New Hampshire Homeschooling

The number of homeschooling families in the United States is growing every year. Many parents in New Hampshire have chosen this path as well. If you have questions about homeschooling in New Hampshire, need a support group, or simply want more information and ideas, you've come to the right place. We've compiled the best of the resources available on the Internet to give you a primary source of New Hampshire homeschooling information.

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Legislative Update
A look at current and pending legislation relating to home education in New Hampshire. Provided by the Christian Home Educators of New Hampshire (CHENH).
How to Comply with Vermont's Homeschool Law
Vermont law specifically refers to homeschooling in 16 V.S.A. § 11(a)(21) and 16 V.S.A. § 166b. To homeschool under this statute, you’ll need to follow these guidelines. Necessary steps include sending in a written enrollment notice, submitting a narrative describing the content to be provided in each subject area, obtaining acknowledgement of compliance, teaching the required subjects and assessing your child annually. 
New Hampshire Homeschooling Coalition (NHHC)
The NHHC is an all-volunteer organization which exists solely to support homeschooling in New Hampshire; we support all reasons for and methods of homeschooling.
Family Resource Connection of the NH State Library
The Family Resource Connection is a free service for New Hampshire residents. Books, videos, and other child-related materials are mailed upon request, along with a pre-paid return envelope. They have a selection of homeschooling books that were donated by the New Hampshire Homeschooling Coalition.
Lamprey National Wild & Scenic River
The Lamprey River is remarkable for its relatively unspoiled beauty and the abundance of wildlife that flourish in the midst of the fast growing greater Portsmouth region of Southeastern New Hampshire. In an era of highly managed river resources, the Lamprey stands out for its relatively; natural flood and drought regimes, to which the River's fish and wildlife inhabitants have adapted. Broad, forested floodplains provide excellent habitat for a variety of wildlife and plant species. Agricultura...
193-A:1 Definitions.
In this chapter: I. "Child" means a child or children at least 6 years of age and under 16 years of age who is a resident of New Hampshire. II. "Nonpublic school" means a nonpublic school approved pursuant to rules adopted by the state board of education and administered by the department of education and which has agreed to administer the relevant provisions of this chapter. III. "Parent" means a parent, guardian, or person having legal custody of a child. IV. "Resident ...
Home Education Advisory Committee (HEAC)
The Home Education Advisory Council (HEAC) meets monthly to discuss homeschooling issues. Advising the NH Board of Education, the HEAC has members who are homeschoolers as well as representatives from the Department of Education, public school administrators, school board members, and a representative of private schools.
Evaluators and Standardized Testing
A list of homeschool evaluators in the state of New Hampshire. Provided by the New Hampshire Homeschooling Coalition.
193-A:3 Rulemaking.
The state board of education shall adopt rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, relative to administering the home education program.
New Hampshire Homeschool
This is a mailing list for people who home school or are thinking of homeschooling in New Hampshire, kids and parents alike. Here you can exchange ideas, support each other, and share resources and information.
Notification of Home Education Program
This is New Hampshire Department of Education printable form to use for notification of your intent to homeschool.
New Hampshire State Library
20 Park Street Concord, NH 03301 Phone: 603-71-2392 The present state library building, built in 1895 of native granite, is one of the complex of buildings comprising the center of state government in Concord. This comprehensive library is intended to meet the informational needs of all New Hampshire residents and to sere as a resource center on New Hampshire.
193-A:5 Notification and Other Procedural Requirements.
A parent may provide home education to a child or children at home, subject to the following requirements: I. Any parent commencing a home education program for a child, for a child who withdraws from a public school, or for a child who moves into a school district shall notify the commissioner of education, resident district superintendent, or principal of a nonpublic school of such within 30 days. Subject to the provisions of RSA 193-A:7, I, the commissioner of education shall acknowledg...
Pass Your New York DMV Test Guaranteed! 50 Real Test Questions! New York DMV Practice Test Questions
This book is written by a former DMV classroom instructor. He shares the 50 most common questions and answers to the New York DMV written test. A great guide to help your teen pass the DMV test on their first try.
Education Law
An analysis of the laws pertaining to home education in the state of New Hampshire, provided by the New Hampshire Bar Association.
Upcoming Events
Not Back to School Camp - Vermont
September 17-26, 2021
Farm & Wilderness, Plymouth, VT
Not Back to School Camp is a non-denominational, non-religious homeschool camp. The camp offers workshops, spontaneous events, and special evening gatherings, bringing together campers who are excited about life and willing to be themselves and to reach out and connect with the others. 
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