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Homeschool Requirements in Alaska

Complete compliance guide — updated May 2026

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At a Glance

Notification Required

Yes

Testing Required

Portfolio Required

Notification & Registration

Alaska parents must notify their local school district before beginning home instruction each year. Alaska also offers state-funded correspondence programs with curriculum support and funding allotments.

Required Subjects

Language ArtsMathematicsSocial StudiesScienceHealthPhysical Education

Key Steps to Get Started

1Notify your local school district of intent to homeschool before beginning each year
2Alternatively, enroll in a state-funded correspondence program for curriculum support and funding allotments
3Teach required subjects
4Keep attendance records

Official Resources

Alaska Department of Education →HSLDA Alaska Guide →

Alaska Compliance Checklist

Last verified May 24, 2026

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Notify your local school district
Before you start homeschooling each year, contact your local school district to let them know you intend to provide home instruction. You must do this at the beginning of every school year.
View official source (State DOE) →
Consider enrolling in a state-funded correspondence program
As an alternative to notifying the district on your own, you may enroll your child in one of Alaska's state-funded correspondence programs, which can provide curriculum support and funding allotments to help cover homeschool expenses.
View official source (HSLDA) →
Teach all required subjects
Your homeschool curriculum must cover Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Health, and Physical Education each school year.
View official source (HSLDA) →
Keep attendance records
Maintain a record of your child's attendance throughout the school year. Keep these records organized and available in case they are ever needed.
View official source (HSLDA) →

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