summer camps available. Ballroom classes include traditional ballroom, Latin and Swing. 

 

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    Diploma/GED
       
   
 
 

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    Distance Learning
    Family Development Course Serving: Worldwide 

kksc@parentingmentors.com
www.fam-dev-course.nurturingourfamilies.com

 
The Family Development Course.  This Dynamic Parenting Course is designed to guide you to the Family of Your Dreams. Using just 9 Steps, You too can build a Successful Family.  Affordable, Effective, Specialized, this Proven Approach is now offered in a new Online Format!
 

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Griggs University/Griggs International Academy

United States

12501 Old Columbia Pike
Silver Spring, MD 20904

www.griggs.edu

800-782-4769

 


Griggs University/International Academy is an accredited, values-based distance education and homeschool provider. Griggs offers both individual courses and complete programs to students for preschool through university. Providing academic stability in a changing world since 1909—formerly Home Study International.

 

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Rolly Pollies of Severna Park

Severna Park, Crofton, Annapolis, Pasadena, Glen Burnie, Maryland

476D Ritchie Hwy
Severna Park, MD  21146
Lisa McDonald
yourfriends@rpsevernapark.com
www.rpsevernapark.com

410-544-9002
Fax: 410-544-3012

 

 


Rolly Pollies of Crofton

 

www.rollypolliescrofton.com

 


Your child’s self-esteem and confidence will soar as they meet and exceed goals and challenges specifically designed for their individual abilities and developmental level. We take a child friendly approach to education and development. In our non-competitive environment, fitness, creativity, music and fun mesh, enabling our Gymbugs™ to learn and develop without even knowing it!
We offer Creative Arts, Physical/Movement Education, Music, and Birthday Parties. Coming Soon:  Rolly Pollies of Easton, MD (2007)

 
 
 

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The Little Gym of  Annapolis/Severna Park

Annapolis / Severna Park

Park Plaza
558-E Ritchie Hwy
Severna Park, MD  21146
Laura Getter

lgetter@thelittlegym.com
w
ww.tlgannapolismd.com

410-544-3800
Fax: 410-544-3879


As you strive to give your child the best foundation for success, The Little Gym is there to help. After decades of research and experience, we’ve learned that teaching motor skills in a non-competitive environment is the most effective way to build physical, social, emotional and intellectual skills in children.  Much like learning a language, the earlier you start, the easier it is.  We offer classes in Gymnastics, Parent-Child, Sports, Dance and Cheer for Children 4 months to 12 years old; as well as Summer Camps for Children ages 3 to 12.

 

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Kids Moving Company 

Greater metropolitan Washington, DC area  (DC, northern Virginia, suburban Maryland)

Administrative offices only
5424 Roosevelt Street
Bethesda, MD  20817
Joye Newman, M.A.
kmc@kidsmovingco.com
www.kidsmovingco.com 

301-656-1543

 


On-site movement programs
for children 9 months through young teens.  Designed by an expert in perceptual motor development, classes focus on activities that help children develop and enhance gross motor, visual motor, and perceptual motor skills - skills that are the foundation for fundamental school success. We bring our props, our expertise and our passion to you!

 
 

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    Educational Events and Activities

 

 

The Walters Art Museum

Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, The DC Area

600 North Charles St
Baltimore,MD 21201
schoolprograms@thewalters.org
www.thewalters.org

(410) 547-9000
(Fax) (410) 837-4886

 


Explore the Walters Art Museum through workshops designed exclusively for Homeschool students aged 5-12. Participants enjoy an introduction to the museum, a guided tour, and a hands on activity. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Registration forms must be received by the Tuesday before the workshop. For details on specific programs or to register for an up coming event visit the Walters Web Site.

 
 

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COLOR ME MINE
The Paint-It-Yourself Ceramics Studio

See website for locations

www.colormemine.com/schoolprograms.tpl

888-265-6764

 


Color Me Mine is a great resource for Home Schoolers. We offer a creative environment for all ages - combined grade levels are welcome - and dozens of techniques and topics to fit your learning needs. Build the schedule that works for you or your group. Our talented staff is waiting to help.

 

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CREATE Arts Center

Montgomery County, Silver Spring, Wheaton and Burtonsville

816 Thayer Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910
create@createartscenter.org
www.createartscenter.org/

301-588-ARTS (2787)

 


CREATE brings trained and experienced arts teachers into the community to provide eight-week visual arts enrichment classes for homeschoolers and children/adults with Aspergers Syndrome.
CREATE also offers eight-week arts classes at our site for children ages 6-10 and individual/group sessions for individuals with Aspergers Syndrome.

 
 

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Brunswick Bowling & Billiards

See website for a location near you

1 N. Field Court
Lake Forest, IL   60045

http://www.bowlbrunswick.com/
 

 

Brunswick Bowling Centers offer the perfect opportunity to combine exercise, math, and science while bowling.  All our retail bowling centers offer home school bowling clubs.  Refer to our website, listed above, to find the center nearest you and sign up on our Bonus Zone for special offers and coupons.

 
 

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    Enrichment Classes

 

 

Funfit Family Fitness Center

Metro Washington
DC/Northeast US
 

17511 Redland Road
Rockville, MD 20855
Celia Kibler
celia@funfit.us
www.funfit.us

1-301-975-0099
1-888-8-Funfit

 

A unique family facility specializing in fitness and enrichment for babies through teens. Personal fitness training with nutritional guidance and our Circuit Workout provides safe strength and cardio for 5-13 years. Mom/Tots, Yoga, Martial Arts, Ballet, Music, Art, Special Needs, Birthday Parties & Camps all at affordable family pricing.

 

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Studio Papillon, Inc.

D.C., Maryland, Virginia

P.O. Box 42055
Washington, DC 20015

jennifer@studiopapillon.com

www.studiopapillon.com

202-607-4196 (cell)
240-396-6171 (fax)


Studio Papillon brings music lessons to the home. Lessons are currently available in piano, guitar, voice, violin, viola, saxophone, clarinet, flute and bassoon. Students may focus on classical, jazz, pop, performance, music theory, composition or just pure enjoyment.  

 

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Circle Yoga's Budding Yogis

Washington DC, Maryland, Northern Virginia

3838 Northampton St., NW  
Washington, DC  20016
linda@buddingyogis.com
www.buddingyogis.com
www.circleyoga.com 

202-686-1104

 


Budding Yogis offers playful and mindful yoga classes and therapeutic yoga, for kids, teens and families. At Budding Yogis, kids and teens come together to stretch their imaginations as well as their bodies, and find relaxation, joy and a deeper connection to life. 

 

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Abrakadoodle Art

Area Greater Baltimore City and County

PO Box 243
Brooklandville, MD 21022-0243
Pat Lakatta, ExDirector
plakatta@abrakadoodle.com
www.abrakadoodle.com/md02.html

410 338 2789

 


Abrakadoodle’s Integrated and Enrichment “Process Art” Programs exceed national standards for art education and have been endorsed by Home School Organizations, Public and Parochial Systems. Programs are well-organized, developmentally appropriate and create an imaginative and culturally rich learning environment by combining diverse artist and styles with art history.

 

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