Home Schooling
Parents are permitted to educate their children at home in accordance with Education Law and 100.10 of the commissioner’s regulations. Children of compulsory education age must receive full-time instruction taught by a competent teacher that is substantially equivalent to that provided at their local public school.
The regulations provide detailed requirements for courses to be taught, required attendance and student evaluation. Specific provisions govern home instruction.
- Parents must notify the superintendent of schools in writing each year of their intention to educate their child at home.
- Parents must develop an individualized home schooling plans.
- Parents must submit quarterly reports.
- Parents must file an annual assessment indicating the student’s progress.
Home Schooling Information:
- Home School Information Packet
- Board of Education Policy 8470 about home schooling
- NYS Education Department Part 100 Regulations for Home Instruction
For more information:
Parents requesting information regarding home schooling should contact Sara Schneller, Director of Student Learning and Data Accountability, at 518-881-0600 ext. 68802 or the New York State Education website.
