by Rita Onyx
This is meant to be a summary and NOT legal advice. It is your responsibility to interpret and understand the laws that you will be homeschooling under.
Homeschooling is becoming increasingly popular. Just in the last years alone, homeschooling rose up by 700%. What was once seen as old-fashioned and outdated is now a modern way to educate the next generation.
There are many benefits to homeschooling; it gives parents freedom in choosing the curriculums and subjects their children learn. Remote learning also ensures their children are kept safe, away from potential dangers like bullying or viruses in public schools. It’s a win-win situation.
Thinking of homeschooling your children too? Then follow this quick guide on how to homeschool your children if you live in Idaho. Know the Idaho homeschool state laws and regulations in your state so you can homeschool properly.
Quick Facts:
- There is one way to homeschool which is under the Homeschool Statute
- Children between 7-16 of age must be in school
- You DO NOT need to notify your local school district
- There are NO teacher qualifications
- There ARE state mandated subjects
- There are NO required assessments or testing
- There are NO immunization requirements
How to Homeschool Under the Homeschool Statute
- Choose an instructor which could be a parent, relative, or unrelated person
- Include the mandated subjects that are commonly and usually taught in public school which should include:
a) Math
b) Language arts
c) Science
d) Social studies
Helpful links:
https://www.sde.idaho.gov/school-choice/home-school/
https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/idaho.html
Contact Information–State and Federal Departments of Education
- Idaho State Department of Education
650 West State Street
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0027
Phone: (208) 332-6800
Toll-Free: (800) 432-4601
Fax: (208) 334-2228
Website: http://www.sde.idaho.gov/
- U.S. Department of Education, Idaho