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Maryland Homeschool Information
Homeschooling is a great choice for families in Maryland! Find out how to homeschool, what the homeschool requirements are for Maryland residents, connect with local homeschoolers, find nearby classes and co-ops, discover field trip destinations, and much more.
Quicklinks for Homeschooling in Maryland
Maryland Homeschool Legalities
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 (which is usually online at your state's official website) for the most up to date and accurate legal information with regard to homeschooling. Also keep in mind that interpretations of the code—whether provided by school districts or homeschool groups—can be helpful, but may or may not be an accurate reflection of the law. Always combine interpretations with your own reading of the statute itself.
A quick note about sticking to what the law requires:
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!
Although we try to keep our links up to date, state laws change regularly. The information at the links provided below contain information that may or may not be current.
Nonpublic School Approval – Home Instruction
From the Maryland State Department of Education. Fact Sheet Regarding Home Instruction in Maryland. [Read more...]
Nonpublic School Approval – COMAR 13A.10.01
From the Maryland State Department of Education. Nonpublic School Approval Legal Requirements. [Read more...]
Nonpublic School Approval – Overview
From the Maryland State Department of Education [Read more...]
Nonpublic School Approval – Information
From the Maryland State Department of Education. Nonpublic Entities Registered with the Maryland State Department of Education to Supervise Home Instruction of Maryland Students. [Read more...]
From MHEA [Read more...]
From Maryland Association of Christian Home Educators [Read more...]
Legal Information From Hand in Hand Homeschool
From Hand in Hand Homeschool [Read more...]
Maryland Resource Pages & Places
Personalized Home Schooling CoachingGaithersburg
A homeschooling coach is an experienced Nationally Board Certified Teacher who can be your partner in the long and short term planning and implementation of the curriculum. Support you in the day-... [Read more...]
Maryland Homeschooling InformationMaryland Statewide
Helpful Information, Links & Tips for Homeschoolers in Maryland [Read more...]
Time4Learning Parent Discussion Forum – MarylandMaryland Statewide
Discussions and Resources for Maryland Homeschoolers [Read more...]
Naturally Sharp Piano StudioMillersville
Emily Overstreet teaches beginner to intermediate piano students ages 4 and up. Lessons are once a week for $30/lesson. The goal of lessons is to teach at the child's pace and eventually be able to... [Read more...]
College Planning StrategiesMt. Airy
"Wondering if you will be able to help your student finish college and still retire someday?" With planning, you can! Whether you're a parent or guardian footing the bill, or a college-bound s... [Read more...]