WHPA does not know. We are currently working to find out more about the possibility of public school districts using federal funds to provide shared services to homeschooled students if they choose to do so. There is no mechanism in the law to require it. […]
Topic Type: Shared Services & Special Needs
What if my homeschooled child with special needs / disability is also taking a class or participating in extracurricular activities at our public school?
The public school would be required to meet some federal law, but not to provide your child with a FAPE, under IDEA. The public school would not be required to provide the homeschooled child with all the services mandated under IDEA (including providing FAPE or fulfilling an IEP), because those requirements apply only to public […]
Is there federal funding available for providing services to homeschooled students?
No. Under IDEA, there are specific funding provisions that apply to students parentally placed in private school. These provisions do not apply to homeschooled students in Wisconsin. […]
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Can I obtain special services for my homeschooled child with special needs or disabilities from the school district?
Generally, no. Public school districts are not required to provide special services to homeschooled students. However, homeschooled students are entitled under federal law to disability assessment by their public school district, at no charge. A federal law called IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) has several provisions that require certain funding and special services for […]
Am I allowed under Wisconsin law to homeschool my child with special needs / disability?
Yes. There are no additional requirements under Wisconsin law to homeschool your child with special needs / disability. […]
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