By Kathy Green
Maine families choose homeschooling for so many reasons today. The decision to homeschool is never made lightly, but often comes at unexpected times during the year. Sometimes the idea has been churning for a while. In other instances, there are good reasons for immediate action. If you are currently thinking about homeschooling, rest assured you are not alone. Homeschoolers of Maine is here to help.
However, to be suHomeschooling can begin at any time during the school year, whatever the situation may be.ccessful, you will need to make some preparations for this new experience! To prepare for your homeschool journey, read the Getting Started section at the Homeschoolers of Maine website and follow the steps listed. Be sure to watch the free Start Homeschooling with Confidence webinar, too.
Once you have made your decision, kindly notify the local public school that your child has been attending (in writing) about your intent to withdraw your child from school to homeschool. (For your own legal protection, do not sign any withdrawal form that the school may provide.) At the same time, file a formal and legal Notice of Intent to Homeschool, as required by law, with your local school superintendent's office. Your child has now been withdrawn and you are officially homeschooling!
(Important Note: If your child has not yet reached the date of the 6th birthday or has already reached the date of the 17th birthday, the formal Notice of Intent is not required.)
Congratulations and welcome to the Maine homeschool community! Be sure to engage in the many homeschool events and activities happening around Maine. Watch our Event Calendar for details. We are looking forward to meeting you!