Vol. 3, Issue 9: September 2008 A monthly e-magazine, Homeschool Frederick!, serves area homeschool communities of Greater Frederick, Maryland. Our family-friendly site publishes news, contests, events, field trips, and features of interest to homeschoolers. Free subscription to our E-Loop! Letter from the Editor Editor/Publisher Krista Thomas Contributing Writers Tina Jacobi R. McAfee Gabe O'Neill Donna Snyder Copyright © 2006-2008 All rights reserved.

The Numbers are In!
MSDE statistics show a rise in "reported" homeschoolers in Frederick County over the years. Total reported homeschoolers for 2007 is 24,277. Compare counties across Maryland from '94-'07...[MSDE Link]

Calling All Musicians!
HSF! debuts a new helpful resource page for students seeking instructors.
[Click for Musical Directory]

The Value of Student Contracts
One talented homeschool mom makes the grade with her kids and their annual goals...[more]

Summers Farm Adventure Ticket Giveaway with HSF!
Fall-4-Fun with this month's ticket giveaway to Summers Farm Adventure [win tickets]

Agri-Directory is Back!
Fall into learning in Greater Frederick's outdoors! This season's best agricultural-based events are highlighted in this special edition...[more]

Special Event Honors Child- Heroes at FSK Mall
Family-oriented event recognizes "kid heroes" in our own community on Sept 6...[more]

Homeschool Tip of the Month
Local homeschool mom suggests history, science, and history links for possible incorporation in your own studies...[more]

Mother-Daughter Writing Duo Publish Book
Homeschool family's bedtime book for children hits book stands everywhere...[more]