Q. I’m overwhelmed with negative comments and criticism from a close family member who does not support our decision to homeschool. How should I
Q. Does my letter of intent need to be postmarked by August 15 or physically in my superintendent’s office by August 15th? A. Your
Q. How do I place my child at the correct grade level for the upcoming year? Can I use an achievement test? A. Correct
By Vicki Bentley You had a wonderful plan this fall for a well-rounded education, envisioning academic excellence and character development in your smiling, well-adjusted
Q. Do I have to send my diploma each year with my Notice of Intent since the superintendent should have it on file from
Q. I have a homeschool diploma signed by my parents. Can I use it for option (i) to homeschool my own children, or does
Q. I’m in a panic! My student has been testing low and scored below the 23rd percentile on one section of a standardized test.
Q. As a certified tutor, am I required to send in standardized test scores? A. It depends on how you have complied with the
Q. If we have legal custody of a family member, can we homeschool the child? A. If you are the legal guardian of a child, you may
Q: How long are you required to keep your child’s schoolwork? A: The Virginia homeschool law does NOT require you to keep school work
Q. What are stanines, percentiles, and grade equivalent scores? A. STANINE SCORES Stanine is short for standard nine. A stanine score ranges from a low of
Verified Credits Q. Are “verified credits” necessary (or recommended for college entrance) for a homeschool high school transcript. Would dual-enrollment courses in a community college