My name is Brenda DiEugenio.  I am a Christian, wife, mother, and teacher.  I served as a public school teacher for 10 years teaching middle school emotional support, middle school learning support, and secondary level ESY in brick and mortar school districts.  Later, I had the privilege of teaching for a public charter school teaching special education in grades k-6 and lastly general education kindergarten.  I retired from public school teaching to homeschool my own children where I then had the opportunity to teach in a hybrid homeschool model and also volunteer with our favorite homeschool co-op, Love First Homeschool Inc.  Here, I have served both as a founding board member along with the leadership team finding great fulfillment in providing opportunities to other homeschool families by setting up outings, college visits, and even dual enrollment partnerships with accredited post-secondary institutions.  I have been supporting and evaluating for Pennsylvania homeschoolers for 8 years now.  That said, I have experienced no greater joy, calling, or fulfillment than teaching my own children how to read, pursue learning and independence, and to love Jesus.

My husband, Mark, is a self-employed contractor.  I am grateful for the choice and sacrifice he makes to be a one-income family which gives me the gift of being home with our children.  We have been married since 2004 and are  slowly preparing for our children to soon be on their own.  We are excited for what the future holds!

Raymond is a 2025 PA homeschool graduate.  He is the captain of the baseball team for our local school district.  He volunteers regularly at our homeschool co-op.  He pursues academic challenges, as he will graduate high school with 30 college credits.  He enjoys fishing with friends and archery with his dad.  After high school, he plans to attend a public university dual majoring in Economics and Finance with a minor in accounting.  He is a true leader.

Rae'na is a homeschooler currently in her sophomore year of high school.  She volunteers regularly at our homeschool co-op along with a Christian youth camp where she has served as a junior counselor.  She loves playing volleyball with her homeschool volleyball group.  Academically, Rae'na demands much from herself as she has already completed 12 college credits.  Rae'na is still deciding her post-secondary plans, leans towards the medical field, but does know she loves serving others.  She leads with Grace and is a nurturer.

Matthew is a 2025 graduate.  Not only will he graduate from our local public school, but he will also graduate from a Career and Technology Center having earned the title of Electrician.  Matthew volunteers regularly at school and serves on his high school media club, robotics team, yearbook club, and baseball team.  Matthew enjoys many hobbies, but most notably is his love for photography.  He is often seen behind a camera.  He maintains an outstanding G.P.A.  After high school, Matthew plans to pursue an apprenticeship in the trades so he can work full time and add to his skills and experience.  Matthew is gifted with showing empathy and compassion.  He is an includer.

Joy is our sweet German Shepherd that keeps the smiles on our faces!  She LOVES attention from her family and snuggling (only on her terms).  Her favorite hobbies are following her mommy, playing ball, and barking at birds.