In The News
Official Backs off Homeschooled Denial
HSLDA intervened when, without proper authority, a public school superintendent tried to require conditions under which he would allow a member family to homeschool.
Washington Times Op-ed—Outstanding Results on National Tests
Rapidly growing in numbers, homeschoolers once again show they excel academically.
Homeschoolers Beat National Average on ACT
Recently, ACT published its results for 2009. On a scale of 1–36 homeschoolers scored an average of 22.5, which beat the national average of 21.1.
Students Sought for German-American ePal Program
August 27, 2009: A new program seeks to educate German students and their families on the advantages of homeschooling. It also offers a unique cross cultural experience for your child.
Response to the Washington Post: Homeschoolers Say No to Mandatory State Testing
“Homeschooling is the sleeping giant of the American education system,” is the opening line of a recent article by Washington Post education columnist Jay Mathews.
Los Angeles Daytime Curfew Citation Dismissed
HSLDA helped two homeschooled teens avoid wrongful truancy charges after they were apprehended by Los Angeles police.
El Hogar Educador Conference a Great Success
August 21, 2009: Homeschooling continues to expand in Mexico as evidenced by the growth in attendance and support of the annual El Hogar Educador conference.
University Cancels Homeschooler’s Acceptance
College admissions officials quickly reinstated a homeschooled graduate after HSLDA explained that denying him admissions could be construed as discriminatory.
Volusia County Superintendent Threatens to Terminate Homeschool
A member family was bombarded with letters and threats to terminate their homeschool program until HSLDA intervened.
At First, Family Denied Health Insurance Coverage
A member family asked HSLDA for assistance when the husband’s employer denied health insurance coverage to their homeschooled high school son.
Family Resists Intrusive Request for Personal Information
A member family contacted HSLDA after public school officials requested they file a notice of intent with more information than the law requires.