FBCLP Educational Ministry

Homeschool Oversight

The First Baptist Church of La Plata Educational Ministry is pleased to provide oversight to homeschoolers in Southern Maryland.

We are recognized by the Maryland State Department of Education as a bonafide church ministry for this purpose under COMAR 13A.10.01.05 (sometimes referred to as an umbrella group).

All of our advisors are current or former homeschooling parents, with a minimum of three years' experience. Our advisors provide mentoring, as well as ensuring students receive regular and thorough instruction as outlined in Maryland law.

Membership Availability for 2025-2026

Enrollment for 2025-2026 is currently closed. We have reached our maximum number of families.

If you would like to be added to the waiting list for next year, please fill out the interest form below.

Please add me to the waiting list

What do we Do?

FBCLPEM is the educational ministry of First Baptist Church of La Plata, and serves Maryland homeschooling families by providing oversight in lieu of reviews directly with the county

Levels of Service

We offer standard level oversight (reviews and mentoring) as well as transcript level oversight (transcripts and a high school diploma provided)

Availability

Availability is based upon the number of advisors who currently volunteer for the ministry. We give first priority to returning members and open additional spots as they are available

Renewal

If you are currently a member, you are guaranteed a spot in the next year. You will be emailed early in the summer to determine whether you would like to renew your membership

Notification

New applicants will be notified by August 1st with either a membership application or a notice that membership is not available

Specific Questions

Please do not submit an additional interest form or send inquiries about when you will be notified. We will contact you as soon as we have processed renewals