Category: Homeschool Q&A

Standardized Tests for End-of-Year Homeschooling

February 28, 2021

Q. How do I know if a particular test complies with end-of-year testing requirements? A. I know testing can be intimidating and confusing, but

Moving Districts and Homeschooling

January 19, 2021

Moving Districts and Homeschooling Q. What must I do when I move from one district to another while homeschooling in Virginia? A. Moving districts

Homeschool Transcript Electives

September 7, 2020

Q. My daughter takes piano lessons and is starting ninth grade this year. Do piano lessons count toward an elective on her homeschool transcript?

Notice of Intent (NOI)

July 10, 2020

Filing the Notice of Intent Form According to §22.1-254.1 (A), a parent must submit a Notice of Intent (shown below) or personal letter to the

Right Way to File a Notice of Intent

June 2, 2020

Notice of Intent Q. My school district sent a link to their Notice of Intent form and said I must provide a Notice of

Taxes and Homeschooling

March 6, 2019

On my tax return, can I claim my homeschool educational expenses as a deduction? A. Unfortunately, homeschool parents may NOT take the Educator Expense

Senior Homeschool Transcript

February 13, 2019

Q. My daughter is a high school senior, graduating this May. How should I reflect the grades for her classes this year since they

Homeschooling Mid-Year: Starting Immediately

February 4, 2019

Q. How do I withdraw my child from public school and begin homeschooling during the school year? A. The Virginia homeschool law provides a

Homeschool Hour and Day Requirements

November 7, 2018

Q. Are homeschool hours and days requirements the same as those followed by public schools? A. The compulsory attendance laws in §22.1-254 (A) say

Homeschool Co-ops

August 15, 2018

Q. I was interested in part-time enrollment for my elementary school child, but my district doesn’t allow it. What other options do I have

Notice of Intent with Questions

July 31, 2018

Q. My superintendent sent a Notice of Intent form and reminder letter with lots of additional requirements. What should I do? A. Some school

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