Federal Programs and Instructional Equity

Homeschool

Published: 8/2/2024 11:29 AM

For a variety of academic and non-academic factors, some parents believe in the benefits of homeschooling their child. While professional educators urge extreme caution to those proceeding with this often overwhelming challenge, it is imperative that parents and guardians opting for a homeschool environment equip themselves with the knowledge, information, contacts and legal obligations pertaining to the establishment and daily operation needed for compliance.

Rights of the Parent

The Kentucky constitution establishes the prerogatives of the parents to choose the formal education for the child. Therefore, parents may choose to homeschool their child.

If a parent chooses this option, they take complete responsibility for educating their child. The parent/guardian selects the curriculum and educational materials. There is no state financial assistance for families who choose this option.

For details on Kentucky laws regarding homeschools please refer to the Kentucky Homeschool Information Packet.

Amanda Reifsnyder

Office of Continuous Improvement and Support

Division of School and Program Improvement

300 Sower Blvd., 5th Floor

Frankfort, KY 40601

(502) 564-3791 Ext. 4066

Fax (502) 564-8149

Amanda.Reifsnyder@education.ky.gov