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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Licensing & State Laws in New Hampshire
New Hampshire’s licensing process allows teens to gradually gain exposure to complex driving situations, easing them into driving over an extended period of time. The youth operator license stage is a key step.
193-A:2 Program Established.
There is established the home education program to be administered by the department of education.
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.
Summary of the Legal Requirements for Homeschooling in New Hampshire
A look at the laws regulating home education in the state of New Hampshire. Provided by the New Hampshire Homeschooling Coalition.
New Hampshire Home School Laws from HSLDA
The Home School Legal Defense Association provides a brief summary of the homeschooling laws in New Hampshire. Includes a link to a legal analysis of laws relating to homeschooling in New Hampshire.
193-A:6 Records; Evaluation.
I. The parent shall maintain a portfolio of records and materials relative to the home education program. The portfolio shall consist of a log which designates by title the reading materials used, and also samples of writings, worksheets, workbooks, or creative materials used or developed by the child. Such portfolio shall be preserved by the parent for 2 years from the date of the ending of the instruction. II. The parent shall provide for an annual educational evaluation in which is docu...
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 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.
New Hampshire Department of Education Procedures for Operation of Home Education Programs
A listing of the requirement to legally homeschool in New Hampshire. This is a Department of Education publication.
193-A:4 Home Education; Defined; Curriculum Required.
I. Instruction shall be deemed home education if it consists of planned and supervised instructional and related educational activities, including a curriculum and instruction in science, mathematics, language, government, history, health, reading, writing, spelling, the history of the constitutions of New Hampshire and the United States, and an exposure to and appreciation of art and music. Home education shall be provided by a parent for his own child, unless the provider is as otherwise agr...
How to Withdraw Your Child from School in Vermont
If you want to start homeschooling during the school year and your child is currently enrolled in a public or private school, HSLDA recommends that you formally withdraw your child from that school. If you are going to start homeschooling after the school year is over, and your child is considered enrolled for the following year, we recommend that you withdraw your child before the next school year begins, so that the school does not mark your child as absent or truant.
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...
Homeschool Libratory
Homeschoolers value the educational opportunities that libraries provide. Parents often build upon concepts introduced at the library when they get home. And truly, if ever there was a good marriage of programming and circulation, this is it. This case study of a homeschool "libratory" program at the Red Hook Public Library in New York offers a unique look at ways to connect with homeschooling families. 
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 ...
193-A:8 Order; Appeals.
I. Subsequent to a hearing conducted in accordance with RSA 193-A:7, I or II, the hearing officer shall enter an order within 10 working days which shall order either the continuance or termination of the home education program under scrutiny. Such order shall take effect immediately. A copy shall be given to the appropriate superintendent of schools, who shall, if necessary, take appropriate action to ensure that compulsory attendance requirements are met. II. Following such order, the p...
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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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