- Washoe County School District
- Homeschool Filing
Homeschool Information
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Notice of Intent to Homeschool Forms & Links
- Notice of Intent to Homeschool
- Aviso de intención de educar en casa
- Homeschool Procedures for Course-Sport Participation
- Notice of Intent of Homeschooled Child to Participate in Programs and Activities
- Notice of Intent of Homeschooled Child to Participate in Programs and Activities Spanish
- Acceptance of Homeschooling Credits for High School Enrollment
- Accredited Certificates for High School Credit
- High School Assessments Guide
- Homeschool Testing Codes
- State of Nevada Dept of Education: homeschooling
- Kindergarten & First Grade 24-25 School Year
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The following information is intended to assist you in submitting the Notice of Intent to Homeschool for your students, ages 6 to 18. The purpose of the notice is to inform the school district that the student is exempt from compulsory attendance (NRS 392.040 http://www.leg.state.nv.us/nrs/NRS-392.html#NRS392Sec040).Questions?EFFECTIVE APRIL 5, 2024 OUR OFFICE MOVED TO380 EDISON WAYRENO, NV 89502The drop box is no longer available.
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Educational Plan
An educational plan must be included with the Notice of Intent to Homeschool. It should include instruction and educational goals for the student in the subject areas of English (including Reading, Composition and Writing), Mathematics, Science and Social Studies (including History, Geography, Economics and Government) as appropriate for the age and level of skill for the student. Traditionally, an educational plan has consisted of either educational goals (a description of the anticipated kind of instruction, by subject) or a list of instructional materials to be used (items used for instruction including, without limitation, books, library materials, software or a correspondence program).
By signing the application, the parent acknowledges that he has control or charge of the student and the legal right to direct the education of the student.
Upon the school district's receipt of the Notice of Intent to Homeschool, including the educational plan, the District shall provide a written acknowledgment to the parent. This acknowledgment shall be deemed proof of compliance with Nevada's compulsory school attendance law NRS 392.040. Receipts are valid for 15 years for each student for whom you submit an application. -
Elementary School
The school may use only commonly used practices to determine the academic ability, placement or eligibility of the student. This may include consultation with the parent, placement tests if necessary, plus consideration for the age of the student should provide sufficient information to place the student.
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Middle/High School
A home school student who enrolls in a public high school is required to provide documentation that the student used an accredited program of study that is approved by the board of education in the event that you return to the school district. Or the student will need to demonstrate proficiency in the courses of study required for promotion to high school through an examination, or shall provide other proof demonstrating competency. This will assist in the evaluation of the student’s courses of study and earned units of credits during placement.
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Participation in Examinations
Districts shall also allow homeschooled students to take any college entrance exams offered, including the SAT, and ACT and the PSAT/NMSQT Exam. Home schooled students are eligible for the National Merit Scholarship. School district examination is available to home school students. This include the SAT, and the PSAT/NMSQT. Home schooled children are eligible for the Millennium Scholarship.
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Participation in Interscholastic Activities & Events (including sports)
Notice of Intent to Participate in Programs Activities
A home school student that wishes to participate in school district activities and events is required to submit a Notice of Intent of a Homeschooled Child to Participate in Programs and Activities for each year of participation. The parent shall be required to show a birth certificate or other documentation sufficient to establish the identity of the student. The homeschooled student is bound by the same NIAA regulations that a public school student is regarding which public school team he/she plays for. There is no “space available” clause in the law, so for activities and sports that have try-outs where children are “cut”, the home schooled child must be allowed to try-out just the same as any other child. The rules and regulations that apply to pupils enrolled in public schools participating in NIAA activities and events apply in the same manner to home schooled students. If a home schooled student or the parents notify the school that he/she wishes to participate in a NIAA sanctioned sport, the school shall provide to the parent a statement setting forth the requirements for academic eligibility, all schedules and requirements of the school relating to eligibility for participation, and the name and telephone number of the contact person in the athletic department who monitors academic eligibility.
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By signing the filing, the parent acknowledges that he/she has control or charge of the student and the legal right to direct the education of the student.Please be advised that WCSD public online schools (NorthStar Online, Nevada Virtual Academy, Nevada Connections, etc.) are NOT considered homeschools.Please follow the steps below to file for homeschool:
- Complete a Notice of Intent to Homeschool for each child 6 to 18.
- Attach a basic educational plan as outlined in the Notice of Intent to Homeschool.
- Submit the Notice of Intent to Homeschool and attach an educational plan to Extended Studies
by email at WCSDHomeSchool@washoeschools.net
mail 380 Edison Way, Reno, NV 89502;
or in person at the office at 380 Edison Way, Reno, NV 89502.
Upon successful completion of the Notice of Intent to Homeschool, you will receive a Receipt of Notice of Intent to Homeschool for your records. This acknowledgment shall be deemed proof of compliance with Nevada's compulsory school attendance law (NRS 392.040 http://www.leg.state.nv.us/nrs/NRS-392.html#NRS392Sec040). Receipts are valid for 15 years for each student for whom you submit a filing.