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Homeschool Laws

Homeschooling can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to following the law. But don't worry, it's simpler than you think. We've created this page to help you find information on your state's homeschool laws. With our easy-to-use guide, you'll be able to navigate the legal requirements of homeschooling with confidence.

HSLDA (Home School Legal Defense Association)

The HSLDA is an organization that advocates for homeschooling families when it comes to the legal side of homeschooling. Every state/territory has its own laws regarding how to homeschool. Below are links to their Homeschool Laws by State webpage.

(YHH does not receive compensation from the HSLDA for recommending them to you. They are an organization from whom we have received helpful information and assistance, and that has been protecting homeschool families for over 35 years.)

Review your region's homeschool laws.

Search for your state in the table below and click on the link to be directed to HSLDA's legal webpage. After reading the overview list, click on the View Complete Details button below the list for more information. Then, check out our blog to find helpful information on how to organize and run your homeschool program.

State/Region
HSLDA Link
Education Department Link (scroll to homeschool section of each page)
Georgia
https://hslda.org/legal/georgia
https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/georgia.html
Guam
https://hslda.org/legal/guam
https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/guam.html
Hawaii
https://hslda.org/legal/hawaii
https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/hawaii.html
Idaho
https://hslda.org/legal/idaho
https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/idaho.html
Illinois
https://hslda.org/legal/illinois
https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/illinois.html
Indiana
https://hslda.org/legal/indiana
https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/indiana.html
Iowa
https://hslda.org/legal/iowa
https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/iowa.html
Kansas
https://hslda.org/legal/kansas
https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/kansas.html
Kentucky
https://hslda.org/legal/kentucky
https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/kentucky.html
Louisiana
https://hslda.org/legal/louisiana
https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/louisiana.html
Maine
https://hslda.org/legal/maine
https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/maine.html
Maryland
https://hslda.org/legal/maryland
https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/maryland.html
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