Virtual School vs. Homeschool
April 21, 2013
Virtual School vs Homeschool Q. I’m confused. Can you tell me the difference between a virtual school offered by the public schools and a
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Virtual School vs Homeschool Q. I’m confused. Can you tell me the difference between a virtual school offered by the public schools and a
Q. What parts of a standardized achievement test should my child take in order to satisfy the testing requirement? A. The law requires a
Q. Where do I send the results of a standardized achievement test or evaluation? A. If you complied with the homeschool law 22.1-254.1 by
Q. Can I evaluate my child’s portfolio and send the evaluation letter to the superintendent? A. A portfolio is not mentioned in the homeschool
Q. Where can I get a homeschool ID card to use for educator discounts at stores? A. Your HEAV membership card can be used
Q. Does a GED qualify as a high school diploma for option (i) of the homeschool law? A. A GED is not accepted as
Testing If Beginning Mid-Year Q. I just started homeschooling. Am I required to send test scores to the superintendent by August 1? A. Yes,
Q. If my child goes back to public school, can I take her out and homeschool her again if it doesn’t work out? What
Q. I have a child who needs help with reading comprehension. Can I have him tested through the public schools? A. Public schools will
Q: A friend told me that testing must be done by a certified teacher. Does it have to be a Virginia certified teacher? A:
Q. I never thought I’d be asking this question, but what should I do if I want to begin homeschooling now? I know I’ve
Q. What is the difference between “homeschooling” and “homebound instruction”? A. Homeschooling means you, the parent, are responsible for the education of your child.
