{"id":31149,"date":"2024-10-04T09:08:41","date_gmt":"2024-10-04T17:08:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/?p=31149"},"modified":"2024-10-04T09:08:43","modified_gmt":"2024-10-04T17:08:43","slug":"nebraska-homeschooling-laws","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/homeschool\/nebraska-homeschooling-laws\/31149","title":{"rendered":"Nebraska Homeschooling Laws"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nebraska Homeschooling Laws and Resources<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Thinking about homeschooling in Nebraska but aren\u2019t sure how to begin? Start by using this guide to learn about Nebraska\u2019s homeschool laws, resources, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/research\/discover-the-best-states-for-homeschooling\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/SEO-133_RankingHomeschoolStates-Nebraska.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-22410\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-large-font-size\"><strong>Homeschooling in Nebraska Overview<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Annual Exemption Required: <strong>Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1 Options for Homeschooling: <strong>Exempt School<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Subject or Curriculum Requirements: <strong>Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Attendance Age Requirements: <strong>No<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Record-Keeping Requirements: <strong>No<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Assessments or Evaluations Required: <strong>No<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Proof of Immunization Required: <strong>Yes, unless religious exemption<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"contents\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong><strong>Nebraska <\/strong>Homeschooling Laws and Regulations<br><\/strong><a href=\"#how-to-start-homeschooling\" title=\"\">How to Start Homeschooling<\/a><br><a href=\"#notice-of-intent\" title=\"\">Annual Homeschool Exemption<\/a><br><a href=\"#qualifications-to-homeschool\" title=\"\">Qualifications to Homeschool<\/a><br><a href=\"#Mandatory-School-Age\" title=\"\">Mandatory School Age<\/a><br><a href=\"#homeschool-subject-requirements\" title=\"\">Subject Requirements<\/a><br><a href=\"#homeschool-attendance-requirements\" title=\"\">Attendance Requirements<\/a><br><a href=\"#homeschool-record-keeping-requirements\" title=\"\">Record-Keeping Requirements<\/a><br><a href=\"#required-immunizations-for-homeschoolers\" title=\"\">Required Immunizations<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Resources for Homeschooling Families in <strong>Nebraska <\/strong><\/strong><br><a href=\"#homeschool-groups-and-co-ops\" title=\"\">Homeschool Groups and Co-ops<\/a><br><a href=\"#sports-opportunities-for-homeschoolers\" title=\"\">Sports Opportunities<\/a><br><a href=\"#homeschool-field-trips\" title=\"\">Homeschool Field Trips<\/a><br><a href=\"#special-education\" title=\"\">Special Education Homeschoolers<\/a><br><a href=\"#how-our-curriculum-can-help\" title=\"\">How Our Curriculum Can Help<\/a><br><a href=\"#homeschool-faq\" title=\"\">Homeschool FAQ&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"63\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-300x18.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-768x47.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Group-9.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16957\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-start-homeschooling\">How to Start Homeschooling in Nebraska <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nebraska calls homeschools \u201cExempt Schools,\u201d meaning they\u2019re not approved or accredited by the state. Home educators file for exempt status, then run their homeschools following the laws in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.education.ne.gov\/nderule\/exempt-schools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Nebraska Rule 13<\/a>. These rules require home educators to do the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Annually file for exempt status, with signatures from both custodial parents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Designate qualified instructional monitors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet minimum instruction hours and subject requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain required immunization documents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Find more information on these items below, or refer to the detailed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.education.ne.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2223_ESP_FAQ.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Nebraska DOE Exempt (Home) School Frequently Asked Questions<\/a> document.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"63\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-300x18.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-768x47.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"notice-of-intent\">Annual Exemption for Homeschooling in Nebraska<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nebraska\u2019s annual exemption paperwork is fairly involved. Since home educators are essentially setting up their own private school, they must provide the state with required information on several different forms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>File your paperwork by July 15th each year for the upcoming school year. You may use the <a href=\"https:\/\/exemptschool.education.ne.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">online filing system<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.education.ne.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2223_Rule13ExemptSchool_InstructionsAndForms.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">print the forms<\/a> and mail them to the Department of Education. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.education.ne.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2223_ESP_FAQ.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Nebraska Home (Exempt) School FAQ<\/a> has detailed information to help you with this process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Form A\u2013Statement of Election and Assurances<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This form documents parents\u2019 or guardians\u2019 election of exempt education and assures that they will meet all legal requirements. It includes contact information, student names and ages, and the name and address of the exempt school. (You may choose your school\u2019s name.) You must also designate a parent or guardian representative who essentially serves as the principal or administrator of the exempt homeschool.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parents or guardians must choose one of two statements of election for exemption from approval and accreditation requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sincerely-held religious beliefs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Belief that approval and accreditation interferes with parents\u2019 or guardians\u2019 decisions in directing their child(ren)\u2019s education<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll then sign the form acknowledging you agree to comply with all Rule 13 laws and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#d9d9d9\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> Each parent or guardian must sign and complete their own form. If a parent or guardian has sole custody of a child, they must provide supporting legal documentation. See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.education.ne.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2223_Rule13ExemptSchool_InstructionsAndForms.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Form A<\/a> for more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Form B\u2013Authorized Parent Representative Form<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Only the parent or guardian serving as the principal or administrator of your exempt (home) school completes this form. Parents can also choose to designate a parent or guardian from another family if they have decided to homeschool together. This person is responsible for gathering all necessary forms to submit to the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Information Summary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Authorized Parent Representative completes this document. On this form, you\u2019ll provide information about your exempt (home) school, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>School name, address, and other contact information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dates of operation (start and end of your proposed school year)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All Instructional Monitors, which includes anyone who will teach or oversee your children\u2019s instruction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Curriculum information for the required subjects, such as a list of textbooks, online educational programs, workbooks, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Birth Certificate&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Home educators must submit a birth certificate when a child is enrolled in an exempt (home) school for the first time. If you use the online system, you may upload a scanned color copy showing the raised seal. If you submit paper forms, your birth certificate will be returned once a copy has been made.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#d9d9d9\"><strong>TIP: <\/strong>You only need to submit a birth certificate one time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Supporting Documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on your child\u2019s legal custodial status, you might need to submit supporting documents like custody agreements, legal guardianship papers, foster child paperwork, etc &#8230; Contact Nebraska\u2019s Department of Education if you have questions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Notice-of-Intent.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16965\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#contents\" title=\"\">Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"63\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-300x18.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-768x47.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/parent-qualifications-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17063\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#contents\" title=\"\">Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"qualifications-to-homeschool\">Qualifications to Homeschool in Nebraska <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While Nebraska\u2019s Rule 13 doesn\u2019t state specific teacher requirements, it does require parents or guardians who sign Form A (Statement of Election and Assurances) to agree to the following statement:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI have satisfied myself that the individual(s) monitoring instruction at this school are qualified to monitor instruction in the basic skills as listed in the paragraph above, and that such individuals have demonstrated an alternative competency to monitor instruction or supervise children.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, parents or guardians can instruct their children or designate others to instruct them as long as they deem themselves or the designated instructor capable of the job.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#d9d9d9\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> You\u2019re required to list all instructional monitors when you file your annual exemption paperwork.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"63\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-300x18.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-768x47.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Mandatory-School-Age\">Mandatory School Age in Nebraska <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nebraska requires children to attend school between the ages of 6 and 18 unless they graduate earlier. For more information, refer to section B in the <a href=\"http:\/\/education.ne.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2223_ESP_FAQ.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Nebraska Exempt (Home) School FAQs.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/School-Age.png\" alt=\"Blue icon with the word age in the middle surrounded by two circling arrows\" class=\"wp-image-17931\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#contents\" title=\"\">Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<printables-email-registration style=\"width:fit-content;display:flex;margin:auto\" class=\"wp-block-abcmouse-printables-email-registration\"><\/printables-email-registration>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"63\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-300x18.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-768x47.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Curriculum-Requirements.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17065\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#contents\" title=\"\">Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"homeschool-subject-requirements\">Nebraska Homeschool Subject Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rule 13 states that your exempt (home) school\u2019s program of instruction must \u201clead to the basic skills\u201d in the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Language arts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mathematics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social studies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Health<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Home educators can choose their curriculum programs, instructional materials, and educational activities to teach these subjects. You may wish to use the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.education.ne.gov\/contentareastandards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Nebraska Content Area Standards<\/a> as a guideline, but you aren\u2019t required to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#d9d9d9\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> Home educators are responsible for providing all materials and covering all costs for their child\u2019s education.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nebraska public schools don\u2019t share materials with home educators. However, home educators are welcome to use the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oercommons.org\/hubs\/nebraska\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Nebraska Open Educational Resources (OER) site<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"63\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-300x18.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-768x47.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"homeschool-attendance-requirements\">Nebraska Homeschool Attendance Requirements &nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Exempt (home) schools must provide a minimum number of instruction hours each school year:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1,032 hours for elementary grades<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1,080 hours for secondary grades<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#d9d9d9\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> Home educators may set their own schedules for meeting these requirements and choose the days and times that best suit their family.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Attendance-Requirements.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16958\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#contents\" title=\"\">Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"63\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-300x18.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-768x47.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Record-Keeping.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17067\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#contents\" title=\"\">Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"homeschool-record-keeping-requirements\">Nebraska Homeschool Record-Keeping Requirements&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nebraska\u2019s Rule 13 doesn\u2019t require exempt (home) schools to keep records. However, families may consider keeping one or more of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Daily attendance records<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Subjects\/courses taken and grades earned<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Portfolio of representative work samples<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evaluations and assessments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#d9d9d9\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> When you keep detailed academic records, creating transcripts for your child or transitioning them to public school is easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"63\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-300x18.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-768x47.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"required-immunizations-for-homeschoolers\">Required Immunizations for Homeschoolers in Nebraska <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you filed your exempt status as a religious school, you are not required to follow immunization requirements. Otherwise, exempt (home) schools must follow the same requirements as other schools but don\u2019t need to submit documents to the state.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#d9d9d9\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> Keep your immunization paperwork or appropriate exemptions on file at home in case they\u2019re needed. <a href=\"https:\/\/dhhs.ne.gov\/Pages\/Licensed-Child-Care-Immunization.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Learn more here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Immunization.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16960\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#contents\" title=\"\">Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"63\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-300x18.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-768x47.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Homeschool-Organization.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16954\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#contents\" title=\"\">Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"homeschool-groups-and-co-ops\">Homeschool Groups and Co-ops in Nebraska &nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Homeschooling families often seek opportunities to enhance their children&#8217;s education, promote socialization, and empower their homeschooling journey.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Families can achieve this by joining homeschool groups, co-ops, or larger associations. These connections can provide valuable resources and opportunities for homeschooling families to engage with other like-minded individuals, share ideas, and learn from each other.&nbsp;Here are two Nebraska options to consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/nebraskahomeschool.org\/custom\/40291\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Nebraska Homeschool\u2013The Home Educators Network<\/a>, Inc. (NH-HEN): This Christian-based group offers statewide support, events, and even an honor society for homeschoolers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nchea.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Nebraska Christian Home Educators<\/a>: Get help with curriculum programs, legal support, testing opportunities, social events, and more by joining this group.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Homeschool Mom has a great roundup of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehomeschoolmom.com\/homeschooling-in-nebraska\/homeschool-co-ops-academic-enrichment-classes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">local Nebraska Co-ops<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"63\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-300x18.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-768x47.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sports-opportunities-for-homeschoolers\">Sports Opportunities for Homeschoolers in Nebraska <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Homeschool students can participate in some public school\u2019s sports and extracurriculars. Contact your local public school directly to learn their policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Families can also look into local or statewide homeschool sports leagues for athletic opportunities or join their community\u2019s youth sports programs. Here are a few to consider in Nebraska:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Group Name &amp; Website<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>What Sports They Cover<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>What Area<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ymca.org\/find-your-y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">YMCA Youth Sports<\/a><\/td><td>Varies by location<\/td><td>Throughout Nebraska<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/nflflag.com\/find-league\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">NFL Flag<\/a><\/td><td>Flag football<\/td><td>Throughout Nebraska<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nebraskalittleleague.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Little League<\/a><\/td><td>Baseball, softball<\/td><td>Throughout Nebraska<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nysleague.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Nebraska Youth Soccer League<\/a><\/td><td>Soccer<\/td><td>Throughout Nebraska<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/NebraskaYouthBasketball\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Nebraska Youth Basketball<\/a><\/td><td>Basketball<\/td><td>Throughout Nebraska<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Homeschool-Sports.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16961\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#contents\" title=\"\">Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"63\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-300x18.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-768x47.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Field-Trips.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16955\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#contents\" title=\"\">Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"homeschool-field-trips\">Nebraska Homeschool Field Trips&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Homeschoolers have the freedom to take field trips whenever they like and can plan unique experiences to complement their current lessons.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#d9d9d9\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> Plan field trips with other homeschoolers to qualify for group discounts and special programs at many attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a journey back in time with living history exhibits at places like the <a href=\"https:\/\/stuhrmuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Stuhr Museum<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/outdoornebraska.gov\/rockcreekstation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Rock Creek Station State Historical Park.<\/a> Animal lovers can head to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omahazoo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Omaha Zoo<\/a>, and while you\u2019re in the city, don\u2019t miss the <a href=\"https:\/\/durhammuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Durham Museum<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/ocm.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Omaha Children\u2019s Museum<\/a>. Visit Lincoln to tour the <a href=\"https:\/\/capitol.nebraska.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Nebraska State Capitol<\/a>, or stop by the <a href=\"https:\/\/edgerton.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Edgerton Explorit Center<\/a> for cool hands-on STEM experiences.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"63\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-300x18.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-768x47.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"special-education\">Special Education Homeschoolers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Families homeschooling students with special needs in Nebraska may be able to get federally and state-funded special education services. This is because homeschoolers in Nebraska are considered private school students.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/nebraskalegislature.gov\/laws\/statutes.php?statute=79-2,136\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Neb. Rev. St. \u00a7 79-2, 136<\/a>, private school students can enroll part-time in local schools and participate in the services and activities offered. There is no specific mention of special education being part of the services that are offered, but there is also nothing that says that they are not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Homeschooling families should check with their local school district to see what their policies are and how services can be acquired.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/heart.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18136\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#contents\" title=\"\">Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"63\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-300x18.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BlueDot-Separator-4-768x47.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image u-m-hide\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/abc\/?src_tag=wp:cta:00032\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ABCmouse-SEO-Page-CTA-Homeschool-Module.png\" alt=\"ABCmouse hero banner with logo, cheerful mouse, books and ABC blocks; 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Aside from that, homeschooling in Nebraska is very manageable. Home educators need to teach the required number of hours covering the required subjects but have the freedom to choose their instructional methods, curriculum, and schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can Nebraska homeschool students take classes at public schools?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Exempt (home) school students can take classes at public schools. This is known as dual enrollment. Contact your local school if you\u2019re interested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do Nebraska homeschoolers receive diplomas or transcripts?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nebraska home educators are responsible for issuing their own diplomas and transcripts. Students may elect to take the GED. If they pass all required subjects, they may request a diploma from the state. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.education.ne.gov\/ADED\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Learn more here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is unschooling legal in Nebraska?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nebraska homeschool families may choose their own instructional methods, including unschooling, as long as they teach the required subjects and meet the minimum number of instruction hours.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/FAQ.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17074\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"#contents\" title=\"\">Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-small-font-size\" id=\"short-legal-disclaimer\"><em>Legal Disclaimers<\/em><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#0342ec;letter-spacing:1.5px\"><em>\u201cThe information and materials provided are for informational purposes only, and does not constitute legal, or other professional advice.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#0342ec;letter-spacing:1.5px\"><em>Any links provided to third-party resources are provided for convenience only. 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