District of Columbia homeschool checklist
What District of Columbia asks, in plain words
2026–27Checked Oct 30, 2026
Children and grades
School year starts
What to send
Homeschool notification form to OSSE15 business days before you start, then a notice that you’re continuing by Aug 15 each year
Done onA notice that you’re stopping, to OSSEAt least 15 business days before you stop
Done onWhat to teach
- Language arts
- Math
- Science
- Social studies
- Art
- Music
- Health
- Physical education
You can teach if you have a high school diploma or GED, or a waiver. No set days or hours.
What to keep
A portfolio of this year’s work, kept a year
Filed