what are the requirements for teaching home school in the state of georgia?
Teresa B asked:
my nephew wants to be home schooled in the state of georia and we need to find out how much schooling does his mom need to do this.
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my nephew wants to be home schooled in the state of georia and we need to find out how much schooling does his mom need to do this.
December 30th, 2009 at 5:40 pm
I’m guessing some kind of structure (derelict shed, abandoned van, half collapsed billboard) and whiskey. Lots and lots of whiskey. Dr.Cool
January 2nd, 2010 at 3:41 pm
Go to the HSLDA site to find a quick overview of the laws and links to state HS organizations:
However, HSLDA may only list those state/local organizations affiliated with them. I would do a ‘net search for “homeschooling in Georgia”.
Here is what the site says for GA:
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Legal Option: Establish and conduct a home study program
Attendance: 180 days per year, 4 1/2 hours per day
Subjects: Reading, language arts, math, social studies, and science
Qualifications: High school diploma or GED for a teaching parent; high school diploma or GED for any private tutor used
Notice: File a declaration of intent with the local superintendent within 30 days of commencing the home study program and by September 1 annually thereafter
Recordkeeping: Maintain attendance records and submit monthly to the superintendent; write and retain an annual progress report
Testing: Administer and retain the results of a standardized test every 3 years beginning at the end of the 3rd grade
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January 4th, 2010 at 2:47 am
I heard that in Georgia, you had to have a high school diploma and register with the local district yearly. The district will not make you give state tests or have to approve your curriculum. You do have to turn in a monthly attendance report and show at least 20 days of school at 6.5 hours daily.
I’m not a lawyer-check with your local school district. millie