Since I'm blatantly plugging the VERY best homeschool magazine on the market today, and trying to help out the TOS family of readers by reminding them that time has almost run out to snatch up their free goodies, I feel it's only fair to let those of you who own businesses or work in the education industry have an opportunity to participate as well.

If you're wondering how subscribers get all those free goodies, and how you can get your company's name out in front of thousands and thousands of new people in the future, read on.  The "Bouquet" promotions are so popular with vendors that there is often a waiting list.  Trust me, this is THE way to increase brand recognition with home educators nationwide.  And around the world! 

Don't take my word on it though...take a look at some of the names of companies participating in the Spring 2005 "Bouquet of Gifts".  There are some "big dogs" there; there are also some wonderful "newbies" who are working hard to make sure homeschoolers are provided with quality choices to meet the needs of their families. 

You can take a gander at the promo by visiting: http://www.TheHomeschoolMagazine.com/promo_subscribe.php or by reading the press release below.  And don't forget...if you are the producer of curriculum or educational/family-related products, or are involved in the design, marketing or sales of said items...you should really have a subscription yourself.  There's no better way to learn how to market to homeschoolers than by learning about their community, their wants, needs and interests.  Business owners, and everyone else described above: don't forget to tell your accountant or tax preparer about your subscription purchase...it MAY be tax deductible as a business or operating expense!  (Even better!  *chuckle*)  This applies to writers (or those who hope to be writers)...if you are a freelance writer considering querying The Old Schoolhouse Magazine (or ANY magazine), you really should be familiar with the publication.  Subscribe now, see what is "going on" with the TOS family of readers and what our contributors have to say...then draft that query and submit it!

That said, here's the skinny on partnering with TOS for a future "Bouquet" promo:

For_Immediate_Release:

International Homeschool Publication Announces Partners for 2005 “Spring Bouquet of Gifts”

The Old Schoolhouse Magazine, LLC, has announced the 19 corporate partners chosen for the 2005 “Spring Bouquet of Gifts” offered to new subscribers.

Cool, California -- July 2005 – The Old Schoolhouse Magazine recently announced the companies chosen for partnership in their quarterly “Subscriber Bouquet” promotion.  The “Bouquet”, offered to new readers with their two-year subscription, provides producers of educational and family-related products virtually unlimited marketing opportunities.

Partners for the promotion include well-known curriculum providers, software companies, educational publications and booksellers.  Family Christian Stores, Accelerated Christian Education, Bob’s Red Mill, Barker Creek, Alpha Omega / Powerglide, TEACH Magazine and b.dazzle, inc. are counted among the companies chosen from the potential participants.  The “Spring Bouquet of Gifts” is estimated at almost $300.00 worth of products passed on to new subscribers.

“The exposure is priceless,” said Jenefer Igarashi, Marketing Director for The Old Schoolhouse Magazine.  “The ad campaigns are spread across the homeschool community and news media.  We want to give this opportunity to companies that we may be unaware of or that we haven’t contacted before, but the waiting list fills up quickly.”

To be considered for participation in future “Bouquet” promotions, contact Jenefer Igarashi or visit www.TheHomeschoolMagazine.com.  

About The Old Schoolhouse Magazine:

The Old Schoolhouse Magazine is the highest quality homeschool magazine on the market, with approximately 200 pages per issue, color throughout, a perfect binding, and a rich UV coating. Articles and interviews are meaty, and include the movers and shakers in the field of individualized education.  The publication is distributed across North America via newsstands and subscription, and international readers are serviced by volunteer coordinators and subscription.

Contact:

Jenefer Igarashi, Senior Public Relations Director

The Old Schoolhouse Magazine, LLC

530-889-1698

http://www.TheHomeschoolMagazine.com