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Child Labor and Work Permit Laws in California
Here’s what you should know about California’s child labor laws and work permit requirements.
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Summary of Colorado Independent School Law
As an alternative to the homeschool statute, many Colorado families have enrolled their children in an independent or satellite school while teaching them at home. This article offers a detailed explanation of the independent school laws that apply.
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Homeschooling in Maryland under a “Church Umbrella”
Interested in homeschooling in Maryland? Click here to learn about one of your options, the “church umbrella” method!
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COVID-19: Has Annual Testing for Homeschoolers Changed?
Continue to comply with the legal requirements set by state law for assessments, but use the flexibility the law allows.
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Baltimore: “Homeschooling Starts in Public School.” ?!?
A family newly arrived in Maryland notified their school district that they were homeschooling. They were flummoxed by the district’s response.
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El Salvador
Legal status and resources on homeschooling in El Salvador
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Aruba
Legal status and resources on homeschooling in Aruba.
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Ohio 08 School Forms
If you choose to homeschool as a non-chartered, non-tax supported ("08") school in Ohio, you can use the forms below to keep and report the required records.
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Virginia Certified Tutor Letter
Virginia residents may fill out this letter and mail it "CERTIFIED MAIL/RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED" to the superintendent of your school district by August 15 of each year.
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Virginia Religious Exemption Memo
HSLDA members who would like to learn more about the religious exemption legislation in Virginia may read this memo from our attorneys.
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Iowa PSEO Form
If you would like to enroll your student in a Post-Secondary Enrollment Option class in the state of Iowa, you may use the template below.
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Maine Department of Education Waives State Filing for Homeschoolers
The Maine Department of Education has waived the requirement that families file their homeschool paperwork with the state. But an explanation of the decision and how it affects families is warranted.
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How to Comply with North Carolina’s Homeschool Law
Are you considering homeschooling your child? You can do it! As you get started, it’s important to make sure you comply with the education laws where you live. This page helps you understand how to homeschool legally in North Carolina—step-by-step.
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COVID-19 Relief Act: What’s In It For Homeschoolers?
As part of a massive relief bill passed in March, Congress appropriated billions of dollars to help with education. Homeschoolers qualify for some of this aid, but there may be strings attached.
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Virginia Assessment Waiver Finalized!
Virginia families homeschooling under the notice of intent option have had end-of-year assessments waived for the 2019-2020 school year.
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Annual Homeschool Assessments Waived for This Year
New Hampshire Commissioner of Education Frank Edelblut has issued a “Waiver of Annual Educational Evaluation of Home Education Programs.”
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Vermont Legal Analysis
A detailed analysis of Vermont’s homeschool law.
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How to Comply with Illinois’ Homeschool Law
Are you considering homeschooling your child? You can do it! As you get started, it’s important to make sure you comply with the education laws where you live. This page helps you understand how to homeschool legally in Illinois—step-by-step.
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