Inspired by his older siblings, this homeschooled 10th grader started taking college-level sign language courses. But he is doing more than acquiring knowledge—he is making connections with people in the Deaf community and learning how he can help.

Hannah was excited about the chance to advance in her new career. Then officials said her transcripts and diploma disqualified her from a program she needed for her job.

A homeschool graduate was told his high school diploma wasn’t good enough, and that he needed a GED to apply for a job with the sheriff’s department. Then two sheriffs got involved.

Citing COVID-19 concerns, a growing number of public school districts are refusing to allow outside students—including homeschoolers—to take exams such as the PSAT. HSLDA is advocating for equal access.