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  • New schooling option! - Caitlin Aiello 5/16/2012 (0)
  • AP French? - Mary Beth 5/16/2012 (1)
  • Host Family required in the Scranton PA area - John Titilawo 5/16/2012 (0)
  • Regarding Psychological and Education Services - Gateway Counseling Services 5/14/2012 (0)
  • Affordable Tutoring, Proofreading, and One-on-One Learning Options - Lilianna Serbicki 5/12/2012 (0)
  • Digital Family Summit in Philadelphia - Adam Gertsacov 5/11/2012 (0)
  • Clothes Mentor Tea Event - Jen Harris 5/10/2012 (0)
  • Music Lessons for Home Schoolers - Frank Gorgo 5/8/2012 (0)
  • Making sense of today's Russian election news - Tom Shaheen 5/7/2012 (0)
  • New to Mount Joy - Kristina 5/7/2012 (0)
  • would like info re: AP classes - Debbie 5/7/2012 (2)
  • Not sure where to start - Ange 5/3/2012 (1)
  • Pittsburgh Homeschoolers - Ernie 5/3/2012 (0)
  • diplomas - lynn 5/2/2012 (2)
  • Free Clogging Class! - Kathleen Carney 5/2/2012 (0)
  • Free Banking Class - Kathleen Carney 5/2/2012 (0)
  • Pa Cyber Charter School - Kathleen Carney 5/2/2012 (0)
  • ASL-american sign language question - mary ann 5/1/2012 (4)
  • New to West Chester - Melany 4/30/2012 (3)
  • Kindermusik Class on May 16, 2012 - Jennifer Zirkel 4/30/2012 (0)
  • 5th Annual Natural History Road Show - Abby Sullivan 4/30/2012 (0)
  • testing 11th grade? - kathy 4/29/2012 (2)
  • High School diploma - Nadine Nyhus 4/27/2012 (1)
  • About TerraNova testing - Bee 4/26/2012 (1)
  • High School Evaluators - Sarah 4/25/2012 (0)
  • Give Your Child and International Experience in Your Own Back Yard - Cat Stone 4/23/2012 (0)
  • Testing - Niki 4/23/2012 (0)
  • looking for help after school - sue 4/22/2012 (0)
  • Confused on the Rules - Taryn 4/20/2012 (3)
  • Spanish, French online class - Sherry Floresta 4/20/2012 (0)
  • HOST A FRENCH STUDENT IN SOUTH CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA - John K. Robinson 4/19/2012 (0)
  • Philadelphia Faith & Freedom Tour - Chris Blasko 4/17/2012 (0)
  • special ed. evaluator need - Robin 4/16/2012 (2)
  • Lilianna Serbicki Summer English Courses - Lilianna Serbicki 4/12/2012 (0)
  • Instrumental music lessons for all ages - Nancy Daniel 4/12/2012 (0)
  • Host a Chinese Student this Summer! - Amy Kiyota 4/12/2012 (0)
  • Answers Conference - Larry Rempel 4/11/2012 (1)
  • Shakespeare in Action CLASS - Leigh Mallonee 4/11/2012 (0)
  • Math Materials 6-8 grade - candace roper 4/11/2012 (0)
  • Free Webinar for homeschooling moms - Michelle Croyle 4/10/2012 (0)
  • 12th grade portfolio - Teresa 4/9/2012 (0)
  • Deadline for receiving diploma request form - Karen Doll 4/9/2012 (1)
  • Titanic 100th Anniversary Launch party- Pennsylvania Christian authors - Jeane Wynn 4/7/2012 (0)
  • Moving to PA - Patti 4/6/2012 (3)
  • Socail Groups In the Abington, Pa area or in Montgomery County - Jill Friedenberg 4/6/2012 (2)
  • SOUNDWAVES: Free Youth Steelband Program! - Kelly Strayhorn Theater 4/5/2012 (0)
  • Homeschooling groups in Lower Saucon/Hellertown - Rae 4/5/2012 (0)
  • how many days of instruction - ejs 4/4/2012 (2)
  • Requesting feedback - Mister Pat 4/3/2012 (0)
  • free curriculum - Ann 3/31/2012 (1)
  • Making superintendent aware of homeschooling - Heidi 3/30/2012 (4)
  • Free classic literature website - Christine Walton 3/28/2012 (1)
  • Church History, Ethics, facing secular college- books - Christine Walton 3/28/2012 (0)
  • Do you know a teenager with a passion for wildlife and for making a difference? - Michele Kittell 3/28/2012 (0)
  • New Microbiology LABPAQ with CD software - Marnie Rist 3/27/2012 (0)
  • Vo-tech - Jennifer 3/26/2012 (1)
  • What grade for homeschooling should I start my child? - James 3/22/2012 (2)
  • New to this - Jamey 3/21/2012 (2)
  • applying for FAFSA, PHEAA, and NCSA/NCAA - LORRENE 3/20/2012 (2)
  • CLEP EXAM - Sarah 3/18/2012 (2)
  • CLEP EXAM - Sarah 3/18/2012 (0)
  • Window into Challenge- Souderton- March 19, 2:30 - Dana Schulze 3/14/2012 (0)
  • Clock and Watch Repair School - Janet 3/14/2012 (0)
  • Hosting an exchange student - Tiffany Werner 3/13/2012 (0)
  • AP test site near Milpitas, CA 95035? - Cynthia Lang 3/13/2012 (0)
  • Summer Field Studies at Awbury Arboretum - Beth Miner 3/12/2012 (0)
  • Community College classes for HS credit? - Ana 3/8/2012 (4)
  • Questions on where to begin - Karly 3/7/2012 (5)
  • NEPA Homeschool Study -- Participants Needed - Kerri Tobin 3/7/2012 (0)
  • home schooling mid-year - Chris K 3/6/2012 (2)
  • French tutoring - Valerie 3/6/2012 (1)
  • computer programming course - mary ann 3/6/2012 (0)
  • Text Books - Bill Halle 3/5/2012 (0)
  • Free Reading Testing at Kutztown University - Dr. Cathy Walkovic 3/4/2012 (0)
  • Classical Conversations Philadelphia - Tamika Graves 3/3/2012 (0)
  • Private Tutor option - Ernie 3/2/2012 (2)
  • Can I pay for transcripts online - Donna M Walczak 2/29/2012 (1)
  • Co-op homeschooling/Private Full-Time Tutor - Tara 2/29/2012 (1)
  • foreign homeschooling - craig 2/27/2012 (1)
  • PHAA needs a copy of my child's entire portfolio???????? What???? - B 2/27/2012 (1)
  • Volleyball Tournament - Ashley Wood 2/27/2012 (0)
  • Home Schooling Startup? - Jenny Binus 2/26/2012 (2)
  • starting to homeschool - Sue 2/26/2012 (1)
  • Homeschool Prom 2012 - Ryan Castellente 2/25/2012 (0)
  • I'm an evaluator - Brenda Ryan 2/25/2012 (0)
  • For Home School Athletes Considering Collegiate Athletics (Scholarships) - Eric C. Taylor 2/24/2012 (0)
  • 1st grader enrolled but never attended-is the affidavit and evaluation still required - Karen 2/23/2012 (1)
  • Srishti Dances of India | Student Matinee! - Kelly Strayhorn Theater 2/21/2012 (0)
  • Srishti Dances of India | Student Matinee! - Kelly Strayhorn Theater 2/21/2012 (1)
  • volunteerism award - Bertina 2/18/2012 (0)
  • starting homeschool mid year - Brenda 2/18/2012 (1)
  • 2012 Baltimore City 4-H Youth Expo - Corey Bell 2/17/2012 (0)
  • High School Graduation - Patricia 2/17/2012 (1)
  • Esther Auditions At HCPAC - Amber Owens 2/16/2012 (0)
  • Spring Homeschool Art Classes - Jena Robbins Schieb 2/16/2012 (0)
  • Achievement Testing - Kari Miller 2/15/2012 (2)
  • transcript request - Naomi Lara 2/13/2012 (0)
  • Homeschool Dance - Theresa Spath 2/11/2012 (1)
  • Reading Specialist - Kelly Quackenbush 2/10/2012 (0)
  • Acclaimed Classical Educator Leigh Bortins to speak this Saturday (2/9) - Robert Bortins 2/9/2012 (0)
  • recommending a program of online writing classes - Rose 2/8/2012 (0)
  • Singapore Math Digital Curriculum - RahimGhani 2/7/2012 (0)
  • AUDITIONS - iStage Performing Arts 2/7/2012 (0)
  • looking for someone to homeschool my 6 year old son - Christy 2/6/2012 (5)
  • Ligonier Valley Writers 2012 Poetry Contest - Ruth MacDonald 2/6/2012 (0)
  • A Classical Breakfast - mrsdkmiller 2/6/2012 (0)
  • How do we contact evaluators???? - Brenda 2/5/2012 (3)
  • resources for fine art students - Bernadette 2/4/2012 (0)
  • Opportunity for Homeschoolers: "The Human Body" 2/10/12 - Abby Sullivan 2/3/2012 (0)
  • New to PA - Tish Ricosky 2/1/2012 (1)
  • tutor needed - Ruth Stratton 2/1/2012 (1)
  • Music Lessons - Sarah Burke 1/31/2012 (0)
  • Spring testing... - Cherie 1/31/2012 (0)
  • Greensburg Area: Poetry Out Loud Recitation Contest - Dennis G. Jerz 1/30/2012 (0)
  • Biology requirements for PHAA - Brenda 1/30/2012 (2)
  • The Emperor's New Clothes in Trappe & Oreland - Family Stages 1/30/2012 (0)
  • Need an Evaluator in Gibsonia area - Sarah G 1/29/2012 (1)
  • change of address - Gerri Orlando 1/26/2012 (0)
  • getting started - sarah 1/26/2012 (1)
  • Anyone in Monroeville Area? - Lisa 1/25/2012 (0)
  • ID? - Amanda 1/25/2012 (2)
  • 5th GRADE NATIONAL BICYCLE POSTER CONTEST! - Suzan Knott 1/24/2012 (0)
  • Looking for a Pediatrician - Jessie 1/23/2012 (2)
  • testing - Barbara Braun 1/20/2012 (5)
  • Art Classes for Homeschoolers - Jena Robbins Schieb 1/20/2012 (0)
  • Reading Specialist available to tutor in Southern Chester County - Lisa Stoddard 1/20/2012 (0)
  • Play group/ meetup for my 6 yo? - Sarah 1/19/2012 (1)
  • geometry - Tammy 1/18/2012 (2)
  • Should I use K12 or just do it myself? - Sarah 1/18/2012 (2)
  • Oh Scrud! instructions - Libbie Kucel 1/16/2012 (2)
  • law - Cay 1/16/2012 (2)
    • Re: law - SharonM 1/16/2012 (0)
    • Re: law - Nanette Blank 1/16/2012 (0)
  • Home schooling a special needs child - Stacy Peeples 1/13/2012 (0)
  • Moving into PA - Heather 1/12/2012 (1)
  • Bowling for Home Schoolers - Arnold's Bowling Center 1/11/2012 (0)
  • Music Lessons-Earth Music School - Tim Dodson 1/11/2012 (0)
  • Community Apiary at Awbury Arboretum! - Anaiis Salles 1/11/2012 (0)
  • Yikes! Graduation Project!! Can I issue high school diploma mid-year? - Bonnie 1/10/2012 (1)
  • homeschool group in lehigh valley - kerri goodman 1/10/2012 (0)
  • Student Contest Info - Dixie 1/9/2012 (0)
  • Advice on Developing Homeschool program - Ashley 1/8/2012 (0)
  • Seniors - Donna 1/8/2012 (0)
  • Online Arabic Language Classes - Kendra 1/8/2012 (0)
  • PA Study Projecgt - Wendy 1/7/2012 (1)
  • New to Homeschooling - Julie 1/6/2012 (0)
  • Testing a child who cannot read - Lisa Cross 1/6/2012 (3)
  • Question about length of books for reading requirement - Jacqueline 1/5/2012 (3)
  • Wildlife Leadership Academy Youth Applications NOW Available - Michele Kittell 1/4/2012 (0)
  • Writing a Research Paper - Dan Hulse 1/4/2012 (0)
  • Health and Wellness program for homeschoolers - Janet Schmidt 1/2/2012 (0)
  • need evaluator - lynn 1/1/2012 (0)
  • 2012 greater pittsburgh homeshcool workshop and curriculum fair - debra 1/1/2012 (2)
  • Homeschooling seems to be going downhill - Dianna 12/31/2011 (0)
  • Reading Specialist available to Tutor your Homeschooler!! - Marie Hawley 12/30/2011 (1)
  • North Penn YMCA Home School Physical Education Program - Margie Washington 12/21/2011 (0)
  • "Special Kids" Camp Expo - January 28 - Holly Henry 12/20/2011 (0)
  • Giving up homeschooling after 18 years - Annette 12/19/2011 (6)
  • Tutoring in English, Writing, and Mandarin Chinese in Philadelphia - Abby 12/17/2011 (0)
  • Carnegie Mellon University Algebra Experiments - Jennifer Ferris-Glick 12/15/2011 (0)
  • AP only transcript? - Michelle Borthayre 12/12/2011 (2)
  • HELP! - Katrina Gallagher 12/8/2011 (0)
  • Home School Swim - Rebecca 12/7/2011 (0)
  • moving out of PA - Brenda 12/3/2011 (1)
  • Need an evaluator - michelle ogureck 11/30/2011 (0)
  • Summer Language Camps in the Philadelphia Area - Elizabeth S. Dete 11/30/2011 (0)
  • Forestry Field Day - Carol Lugg 11/30/2011 (0)
  • PHAA transcript request - Ginny 11/28/2011 (1)
  • Homeschool groups near Whitehall, PA? - Nickole Jude 11/28/2011 (1)
  • December Theatre Schedule - Family Stages 11/27/2011 (0)
  • Best & Worst Ways To Teach A Poem - Bruce Deitrick Price 11/26/2011 (0)
  • new to homeschooling - krystle aybar 11/22/2011 (4)
  • Homeschool family move from VA to PA - Kathy B. 11/21/2011 (1)
  • getting a copy of transcipt from PA Homeschoolers - Pam 11/18/2011 (1)
  • The Common Application - JoAnn 11/15/2011 (3)
  • Homeschool Debate Teams - Amber 11/15/2011 (1)
  • help - casandra 11/14/2011 (1)
  • 2012 commencements - Sue 11/14/2011 (1)
  • Online Violin/Viola lessons for homeschoolers - Slapin-Solomon Viola Duo 11/14/2011 (1)
  • School performance of Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker - karen miranda 11/14/2011 (0)
  • Enrollment of Homeschoolers in PA - Amy 11/13/2011 (1)
  • Berks County and nearby: RACC hosting open house; interested in HSers! - Diane 11/13/2011 (0)
  • Moving to PA - Nickole 11/13/2011 (0)
  • Environmental Science core experiences at Bethlehem Nature Center - Karen Dolan 11/12/2011 (0)
  • INDIVIDUALIZED INSTRUCTION/TUTORING IN ENGLISH/WRITING - Barry R. Greenawalt 11/9/2011 (0)
  • Friends Program - James R. Behrens 11/9/2011 (0)
  • Changing School Districts Mid-Year - Nancy Trauger 11/9/2011 (1)
  • Players of the Stage presents A Little Princess - Beth Barshinger 11/8/2011 (0)
  • Home Schooling Provider - Wilson 11/8/2011 (0)
  • Need of an evaluator - Judy Banks 11/7/2011 (0)
  • IUP Health & Physical Education After-School Activity Program - Janet 11/7/2011 (0)
  • Friends - Carol 11/7/2011 (0)
  • PA Youth Harmony adjudication event - John Cosgrove 11/4/2011 (0)
  • Going from homeschool to cyber school - Sherrie 11/4/2011 (0)
  • Transcripts & The Common application - Barb V 11/2/2011 (0)
  • Transcripts - Missie 10/28/2011 (1)
  • question - Analida Braeger 10/28/2011 (0)
  • Missed a testing - Denise Weaver 10/28/2011 (0)
  • Filling for Jessica Shirk - Brenda Shirk 10/28/2011 (0)
  • Testing & Evaluation - bianca guerra 10/27/2011 (0)
  • testing change - amy mcmenamin 10/26/2011 (0)
  • Parent Workshop: Organizing for Learning - Holly Henry 10/25/2011 (0)
  • Homeschoolers Ski Club --- Come join the fun - Carole Matheny 10/25/2011 (0)
  • HOMESCHOOL DAY at the National Watch and Clock Museum - Janet F. 10/24/2011 (0)
  • individualized instruction in Brookville/Summerville area - melissa kraus 10/24/2011 (0)
  • indiviualized instruction - melissa 10/24/2011 (0)
  • Homeschool band to book for groups - Guy Bilyou 10/21/2011 (0)
  • 10/22/11 - "Fangs! A Spooky Creature Feature" at the Wagner Free Institute of Science - Abby Sullivan 10/19/2011 (0)
  • fayette county-where/to whom send affidavit - register as homeschooler? - Marisa 10/17/2011 (2)
  • transcript - Candace 10/17/2011 (1)
  • Mark Milovats Invites your child to perform at the Byham Theater in Pittsburgh 11/27/11 - Eliabeth Dames 10/16/2011 (0)
  • PEGASUS Poetry Contest for PA students - Ann Gasser of PPS, Inc. 10/15/2011 (0)
  • Virtual homeschool - Carla 10/14/2011 (0)
  • Bucks County Community Wellness Day Sat Oct 15th - Community Wellness Day 10/13/2011 (0)
  • Wilson Reading Tutor Collegeville Royersford Limerick Pennsylvania - Jill Vettori 10/12/2011 (0)
  • Lackawanna County Learning Clinic - Dr. Kristin Bewick 10/11/2011 (0)
  • innovative teaching tool: Cook Your Way Through The S.A.T. - jennie 10/10/2011 (0)
  • FREE Master Class with Taylor 2 Dance! - The Palace Theatre 10/10/2011 (0)
  • pa laws and high school - jane 10/9/2011 (0)
  • Kutztown University Offers Free Reading Testing on Oct.. 15th & Nov. 19th - Dr. Cathy Walkovic 10/9/2011 (0)
  • Looking for HS Band Near Sunbury - Caroline Owens 10/3/2011 (0)
  • ? about HSing in PA - Abby 10/2/2011 (3)
  • Tutoring/Enrichment K-6 - Lori Seekely 9/29/2011 (0)
  • Public School Sports - James 9/28/2011 (1)
  • Math Tutor - Appa Hardner 9/28/2011 (0)
  • Reading Tutor Serving Philadelphia's Main Line - Marie Hawley 9/24/2011 (0)
  • New historical fiction novel that might appeal to homeschoolers - Douglas 9/24/2011 (1)
  • Writing Workshops Available, Susquehanna Valley - April Line 9/23/2011 (0)
  • National Merit Scholarship - Diana Francesca/parent 9/21/2011 (2)
  • National Merit Scholarship - Diana Francesca/parent 9/21/2011 (0)
  • Fall Classes at the Butler Art Center! - Michael R. Rehm 9/19/2011 (0)
  • English Tutoring - Westmoreland County - Colleen Raymond 9/19/2011 (0)
  • Non-profit theater class information in Wallingford, PA - Susan Wood 9/19/2011 (0)
  • Question about Gifted IEP - Lisa C. 9/18/2011 (2)
  • Used Book Sale at GreenTree Library-Strong Children's Section - Mary Lou Pacella` 9/18/2011 (0)
  • cello lessons - Dr. Eleanor Christman Cox 9/17/2011 (0)
  • Homeschool Enrichment classes at North Hampton Community College in Bartonsville PA - Nikki Sajudin 9/16/2011 (0)
  • Harrisburg, PA Social Group - Rebekah Mallonee 9/16/2011 (0)
  • Spanish lessons/academic tutoring - Cindy Hayko 9/16/2011 (0)
  • Kidsfit classes at Crossfit Pottstown - Rob Matthews 9/16/2011 (0)
  • GPA - Sandy Newman 9/15/2011 (1)
  • Celebrate Citizenship and Constitution Day! - Alyssa 9/15/2011 (0)
  • Home-school students invited to Drexel to see interactive science exhibits - Maria Zacharias 9/15/2011 (0)
  • Home School Friends - Elizabeth Erikson 9/15/2011 (0)
  • York Area Drama Camp AUDITIONS less than a week away!! - Michelle Robinson 9/14/2011 (0)
  • Tumbling and/or Cheerleading Classes - Xtreme Tumble and Cheer 9/13/2011 (0)
  • Health and Physical Education - Janet 9/13/2011 (3)
  • FREE Practice SAT Test Saturday 9/24 (Kaplan) - Tim Tobitsch 9/13/2011 (0)
  • Don't Miss York Area Homeschool Drama Camp!! Registration Deadline Extended - Michelle Robinson 9/11/2011 (0)
  • Swimming lessons and dance lessons in Phoenixville - Nick 9/11/2011 (0)
  • Home school speech and debate - Pam Hopkins 9/10/2011 (0)
  • Wilson tutor available for 19525 and surrounding areas - Joan 9/9/2011 (0)
  • Need Voice lessons in South Fayette Area? - Juli Wright 9/8/2011 (0)
  • Fall Testing Sites - Charleen White 9/8/2011 (1)
  • Professor Phineas T. Boggs & His Incredible GOBAC Time Machine (York Area Homeschool Drama Camp) - Michelle Robinson 9/7/2011 (0)
  • What is the PHAA school code for AP exams? - Sandy Newman 9/6/2011 (3)
  • Math Tutor with BA Mathematics degree - Martin Cohen 9/6/2011 (0)
  • Having trouble printing test application - Lisa 9/4/2011 (2)
  • K-12 Tutoring Support from Certified Teacher - Amy 9/4/2011 (0)
  • Home School Options: Art Education - Victoria Quiroz 9/1/2011 (0)
  • Do missionaries home on furlough have to follow homeschool law? - Jacqueline 8/30/2011 (0)
  • vo tech and homeschooling - Karen 8/30/2011 (0)
  • speech - judson c. sears 8/30/2011 (0)
  • Sullivan, Bradford, Tioga, Lycoming and Wyoming Counties: Spanish and College Prep Courses Available This Fall - MissB 8/30/2011 (0)
  • French tutoring offered - Cordelia Cayten 8/30/2011 (0)
  • assesments for special needs children - Katie 8/29/2011 (1)
  • Correction: York Area Homeschool Drama Camp Multiple Child Discount - Michelle Robinson 8/29/2011 (0)
  • $$$ DISCOUNT OFFERED for Multiple Children Enrolled In York Area Homeschool Drama Camp - Michelle Robinson 8/29/2011 (0)
  • Fall Testing - SAH 8/27/2011 (0)
  • co-op classes in State College - Laura 8/26/2011 (0)
  • Spanish and College Prep Courses - Bradford/Sullivan/Lycoming Counties - RSnavely 8/25/2011 (1)
  • Fall Testing - SAH 8/25/2011 (0)
  • PSAT score on transcript - Sandy Newman 8/25/2011 (1)
  • Private piano lessons - Heidi Griffith 8/25/2011 (0)
  • Extracurriculars - Dan 8/24/2011 (1)
  • fall vs. spring testing for 3rd graders in pgh - Patti T 8/24/2011 (1)
  • Praise for Homeschoolers - Bruce Deitrick Price 8/23/2011 (0)
  • Lancaster Science Factory Offers Homeschool Classes! - Lauren Schaller 8/23/2011 (0)
  • tutoring - Michelle 8/23/2011 (0)
  • FS Sonlight Cores 300 and 400 complete postage paid. - Sherry 8/23/2011 (0)
  • FREE Pennsylvania Project - Wendy 8/23/2011 (0)
  • Free Montessori albums - Paula Kline 8/22/2011 (1)
  • Reading classes for those students who struggle with dyslexia, reading comprehension, spelling, or writing - Debra Gingrich 8/22/2011 (0)
  • Reading classes for those students who struggle with dyslexia, reading comprehension, spelling, or writing - Debra Gingrich 8/22/2011 (0)
  • York Area Homeschool Auditions Less than 1 Month Away - Michelle Robinson 8/21/2011 (0)
  • Fall 2011 testing in Lancaster - Marybeth 8/21/2011 (0)
  • New to homeschooling, Help! - Jennifer Gipson 8/21/2011 (1)
  • Additional Homeschool Classes offered at Ambler YMCA - Angela Townsley 8/20/2011 (0)
  • home school curriculum available - Lorraine Daddario 8/19/2011 (0)
  • Christiana Homeschool Academy...any others? - Gretchen 8/19/2011 (0)
  • Rental Space Available - Leslie Fick 8/19/2011 (0)
  • 2011 York Area Homeschool Drama Camp - Michelle Robinson 8/18/2011 (0)
  • Pollinator Power! A program of the second annual Philadelphia Honey Festival - Abby Sullivan 8/18/2011 (0)
  • Auditions for Children of Eden - Holly 8/17/2011 (0)
  • Fall Testing - Christy 8/16/2011 (0)
  • College Board Exams - ACT - Trish 8/15/2011 (1)
  • end of year portfolio - Wendy 8/15/2011 (0)
  • Homeschool Band - Cathy Taylor 8/11/2011 (0)
  • Christian Homeschool Phys Ed Classes - Nathan Rosentrater 8/10/2011 (0)
  • Should I be worried - Theresa 8/8/2011 (3)
  • Ballet Classes in Mt. Airy/ Homeschoolers Welcome! - Cynthia 8/8/2011 (0)
  • Central PA 2012 Graduation Ceremony - Janae 8/8/2011 (0)
  • Speech requirements for high school - Brenda 8/7/2011 (2)
  • 2012 graduation - Susan 8/5/2011 (1)
  • Art Instructions and P.E. curriculum for Homeschoolers - New Freedom Art and P.E. at PSC 8/5/2011 (0)
  • The Artist Within Art Studio Field Trips - Jennifer Urbanek 8/2/2011 (0)
  • New to home schooling... - Ann 8/2/2011 (3)
  • Help understanding the law please.... - Lee 8/2/2011 (2)
  • PSAT, ACT, and SAT - Trudi 7/28/2011 (3)
  • Daytime Music lessons - Central Penn Music 7/27/2011 (0)
  • Vaccine - Sharon 7/27/2011 (1)
  • AP Lit books for sale =--used last year with Mrs. Inspektor's class - Leslie Chaverin 7/26/2011 (0)
  • Sign Up for a Kaplan SAT Prep Course! - Tim Tobitsch 7/26/2011 (1)
  • FREE Practice SAT Tests Sat. August 6 & Sat. August 27 - Tim Tobitsch 7/26/2011 (0)
  • Health & Physiology Requirement - Mark 7/26/2011 (0)
  • legal status of post-mandatory age homeschoolers - CE 7/25/2011 (2)
  • Baierl Family YMCA Home School Art Gym and Swim Program - Ashley Kuban 7/23/2011 (0)
  • re: ap latin vergil - Julie 7/22/2011 (1)
  • Hearing screening tests - Christa 7/21/2011 (1)
  • Kids Martial Arts Training - Master Mary DeStolfo 7/20/2011 (0)
  • high school transcripts....detailed - Nanci 7/20/2011 (0)
  • Pedaling the Planet K-8 group/assembly program - Lisa Primerano 7/18/2011 (0)
  • selling Teaching Textbooks sets - Suzanne 7/18/2011 (0)
  • what is 7th grade? - jackie 7/18/2011 (1)
  • Private Voice Lessons - Patricia Rowell 7/18/2011 (0)
  • K-12 ESL Specialist & HS English & History - Jo Abrams 7/17/2011 (0)
  • Music tutor for Gideon Study Center - Laura Miller 7/15/2011 (0)
  • 2nd year French tutor for high school students - Laura Miller 7/15/2011 (0)
  • Phildelphia portfolio pick-up - Theresa 7/14/2011 (4)
  • PHAA conference - Nanette Blank 7/14/2011 (0)
  • Online Reading Tutoring Available - Michael Stearns 7/13/2011 (0)
  • Wilson tutor available for 19525 and surrounding areas - Joan 7/11/2011 (0)
  • School has requested more materials for documentation.... - Bonnie 7/10/2011 (1)
  • Diploma from MN will is not accepted by PA trade school. HELP. WHAT CAN I DO? - Daniel Andrews 7/10/2011 (0)
  • Reading and math tutoring available. Certified/experienced teacher. - Megan Miller 7/9/2011 (0)
  • Mandarin Chinese - Appa Hardner 7/8/2011 (0)
  • Computer Science - Appa Hardner 7/8/2011 (0)
  • Available Literacy Coach\Certified Reading Specialist - Jackie Wright 7/7/2011 (2)
  • FREE Practice SAT Test this Saturday (Kaplan) - Tim Tobitsch 7/7/2011 (1)
  • High School at Home conference - Bonnie 7/6/2011 (0)
  • Online Driver Education - Dennis Conwell 7/5/2011 (0)
  • Maximum age under Act 169 - Jan 7/2/2011 (0)
  • 5 Host Families Needed Now for Girls! - Jennifer Keating 7/2/2011 (0)
  • Photos in my potfolio by mistake, seek their rightful owner (Philadelphia School district) - Sylvia S. Duggan 7/1/2011 (0)
  • PA Homeschoolers Newsletter - Kathy 6/30/2011 (1)
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    Sign up now for our SAT Essay Writing course-- 4 weeks... and you'll be ready for the March SAT!
    Karen Boyd, 1/29/2012

    Editor's Note from Susan: We are so grateful to master teacher Karen Boyd for continuing to offer her very valuable SAT Essay Writing class. Designed for high school students planning on taking the College Board SAT this March. 

    It’s not too late to register your high school student for my four-week class on writing the SAT Essay.  This class helps students prepare for the essay portion of the March SAT, however students who will be taking the SAT at future dates are encouraged to join us.  

     

    Students from coast to coast and from four continents have found this class to be helpful in many ways.   First, it provides practice and guidance in writing a timed essay.  Many students report that it helped them feel confident about taking the SAT.    The class provides accountability and other people to comment on their writing.  While it focuses on the SAT Essay, many of the skills can be applied to other writing, such as the need for organization and a clear thesis.   Finally, the students learn to think about their own writing in new ways as they interact with the other students in the class. 

     

    The class begins on February 6 and continues into the beginning of March.    The registration deadline is January 31.  The class requires a text book -- the College Board SAT Study Guide--  that is needed on the first day, so either register early and order from pahomeschoolers.com , or plan to buy your own copy before the class begins.

     

    For more information go to the Online Store link above-- and then to "Online Classes" and then “Online SAT classes.” 

     

    Thanks,

    Karen Boyd

     

    Comments from former students

    “This class was very helpful to me.  First of all, it made me sit down and actually practice writing essays.  Second, it was good to have someone read my essays, grade them, and tell me what was good and what was not.  Also, I liked seeing what the other students wrote to see how I did in comparison.”

     

    “I just want to say thank you to you, Mrs. Boyd, for teaching this class!  It helped me a lot, and now....

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    Confessions of a Homeschool Mom Regarding Achievement Testing
    Patti T., 1/27/2012

    Editor's Note from Susan Richman: Often when I talk to families about how their kids did on achievement tests, I have a special question I ask-- it's "What is your child reading independently-- and does he enjoyreading.... or need to be 'nudged' to tackle a book?"  I've found, over many years of informally asking this of parents, that a pattern has emerged-- those kids who read widely, and have a lot of personalchoice over what to read, generally do great on achievement tests. Those kids who don't read much at all beyond their required homeschooling studies or texts, and who clearly don't like to read, generally don't fare so well. Doing things that are 'like' achievement tests on a daily basis does not seem to be the key factor -- though definitely familiarity with testing formats is a great help, and I certainly recommend some focused 'test prep'. But I've met kids who have *only* done 'comprehension questions' during the time the family is helping them get ready for standardized testing-- at all other times, the child simply readsand enjoys and talks about his reading informally with his parents every now and then... and these kids generally do just fine when the scores come in. This general trend was shown again in the experience thatPatti T. describes so well in this touching piece-- I hope it is a good encouragement to all other families facing the 'dreaded' 3rd grade testing experience! 

    I have been homeschooling my son since he was in kindergarten.  As we went through our first few years, I had this gnawing feeling about third grade. I knew that was the year we would encounter achievement testing.  I knew in my heart I was doing my best to make sure my son was learning and thriving in homeschool, but to have “THE TEST” prove or disprove this point was a little scary for me.  OK, very scary!!!! So I was on a mission to be prepared!!!!

    I purchased the sample test material from PA Homeschoolers for his appropriate grade.  I was glad I did because after the test my son remarked, “The test was just like the one we did at home.”  I was glad he felt comfortable from having done the practice tests.

    In addition, I combed the PA Homeschoolers website, in the months prior to the test, for any information regarding achievement test taking.  I am thankful for the resources I found to help me prepare my son and myself.  They really put my mind at ease and helped me to keep the whole test experience relatively stress free.  Knowing the test results were not the soul benchmark for how our homeschooling was progressing was the biggest relief!

    I remained optimistic waiting for the test scores.  When I received them, I could hardly believe my eyes.  My son did very well on the test.   All of the prep work we did helped, but the biggest preparation was something we had been doing his whole life.  We instilled a love of books and reading in our son. 

    My son is an avid reader.  It is not uncommon for us to walk out of the library every other week with 30+ books, and he reads every one of them.  I let him pick whatever books he wants, even if they are his old favorites like Henry and Mudge or Mr. Putter and Taby.  He likes to read graphic novels such as Stone Rabbit, Lunch Lady, and Tiny Titans.  Yes, he also likes Captain Underpants as well.  I let him read those books and trade off with books I have selected that are a little more appropriate for his age.  I think the reason he loves to read is because he has the freedom to explore and choose the books that interest him.  He isn’t just forced to read the material assigned by me for school.  His love for reading is the biggest factor as to why he did so well on the reading and language arts portion of the test, so I am told.

    Now, interestingly, I should mention at this point that I have a rather unique visual impairment that makes it challenging for me to read without the assistance of visual aids.  I developed this issue......

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    New AP Online class for 2012-2013 school year-- AP Environmental Science! Registration will be open by the end of February for all classes
    Molly McMahon, 1/24/2012

    Editor's Note from Susan Richman: We are already starting to get ready for our next year of PA Homeschoolers AP Online classes -- you can click on our website link above or just go to: www.aphomeschoolers.com. We'll be getting course descriptions for next year all updated soon-- and hope there might be a course that will be a great fit for one of *your* homeschool teens. All of our AP Online course websites are of course password protected, and only registered students can access them, protecting student privacy at all times. Taking one of our AP Online classes can help homeschoolers be very well prepared for taking Advanced Placement exams, given by the College Board each May at public or private school testing sites-- and students with strong scores earn credit at most colleges, and get a headstart on college level learning. Our students also love the interaction they have with other homeschoolers in their class-- and the students definitely spur each other on to strong learning. We enroll homeschool students from all across the nation-- and even homeschoolers living abroad! 

    I'm also delighted to introduce you to our newest PA Homeschoolers AP Online teacher, Molly McMahon-- I could tell right away in our communications that Molly will be a great online teacher with our program, and I know this new course offering might be just the thing for many students. 
    My name is Molly McMahon, and I am very excited to participate in the PA Homeschoolers
    community by teaching AP Environmental Science!
    I have a Bachelor’s in Biology and a Master’s in Science Education. I have been teaching in a
    traditional school setting for the past nine years. Over the years, I have been supplementing
    classroom instruction with online teaching materials and assignments. Last year, I was
    surprised to discover students at my school had accessed my online materials without actually
    enrolling in the course. I am always happy to assist ambitious and intellectually curious
    students, and I communicated with them only through the online course. I was pleased to
    see their excellent results on the AP test last May. This experience convinced me that online
    teaching is extremely effective and inspired me to seek out additional opportunities to work with
    more students in this manner.
    I am very passionate about teaching this course for reasons that may surprise you. AP
    Environmental Science covers a wide variety of topics that are not typically covered in any
    other science or social studies course but are certainly applicable to our everyday experiences.
    Units include understanding....

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    Lancaster Teen Named Grand Prize Winner in Susquehanna Bank Video Contest
    Alison Giella, 1/19/2012

    Editor's Note from Susan Richman: It's always great to hear about homeschoolers getting involved in positive and creative activities, especially when they are working as a small team to meet a goal. I hope the following press release encourages your family to look into some unique ways to use your children's strengths and interests. Our warmest congratulations to Zachary and Mitch Blank, and to Elijah and Jude VanHanxleden-- sounds like they've really found a wonderful activity that they love, and that they are enjoying spreading a positive message to others through their unique video productions.


    Zach Blank 1.jpg

    LITITZ, Pa., January 19, 2012 – What’s the risk of not saving money? Zachary Blank and a few friends provided the answer in a video that won Susquehanna Bank’s Lights, Camera, Save! contest for teens, and their effort is now competing as a finalist in the national contest.

    Zach’s video “Saving Matters” was honored as part of the Lights, Camera, Save! video contest organized by the American Bankers Association Education Foundation. It is featured on Susquehanna Bank’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/SusquehannaBank. In the contest, students age 13 to 18 submitted 90-second videos about the importance of saving money.

    “Saving Matters” shows a boy considering buying a toy tractor, until he imagines what his future may hold if he doesn’t learn to save money as well. Sixteen-year-old Zach made the video with his brother Mitch, as well as Elijah and Jude VanHanxleden.

    Zach Blank 2.jpg

    Together, they formed Zebrafilm Studios, and they’ve been making videos regularly since the middle of 2011. Their videos can be seen at www.youtube.com/zebrafilmstudios.

    “We usually like to plan out some absurd storyline, shoot it together, and then relax and edit it afterwards. Once we're done, we put it up on our website, Youtube, and Facebook,” Zach said. “We believe that videos can be funny, entertaining, and clever without being crude, inappropriate, or violent.”....

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    Go on a PA Historical Markers Scavenger Hunt!!
    Scott Doyle, PA Historical and Museum Commission, 1/8/2012

    Editor's Note from Susan Richman: Learning about PA History just got even a bit more fun-- take a look at this new program from the PA Historical and Museum Commission, one of the sponsors of the terrific (and very complete and totally *free*) website Explore PA History. Don't keep PA History limited to a 'workbook' -- get out and truly explore our state! And take notice of those fascinating little blue signs all along our highways that give us a hint of the richness of our past-- and then learn the full story behind each one at the website! And do share below if you have favorite PA history sites you've visited with your homeschooled kids or support group. 

    Dear Pennsylvania Homeschoolers:

    We are offering a new educational program at the 2012 Pennsylvania Farm Show that may be a great way to make the event more interactive for your home school families.

    The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) is sponsoring a Historical Marker Scavenger Hunt based on PHMC Historical Markers related to the history of Pennsylvania’s agriculture and food production.  PHMC is also promoting www.explorepahistory.com, an online resource developed by WITF, Central Pennsylvania’s public media organization, and PHMC that makes innovative use of the nearly 2,000 historical markers.  The website makes Pennsylvania and American history more exciting and available to public audiences, while providing educational resources for K-12 teacher and homeschoolers.

    Please extend an invitation to your members to stop by the PHMC Marker Booth in the Family Living Section (Main Hall) at Farm Show to pick up Scavenger Hunt Booklets and information on www.explorepahistory.com.  Included below are overviews on both programs and a sample lesson plan related to the agricultural and rural life from the website.  We look forward to your participation on our new program.

    Thank you for your interest and see you at the Show!

    Scott Doyle
    Grant and Marker Programs
    Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission
    (717) 783-6012
    midoyle@pa.gov

    PHMC HISTORICAL MARKER SCAVENGER HUNT
    Do you like scavenger hunts? Want to learn more about Pennsylvania’s agricultural heritage? Discover what product launched the Heinz food company (and it’s not ketchup!) and other....

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