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📚 2023 Homeschool Guide - Northern Anne Arundel County

A local resource to help you find programs to enhance your homeschool curriculums

August 23, 2023

Northern Anne Arundel County has some great local businesses that have dedicated homeschool programs for elementary through high school aged kids. We're excited to share them with you and hope they enrich your and your kids' homeschool experiences!

In addition, there are many other area fantastic businesses and organizations that offer activities and events that welcome homeschool families. 


Dedicated Homeschool Programs

Artsy Partsy, Pasadena


Homeschool Art and Sewing Classes

Artsy Partsy has selected new, fun lessons for your homeschool artist in elementary, middle, and high school grades. During this 12-week series, your student is encouraged to express their creativity and expand their talents. 

Our sewing classes will introduce basic skills of sewing by hand and by machine. Students will also learn safety and proper usage of materials and machines.


Eco Adventures, Millersville


2023 Homeschool Class Theme: Nature Nuts Series

In the first session, we will travel all over the world to learn about each unique biome, learn the history and culture of those parts of the world and meet the animals who call them home. Voyagers will make their own Eco-passports as they travel from continent to continent each week! 8 week sessions.


Glen Burnie Bowl, Glen Burnie


Jing Ying Institute of Kung Fu and Tai Chi, Arnold 

Homeschool Kung Fu Classes

Classes are suitable for ages 5 to adult and this is a great activity for parents to do with their children. Our program is family-oriented, and we offer reasonable pricing to make it easier for multiple family members to take classes together. Sessions are for 7 weeks.


Skate Zone, Crofton



Homeschool STEM Program 

This will be held once a month between September-February. The admission cost is $11/child and that includes skate rental. Add the pizza/soda lunch for $4.25. Parents are free to attend and will pay the $11 fee if they want to skate. The STEM lesson will take place from 10am-11am followed by 2 hours of skating.


Let us know of any other dedicated homeschool programs in the northern Anne Arundel County area. Please email Laura at mackidpasadenamd@macaronikid.com, and we'll add them right away. Thank you in advance!


Homeschool Friendly Businesses and Organizations 

Boy Scouts of America River Hawk District, throughout Anne Arundel County 


The Scout Oath and Law are the foundation of our programs which build character, develop leadership skills, and train youth in the responsibilities of citizenship and service. The River Hawk District of the Boy Scouts of America encompasses Anne Arundel County and has programs for girls and boys. Find a local unit in Anne Arundel County here. 

Also, the Baltimore Area Council of the Boy Scouts America owns and operates Broad Creek Memorial Scout Reservation in Harford County. Each year more than 20,000 youth visit to participate in activities featuring youth development, adventure program, and team building in the backdrop of the outdoors. You do not need to be in scouts to enjoy this wonderful retreat -- it's open to all. Homeschool families are welcome to visit and book an outing or outdoor adventure.


British Swim School, Linthicum and Severn 

We are the premier learn-to-swim provider for people of all ages, offering programs for children ages 3-months through adults. 

We use gentle teaching methods and a survival-first approach to help people of all experience levels become safer, stronger swimmers. British Swim School’s safe, fun, and effective instructional program has made it the preferred choice for parents and students for over 40 years.


DodgeBow Annapolis Games and Events, Millersville

Get ready to experience 60-minute of non stop fun that combines the excitement of dodgeball with the unique twist of soft-tipped arrows that won't hurt. DodgeBow is the perfect choice for summer camp field trips, team building, bonding with friends, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. It's the ultimate game that will have everyone buzzing with excitement!

Discount for MacKID readers! Get 25% off Monday through Thursday bookings to all homeschoolers who schedule a DodgeBow froup with 12 or more players. Be sure to mention Macaroni KID!


Music Together Chesapeake, Severna Park 

Music Together Chesapeake offers Rhythm Kids classes for kids up to age 8. Classes are on Saturday mornings and are a great way to fulfill elementary music requirements.


Play Street Museum, Severna Park - OPENING SOON


Play Street Museum will be opening in Severna Park later this year and is a great option for children ages 1 - 8 years old.

We will have rotating exhibits with themes such as ocean and space, a weekly theme which can be anything from bees to airplanes to famous scientists, and daily enrichment activities that include music, art, and science.


Rolly Pollies, Severna Park


At Rolly Pollies, our Mission is our number one goal: "To develop children physically, intellectually and socially in order to build the self-esteem and confidence needed for a healthy and successful life." 


School of Rock Annapolis, Arnold

Music programs at School of Rock combine one-on-one lessons with group band practices. Each day we watch our students grow from beginner musicians to confident and inspiring rock stars in their community. 


Warrior Academy of Gymnastics, Glen Burnie


Warriors Academy of Gymnastics (WAG) provides gymnastics instruction for children ages 2-18+.

We aim to teach life lessons such as respect, determiniation and perseverance while building strength, flexibility, and coordination in a postive fun environment.

 

The Blended Essentials, Severna Park 



Choose to make candles, wax melts, soaps, room/linen sprays, bath bombs, salt or sugar scrubs, and more.

In all of our BE experiences we use a variety of scientific measurement standards. During our time together for this session we will talk about weight, quantity, and capacity. Each participant will build their own BE product given specific scientific guidelines. 


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