Homeschool by State
Homeschooling in Pennsylvania
What to know in Pennsylvania
Applies to students subject to compulsory school attendance ages 6–18 educated under a home education supervisor.
Compulsory attendance ages
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Compulsory school attendance in Pennsylvania generally applies to children ages 6–18.
Supervisor qualifications
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The home education supervisor must hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Affidavit or unsworn declaration submission
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Before beginning home education, and by August 1 in subsequent years, the supervisor must submit a notarized affidavit or unsworn declaration to the resident district. It must include proposed educational objectives and applicable health documentation or exemptions.
Instructional time requirements
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Instruction must total at least 180 days, or 900 hours at the elementary level and 990 hours at the secondary level.
Portfolio maintenance
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Supervisors must maintain a portfolio containing a contemporaneous reading log and samples of student work.
Standardized testing
This applies only in certain situations.
When this applies: Applies to students in grades 3, 5, and 8
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Standardized testing in reading/language arts and mathematics is required in grades 3, 5, and 8.
Annual evaluation certification
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A qualified evaluator must review the program, and the supervisor must submit the annual evaluation certification to the resident district by June 30.