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Louisiana Homeschool Requirements Moderate regulation
What Louisiana requires from homeschool families — notification, subjects, hours, testing, and portfolio rules — with links to the current law. This is the same state data FolioKid uses to build your portfolio template.
- Governing law: La. R.S. § 17:236.1
Approved home study program: initial application within 15 days of commencing; annual renewal by October 1. Annual evidence of progress via a full portfolio packet OR a competency exam, standardized test, or certified teacher statement.
Official Louisiana sources
- 📜 La. R.S. § 17:236 — the statute itself
- 🏛️ Louisiana Dept. of Education — Home Study
- 🔎 HSLDA — Louisiana homeschool law summary
Louisiana homeschool FAQ
What law governs homeschooling in Louisiana?
Homeschooling in Louisiana is governed by La. R.S. § 17:236.1. Approved home study program: initial application within 15 days of commencing; annual renewal by October 1. Annual evidence of progress via a full portfolio packet OR a competency exam, standardized test, or certified teacher statement. Always verify current requirements with your state department of education.
What subjects are required for homeschooling in Louisiana?
Louisiana does not specify required subjects in its homeschool law, though parents are responsible for providing instruction as defined by La. R.S. § 17:236.1.
Does Louisiana require testing or a portfolio evaluation?
No — Louisiana does not require standardized testing or a portfolio evaluation, but keeping a portfolio of your child's work is still the simplest way to document progress.
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