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What about online virtual school?

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Online virtual public charter schools are public schools. Participating in one of these schools is NOT homeschooling.

WHPA uses homeschooling to mean a home-based private educational program as defined by 1983 WI Act 512.

If you did not file a PI-1206 Homeschool Report for current school year (if your child has reached at least 6 years of age on or before September 1st of the current year), your educational program does not meet the definition of a home-based private educational program (homeschooling).

For a more detailed look at some of the differences between homeschooling and other types of programs, click here.  Many people confuse online virtual schooling with homeschooling.  This chart can help you understand the differences.

View all Wisconsin statutes pertaining to home-based private educational programs.

WHPA provides information about homeschooling in Wisconsin. WHPA does not provide specific legal advice to any specific individuals in the context of any specific matters. It is the responsibility of each homeschool administrator/parent or guardian to read original source material and make decisions on compliance for themselves. When you file the PI-1206 Homeschool Report with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, you take full responsibility for understanding and complying with the laws outlined on that form. WHPA does not endorse or provide curriculum suggestions or specific materials for any particular educational approach.