Homeschooling in Washington
Washington requires an annual Declaration of Intent with your local school district, an instructor who qualifies under one of four paths, 11 required subject areas, and an annual assessment filed with the district. Guides below cover the law, the qualification paths, and how to meet the assessment requirements.
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How to Homeschool in Washington State (2026): Declaration, Qualifications, and Annual Assessment
Washington requires a Declaration of Intent by September 15, an instructor who meets one of four qualification paths, instruction covering 11 subject areas, and an annual assessment with results filed with your district superintendent each year.
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How to Withdraw Your Child From Public School in Washington (2026): Step by Step
Withdrawing your child from public school in Washington means filing a Declaration of Intent with your district and meeting one qualification path. Here is the exact sequence, including mid-year.
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How to Homeschool High School in Washington (2026): Diplomas, Running Start, and College
You issue the diploma, and Washington colleges accept it. Covers building a transcript, using Running Start for state-paid college courses, and applying to college with a parent-issued diploma.
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