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Here’s a quick run-down of all three options to homeschool in Colorado:
- Home-Based Education Program – You are required to provide written notification of the establishment of a home-based education program (notice of intent) with a Colorado school district 14 days prior to beginning.
- Independent (Umbrella) School – Under the Colorado Non-Public School Law, you can enroll with a Colorado-based independent school (as an “umbrella” school) and follow that school’s requirements. You are NOT REQUIRED to file a Notice of Intent with a school district. Learn more about the security, privacy, flexibility, and perks that come with enrollment in the CHEC Independent School.
- Colorado teaching license – Obtain and maintain a certified Colorado teaching license. (No reporting or testing requirements exist for a parent holding a current Colorado teaching license [according to CRS 22-33-104 (2)(b)(i)(I)].)
Following Homeschool Law by submitting a Notice of Intent (NOI)?
Once your child reaches age 6 by August 1st (and until they turn 16), you must submit an NOI annually. (However, you are not required to begin teaching until age 7.)
Enrolled in an Independent School?
When your child reaches age 6 by August 1st (and until they turn 17), they must be enrolled in an Independent School and be following its policies.
Check out this handy breakout here to learn more about the difference between the Homeschool Law and Independent School options.
The answer is no! You should not file a NOI as your students are considered private school students and are under the Colorado non-public school law. (Instead, you will send your records to the Independent School.)
If I’m following the Homeschool Law and submit my NOI, when is the deadline?
Under the Colorado Homeschool Law, you are required to submit a NOI to a Colorado school district (any one in the state) 14 days prior to starting the home education program.
Learn more about the difference between the Independent School and Homeschool Law here.
Christian Home Educators of Colorado is a state-wide organization that motivates parents to disciple the next generation of Christians by providing information, leadership, and resources.
CHEC was founded in 1990 and we serve Colorado homeschoolers through our annual Rocky Mountain Homeschool Conference, introductory seminars, informative website, an office staff available for support, and other events.
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