Important Legal Update:
HB 1268, the bill that rewrites New Hampshire’s home education law, was signed by Governor Ayotte on Friday, July 10, and is now law. Among the most notable changes are the elimination of the notification requirement for most homeschooling families, the portfolio requirement, and the annual assessment requirement. Notification is still required in certain circumstances, such as when a family intends to use public school services or withdraw a child who is already enrolled in public school. The NH Department of Education has provided a helpful FAQ sheet.
The NHHC is reviewing the new statute and will update our legal requirements page as quickly as possible. In the meantime, please be aware that many websites, articles, and other homeschooling resources may still reflect the previous law until organizations have had an opportunity to update their materials. Until our website has been updated, if you have questions about how the new law applies to your family, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
The information below does not necessarily apply to the new law and may no longer be relevant. Updates are in progress.
The following information is provided as a courtesy to families in New Hampshire and is not intended as legal advice. It is only applicable to those home educating under RSA 193-A. If you are using an Education Freedom Account or another educational pathway, you are governed by a different legal statute. Please see our Education Pathways page. We strongly encourage you to read and understand the text of the education law relevant to the program you intend to implement prior to beginning that program.
Termination or Completion of Home Education Program
If you decide to end your child’s home education program prior to age 18 (and meet the compulsory attendance requirement in another fashion), written notice should be filed with your participating agency within 15 days of termination of the program.
If your student has finished their high school home education program but is younger than 18, you must certify high school completion with the New Hampshire Department of Education. Send a letter to the Commissioner of Education at the Department of Education. (While this letter notes both termination and completion, follow instructions for completion). You may also use other templates or your own as long as your letter provides the required information.
Please see our complete Legal Requirements page for comprehensive information on homeschooling under RSA 193:A.