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Illinois Homeschooling Resource Pages

Illinois Homeschooling
Helpful Information, Links & Tips for Homeschoolers in Illinois


Time4Learning Parent Discussion Forum - Illinois
Discussions and Resources for Illinois Homeschoolers






Illinois Homeschool Laws


Homeschooling is regulated at the state level and changes may be made to the relevant statutes at any time. Always consult the actual state code for the most up to date and accurate legal information with regard to homeschooling. The links provided below contain information that may or may not be current.

The "Show Me" Letter - Many an uninformed (or informed but overzealous) school administration official has asked local homeschoolers for more documentation than the state homeschool law requires. In The "Show Me" Letter, Shay Seaborne relates her experience with an overzealous official and how knowing the law and being polite but firm is often all it takes to educate local officials. A "must read" for new homeschoolers!

Illinois Homeschooling Laws
From HOUSE (Home Oriented Unique Schooling Experience)


Summary Outline of Illinois School Laws that Pertain to Private Homeschools
Section 26-1 of the Illinois School Code


Illinois Home-Schooling
From the Illinois State Board of Education. Includes PDF files on Questions you may have about Illinois Home-Schooling and ISBE Home Schooling Registration Forms.


Popcorn & Peanuts
ALL the Illinois Home Education Laws in One Place


Illinois Homeschool Freedom Watch
This list exists to network ALL homeschoolers interested in Illinois homeschool laws, homeschooling legal issues, court cases involving homeschoolers and homeschooling legislative issues in Illinois, regardless of any group affiliation. All homeschoolers are welcome to join, regardless of homeschooling educational philosophy or religious affiliation. Members are encouraged to share experiences, wisdom and questions about legally homeschooling in Illinois.


Legal Issues
From Illinois Christian Home Educators



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