Washington D.C. Homeschool Law & Support Groups

Homeschool Law

The following is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.

It appears that homeschooling is covered under "private instruction."

Establishment of School Attendance Requirements
Text of District of Columbia code on school attendance.

Enforcement and Penalties for Failure to Meet School Attendance Requirements
Legal code covering penalties for failure to comply with attendance laws. (note: I cannot find a current online copy of this legal code. Still searching. May 9, 2006.)

Special Education Laws and Rules

Education of Hearing Impaired Persons
D.C. laws covering education of hearing impaired people. (note: I cannot find a current online copy of this legal code. Still searching. May 9, 2006.)

Special Education
Assessment and placement of special education students. (note: I cannot find a current online copy of this legal code. Still searching. May 9, 2006.)

Relevant Court Rulings and Position Papers

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Homeschool Support Groups

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Homeschool Resources

Washington D.C. Homeschooling - A to Z Home's Cool
Laws, homeschool support groups, and resources for homeschooling in Washington D.C.

Getting Started
Tips and resources for getting started with homeschooling.

Legal Issues
Special legal issues facing parents homeschooling children with disabilities.