Homeschooling in washington So you want to homeschool in Washington State. Good news. It’s fairly easy and straightforward. There are a few laws to adhere to but they are simple and there are lots of tools to help to keep you on track. We started homeschooling our daughter when she was five years old. I did basic research on what…
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Homeschooling in oregon I LOVE Oregon! I was born and raised in the Portland, Oregon area and have stayed here with my husband to raise and homeschool our six children. We so enjoy the Northwest and, Lord willing, will never move away from here! Are you a homeschooling family considering moving to Oregon? Or perhaps just making a visit and want…
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HOMESCHOOLING IN CONNECTICUT HOME EDUCATION IS THE DEFAULT MODE OF INSTRUCTION Connecticut is blessed because, as one of the original colonies, its homeschooling law dates back to 1650, before public schools. The first line of the governing statute, Section 10-184, provides that the responsibility for education lies with parents, who “shall bring them up in some lawful and honest employment…
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Homeschooling In Virginia Virginia has more than 40,000 homeschoolers and the number is growing every year. Thanks to Home Educators Association of Virginia and other organizations, Virginia homeschooling families have an active presence in the state legislature. Home educating families have three ways to homeschool in the commonwealth: File a Notice of Intent under a Home Instruction Statute (the most…
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Homeschooling in Illinois Homeschooling In Illinois is an amazing opportunity for your family. Illinois is a great state in which to home school! I have been homeschooling for 17 years now and we have always lived in Illinois. Over the years, we have seen support groups come and go, slight changes to the law (the compulsory school age is now…
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Homeschooling in Idaho What’s Required? Idaho requires that kids between the ages of 7 and 16 years old receive education. Idaho code states that instruction shall be “in subjects commonly and usually taught in the public schools.” The law does not specify how or to what degree these subjects should be achieved. Parents and guardians are permitted to educate their…
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Homeschooling in North Carolina Homeschooling has never been bigger in North Carolina! There are currently more homeschooled students than there are children registered in private schools. This is, in part, because NC is considered a homeschool-friendly state. Often, families move here for the benefit of easy legal compliance and the robust community. Begin by knowing the law The oversight of…
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Homeschooling in tennessee Homeschooling in Tennessee is fairly simple. I didn’t always feel this way though. We moved to Tennessee from a super easy state so the few regulations in Tennessee felt like a lot initially. We’ve homeschooled in Tennessee for four years now without any hiccups. If you’re new to Tennessee, don’t be overwhelmed by the few regulations. Laws…
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Homeschooling In maine Right now, homeschooling in Maine is not that hard. I say right now. If you are interested in seeing what is going on at this moment with homeschooling in Maine I highly suggest your read This Article from the HSLDA. Requirements to Homeschool in Maine: In Maine, you are required to notify the school district and state that you…
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Homeschooling in Arizona Arizona is a great state in which to homeschool. This low-regulation state offers tremendous freedom for families and a vibrant, active homeschool community providing many opportunities for friendship, support, and enrichment activities. Homeschooling in Arizona is legally defined in state statute as nonpublic instruction provided primarily by the parent or guardian or nonpublic instruction provided in the…
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