Understanding How Homeschool Laws Vary by State

Whenever you choose to homeschool your children you will discover that the rules in regard to it will vary depending upon which state you live in. This is why you will need to learn what your state's rules and regulations are before you ever get started.

Liberal States

You will find that there are some states that don't even want to know of your plans to homeschool. All your children need to do is have 180 days of education. These states include New Jersey, Connecticut, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, Alaska and Idaho.

Semi-Liberal States

Some states simply want to know that you will be homeschooling your children. These states include Delaware, Mississippi, Alabama, Kentucky, Wisconsin, Nebraska, New Mexico, Kansas, Arizona, Utah, California, Nevada, Wyoming and Montana.

Slightly Strict States

There are some homeschool states that not only want notification but they want students tested and evaluated each year. They include New Hampshire, Maine, Oregon, Washington, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Hawaii, Ohio, Tennessee, Louisiana, Arizona, Maryland, District of Columbia, Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota and Colorado.

Very Strict States

There are some states that have really strict laws in regards to homeschooling. Not only do they want to know that you plan to homeschool, they also want to know what you plan to teach and then, at the end of the year, they want to see how it has been taught. These states include Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Massachusetts and North Dakota.