May 15 2008
Do I Have to Send My Child to School?
States require that all children be educated. However, there is no requirement that all children must attend public school. Some children attend private schools and some children are homeschooled.
If you are interested in teaching your child at home then you may do so. However, you need to be aware that different states have different legal requirements for parents who homeschool. Some states such as Connecticut and Texas do not require parents to initiate any contact with the school district. Other states have more stringent requirements. For example, Massachusetts and New York require not only notification but also require the parent to explain the curriculum and provide test results.
If you are interested in homeschooling then it is a good idea to keep good records regarding your child’s education. That way if child services or a school district were ever to question whether or not your child was being educated, you could provide proof.
For more information regarding homeschooling laws please visit: http://www.hslda.org/laws/default.asp.
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