Homeschool 101
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DEFINITIONS
- Superintendent - Person who manages or is in charge of a number of schools within a school district.
- Affidavit - a written statement confirmed by oath.
- Letter of Intent - Letter containing descriptions of intentions
- Transcripts - documentation of a student’s permanent academic record
- GPA - Grade point average. This is given by adding the number of credits as the student has received and divided them by the number of credits a student has taken.
- Attendance - being present for an event
- Homeschool based-private school - learning within a private environment
- Homeschooling Statues - State rules that dictate how many hours/days, subjects, and testing that needs to be done you need to instruct your student in the homeschool setting
- Form 4140 - Also known as a letter of intent
- Districts Discretion/Dependant on District - local school district will determine the appropriate measures to assess your student’s grade level for re-enrollment. Each school district will have a different method of measurement for the grade level. Check with your local school district if you are looking to re-enroll your child and the steps you will need to take.
All information was collected and curated from www.hslda.org, https://responsiblehomeschooling.org/state-by-state/, and https://www.time4learning.com/homeschooling/by-state.html. This information has been condensed for an overview of what each state requires of homeschool families and re-enrollment and graduation. If you would like more information on a specific area of homeschool requirements and regulations, please visit one of the three websites listed above.
STATES
ALASKA
Schooling Options
- Homeschooling under the homeschool statute
- Homeschooling with a private tutor
- Homeschooling with school board approval
- Homeschooling as a religious private school
Teaching Qualifications
No teacher qualifications unless using schooling option 2
School Ages
Children 7-16 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
No requirements for curriculum unless you are teaching under schooling option 4
Assessment
No requirements unless teaching under schooling option 4
Immunization
No requirements unless you teach under schooling option 4
Notification
No requirements to notice unless you are teaching under schooling option 4
Attendance
No requirements
State Records
No requirements.
Days or Hours
No requirements.
Disabilities
Schools are required to provide testing for students with disabilities. If teaching under schooling option 1 there are no further requirements by the district. However, if you are teaching under a private school or correspondent schools they are eligible for some aid.
Athletics
Eligible for participation
Part-Time Enrollment
Provided space allows students may enroll as part-time
Re-Enroll in Public School
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be given to determine placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements
ARIZONA
Schooling Options
A Parent or Guardian Homeschooling
Teaching Qualifications
None
School Ages
Children 6-16 must be enrolled in a program
*School may be held off until the student is 8 years old, this must be stated in the affidavit
for homeschooling
Curriculum Requirements
Reading, grammar, math, social studies, science
Assessment
No requirements
Immunization
No requirements to immunize
Notification
Must supply a one-time affidavit of intent to homeschool with the county school superintendent within 30 days from when school begins.
Attendance
No requirements
State Records
No requirements.
Days or Hours
No requirements.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for both testing and services
Athletics
Eligible for participation
Part-Time Enrollment
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be given to determine placement.
Re-Enroll in Public School
For re-enrollment, a letter of homeschool termination must be submitted within 30 days of ending homeschooling and before re-enrollment. Each district will have specific
requirements for re-enrollment and placement after notification of termination. Reach out to
your local school district for more information.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements
ALABAMA
Schooling Options
- Homeschooling with church school
- Homeschooling with private school
- Homeschooling with a private tutor
Teaching Qualifications
Teaching qualifications are only needed when schooling with option number 3
Assessment
No requirement
Immunization
Children only need immunization for schooling option 2
Notification
For all homeschooling options, you must contact your district’s superintendent with names and ages of those enrolled in homeschool programs.
Attendance
You are required to keep accurate attendance for each student. These records are required to be available to the superintendent of the local school district.
State Records
No requirements.
Disabilities
Students may be tested with the district but they are not entitled to services.
Athletics
Allows students to participate in interscholastic sports.
Part-Time Enrollment
At districts discretion
Re-Enroll in Public School
Students may need to withdraw from church school if enrolled in this homeschooling program. There may be a placement test required before the district places students in a grade level. Credit transfer will be at the district's discretion.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements
ARKANSAS
Schooling Options
Homeschool with Parent or Guardian
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Children ages 5-17 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
No requirements
Assessment
No requirements
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Families must submit an annual written notice of intent to homeschool. This notice must be
filled by August 15th and submitted to the superintendent of the local public school district. Only one written notice per family is required.
Attendance
No requirements
State Records
No requirements.
Days or Hours
No requirements.
Disabilities
Eligible for testing and services
Athletics
Eligible for participation
Part-Time Enrollment
At districts discretions
Re-Enroll in Public School
After a notice of termination of homeschool has been made each district will have specific requirements for re-enrollment and placement. Reach out to your local school district for more information.
*If the student re-enrolling is close to graduation they will need to complete 9 months of course before they can be considered for graduation.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements
CALIFORNIA
Schooling Options
- Homeschool based private school
- Homeschooling as a private satellite school
- Homeschooling under a private tutor
Teaching Qualifications
No teaching qualifications unless using schooling option 3
School Ages
Children ages 6-18 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Computer Science, Physical Education, Career Technician Education, Model School Library, Art, and World Languages
Assessment
No requirements
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Families will need to file an affidavit with the California Superintendent of Public Education. This form is available on October 1 of each your.
Attendance
Accurate attendance must be kept
State Records
Families must track the courses taken by each student.
Days or Hours
Below is a detailed outline of each schooling options days/hours requirements:
1. Schooling option 1 - no requirements
2. Schooling option 2 - at the
corresponding school’s discretion
3. Schooling option 3 - must meet 175 days of instruction, classroom instruction for 3 hours a day between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and services
Athletics
Not eligible for participation
Part-Time Enrollment
No current state law speaking to the subject. The district would have to make the decision
and possible independent study requirements would be implemented.
Re-Enroll in Public School
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be given to determine placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements
COLORADO
Schooling Options
- Homeschool Statute
- Independent School
- Private Tutor
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements unless using schooling option 3
School Ages
Students between the ages 6-17 must be enrolled in a program.
Curriculum Requirements
Reading, math, history, literature, civics, U.S. Constitution, and science.
Assessment
Assessments are only required for schooling under the Homeschool Statute. Testing will
take place for grades 3,5,7,9,11th grades. Options for testing are either a standard nationalized testing or evaluation with a
“qualified person”. A qualified person includes: a licensed psychologist, a teacher, or person with a graduate degree in teaching. After testing has taken place results must be sent to the local school district.
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Families must submit a letter of intent to the local school district within 14 days of when school begins.
Attendance
Accurate records of attendance must be kept.
State Records
Records must be kept on file only for schooling under the homeschool statute. These records include attendance,
assessments and immunizations.
Days or Hours
There must be 172 days of instructions and a minimum of 4 hours of instruction must be done per day.
Disabilities
Students may be tested but not receive services if enrolled under the homeschool statute. If a student is enrolled in an independent study being taught at home they are eligible for services.
Athletics
Eligible for participation.
Part-Time Enrollment
Part-time enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment.
Re-Enroll in Public School
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be given to determine placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
CONNECTICUT
Schooling Options
Equivalent Instruction
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements.
School Ages
Students 5-17 must be enrolled in a school program.
Curriculum Requirements/ Assessments
Homeschool teachers must be able to teach equivalent instruction in reading, writing,
grammar, geography, math, U.S. history, citizenship which includes the study of towns,
states, and federal governments.
Assessment
Portfolio review will be held annually with school officials to ensure academic growth.
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
No requirements for notice, however, it is recommended that you send a letter of the internet to your district’s superintendent.
Attendance / State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
No requirements.
Disabilities
Eligible for testing but do not qualify for services.
Athletics
Not eligible to participate.
Part-Time Enrollment
Part-time enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment.
Re-Enroll in Public School
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be given to determine placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
DELAWARE
Schooling Options
- Single-family homeschooling
- Multi Family homeschooling
- Coordination with the local school district
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students 5-16 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
No requirements unless using coordination with local school district schooling options in which case the school district will determine the required curriculum.
Assessment
Superintendent will determine if any assessments are required
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Families must pupil enrollment for homeschool to the Delaware Department of Education by the end of September or before
October 31st
Attendance
Attendance must be kept and submitted each year before July 31st to the Delaware Department of Education.
State Records
No requirements.
Days or Hours
No requirements for homeschooling unless teaching under coordination with the local
school district in which case the school district will determine days and hours.
Disabilities
Eligible for testing but not services
Athletics
Not eligible for participation
Part-Time Enrollment
Part-time enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment.
Re-Enroll in Public School
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
FLORIDA
Schooling Options
- Homeschool Statute
- Umbrella School
- Private Tutor
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 6-16 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
No requirements
Assessment
No requirements unless teaching with the homeschool statute in which case families must have students take an annual
assessment. Families may choose from a standard nationalized test, have a state certified teacher conduct an evaluation, the student may take a state student assessment conducted by a certified teacher, the student
may be evaluated by a psychologist, or a testing method that has been mutually agreed upon by both families and superintendent.
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Below are the notification requirements for each schooling option:
- Homeschool statutes must submit a letter of intent to schools local superintendent within 30 days of beginning homeschool.
- Umbrella Schools must incorporate
and register with the Department of
Education. Schools must file annually. - Private tutors must follow all state requirements and file all appropriate documentation for private tutoring.
Attendance
Families must keep records of attendance on file.
State Records
Below are the requirements for maintaining state records for each schooling option:
- Homeschooling statute must maintain records for 2 years, this must include a record of courses taken, assessments, and all materials used.
- Umbrella schools must maintain enough information to fill a database for registration.
- Private tutors must keep any records
required by the state.
Days or Hours
Below are requirements for days and records for each schooling option:
- For homeschooling statute there are no requirements
- Umbrella schools are required to complete 180 days or the hours that are equivalent.
- Private tutors are required to complete 180 days or the hours that are equal.
Athletics
Both homeschool and umbrella schools have to access all extracurricular activities, however, those taught under private tutors are not eligible.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing but not services unless teaching under an umbrella school in which case students are eligible for testing and services.
Part-Time Enrollment
Part-time enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment.
Re-Enroll in Public School
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
GEORGIA
Schooling Options
Homeschool statute
Teaching Qualifications
Parents may teach their children but they must hold a high school diploma or GED to qualify.
School Ages
Students ages 6-16 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements / Assessments
Reading, language arts, math, social studies, and science.
Assessment
Every 3 years students must take the nationally standardized tests.These tests must be done by a qualified administrator. All
records and grades must be retained, however, scores are not required to be submitted to public educational authorities.
There must be an annual assessment of each child to determine academic growth.
Immunization
There are no requirements
Notification
Parents or legal guardians must submit an electronic notice of intent to the Department of Education within 30 days after establishing a homeschool program and by September 1
of that year. This does not need to be done annually.
Attendance
Families must keep records of attendance on file.
State Records
Records of annual assessment for academic growth must be maintained for 3 years.
Days or Hours
During a 12 month period, 180 days of education must be met with each day consisting of 4.5 hours of instruction.
Athletics
Not eligible to participate.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing as well as receiving services.
Part-Time Enrollment
Part-time enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment.
Re-Enroll in Public School
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for
requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
HAWAII
Schooling Options
Homeschool statute
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 5-18 must be enrolled in some kind of school program.
Curriculum Requirements
Students at the elementary-level curriculum may include art, math, language arts, social
studies, science, music, health, and physical education. Students at the secondary school may include English, math, health and
physical education, and guidance. All courses should take into consideration the student’s
interests, abilities, child's needs, be cumulative and sequential, provide up to date knowledge, as well as needed skills.
Assessment
Children at the end of 3rd, 5th, 8th, and 10th grades must do one of the following: (a)participate in the statewide testing program at their local public school, (b) participate in
comparable private testing at the parent’s expense,(c) participate in some other means of testing approved by the superintendent.
Parents must submit annual testing in one of the following ways: score at grade level on
national-normed standardized achievement tests. One grade level of progress on nationally-normed standardized achievement
tests over the previous calendar year. Submit a written evaluation by a state-certified teacher demonstrating either appropriate
grade level achievement or significant annual advancement through child's abilities.Parents
provide a written evaluation demonstrating the child's progress in each subject with
written descriptions of each area. Including samples and test scores. If you choose to
follow options (a) or (b) your child's standardized testing scores will qualify
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Parents or legal guardians must submit a notice of the internet to the principal of the district their student would be going to.
Families must submit a letter of intent when the student moves from elementary, middle,
and high school. A new letter of intent must be submitted as well if the family moves. The notice of intent can be submitted with
Form 4140 or be a letter with the date of birth, name, address, grade level, and parents’
signature. Families should keep a copy on file for your records.
Attendance
Families must keep records of attendance on file.
State Records
Parents must keep a record of the planned curriculum for each student. Each record must include start of program, end of
program, record of number of hours a student is in instruction, subject areas covered in
planned curriculum, method used to determine mastery of each subject, and a list of textbooks and materials used.
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Not eligible to participate
Disabilities
Testing and services are available for students.
Part-Time Enrollment
Not eligible
Re-Enroll in Public School
Families looking to re-enroll their student must notify the principal of the school their child would be in for enrollment.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
IDAHO
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statute
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 7-16 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
Math, language arts, science, and social studies through grades 1-10. After these grades there is flexibility in grades 11-12
Assessment
No requirements
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
No notification required
Attendance/ State Records,
No requirements
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Eligible to participate, however, must show that student is at grade level through standardized tests or portfolio review
Disabilities
Eligible for full services
Part-Time Enrollment
Full access to part time enrollment. Contact the local school district for requirements for enrollment part time.
Re-Enroll
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
ILLINOIS
Schooling Options
Private School (homeschools operate as private schools)
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 6-17 should be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
Students must receive education in language arts, biological science, physical science,
math, social studies, fine arts, and physical education. Instruction must be done in
English
Assessment
No requirements
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Voluntary, it is recommended that you notify your regional superintendent, however, it is
not mandatory.
Attendance/ State Records,
No requirements
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Not eligible
Disabilities
Eligible for testing and some services. If students are interested in full services they
must be enrolled in public school part-time.
Part-Time Enrollment
Eligible dependant on space in classroom
Re-Enrollment
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for
requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
*High school students may not be eligible for diploma unless they attend all 4 years of public school with re-enrollment
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
INDIANA
Schooling Options
Private School (homeschools operate as private schools)
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 7-18 should be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessments
No set requirements, it is suggested that curriculum follows what would traditionally be taught in public school. All courses must be taught in English
Assessment
No requirements
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
If your child has never been to public school there is no need for notification, however, if you child has been to public school and is moving to homeschool notify the school. This notification is voluntary
Attendance/ State Records,
Attendance must be kept for verification of instruction
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
Parents must provide 180 days of instruction
Athletics
Eligible to participate if they are enrolled in one class at the school they represent
Disabilities
Eligible for testing and services must be enrolled in public school part-time.
Part-Time Enrollment
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Re-Enrollment
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Students must pass Indiana’s high school equivalency exam and must meet the homeschool course load. Parents must determine if students have met all requirements for course load.
IOWA
Schooling Options
- Homeschool Independent Private Instruction
- Homeschooling by private instruction
a. Can be unlicensed person - Homeschooling with supervising teacher
- Homeschooling with annual assessment
- Homeschooling with Home School Assistance Program (HSAP)
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements unless homeschooling with a supervised teacher. This teaching option requires the teacher to have a valid teaching license.
School Ages
Students ages 6-16 should be enrolled in a school program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessments
Students learning under homeschool independent private instruction must be instructed in math, science, reading, language arts, social studies. All other teaching options do not have requirements.
Assessment
Assessments are required for teaching with a private instructor, supervising teacher, homeschooling with an annual assessment, and HSAP. Assessments for each are below:
- Teaching with a private instructor requires a private portfolio with an annual review from their local school
- Teaching with a supervising teacher requires only teaching monitoring of progress.
- Teaching with an annual assessment must submit assessments at the beginning of the year when the child is 7 years old, then these assessments must be submitted by September 15th of each year. When students enter grades 5th and 6th must be assessed in reading, science, social studies, language arts, and math.
- Teaching with an HSAP assessments will be at the school district's discretion.
Immunization
Immunizations are required for all schooling options except for homeschool independent private instruction and homeschooling by private instruction.
Notification
Each teaching option has different requirements for notification. Below are the requirements:
- Homeschooling with independent private instruction there are no requirements, but if requested provide school information
- Parents teaching with a private instructor must file a form with the local school district, but is exempt if the person is unlicensed.
- Parents teaching with a supervising teacher must file Form A with the local school district by September 1 of each year.
- Parents teaching with an annual assessment must file a Form A with local school district by September 1 of each year
- Parents teaching with HSAP must file Form A with the local school district by September 1 of each year.
Attendance
No requirements
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
Each homeschooling option has their own requirements. Below are the requirements:
- Homeschooling as an Independent Private Instructor has no requirements
- Teaching with a private instructor families must provide 148 days of instruction a) May be broken down into 37 days per quarter
- Families teaching with a supervising teacher must provide 148 days of instruction a) May be broken down into 37 days per quarter
- Homeschoolers teaching with an annual assessment must provide 148 days of instruction a) May be broken down into 37 days per quarter
- Families teaching under HSAP must provide 148 days of instruction a) May be broken down into 37 days per quarter
Athletics
Students who are eligible for part-time or dual enrollment are eligible to participate in athletics.
Disabilities
Students who are eligible for part-time or dual enrollment are eligible for testing and services
Part-Time Enrollment
Eligible for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment / Graduation
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
KANSAS
Schooling Options
- Private School
- Umbrella School
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 7-18 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
No requirements
Assessment
Teaching under a private school student must take an annual standardized assessment. Contact that State Board of Education for an approved list of tests.
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Parents must register the name and address of their homeschool with the State Board of Education if teaching as a private school. When teaching as an umbrella school there is notice required. Contact your umbrella school for details on how to register your child.
Attendance
No requirements
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
Students must have 186 days of education with no less than 6 hours of education per day or a total of 1,116 hours of education a year.
Athletics
Not eligible to participate
Disabilities
Students have access to testing and may be eligible for some services
Part-Time Enrollment
Eligibility is determined by district and varies from county to county.
Re-Enrollment
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
KENTUCKY
Schooling Options
Private School
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students aged 6-18 must be enrolled in a schooling program
Curriculum Requirements
Reading, writing, spelling, grammar, history, math, science, and civics
Assessment
No requirements
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
The superintendent of the local school board must be notified in writing within 10 days of the school year of the families intent to homeschool.
Attendance
Accurate attendance records must be kept.
State Records
A portfolio must be kept with samples of work, attendance and grades must also be kept.
Days or Hours
Students must have 185 days of attendance and a total of 1062 hours of instruction
Athletics
Eligibility is determined by district.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and may have access to resources
Part-Time Enrollment
Eligibility is determined by district and varies from county to county.
Re-Enrollment
For re-enrollment students will need certified transcripts for placement. If a student does not have a certified transcript they will need to: Pass a similar exam given to students receiving credits for the course or attain a “C” average in the course by the 12th week of school.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
LOUISIANA
Schooling Options
- Homeschool Option
- Private School Option
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 7-18 must be enrolled in a school program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessments
If families are teaching with the homeschool option they must offer equal or equivalent of what is offered in public school. If families are teaching with the private school option there are no requirements.
Immunization
If families are teaching with the homeschool option they are required to provide proof of immunization by age 11. If families are teaching under a private school then there are no requirements.
Notification
For homeschool schooling options families must submit an application to the Board of Education within 15 days of beginning homeschool. This application must be submitted annually and will include an assessment of each child.
If families are schooling under a private school they will report to the State Department of Education their total attendance by the 13th day of their school term/session.
Attendance
No requirements
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
Students must receive 180 days of instruction
Athletics
Not eligible to participate
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing but not services
Part-Time Enrollment
Eligibility is determined by district and varies from county to county.
Re-Enrollment
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
MAINE
Schooling Options
- Homeschool Statute
- Recognized Private School
(Homeschool families working as a private school)
Teaching Qualifications
Teaching under a recognized private school will require teachers to hold a state certified license.
School Ages
Students ages 6-17 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessments
English and language arts, math, science, social studies, physical and health education, library skills, fine arts, Maine studies, computer proficiency, Civil government and citizenship, American history, and geography
Assessments
Assessments are only required if teaching under a homeschool statute. A year end assessment which must be submitted to local school officials and the Commissioner of Education by September 1st. This test can be: a standardized test or a test developed by local officials and administered by the school. Additionally, there must be a review and acceptance of the students progress by a certified teacher or an advisory board of the superintendent and two homeschool parents.
Immunization
No requirements unless teaching with a recognized private school.
Notification
Parents must submit a one time notice of intent to the local superintendent and the Commissioner of Education within 10 days of homeschooling beginning or by October 1 the school must submit a letter that states the school complies with state and local fire and health laws.
Attendance/State Records
Families must keep accurate records of attendance.
State Records
Families teaching under homeschooling statute should keep records of the initial letter of internet and year end assessments. Private schools must provide parents with four academic progress reports each year and inform parents of grades along with rubric. Private schooling option families must also keep immunization records on file
Days or Hours
Students must receive 175 days of instruction.
Athletics
Students are eligible to participate
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and services
Part-Time Enrollment
Students are eligible if they are able to provide satisfactory academic achievement. The superintendent must approve all requests for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
MARYLAND
Schooling Options
- Homeschool statute
- Homeschooling under church umbrella
- Homeschooling under church-exempt school umbrella option
- Homeschooling supervision of an approved private school
Teaching Qualifications
There are no requirements for teaching qualifications, however, if teaching under supervision of an approved private school the supervising school must assign a school-based teacher to assist the home teacher in using corresponding courses
School Ages
Students ages 5-18 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessments
For all teaching options schools must follow as closely to public school curriculum for students the same age
Assessments
Each schooling option requires different assessments to be made. Below are the following assessment requirements:
- Families teaching with the homeschool statute are required to have an annual assessment of a students work portfolio. This will be reviewed by a local school representative.
- If teaching as a church umbrella there are no assessment requirements.
- If teaching as a church-exempt umbrella school there are no assessment requirements.
- If teaching under the supervision of an approved private school the teacher will issue a progress report as well as provide grades.
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Each schooling options has different requirements for notification of intent to homeschool below are the requirements for each schooling options:
- Schooling under the homeschool statute families must notify the local superintendent using the homeschooling form from State Department of Education within 15 days of beginning homeschool
- Schooling as a church umbrella families must notify their local district superintendent annually by the beginning of the school year and parents must verify the umbrella school they are working with.
- Schooling under a church-exempt school families must notify their local district superintendent annually by the beginning of the school year and parents must verify the umbrella school they are working with.
- Must notify their local district superintendent annually by the beginning of the school year and parents must verify the umbrella school they are working with.
Attendance
No attendance requirements
State Records
Only families teaching under the homeschool statute are required to maintain a portfolio of their students' work.
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Students are not eligible to participate
Disabilities
Students are eligible to testing but may not be eligible for services
Part-Time Enrollment
Students are not eligible for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
After an evaluation which may include standardized testing and examination as well as interview with student, families are able to re-enroll their students back in public school.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
MASSACHUSETTS
Schooling Options
Otherwise Instructed
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 6-16 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessments
Spelling, reading, writing, English language and grammar, geography, arithmetic, drawing, music, United States history and Constitution, duties of citizenship, health (including cpr), physical education and good behavior.
Assessments
No requirements for assessments.
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Otherwise Instructed allows for students to be homeschooled and not follow the compulsory attendance laws. Parents must notify the superintendent of their school district with a plan for homeschooling. The superintendent or school committee will determine if the plan meets their standards. There is no need to provide any further information other than how you plan to teach your student. Keep in mind that while there are no laws that state you have to maintain records of attendance and how many days you will be instructing your student it may help your proposal if you have a plan on how many days and hours you’d be in instruction.
Attendance
Each district will have their own requirements for assessments. Check with your local school district for more information.
State Records
Each district will have their own requirements for assessments. Check with your local school district for more information.
Days or Hours
There are no legal requirements for hours or days, however, elementary students are instructed for 900 hours a year and high school students are instructed for 990 hours a year. Take this into consideration while preparing an outline for the superintendent to approve your homeschool request.
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at districts discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for services and testing.
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
For re-enrollment the first step is to contact your local superintendent 30 days before homeschool termination, this is preferably done in writing. Once notified testing will be done for placement.
*Homeschool credits will not go towards public school diploma if your child transfers back to public school from homeschool in highschool
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
MICHIGAN
Schooling Options
- Homeschool statue
- Private school - homeschool reporting directly the the Michigan Department of Education
Teaching Qualifications
If teaching as a private school teachers will be required to hold a state issued teachers license.
School Ages
Students ages 6-18 should be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessments
Teaching with the homeschool statute families must offer reading, spelling, math, science, history, civics, literature, writing, and English grammar. Families using private school teaching options must offer math, reading, English, science, social studies, Michigan Constitution, U.S. Constitution, the history and present form of civil government of the U.S. and Michigan.
Assessments
No requirements for assessments
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
No requirements for notification.
Attendance/State Records
Teaching with a private school will be required to follow requirements set out by Michigan Department of Education for attendance.
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district's discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students must file a Nonpublic School Membership report with the Michigan Department of Education to be eligible for testing.. While students are eligible for testing they are not eligible for services
Part-Time Enrollment
Students are eligible for part time enrollment
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
Re-enrollment is at district discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
MINNESOTA
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statute
Teaching Qualifications
If you are teaching your own children there are no requirements, however, if you are instructing students who are not your children or having someone other than you instruct your children the instructor must meet one of the following:
- Have a valid Minnesota teaching license
- Be supervised by licensed teaching
- Successfully complete a teaching competency exam
- provide instruction in a school that is accredited or recognized by the state board
- Hold a bachelor's degree
School Ages
Students ages 7-17 should be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
Reading, writing, literature, fine arts, math, science, history, geography, government, health, and physical education. Instruction must be in English
Assessments
Students must take an annual nationally norm-referenced standardized achievement examination agreed upon by the parent and superintendent. These assessments do not need to be submitted to the district.
Immunization
Immunization is required
Notification
When a student is 7 years old a “full report” must be submitted 15 days before withdrawal from public school to the local superintendent or by October 1st after moving to a new school district. A “full report” includes: name, birth date, address and annual test intended for use. After this full report has been filed a letter of intent must be filed each year by October 1st.
Attendance/State Records
No requirement to keep attendance
State Records
Families must maintain records of all subjects that are being taught as well as records of each year's assessment. Immunization records must also be kept on file.
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Students are eligible to participate
Disabilities
Students are eligible for services and testing
Part-Time Enrollment
Students are eligible for part-time status, however, students must not have an IEP and part-time enrollment structure will be determined by district.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
To re-enroll families must provide the district with your record keeping of subjects taught and assessment, placement will be determined by district.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
MISSISSIPPI
Schooling Options
Home Study Program
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 6-17 must be enrolled in a program.
Curriculum Requirements
No requirements
Assessments
No requirements for assessments
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Each year before September 15th a certificate of enrollment but be submitted to your local school district. Contact your district's attendance officer for a certificate.
Attendance
No requirements
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Not eligible for services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
Re-enrollment is at the district’s discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
MISSOURI
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statue
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 7-17 should be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessment
Required subjects are math, reading, social studies, science, and language arts.
Assessments
No requirements
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
No requirements
Attendance
No set number of days must be recorded but hours must be kept on file.
State Records
Families must keep attendance hours and curriculum that has been taught for students under the age of 16.
Days or Hours
There must be 1,000 hours of instructions with 600 of those hours dedicated to required subjects. 400 of those hours must be done at the regular homeschool location
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and dependant on district some services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
Re-enrollment is at the district’s discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
MONTANA
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statute
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 7-16 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessment
Parents must teach an organized curriculum that follows basic public education. This includes: English, math, science, social studies, health, arts, and career education.
Assessments
No requirements
Immunization
Immunization is required
Notification
Notification must be made to county Superintendent of intent to homeschool
Attendance
Accurate attendance records must be kept
State Records
Families must maintain attendance records as well as keeping immunization records on file
Days or Hours
For grades 1- 3 must complete 720 hours of instruction annually, grades 4-12 must complete 1,080 hours of instructions annually.
Athletics
Not eligible to participate
Disabilities
Eligibility varies by district but testing is provided for students.
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
Re-enrollment is at the district’s discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
NEBRASKA
Schooling Options
Private Schools which chooses not to comply with accreditation or approval requirements for religious status. First a private school must be set up at home and then children must be enrolled. The form can be found here: https://www.education.ne.gov/fos/exempt-schools/
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students 6-16 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessment
Families must teach language arts, math, and health.
Assessments
No requirements
Immunization
If you affirm a non-religious reason for homeschooling you must comply with immunization requirements for schooling
Notification
Parents must file Form A and Form B which can be found here https://www.education.ne.gov/nderule/exempt-schools/ to the Commissioner of Education. These forms must be filed by July 15th of the year. Attached must also have a description of the course that is planned out as well as birth certificate of each student and names/ages/ and grade level.
An acknowledgement letter will be sent out to each private school. These forms must be filled out annually.
Attendance
No requirements for attendance records
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
Elementary students must meet 1,032 hours of instructions while secondary students must meet 1,080 hours of instructions
Athletics
Students are eligible to participate but not for any activities managed by the NSAA (Nebraska School Activities Association)
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
Before re-enrollment can take place, families must send a letter to the Nebraska Department of Education of intent to re-enroll their student. A letter of approval is needed to enroll your student in public school.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
NEVADA
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statute
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 7-18 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessment
English which will include reading, composition, and writing. As well as math, science, social studies, history, geography, economics, and government.
Assessments
No requirements for assessments
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Within 10 days of withdrawal or 30 days of residency a letter of intent (which was created by the Department of Education and available at local school districts in NV) must be submitted to the local superintendent this letter must include: child name, birthdate, and gender of child. The name and address of the parent who will be educating the child. Name and address of each parent filling out the form. Statement and date of each parent which states that they are in full control of the child’s education, as well as legally responsible for said education and assumes full responsibility for the education of the child. Provide an education plan that includes required subjects.
A letter of acknowledgement will be sent stating all areas of information have been met.
Attendance
No requirements
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
Students K-6 will be asked to take a placement test to determine placement. Middle school students will have their course work reviewed for placement. Students entering the 9th grade will have to take a placement test and have all course work for the 8th grade completed before moving to the 9th grade, this can be done by reaching out to local school districts to find out what those requirements are. Mid-way through high school students may have course work looked at for evaluation or a placement test may be taken. Families should be aware that some districts may not accept unaccredited institutions transcripts.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
Nevada $5,000 Fund
Established in 2015 the fund was never filled and thus became unoperational.
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statute
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students aged 6-18 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
Science, math, language, government, history, health, reading, writing, spelling, U.S. and New Hampshire constitutional history, art and music.
Assessments
Families must have their students annually assessed by the following a written evaluation by a certified teacher, a standard nationalized test, or an agreed upon evaluation between families and a participatory agency.
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Notice of intent must be filed with a “participating agency” before the school year begins or within five days of withdrawing a child from school. The notice must state: childs name, age, address, birth date.
A “participating agency” may be the following? Commissioner of Education, public school district superintendent, principal of a nonpublic school. It is advised to send notice to the public school district superintendent.
Attendance
No requirements to attendance records
State Records
A portfolio of student work, log of reading materials and evidence of child work such as writing samples/worksheets/and creative materials must be kept and maintained for two years.
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
Families must provide documentation to show your child has been progressing and submit it the school district for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
Other
Homeschool parents are eligible for $750 tax credit/voucher scholarship
NEW JERSEY
Schooling Options
Education Elsewhere
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 6-16 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
No requirements, however, instruction must be “academically equivalent” to public school.
Assessments
No requirements
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
No requirements
Attendance
No requirements
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are not eligible for testing or services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
Re-enrollment is at the district’s discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
NEW MEXICO
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statute
Teaching Qualifications
Instructor must have a high school diploma or GED
School Ages
Students ages 5-18 should be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
Reading, language arts, math, social studies, and science.
Assessments
No requirements for assessments
Immunization
Required unless religious exemption
Notification
Families must notify the state superintendent within 30 days of establishing homeschool. Before August 1st families must re-notify with the state superintendent of homeschool intent.
Attendance
No requirements
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
Students must receive 180 days of instruction with half day for kindergarten at 1.5 hrs per day or 450 hrs per year, grades 1-6 must have 5.5 hrs per day or 990 hrs per year, grades 7-12 must have 6 hrs per day or 1080 hrs per year.
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are not eligible for testing or services.
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
School board will determine the appropriate grade level for the student after parents send a written notice to the Secretary of Education of the internet to re-enroll their student in public school.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
NEW YORK
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statute
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 6-17 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessments
Required curriculum for grades 1st-6th are as follows: math, reading, spelling, writing, English, geography, United States history, science, health, music, art, physical education, bilingual education or English as a second language. For grades 7th-th English (2 unites), history, geography (2 units), science (2 units), math (2 units), physical education (regular basis), health education (regular basis), art (1.5 units), music (1.5 units), practical arts (regular basis), library skills (regular basis). For grades 9th-12th English (4 units), social studies (4 units) - which includes 1 unit of American history, 1.5 unit in participation in government, and 1.5 unit of economics, math (2 units), science (2 units), art/music (1 unit), health education (1.5 units), physical education (2 units), and 3 units of electives. From grades 1st -8th United States History/Constitution of the United States and New York State must be taught. Patriotism, citizenship, health education regarding alcohol, drug and tobacco misuse, highway safety and traffic regulations, including bicycle safety/fire-arson prevention must be covered during grades K-12th.
Assessments
Families must file an annual assessment and must be filed a 4th quarterly report. The assessment must be either: standardized testing or alternative evaluation. Parents must choose between lists of non-referenced achievement tests to be administered by school professional staff or at parents home with a certified teacher. Test will be deemed adequate if the student scores in the 33rd percentile and reflects academic growth. Alternative tests must consist of written narrative (only allowed to be used in grades 1st-3rd, every other year for grades 4th-8th). Person who prepares a written narrative must be a certified teacher in NY state. They will certify that the student has made adequate growth.
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Parents must submit an annual written notice of intent to the local superintendent by July 1st of each school year or within 14 days of beginning homeschool if pulled after July 1st. Within 10 days of notice the school district will send an Individualized Home Instruction Plan or IHIP for each student. Within 4 weeks of receiving the IHIP parents must submit the completed forms to the school district. If the IHIP does not fall into compliance there will be an appeal to amend. The IHIP must contain: childs name, age, grade level, list of syllabi, curriculum materials, textbooks, or plan of instruction to be used in each of the required subjects, dates, for the submission of quarterly reports, name of person providing instruction and name of any degree granting program child may be enrolled in full time.
Attendance
Accurate attendance records must be kept on file.
State Records
Parents must keep attendance records and file quarterly reports which will include number of hours of instructions during quarter, description of materials covered in each subject, grade or narrative evaluation in each subject, and a written explanation in the even that less than 80 percent of the amount of course materials as set forth in the IHIP planned for that quarter have been covered.
Days or Hours
Students must receive 180 days of instructions for grades 1st-6th meeting cumulative 900 hours and grades 7th-12th meeting cumulative 990 hours as well as 180 days of instruction.
Athletics
Students are not eligible to participate
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and services
Part-Time Enrollment
Students are not eligible for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
To re-enroll your student you will first register your child with the school they are to attend, provide records of homeschool instructions. School principal will determine grade level and place your child.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements. However, if your student would like to attend college in New York after being homeschooled they must provide proof of completion of high school education. In order to attend college they can show completion by: requesting a letter from the local district superintendent stating they have received an adequate education called at Letter of Substantial Equivalencey), obtain a high school equivalency diploma known as the TASC or by taking specific sequence of 24 credit classes at the a community college
NORTH CAROLINA
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statute
Teaching Qualifications
Must have highschool diploma
School Ages
Students ages 7-16 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
No curriculum requirements
Assessments
Students must take a nationally standardized test that covers English, grammar, reading, spelling and math. Testing must be done annually but there is no date that they must be done by. Testing scores must be available for one year if requested. Rather than do onsite visits the NCDNPE (North Carolina Department of Non-Public Education) randomly selects homeschool families that are in their 2nd,4th,7th, and 10th year of homeschool to attend a Record and Review Meeting at their local public center. Attendance is not mandatory, parents may send standardized test scores.
Immunization
Immunization is required
Notification
No notification is required, however, homeschool families must register their homeschool with the NCDNPE (North Carolina Department of Non-Public Education)
Attendance
No requirements for attendance records
State Records
Records of standardized tests must be kept on file for one year after they have been taken
Days or Hours
Must operate on a regular schedule with reasonable holidays and vacations during at least a 9 month calendar year
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
To re-enroll your student you must notify NCDNPE (North Carolina Department of Non-Public Education) with your intent to close your homeschool. Then you will need to contact the principal of the school you will be enrolling.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
NORTH DAKOTA
Schooling Options
- Homeschool Statute
- Homeschool as Private School
Teaching Qualifications
To teach under the homeschool statute adults must have a high school diploma or GED. To teach with as a private school teachers must be a certified North Dakota teacher.
School Ages
Students ages 7-16 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
Elementary/Middle: English language arts:reading, composition, creative writing, grammar, spelling, math, social studies: United States Constitution, United States history, geography, government, 4th/8th grades - North Dakota studies with emphasis on history/agriculture of North Dakota, science, agriculture, physical education and health: physiology, hygiene, disease control and the nature and effects of alcohol/tobacco/narcotics.
High School: English language arts: literature, composition, speech, math, science: biology, chemistry, physical science, social studies: U.S. history, civics, economics, concepts of personal finance, physical education and foreign languages or fine arts or career and technical education.
Assessments
There are no assessments for teaching with the homeschool statute, however, if using Homeschool as Private School - instruction must follow subjects taught in public school. Homeschool families with students grades 4th/6th/8th/10th must take standardized achievement tests annually. These are the tests used by the school district. If there is a philosophical, moral or religious objection to the standardized test and the parent is a licensed teacher, holds a bachelor's degree or has a passing score on the national teaching exam then testing is waived. Parents must notify the school district of objection when filing a statement of intent.
Immunization
Immunization is required
Notification
14 days before beginning homeschool parents must send a letter of intent to the local superintendent with student name, date of birth, address, qualifications of instructors, as well as a list of any public school course the child will be taking and extracurricular activities they will be participating in. A copy of immunization records must accompany the letter of intent as well as birth certificate copy or other proof of identity. Disabled students must also submit a copy of the child's diagnosis for services.
Attendance
Accurate records of attendance must be kept
State Records
Records must show an annual record of courses taken, progress and assessments for each child.
Days or Hours
Instruction must be 4 hours a day and take place on at least 175 days of each year. If using homeschool as a private school then instruction will need to take place for 180 days each year
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
To re-enroll in public school families must submit record keeping documents to the superintendent for placement.
Graduation
Local schools will issue a high school diploma. To qualify: description of course materials covered by high school subject, description of course objective and how they were met, transcripts of performance in grades 9th-12th, and reasonable proof deemed appropriate by the entity granting the diploma that shows your child has completed requirements for high school graduation.
OHIO
Schooling Options
- Homeschool Statute
- 08 Schools
a. Homeschooling as a non-chartered, non-tax-supported school
b. This is a school that holds religious beliefs for homeschooling
c. It is advised that families truly wanted to do this option should reach out ot HSLDA for assistance
Teaching Qualifications
Adults must hold a high school diploma or GED. If there is not one of these options then parents may instruct under the supervision of a person holding a college degree either until child test results demonstrate reasonable proficiency or until the parent obtains a diploma or GED. If teaching under 08 must have bachelors degree
School Ages
Students ages 6-18 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessments
Language, reading, spelling, writing, geography, history of the United States and Ohio, national state and local government, math, science, health, physical education, fine arts, including music, first aid, safety and fire prevention. These are required for both homeschool options.
Assessments
Homeschool Statute students must take any of the following annually (a) nationally standardized testing (b) written portfolio evaluation by a licensed/certified teacher. (c) alternative assessment agreed upon by the parent and the superintendent. Students learning under 08 do not need assessments
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Homeschool families must notify the local superintendent with the following: school year, name and address of parents, name and address of any individual who will be teaching required subjects if other than parent, birth dates of children, assurance that required subjects will be taught, outline of planned curriculum, list of books and other teaching materials. After completion the superintendent will issue the child an excuse of attenande from the school for one year.
08 families must submit a Notice to Parents form to the Department of Education by September 30th of each year. This form certifies that the school meets minimum requirements for non-chartered, non-taxed supported schools. The Department of Education keeps a list of such schools. Parents homeschooling under this option must also submit annual attendance records to the treasures of the local board of education so that they are aware of how many students in the district attend an 08 school.
Attendance
08 families must keep accurate attendance records.
State Records
Families teaching under 08 must keep records of attendance, however, families teaching with the homeschool statute do not need to keep records.
Days or Hours
Homeschooling families must provide 900 hours of instructions while 08 families must provide 182 days of instructions
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing but not services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
Re-enrollment is at the district’s discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
OKLAHOMA
Schooling Options
Education Elsewhere
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 5-18 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
No requirements
Assessments
No requirements
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
No requirements
Attendance
No requirements
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
Students must receive 180 days of instruction
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are not eligible for testing or services.
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
Students will need to take a standardized test to determine placement. Parents must provide proof of test to school district before re-enrolled.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
OREGON
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statute
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 6-18 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
No requirements
Assessments
Testing is done for grades 3rd/5th/8th/10th and completed no later than August 15th. First test for students who are withdrawn should take place no laters than 18 months after being pulled from public school. A neutral person selected by a parent or guardian from a state-maintained list of qualified persons must administer the test. The test is selected from a list of approved comprehensive exams. Parents must pay for testing, the person administering the test must score it and provide results to the parent or guardian. These scores must be submitted to the Education Service District.
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Parents must register their child with their local Education Service District. Giving the child's name, address, date of birth, school they last attended and parents names as well as address. Registration is not annual but is required when a child reaches age for compulsory attendance is withdrawn from public school and must be done 10 days before being pulled.
Attendance
No requirements
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
Re-enrollment is at the district’s discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
PENNSYLVANIA
Schooling Options
- Homeschool Statute
- Homeschool with Private tutor
- Satellite of religious day school
- Satellite of an accredited day or boarding school
Teaching Qualifications
Each schooling option has different requirements for teaching qualifications. Below are the different requirements:
- Teaching with the homeschool statute parents or supervisors must have a high school diploma.
- Teaching with a private tutor the tutor must be a certified teacher within the commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Teaching with a satellite religious day school teacher must be a certified teacher within the commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Teaching with an accredited day or boarding school teaching must be a certified teacher within the commonwealth of Pennsylvania
*All adults must not not have been convicted of criminal enumeration in subsection of 111 in the past 5 years.
School Ages
Students ages 6-18 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessments
The following are required curriculum requirements for those teaching under the homeschool statute. Instruction must be in English. For grades K-6th the following must be taught: English: reading, spelling, writing, math, civics, History: United States, Pennsylvania, health and physiology, physical education, music, art, geography, science, safety education (includes danger and
prevention of fires) For grades 7th-12th the following must be taught: English: language, literature, speech, composition, math: general, algebra, geometry, social studies: civics, History: United States, Pennsylvania, World, health, physical education, music, art, geography, science, safety education (includes danger and prevention of fires)
*If NOT homeschooling under the Homeschool Statue then certified teacher must provide teaching that would traditionally be found in public school
Assessments
If homeschooling under Homeschool Statue In grades 3rd/5th/8th students must take nationally normed standardized achievement tests. A written evaluation of the students progress must be created each year based on an interview of the child and review of the portfolio. Evaluation must be conducted by a state certified teacher, licensed clinical or school psychologist. This must be done by June 30th at the end of each school year If teaching under a private tutor there are no requirements for assessments. If teaching under a religious satellite there are no requirements for assessments. If teaching under satellite boarding school there are no requirements for assessments.
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Parents/guardians must submit yearly affidavits to the local superintendent by August 1st of each school year. The affidavit must contain: name of parent/guardian, name and age of each child, address and telephone number, assurance that subjects will be taught in English, outline of proposed objectives by subject area, immunization records, medical records, assurance that the homeschool education program will comply with the law, certification signed by parent/guardian that all adults living in the home and persona having legal custody of the child or children have not been convicted of the criminal offenses enumerated in subsection (e) of section 111 within 5 years. If teaching with a private tutor families must also submit teaching certification. If teaching
with a religious day school families must also submit if the school is a nonprofit organization, and if immunizations are waived for religious reasons. If teaching with an accredited day or boarding school families must also assure that the boarding school is accredited by an accrediting association approved by the State Board of Education.
Attendance
Accurate attendance must be kept
State Records
A portfolio must be maintained with the following: a log contemporaneously with the instructions, titles of reading materials, samples of writings, worksheets, workbooks or creative materials used or developed by the student/s. Results of standardized tests and the annual written evaluation of students' educational progress.
Days or Hours
Elementary students must complete 180 days and 900 hours of instruction. Secondary students must complete 180 days and 990 hours of instruction.
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and service
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
Re-enrollment is at the district’s discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
In order to graduate students must prove: 4 credits of English, 3 credits of math, 3 credits of science, 3 credits of social studies, and 2 credits of art and humanities. These will be produced in an affidavit as well as have a complete evaluation in year 12 by an approved evaluator. After all of these criteria have been met the diploma given by Pennsylvania Department of Education.
RHODE ISLAND
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statute
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 6-18 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
Reading, writing, geography, math, United States history, history of Rhode Island, and American government.All instruction must be in English.
Assessments
Evaluations will be conducted to determine that learning is taking place. Evaluations will be conducted by a certified individual. Contact your local school district for more information.
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Must submit a letter of intent to the local school committee and get approval from the committee. In order to get approval the parent must also present a proposed homeschool
program.
Attendance/State Records
Accurate attendance must be kept on file
State Records
Curriculum lesson plans, samples of yearly work as well as standardized tests if applicable must be kept on file as well as attendance records.
Days or Hours
Days and hours must be equal to that required by law in public schools
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
Notify your local school district committee that your child/ren will be returning to school. Each school will have different requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be given to determine placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
SOUTH CAROLINA
Schooling Options
- District Board of Trustees
- South Carolina Association of Independent Home Schools
- Other Home School Association
Teaching Qualifications
Parents/guardians must have a highschool diploma or GED
School Ages
Students ages 5-17 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
For all homeschool choices the following are required subjects: reading, writing, math, science, social studies, and in grades 7-12 the addition of composition and literature must be included.
Assessments
If homeschooling with the District Board of Trustees students must be tested annually with the same Basic Skills Assessment Program used in public schools. This test must be administered by a certified school district employee. Parents are responsible for paying for tests. If testing with the South Carolina Association of Independent Home School or Other Home School Association does not require assessments.
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Families must notify the district board of trustees for approval of homeschool inventions. The presentation must have a description of the program, materials/texts, and place where instruction will take place. For both the South Carolina Association of Independent Home Schools and Other Home School Association families need to notify the representative school district their child would be enrolled in by January 13th of each year should report the number of students and grade levels to be taught to the childs/rens respective school districts.
Attendance
Accurate attendance records must be kept.
State Records
If homeschooling under the District Board of Trustees a plan book must be kept on file or any other kind of record indicating subjects taught and activities in which the student and parent engage. A portfolio of samples of students' academic work as well as evaluations of students academic progress.
If homeschooling under South Carolina Association of Independent Home Schools no bookkeeping required
If homeschooling under Other Home School Association a plan book must be kept on file or any other kind of record indicating subjects taught and activities in which the student and parent engage. A portfolio of samples of students' academic work as well as evaluations of students academic progress.
Days or Hours
Students must have 180 days of instruction with lessons taking place for 4.5 hours a day.
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
Re-enrollment is at the district’s discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
For graduation there are a few options depending on the homeschool options you have chosen: Option 1 - testing and curriculum are regulated by the school district but the district does not provide diplomas. Parents are required to determine if the student has met qualification for graduation. Option 2 - South Carolina Association of Independent Home Schools offers a track for students to follow for graduation dependent on their post-secondary educational goals. South Carolina Association of Independent Home Schools provided diploma upon completion. Option 3 - Can graduate when parents deem appropriate.
SOUTH DAKOTA
Schooling Options
Alternative Instruction
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements, however, there is a limit on the number of children that can be taught by one adult. Families cannot instruct more than 22 children at a time.
School Ages
Students ages 5-18 must be enrolled in a program.
Curriculum Requirements
Basic skills of language arts and math
Assessments
For grades 2nd/4th/8th/11th must take a nationally standardized achievement test of basic skills. Must be provided by the state and administered by the local school district. Test scores must be kept on file for each student's districts for residence.
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Parents must submit an annual application for excuse from school attendance on standard form that is provided by the Department of Education. Application must be notarized and signed by two witnesses and must indicate teachers name, place of instruction, description of basic skills taught. This notice is valid for one year. Parents must provide a birth certificate along with the request.
Attendance
Attendance records are not required to be kept, but it is advised to maintain records for personal files.
State Records
Families must keep birth certificate on file, but no other paperwork must be maintained.
Days or Hours
Equivalent period of time as public school
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are not eligible for testing or services.
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
Students wanting to re-enroll in public school have the option to utilize the credit-by-exam which offers the students a chance to “test out” of classes. This also shows the district where the students are in the mastery of the subject for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
TENNESSEE
Schooling Options
- Independent Homeschool
- Registered with Church-Related Umbrella School
- Enrolled in an accredited OnlineSchool
Teaching Qualifications
Each schooling option has different requirements for teaching qualifications. Below are the requirements for each schooling option:
- If teaching as an independent homeschool a high school diploma or GED
- If teaching with a church-related umbrella school a high school diploma, GED or if parent does not have either church school may waive the requirement
- If enrolled in an accredited online school the school will determines teaching requirements
School Ages
Students ages 6-17 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
There are no state requirements for curriculum teaching as an independent homeschool. If teaching under the other options the affiliated institution will determine curriculum.
Assessments
Each homeschooling option has different requirements for assessments. Below are the requirements for each homeschooling option:
- If homeschooling under an independent homeschool assessments will be done at the end of the 5th, 7th and 9th grades. These tests will be standardized national tests. The scores will be submitted to parents, the director of schools and board of education.
- If teaching as a church-related umbrella school will administer standardized tests at appropriate times.
- If teaching with an accredited online learning school assessments will be determined by the school.
Immunization
Immunization is required.
Notification
Each homeschool option has different requirements for notification. Below are each schooling options requirements:
- For independent homeschooling parents must file an annual notice of intent with the director of schools with basic data included as well as hours of the proposed school with function and the qualifications of the teacher.
- If teaching under a church-related umbrella school parents must enroll their children in a church related school then will report basic information to the director of schools of the public school system.
- For teaching with an accredited online learning program parents must enroll their children in an accredited private school which will then report basic information to the school district
Attendance/State Records
Accurate attendance records must be kept for all homeschooling options.
State Records
Attendance records for all schooling options must be kept on file. For independent homeschool immunization records must be kept as well. For a church-related umbrella and accredited online learning the school may request more files be kept. Be sure to check in with the school to learn the required files needed for your family to maintain.
Days or Hours
For both independent homeschooling and church-related umbrella students must have instruction for 180 days. Days and hours for accredited online learning will be determined by school.
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing but not services. If you are enrolled in a church related school or distance learning program then you are eligible for testing and services.
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
When re-enrolling students back into public school the principal will determine the placement of the child.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements if schooling under independent homeschool. For both teaching under church-related umbrella or accredited online learning the schools will determine the graduation requirements.
TEXAS
Schooling Options
Private School
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 6-18 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
Good citizenship, math, reading, spelling, and grammar
Assessments
No requirements
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
No requirements
Attendance/State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for both testing and services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
While no records are required, keeping a portfolio of child's work will help for re-enrollment into public school. District will determine placement and if assessment tests are required.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements. However, since there is little oversight on homeschooling keeping records will help with secondary education should your child choose it.
UTAH
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statute
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 6-18 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
No requirements
Assessments
No requirements
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
A notarized affidavit must be submitted to your local school board each year you are homeschooling. This must contain a statement that your child will be attending homeschool and parents assume sole responsibility for the education of the student.
You will then receive an excuse certificate that acknowledges your child is in a homeschool program.
Attendance
No requirements
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Students are eligible once parents show student has met academic requirements to participate determined by district
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
Re-enrollment is at the district’s discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Students will need to obtain a GED in order to receive a Utah high school diploma
VERMONT
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statute
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 6-16 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
Reading, writing, use of numbers, citizenship, history, government (both United States and Vermont), physical education, comprehensive health education: effects of tobacco, alcoholic drinks, drugs, American and other literature, English, natural science and basic communication skills.
Assessments
An annual assessment in each area of study is required. There are three choices for assessment: (a) portfolio review with a state certified teacher, (b) report prepared by parents and accompanied by a portfolio of student work submitted to the Agency of Education, (c) a teacher advisory service report from a publisher of a commercial curriculum and portfolio. This is a graded
report card from a commercial curriculum or (d) standardized achievement test approved by the Agency of Education and administered in a way approved by the testing company. Test results submitted to the Agency of Education
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Written notice (Home Study Enrollment 1. 1. Notice form) must be submitted to the Secretary of Education for each child being homeschooled. This notice must be submitted by May 1st for the current year, but notice may be submitted as early as March 1st, they must be postmarked no later than August 1st. You can submit electronically online (https://www.cognitoforms.com/Vermont
AgencyOfEducation/HomeStudyEnrollmentForms), by email to [email protected] or manually print the form (https://education.vermont.gov/vermont-schools/school-operations/home-study/paper-forms-for-homestudy-enrollment). Once you’ve submitted your form the Home Study office has 14 days to review your form. You will then receive a letter indicating whether your packet was complete or incomplete. The forms must also include: (a) mini course study, (b) must be signed by both parents, (c) independent Professional Evidence Reporting Form, (d) this is a form completed by a health care professional.
Attendance/State Records
No requirements
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are not eligible for testing or services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
To re-enroll 7 days before enrollment to public school parents must notify the Secretary of Education. An end of year assessment is required to be completed to finalize the students home study. Placement will be at district discretion.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
VIRGINIA
Schooling Options
- Homeschooling Under Home Instruction Option
- Homeschooling with Religious Exemption
- Homeschooling with Certified Tutor
Teaching Qualifications
Homeschooling with a certified tutor is the only schooling option that requires a certified teacher.
School Ages
Students ages 5-18 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements
No requirements
Assessments
There are no assessments if you are homeschooling for with religious exemption or with a certified tutor. If you are homeschooling under home instruction option then you will need to provide the districts superintendent a copy of either the students standardized test scores, evaluation that is deemed proof of educational growth which had been done by a licensed teacher or individual with a masters degree or higher, report card or transcript from an institution of higher education. This must be turned in by August 1st.
Students should show educational growth of 23% each year.
Immunization
Immunization is required and documentation must be available upon request.
Notification
By August 15th a notice must be submitted to the district superintendent with a list of subjects to be studied, evidence that the parent is capable of teaching along with basic information for the student. If you are teaching under religious exemption then parents must obtain a religious exemption form from the district superintendent. This must be a bona fide religious objection. A one time notice to the district superintendent verifying that the parent is a certified or stating that the parent will be tutoring their child.
Attendance
Accurate attendance records must be kept
State Records
Families must keep immunization records on file.
Days or Hours
Unless teaching under religious exemption students must have 180 days of instruction with 990 hours of learning.
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are not eligible for testing or services.
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
Re-enrollment is at the district’s discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
WASHINGTON
Schooling Options
- Homeschool Statute
- Umbrella School
Teaching Qualifications
To homeschool under homeschool statute parents must meet one of these four qualifications: (a) instruct their child only and supervised by a certified person, (b) hold a certain number of college credits, (c) complete a home based study at college or vocational institution, and (d) be deemed sufficiently qualify to provide home based instruction by superintendent of local school
district
To homeschool under the umbrella school parents must teach under supervision of an employee of the approved private school. Certified person must spend a minimum of one contract hour per week with students under their supervision. This person shall not supervise more than 30 students
School Ages
Students ages 8-17 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessments
Science, math, language, social studies, history, health, reading, spelling, development of an appreciation of art and music.
If teaching under umbrella school you will need to ensure that these are being taught in a way to meet the state board requirements
Assessments
If teaching under homeschool statute students will need annual assessments. These can be done in two ways: have students take standardized tests approved by the state board of education and administered by a qualified person or have an assessment of the students academic progress written by a certified person. These tests are not required to be submitted but
required to remain on parents files
If teaching under an umbrella school each student's progress will be evaluated by a certified person.
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Homeschool statue families must submit an annual declaration of intent with basic information such as name, date of birth, address. Families will also specify if the person teaching is qualified. This must be submitted by September 15th by each parent or within two week of homeschool instruction is to begin. Umbrella families must enroll children in extension program of an approved
private school
Attendance
Accurate attendance must be kept
State Records
Homeschool statue families will need to maintain records of assessments, academic works as well as immunization records. These are permanent records. Certified person maintains records but they are kept on file by parent or guardian
Days or Hours
Kindergarten students must attend 180 days with 450 hours of instruction. Students grades 1st-12th must attend 180 days with 1,000 hours of instruction.
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing but not services, however, umbrella families qualify for testing and services.
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
Re-enrollment is at the district’s discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
WEST VIRGINIA
Schooling Options
- Approval
- Notice
Teaching Qualifications
Judgment of qualifications is done by the county superintendent and county board if teaching under approval. If teaching under notice a high school diploma or GED
School Ages
Students ages 6-17 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessments
For families homeschooling under approval the school board will determine subjects. For families teaching under notice they must assure that students will be taught: reading, language, math, science, social studies
Assessments
For families teaching under approval the school board will determine assessments and if they are needed.
For families teaching under notice must test students at grades 3rd/5th/8th/11th they can be assessed in four different ways:
a. A standardized test administered in the following subjects: reading, math, language, science, social studies. Must score in the 23% to show academic progress
b. Participate in public school testing program
c. A portfolio evaluation by certified teacher, teacher will review work and determine if student is progressing
d. A mutual agreed upon alternative assessment
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
If teaching under approval parents must seek approval from the school board. The process to do so is at the discretion of the school board. Contact your local school board to learn the requirements needed to begin homeschooling. If homeschooling under notice parents must provide a one time notice of intent to the county superintendent. This must include basic information of the student but also an assurance that the child will be instructed and assessed annually. Families must provide proof of high school diploma or GED for adults providing instruction.
Attendance/State Records
Accurate attendance must be kept
State Records
Records must be kept on file for 3 years. These records include attendance, courses studied, and materials.
Days or Hours
If teaching under approval students must meet 180 days of instruction. Teaching under notice there are no requirements.
Athletics
Students are not eligible to participate
Disabilities
Students are eligible for testing and services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment/Graduation
Re-enrollment is at the district’s discretion. Reach out to your local school district for requirements for enrollment. Assessments may be taken into account for placement.
Graduation
For graduation students must complete a Five Year Academic/Career Plan which is also referred to as a Personalized Education Plan. This must be submitted to the school board for graduation approval.
WISCONSIN
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statute
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ages 6 -18 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessments
Reading, language arts, math, social studies, science and math
Assessments
No requirements
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
By October 15th of each year notice must be sent to the Department of Public Instruction of the number of students enrolled in homeschool. They must affirm educational program compliance.
Attendance
No requirements, but it is advised to maintain records to prove program compliance
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
Students must receive 875 hours of instruction of each year.
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Student are not eligible for testing or services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
To re-enroll you will first need to contact the school you are enrolling in and ask their enrollment policy. If you are mid year for enrollment you will have two options for enrollment: change your enrollment numbers for your homeschool or call or write your school management service team and alert them of the fact that your child will no longer be homeschooled
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
WYOMING
Schooling Options
Homeschool Statute
Teaching Qualifications
No requirements
School Ages
Students ags 7-16 must be enrolled in a program
Curriculum Requirements/Assessments
Reading, writing, math, civics, history,literature, and science
Assessments
No requirements
Immunization
No requirements
Notification
Each year curriculum for homeschooling must be submitted to the local school board of trustees in order to demonstrate compliance with the basic academic educational program requirements
Attendance
No requirements
State Records
No requirements
Days or Hours
No requirements
Athletics
Students are allowed to participate in athletics at the district’s discretion of eligibility.
Disabilities
Students are not eligible for testing or services
Part-Time Enrollment
Districts will determine eligibility for part-time enrollment.
Re-Enrollment
For re-enrollment contact local school district administrative personnel and they will guide you through the process.
Graduation
Parents will determine if students have met graduation requirements.
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