Indeed, we get it. Of course, it can be scary getting it all straight, and we understand no one wants to break homeschooling laws. While homeschooling is legal in all 50 states each state has its own specific state homeschooling regulations. In fact, this is a very important first step in beginning to homeschool. Which is why we’ve included a handy table of each state’s DOE webpage regarding homeschool.
Homeschool Laws by State
Again, please note that often a state will create guidelines for homeschooling that are not always carried out and enforced at the local level. In the following chart, we’ve included what the state has listed in writing on that state’s DOE website.
However, your local school district may or may not enforce these guidelines. Indeed, this does tend to cause confusion. In fact, this is why it is important to understand what your state requires from you as a homeschooling family. However, when in doubt give your local district a call or reach out to a local homeschool group. Also, if you feel that your state or local school district is requiring something that they don’t need to there are homeschool legal defense associations that will step in and help you maintain your rights.
Please click the state link in the table below to visit the official state page describing their homeschool laws.
