Homeschooling in Nevada

Nevada generally requires school enrollment and attendance for children between ages 6 and 18 unless excused by an exception, including high school graduation.

Parents must file the statewide NDE notice of intent form with the superintendent of the child's resident school district before homeschooling begins, no later than 10 days after formal public school withdrawal, or within 30 days after establishing Nevada residency. Annual renewal is not required, and the district must issue a written acknowledgement of receipt.

The notice must include the child's name, age, and gender; the filing parent's name and address; the most recent Nevada public school attended if applicable; a signed and dated statement of legal authority and full education responsibility; and an educational plan. The plan must cover English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies (including history, geography, economics, and government) appropriate to the child's age and skill level as determined by the parent, though not every subject must be taught every year.

Parents must file a new notice of intent within 30 days with the superintendent of their current resident school district.

State law does not specify a minimum number of instructional days or hours, nor does it require annual standardized testing. Setting a consistent schedule and retaining work samples, progress evidence, and high school course records is recommended practice.

A current, separate notice of intent to participate is required to take part in public school programs. Districts must also permit access to college entrance examinations described in NRS 388D.040.