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Special-Needs Services and Homeschoolers

November 23, 2011

Q. Is my homeschooler eligible for speech therapy through a public school? A. Although school districts are not obligated to provide special-needs services for

Religious Exemption and Driver’s Licenses

November 2, 2011

Q. We are homeschooling for religious reasons, and my teen wants to get a driver’s license. The DMV says I need a letter. What

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IDEA and Child Find Memos

October 26, 2011

Q. I received a memo stating, “Federal and state law requires that school divisions locate, identify, and evaluate all private and homeschooled children in

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SOLs and Homeschoolers

October 6, 2011

Q. What are the Standards of Learning (SOL) requirements for homeschoolers? A. A homeschool curriculum does not have to comply with the Virginia Standards

AP Courses and Tests

September 28, 2011

AP Courses and Tests Q. Does a high school student have to take an AP course before taking an AP exam? A. No, the

Ages for Field Trips

September 20, 2011

Q. I’m new to homeschooling and am looking for activities for my high school student. What is the age range for the field trips

Beginning After the Deadline

August 30, 2011

Beginning After the Deadline Q. Can I begin homeschooling now, even though it’s past the August deadline? A. Yes, according to the homeschool statute.