We homeschool in Florida - regulation is not too bad! No mandatory subjects, curriculum is up to you - only a yearly assessment of progress and you choose who does the assessment. We love it! Just discovered your channel :)
In VA I have to give notice that I intend to homeschool each year, offer a list of subjects I’ll cover (no requirement to list curriculum), and report progress at the end of each year. Progress can be “proven” via standardized testing or an evaluation from a licensed educator. This begins at age six. No rules or regulations for school days/hours.
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Yeah. I've seen that of NY so you get it! Thank you for the request. Yes! I love planning and I have a ton to do so I will definitely share how I plan.
You're welcome! Thank you for your comment. I've seen people share some really cool field trips and library activities in Texas. Seems very homeschool-friendly.
We live in California, which is a very low regulation state comparatively. I have to submit a PSA to the state in October each year, keep track of attendance, and teach the typical subjects that kids would traditionally learn in school (English, math, science, history, etc.). No standardized testing required or requirement to submit samples of our work (however I do keep a portfolio of each year for each of my kids just in case any part of their education ever came into question).
That's nice that there is no standardized testing required. It's required for certain years, but not all years in PA. Very smart to keep a portfolio just in case!
I’m in Missouri and starting at age 7 we have to track 1000 hours of school. I think 600 hours for core subjects and 400 for others. We have from July 1st to June 30th to complete the hours. But we don’t have to show or prove to anyone our hours. But it’s good to have a good log in case there’s any legal issues and you’re taken to court.
Yes! That makes sense. Definitely seems good to have a log, just in case. I didn't know that it's age 7 in Missouri. It's 6 in PA. Thanks for sharing!!
New Zealander here. We send a homeschool exemption to the ministry of education, and then there are basically no regulations at all. We arent required to do a certain number of hours, subjects, turn in work etc, my kids don't have to do yearly tests - they just leave you to teach what you want, how you want. In the exemption you explain how you plan to teach things as well as they would in school. ( or words to that effect) but noone checks up on it, nor do they expect you to stick to those initial plans. Oh and we get a homeschool allowance twice a year.
We’re in Kansas and it’s super easy. We just register our “non-accredited private school” once and then school roughly the equivalent of the public schools in the area.
Because we are registered in the state of Kansas as an non-accredited private school weekend homeschool anyone's kid legally. Legitimately you can have your own private school in your home. Where I live there are a few private schools ran out of people's homes.
Hi! That's great! I'm still organizing our summer plans over here. I feel like I want to do so much, but Elani is in multiple camps this summer so I'm trying to be realistic. So hard!
@@AutumnRomano Ya, I get that. Usually there is one subject they need the most work in. We will mostly be working on that Reading) with math thrown in a bit throughout.
From Ontario Canada... no regulations here. Only need to send a letter of intent if your child has attended school before. I find it so interesting to see when there is more regulations etc. Does your state give you funds? Maybe you'll mention it in the video... still watching ❤
That is actually one of the things that does drive me crazy. I don't mind that there is more regulation, but they give absolutely no funding. I think that part is so ridiculous.
I have only found the history/geography and the science curriculum through their bookstore. I have not found the language arts curriculum in their bookstore, but I would have chosen to download it either way because that is just my personal preference.
You can add the curriculum to your dashboard (creating an account is free) with the Great Minds site. greatminds.org/resources/products/eureka-basic-curriculum-files You can also use embarc.online to download what you need, but the ads on the site can get in the way and make things a little more complicated. I hope that helps!
Thank you! I just made it live on my website and linked it in the description. Oh, wow! That's a lot of freedom! I did not even realize how different PA is from so many states until I looked into it myself.
I'm in Massachusetts, also a high regulation state like Pennsylvania. I have to turn in a homeschool proposal before the start of each year listing my curriculum for each child and approximately how long I think I will spend on each subject (1 hour per week, 2 hours per week), etc. At the end of the year I have to turn in an evaluation of our year. Our specific district asks for how much time we spend on each subject (not everywhere in MA does this). We've had some struggles where we are asked for more information than is actually legally required, but HSLDA has been very helpful each time.
Oh, wow. I did not know that you had to provide so much info in some parts of MA. That's more than PA. I fully plan to join HSLDA this school year now that things are getting more serious for our homeschool.
We live in Scotland. The only rule we have is that you give your child an education suitable to their needs. ❤️
Oh, wow! That's so interesting.
We homeschool in Florida - regulation is not too bad! No mandatory subjects, curriculum is up to you - only a yearly assessment of progress and you choose who does the assessment. We love it! Just discovered your channel :)
That sounds nice! It's so fun to learn what homeschool looks like in other places. Thank you!
In VA I have to give notice that I intend to homeschool each year, offer a list of subjects I’ll cover (no requirement to list curriculum), and report progress at the end of each year. Progress can be “proven” via standardized testing or an evaluation from a licensed educator. This begins at age six. No rules or regulations for school days/hours.
This actually sounds pretty similar to PA, but we have to adhere to a certain amount of days/hours, as well.
Start her on piano! ☺️ It’s the very, very best instrument to start with. Learning to play the piano makes every instrument easier if she chooses a different one in the future. (Including voice.) You’ll never regret a few (or many!) years of piano lessons!
P.S. I am a new subscriber and am loving your channel! 💕
Thank you! I definitely am leaning toward that so I appreciate your feedback. Also, welcome!! So happy that you're enjoying my channel. 🤗
We are in NY. A lot of requirements here. Can you come out with a video on how you plan to break the curriculum up throughout the week?
Yeah. I've seen that of NY so you get it! Thank you for the request. Yes! I love planning and I have a ton to do so I will definitely share how I plan.
Homeschooling in Texas. Not heavily regulated. Thanks for sharing. 😊💕
You're welcome! Thank you for your comment. I've seen people share some really cool field trips and library activities in Texas. Seems very homeschool-friendly.
Phenomenal video!
Thank you!
We live in California, which is a very low regulation state comparatively. I have to submit a PSA to the state in October each year, keep track of attendance, and teach the typical subjects that kids would traditionally learn in school (English, math, science, history, etc.). No standardized testing required or requirement to submit samples of our work (however I do keep a portfolio of each year for each of my kids just in case any part of their education ever came into question).
That's nice that there is no standardized testing required. It's required for certain years, but not all years in PA. Very smart to keep a portfolio just in case!
I love all yours picks! And Mickey. And Core Knowledge everything… :)
Thanks so much!! ❤️❤️
I’m in Missouri and starting at age 7 we have to track 1000 hours of school. I think 600 hours for core subjects and 400 for others. We have from July 1st to June 30th to complete the hours. But we don’t have to show or prove to anyone our hours. But it’s good to have a good log in case there’s any legal issues and you’re taken to court.
Yes! That makes sense. Definitely seems good to have a log, just in case. I didn't know that it's age 7 in Missouri. It's 6 in PA. Thanks for sharing!!
@@AutumnRomano yup so technically we don’t have do start school until age 7.
I'm in pa too. My daughter is will be in kindergarten. First-year homeschooling.
I hope she has a fantastic kindergarten year! 🤗
New Zealander here. We send a homeschool exemption to the ministry of education, and then there are basically no regulations at all. We arent required to do a certain number of hours, subjects, turn in work etc, my kids don't have to do yearly tests - they just leave you to teach what you want, how you want. In the exemption you explain how you plan to teach things as well as they would in school. ( or words to that effect) but noone checks up on it, nor do they expect you to stick to those initial plans. Oh and we get a homeschool allowance twice a year.
Oh my goodness! That's amazing! Thanks for sharing. I had no idea.
We’re in Kansas and it’s super easy. We just register our “non-accredited private school” once and then school roughly the equivalent of the public schools in the area.
I've never heard it referred to as a non-accredited private school. So interesting! Thanks for sharing.
Because we are registered in the state of Kansas as an non-accredited private school weekend homeschool anyone's kid legally. Legitimately you can have your own private school in your home. Where I live there are a few private schools ran out of people's homes.
Hey there, fellow PA homeschooler here! ❤️
Yay! Love that! Hi. ☺️
Ohio ❤ I’m here for summer ideas I can do with my kiddo. 😊
Hi! That's great! I'm still organizing our summer plans over here. I feel like I want to do so much, but Elani is in multiple camps this summer so I'm trying to be realistic. So hard!
@@AutumnRomano Ya, I get that. Usually there is one subject they need the most work in. We will mostly be working on that Reading) with math thrown in a bit throughout.
Same! Just hoping to fit in ONE unit study, if possible. 🤞🏽
From Ontario Canada... no regulations here. Only need to send a letter of intent if your child has attended school before. I find it so interesting to see when there is more regulations etc. Does your state give you funds? Maybe you'll mention it in the video... still watching ❤
That is actually one of the things that does drive me crazy. I don't mind that there is more regulation, but they give absolutely no funding. I think that part is so ridiculous.
@AutumnRomano oh wow yeah! I'd feel the same way! Great video by the way! Have a lovely day ❤️
Thanks! You, too!
I live in Indiana the only requirements that i know of are schooling for 180 days on your own schedule and have to teach in the English language
I am still amazed at how much regulation differs depending on the state! We also have to do a minimum of 180 days (or 900 hours) of instruction.
@@AutumnRomano I am not sure how the requirements get made per state but yeah it's crazy how almost every state is different
Have you found the core knowledge in print? Some of the files are extremely large, but the readers look wonderful.
I have only found the history/geography and the science curriculum through their bookstore. I have not found the language arts curriculum in their bookstore, but I would have chosen to download it either way because that is just my personal preference.
❤❤❤ beautiful
Thank you! 😊
Where do you purchase Eureka math from? On the Great Minds website it looks like only schools can get quotes.
You can add the curriculum to your dashboard (creating an account is free) with the Great Minds site.
greatminds.org/resources/products/eureka-basic-curriculum-files
You can also use embarc.online to download what you need, but the ads on the site can get in the way and make things a little more complicated.
I hope that helps!
@@AutumnRomano Thank you!
You're welcome!
I live in oklahoma and homeshool my daughter
Love the curriculum chart! Can you share? I am in Indiana so no regulation other than 180 days of instruction
Thank you! I just made it live on my website and linked it in the description. Oh, wow! That's a lot of freedom! I did not even realize how different PA is from so many states until I looked into it myself.
I'm in Indiana too but haven't started homeschooling yet. My kid is to young still
@@AutumnRomano thank you! Yes it’s crazy how areas are so different with laws for homeschooling.
I'm in Massachusetts, also a high regulation state like Pennsylvania. I have to turn in a homeschool proposal before the start of each year listing my curriculum for each child and approximately how long I think I will spend on each subject (1 hour per week, 2 hours per week), etc. At the end of the year I have to turn in an evaluation of our year. Our specific district asks for how much time we spend on each subject (not everywhere in MA does this). We've had some struggles where we are asked for more information than is actually legally required, but HSLDA has been very helpful each time.
Oh, wow. I did not know that you had to provide so much info in some parts of MA. That's more than PA. I fully plan to join HSLDA this school year now that things are getting more serious for our homeschool.
North Carolina here. We have to school for 180 days and a yearly test.
So interesting that there is a yearly test!