Welcome to Home School

Process to Homeschool

The parent shall provide a one-time initial notification to the local school board of the school-age child's district of residence.

H.B. 209 Homeschool Amendments Clarifies when notification to homeschool is required from parents; removes the requirement for parents to submit an affidavit for students who begin homeschooling at the start of an academic year; removes the requirement for parents to attest to criminal background history; establishes procedures for local school boards to process letters of intent; removes liability from local school boards after student unenrollment; and makes technical changes.

53G-6-702.  Dual enrollment  Defines Dual enrollment and the rights for parents for dual enrollment purposes.  

Note:  If a student is utilizing UFA funding, the student needs to identify themselves as a UFA student to the school/district and will need to be enrolled differently for funding and tracking purposes.  Please use the contact below for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions About School District Responsibilities and Home Schools updated 2025

Additional Resources

Utah Code 53G-6-204.  Describes various reasons for school-age children exempt from school attendance

Special Education Rules in regard to Home School (see page. 172)

updated 5/20/25

Contact

Cassie Hays, M. Ed.
Parent Liaison and Engagement Education Specialist
Utah State Board of Education
cassie.hays@schools.utah.gov
801-538-7845