Please note, this is not intended as legal advice. This is for informational purposes only and should you choose to Homeschool in Maine then you need to double check the Maine Department of Education website for current regulations.
Maine homeschool laws require parents to do the following:
- File an initial notice of intent to homeschool with your local superintendent.
- Submit an annual letter that states your intention to continue homeschooling by September 1.
- Teach the following required subjects: English and language arts, math, science, social studies, physical education, health education, library skills, fine arts, Maine studies in at least one grade from grade 6 to 12, and computer proficiency in one grade level from grade 7 to 12.
- Submit the following:
- Year-end assessments
- Results of a standardized test
- Results of a test developed by local school officials, OR
- Letter stating child’s progress from a Maine certified teacher
Parents are required to homeschool for a minimum of 175 days. This must be acknowledged on the notice of intent that you can either submit online or by mail.
Homeschooled students are eligible to participate in extracurricular activities at their local school. In order to participate, they must submit a written request and meet these requirements:
- Student agrees to abide by the rules of participation.
- Student must comply with physical examination, immunization, insurance, age and semester eligibility.
- Meet academic standards and provide evidence of such.
- Abide by the same transportation policy as regularly enrolled students.
Additionally, homeschooled students are allowed to borrow textbooks and library books from their local school (subject to availability).
The best way to stay on top of changes in homeschool regulations is to connect with other local homeschoolers in Kansas.
Maine Secular Homeschool Groups
Central Maine Secular Homeschoolers
“While we are listed as secular, we are inclusive of all; we believe that religious instruction is a very personal choice. As such, we ask that you please refrain from discussing the religious aspects of your home/school life.”
“This blog serves several purposes: to give the Maine Unschooling Network’s Facebook group a web home, to provide a place for community and calendar of events, to provide support and discussion, and to provide a platform to those who would like to share their perspectives on unschooling in Maine, who may not otherwise do so in a public forum. This is not an Unschooling 101 group. New to unschooling folks are welcome, but the work of understanding and embracing unschooling is an individual’s responsibility, and not that of the group.”
Secular Homeschooling and Unschooling Families of Maine
“This is a community for parents in Maine who are homeschooling or unschooling, plan to unschool or home school, or are interested in learning more about homeschooling and unschooling, to come together, share ideas, and make friends.”
