Homeschooling in New York
New York runs on an annual calendar: a Notice of Intent by July 1, an Individualized Home Instruction Plan by August 15 or four weeks after the district's form arrives, whichever is later, four quarterly reports through the year, and an annual assessment at the end. No teaching credential required. Start with the complete guide to the compliance cycle.
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How to Homeschool in New York (2026): Laws, Requirements, and the Annual Compliance Cycle
Filing the Notice of Intent, submitting the IHIP, covering required subjects and hours by grade level, completing four quarterly reports, meeting the annual assessment requirement, withdrawing from public school, and issuing a high school diploma.
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How to Withdraw Your Child From Public School in New York (2026): Step by Step
Filing the Notice of Intent by July 1 (or within 14 days mid-year), receiving the IHIP form from the district, and submitting your Individualized Home Instruction Plan within four weeks. Covers the NYC separate process, IEPs, and records to keep.
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How to Homeschool High School in New York (2026): Diplomas, SUNY and CUNY, and College
New York homeschoolers issue their own diploma, but SUNY and CUNY often want more. Here is how the diploma, the superintendent equivalency letter, college credit, and the HSE option really work.
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