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<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nHomeschooling in New York Overview<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\nNotice of Intent Required: Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n1 Option for Homeschooling: Home Instruction<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\nSubject or Curriculum Requirements: Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAttendance Age Requirements: 6-17<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nRecord-Keeping Requirements: Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAssessments or Evaluations Required: Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nProof of Immunization Required: No<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nTable of Contents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\nNew York Homeschooling Laws and Regulations
<\/strong>How to Start Homeschooling<\/a>
Annual Letter of Intent<\/a>
Individualized Home Instruction Plan
<\/a>Quarterly Progress Reports<\/a>
Mandatory School Age<\/a>
Subject Requirements<\/a>
Attendance Requirements<\/a>
Record-Keeping Requirements<\/a>
Evaluations and Assessments<\/a>
Required Immunizations<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nResources for Homeschooling Families in New York <\/strong>
Homeschool Groups and Co-ops<\/a>
Sports Opportunities<\/a>
Homeschool Field Trips<\/a>
Special Education Homeschoolers<\/a>
How Our Curriculum Can Help<\/a>
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In New York, homeschooling is also called home instruction, and the two terms are used interchangeably. Parents and guardians may instruct their children or contract with someone else to teach them. The law states that instructors must be \u201ccompetent.\u201d This is the only specific qualification of homeschool instructors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Homeschool families must provide their local school superintendent with education plans and regular progress reports. New York homeschool requirements include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Send an annual letter of intent to homeschool.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Teach the required subjects by grade and ability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Submit a yearly Individualized Home Instruction Plan for each child.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Provide quarterly progress reports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Meet the minimum attendance requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Provide annual academic evaluations for each child.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Find more information on these items below, or visit the New York State Education Department Home Instruction<\/a> page for more.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHomeschooling in New York City<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Families in New York City (Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, or Staten Island) follow all the same state homeschool laws, except their point of contact is different. Rather than working with a local district superintendent, New York City home educators provide their information to the New York City Public Schools Central Office of Homeschooling. Find more information here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nAnnual Letter of Intent to Homeschool in New York<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Each year, families must send a letter of intent to homeschool to their local school superintendent by July 1st for the upcoming school year. If you withdraw your child from school mid-year to begin home instruction, send your letter of intent within 14 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Include the names, ages, and grades of all children you\u2019ll be homeschooling in your letter. Also include parent contact information, including a mailing address. Contact your local school superintendent\u2019s office to learn where to send your letter of intent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
TIP:<\/strong> In New York City, you may use this printable form<\/a> for your initial letter of intent and email it to letterofintent@schools.nyc.gov<\/a>. Families who continue homeschooling after the first year may use this online form<\/a> instead. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou should receive a response from the county superintendent within 10 business days of sending your letter of intent. It will include the paperwork you need to complete regarding your child\u2019s Individualized Home Instruction Plan (more information below). Contact the superintendent\u2019s office if you do not receive this within 10 days.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Every year, you must complete an Individualized Home Instruction Plan for each child you plan to homeschool. Your local district will provide the appropriate forms for you to use. You must submit your IHIP by August 15th of each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The IHIP must include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Child\u2019s name, age, and grade level<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Syllabi, curriculum materials, textbooks, or plan of instruction to be used in each of the required subjects over the coming year<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dates you will submit quarterly progress reports (must be evenly spaced throughout your planned academic year)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Names of all individuals providing instruction to the child<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- If your child will be enrolled in a full-time program (12 semester hours or equivalent) at a degree-granting institution, identify the institution and subjects covered.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Parents are free to choose any textbooks, curriculum programs, instructional methods, or educational materials. The district may ask to review these materials to ensure the IHIP covers the required subjects for the current grade level. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAll you need to homeschool is a passion for your child\u2019s education and a willingness to put in the time and effort it requires.<\/em>
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Throughout the school year, you must regularly provide quarterly progress reports for each student to your local superintendent. These help ensure homeschool students are on track to meet their IHIP educational goals for the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Home educators may set their own dates for quarterly reports, but they must be \u201cspaced in even and logical periods.\u201d You will set the dates in the IHIP you submit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your district may have a form you can use, or you can write your own reports, including the required elements. Quarterly progress reports must include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- The number of instruction hours completed<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The material covered for each subject listed in the IHIP<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A grade in each subject or<\/em> a written narrative evaluating the child’s progress<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- If you\u2019ve covered less than 80 percent of the course materials planned for that quarter in any subject, you must provide an explanation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
TIP:<\/strong> Contact your local superintendent\u2019s office to learn how and where to submit your quarterly progress reports.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"Blue](\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Homeschool-Transcripts.png\")
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Your child must begin school or home instruction the year they turn 6 on or before December 1st. You may begin instruction earlier but are not required to comply with the laws until that year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
TIP:<\/strong> Children must continue school through the end of the academic year in which they turn 16 unless they graduate earlier. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIn some districts, such as New York City, they must continue until the end of the academic year in which they turn 17 unless they graduate earlier.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nNew York Homeschool Subject Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
New York requires students to learn different subjects by grade level. Home educators must teach some subjects every year, while others only need to be covered once during a child\u2019s complete education. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Beginning in 7th grade, students must earn a minimum number of \u201cunits\u201d of required subjects. Each unit equals 6,480 minutes of instruction or 108 hours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
TIP: <\/strong>It may be helpful to think of each unit as approximately one school year\u2019s worth of instruction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nGrades 1st\u20136th Required Subjects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Home educators must teach these subjects every year and at an appropriate level for the child\u2019s grade and ability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Arithmetic<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Reading, spelling, writing, and the English language<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Geography<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- United States history <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Health education<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Music<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Visual arts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Physical education<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bilingual education and\/or English as a second language, if needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Grades 7th\u20138th Required Subjects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The units shown here are cumulative for 7th and 8th grade. Students must complete them during those years but are not required to study every subject every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- English: two units<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- History and geography: two units<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Science: two units<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mathematics: two units<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Physical education: on a regular basis<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Health education: on a regular basis<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Art: one-half unit<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Music: one-half unit <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Practical arts: on a regular basis<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Library skills: on a regular basis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Additional Required Subjects for Grades 1st\u20138th<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
At some point during these school years, students must learn the following subjects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- United States history<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- New York State history<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Constitutions of the United States and New York State<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Grades 9th\u201312th Required Subjects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The units shown here are cumulative for 9th through 12th grade. Students must complete them during those years but are not required to study every subject every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- English: four units<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Social studies: four units, which includes one unit of American history, one-half unit in participation in government, and one-half unit of economics<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mathematics: two units<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Science: two units<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Art and\/or music: one unit<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Health education: one-half unit<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Physical education: two units<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Electives: three units<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Additional Required Subjects for Grades K\u201312th<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Every student must study the following subjects at least once during their school years. Parents may decide when to include these subjects in the curriculum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Patriotism and citizenship<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Health education<\/a> regarding alcohol, drug, and tobacco misuse<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Highway safety and traffic regulations<\/a>, including bicycle safety<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fire and arson prevention and safety<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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While New York homeschool families may set their own learning schedules, they are required to meet attendance minimums throughout the year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You must provide the \u201csubstantial equivalent\u201d of 180 days of school per year. In New York, a school year runs from July 1st to June 30th.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The minimum number of instruction hours differs by grade level:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Grades 1st\u20136th: 900 hours per year<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Grades 7th\u201312th: 990 hours per year<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
TIP:<\/strong> Home educators must keep an attendance record and provide the school district with the record upon request. You must also include the number of instruction hours completed in each of your quarterly reports.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nNew York Homeschool Record-Keeping Requirements <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
New York requires home educators to keep attendance records, though you only need to submit them upon request. You should also keep copies of all IHIPs, quarterly progress reports, and annual evaluation results in your child\u2019s permanent file. You may also wish to create a portfolio of representative work samples for each school year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
TIP:<\/strong> The more detailed your homeschool records, the easier it will be to issue transcripts for your child when needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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You must submit an annual evaluation for each child you homeschool at the end of each school year. This evaluation must show that you met the goals of your IHIP. Your evaluation options depend on the grade level of the child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Grades 1st\u20133rd: Students may take an approved standardized test, or<\/em> you may use a written narrative completed by a New York State certified teacher, a home instruction peer group review panel, or another person agreed upon by the parents\/guardians and superintendent. This evaluator must interview the child and review samples of their work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Grades 4th\u20138th: Students at this level must take an approved standardized test at least every other year. In the off years, home educators may use a written narrative instead (see above). For instance, if a child uses a written narrative in 4th grade, they must take a standardized test in 5th grade.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Grades 9th\u201312th: Students must take an approved standardized test each year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Standardized Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Standardized tests must be chosen from a list approved by the state, including the Iowa Test of Basic Skills, the California Achievement Test, the Stanford Achievement Test, the Comprehensive Test of Basic Skills, the Metropolitan Achievement Test, or a State Education Department test. If you wish to use a different test, consult the State Education Department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Students can take tests at a public or private school or at home. An approved and qualified person must administer the tests. Work directly with your superintendent to arrange standardized tests to ensure they\u2019re properly administered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
TIP:<\/strong> Home educators are responsible for the costs involved in standardized testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStudents must score in the 33rd percentile or above or show progress equal to a year\u2019s academic growth compared to the previous year\u2019s test. If they do not show adequate progress, the homeschool program may be placed on probation, and home educators must submit a remediation plan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nRequired Immunizations for Homeschoolers in New York <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The New York immunization la<\/a>ws<\/a> do not apply to homeschoolers. If at any time a child transitions to public, private, or religious school, they will be required to comply with immunization laws.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Immunization.png\")
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Homeschooling families often seek opportunities to enhance their children’s education, promote socialization, and empower their homeschooling journey. Families can achieve this by joining homeschool groups, co-ops, or larger associations which can help create a rich and rewarding homeschooling experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\nConnections with homeschool groups and organizations can help provide valuable resources and opportunities for homeschooling families to engage with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and learn from each other.<\/em> <\/em><\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\nHomeschool Organizations Groups and Co-ops in New York <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Homeschool families are excellent at supporting each other. Join a statewide or local group to meet other homeschooling families, get answers to your questions, locate resources, and find social and educational events. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We recommend checking online when you begin your search for a homeschool organization, association, group, or co-op. Here are two popular statewide options to get you started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- New York Home Educators Network (NYHEN)<\/a>: Find articles about a variety of homeschooling topics specifically written for New York families.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Loving Education at Home (LEAH)<\/a>: This Christian-based organization provides resources, tips, and community events.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The Homeschool Mom has a great list of local New York groups and co-ops.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.homeschoolplus.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Homeschool-Organization.png\")
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Homeschool students in New York cannot participate in interscholastic sports (but can participate in other school extracurricular activities). Fortunately, homeschoolers have plenty of other options, like joining a homeschool sports league or participating in community youth sports programs. Here are some to try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 Option for Homeschooling: Home Instruction<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Subject or Curriculum Requirements: Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Attendance Age Requirements: 6-17<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Record-Keeping Requirements: Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Assessments or Evaluations Required: Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Proof of Immunization Required: No<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n New York Homeschooling Laws and Regulations Resources for Homeschooling Families in New York <\/strong> In New York, homeschooling is also called home instruction, and the two terms are used interchangeably. Parents and guardians may instruct their children or contract with someone else to teach them. The law states that instructors must be \u201ccompetent.\u201d This is the only specific qualification of homeschool instructors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Homeschool families must provide their local school superintendent with education plans and regular progress reports. New York homeschool requirements include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Find more information on these items below, or visit the New York State Education Department Home Instruction<\/a> page for more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Families in New York City (Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, or Staten Island) follow all the same state homeschool laws, except their point of contact is different. Rather than working with a local district superintendent, New York City home educators provide their information to the New York City Public Schools Central Office of Homeschooling. Find more information here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Each year, families must send a letter of intent to homeschool to their local school superintendent by July 1st for the upcoming school year. If you withdraw your child from school mid-year to begin home instruction, send your letter of intent within 14 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Include the names, ages, and grades of all children you\u2019ll be homeschooling in your letter. Also include parent contact information, including a mailing address. Contact your local school superintendent\u2019s office to learn where to send your letter of intent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n TIP:<\/strong> In New York City, you may use this printable form<\/a> for your initial letter of intent and email it to letterofintent@schools.nyc.gov<\/a>. Families who continue homeschooling after the first year may use this online form<\/a> instead. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You should receive a response from the county superintendent within 10 business days of sending your letter of intent. It will include the paperwork you need to complete regarding your child\u2019s Individualized Home Instruction Plan (more information below). Contact the superintendent\u2019s office if you do not receive this within 10 days.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Every year, you must complete an Individualized Home Instruction Plan for each child you plan to homeschool. Your local district will provide the appropriate forms for you to use. You must submit your IHIP by August 15th of each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The IHIP must include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Parents are free to choose any textbooks, curriculum programs, instructional methods, or educational materials. The district may ask to review these materials to ensure the IHIP covers the required subjects for the current grade level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n All you need to homeschool is a passion for your child\u2019s education and a willingness to put in the time and effort it requires.<\/em> Throughout the school year, you must regularly provide quarterly progress reports for each student to your local superintendent. These help ensure homeschool students are on track to meet their IHIP educational goals for the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Home educators may set their own dates for quarterly reports, but they must be \u201cspaced in even and logical periods.\u201d You will set the dates in the IHIP you submit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your district may have a form you can use, or you can write your own reports, including the required elements. Quarterly progress reports must include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n TIP:<\/strong> Contact your local superintendent\u2019s office to learn how and where to submit your quarterly progress reports.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Your child must begin school or home instruction the year they turn 6 on or before December 1st. You may begin instruction earlier but are not required to comply with the laws until that year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n TIP:<\/strong> Children must continue school through the end of the academic year in which they turn 16 unless they graduate earlier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In some districts, such as New York City, they must continue until the end of the academic year in which they turn 17 unless they graduate earlier.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n New York requires students to learn different subjects by grade level. Home educators must teach some subjects every year, while others only need to be covered once during a child\u2019s complete education. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Beginning in 7th grade, students must earn a minimum number of \u201cunits\u201d of required subjects. Each unit equals 6,480 minutes of instruction or 108 hours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n TIP: <\/strong>It may be helpful to think of each unit as approximately one school year\u2019s worth of instruction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Home educators must teach these subjects every year and at an appropriate level for the child\u2019s grade and ability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The units shown here are cumulative for 7th and 8th grade. Students must complete them during those years but are not required to study every subject every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At some point during these school years, students must learn the following subjects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The units shown here are cumulative for 9th through 12th grade. Students must complete them during those years but are not required to study every subject every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every student must study the following subjects at least once during their school years. Parents may decide when to include these subjects in the curriculum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n While New York homeschool families may set their own learning schedules, they are required to meet attendance minimums throughout the year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You must provide the \u201csubstantial equivalent\u201d of 180 days of school per year. In New York, a school year runs from July 1st to June 30th.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The minimum number of instruction hours differs by grade level:<\/p>\n\n\n\n TIP:<\/strong> Home educators must keep an attendance record and provide the school district with the record upon request. You must also include the number of instruction hours completed in each of your quarterly reports.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n New York requires home educators to keep attendance records, though you only need to submit them upon request. You should also keep copies of all IHIPs, quarterly progress reports, and annual evaluation results in your child\u2019s permanent file. You may also wish to create a portfolio of representative work samples for each school year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n TIP:<\/strong> The more detailed your homeschool records, the easier it will be to issue transcripts for your child when needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n You must submit an annual evaluation for each child you homeschool at the end of each school year. This evaluation must show that you met the goals of your IHIP. Your evaluation options depend on the grade level of the child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Standardized tests must be chosen from a list approved by the state, including the Iowa Test of Basic Skills, the California Achievement Test, the Stanford Achievement Test, the Comprehensive Test of Basic Skills, the Metropolitan Achievement Test, or a State Education Department test. If you wish to use a different test, consult the State Education Department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Students can take tests at a public or private school or at home. An approved and qualified person must administer the tests. Work directly with your superintendent to arrange standardized tests to ensure they\u2019re properly administered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n TIP:<\/strong> Home educators are responsible for the costs involved in standardized testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Students must score in the 33rd percentile or above or show progress equal to a year\u2019s academic growth compared to the previous year\u2019s test. If they do not show adequate progress, the homeschool program may be placed on probation, and home educators must submit a remediation plan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n The New York immunization la<\/a>ws<\/a> do not apply to homeschoolers. If at any time a child transitions to public, private, or religious school, they will be required to comply with immunization laws.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Homeschooling families often seek opportunities to enhance their children’s education, promote socialization, and empower their homeschooling journey. Families can achieve this by joining homeschool groups, co-ops, or larger associations which can help create a rich and rewarding homeschooling experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Connections with homeschool groups and organizations can help provide valuable resources and opportunities for homeschooling families to engage with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and learn from each other.<\/em> <\/em><\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Homeschool families are excellent at supporting each other. Join a statewide or local group to meet other homeschooling families, get answers to your questions, locate resources, and find social and educational events. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We recommend checking online when you begin your search for a homeschool organization, association, group, or co-op. Here are two popular statewide options to get you started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Homeschool Mom has a great list of local New York groups and co-ops.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Back to Top<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Homeschool students in New York cannot participate in interscholastic sports (but can participate in other school extracurricular activities). Fortunately, homeschoolers have plenty of other options, like joining a homeschool sports league or participating in community youth sports programs. Here are some to try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/strong>How to Start Homeschooling<\/a>
Annual Letter of Intent<\/a>
Individualized Home Instruction Plan
<\/a>Quarterly Progress Reports<\/a>
Mandatory School Age<\/a>
Subject Requirements<\/a>
Attendance Requirements<\/a>
Record-Keeping Requirements<\/a>
Evaluations and Assessments<\/a>
Required Immunizations<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Homeschool Groups and Co-ops<\/a>
Sports Opportunities<\/a>
Homeschool Field Trips<\/a>
Special Education Homeschoolers<\/a>
How Our Curriculum Can Help<\/a>
Homeschool FAQ <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nHow to Start Homeschooling in New York<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Homeschooling in New York City<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nAnnual Letter of Intent to Homeschool in New York<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nNew York Homeschool Subject Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Grades 1st\u20136th Required Subjects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Grades 7th\u20138th Required Subjects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Additional Required Subjects for Grades 1st\u20138th<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Grades 9th\u201312th Required Subjects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Additional Required Subjects for Grades K\u201312th<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Standardized Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nHomeschool Organizations Groups and Co-ops in New York <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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