To streamline the enrollment process, registration for our Home Education program is handled entirely online. Please note that home education reporting requirements apply only to students of compulsory school age in Pennsylvania (ages 6 through 18).

Step 1: Prepare Your Documentation Please gather and complete the following required items before beginning your online registration:

Affidavit or Unsworn Declaration: You must submit either a notarized affidavit or an unsworn declaration. For your convenience, we have provided sample templates below. You may use these forms or submit your own, provided it meets all Pennsylvania state requirements. Choose the appropriate form for your student's grade level:

Elementary Students (Grades K-6):

Elementary Affidavit Sample (Requires Notary) or Elementary Unsworn Declaration (No Notary Required)

Secondary Students (Grades 7-12):

Secondary Affidavit Sample (Requires Notary) or Secondary Unsworn Declaration (No Notary Required)

Educational Objectives: A written outline of proposed educational objectives by subject area. (Note: The state does not provide a standard template. Parents should create their own document outlining proposed goals and subjects).

Health & Medical Records: Submitted annually at registration.

Immunizations: Submit records, or if applicable, the Statement of Exemption to Immunization Law (for medical, religious, or strong moral/ethical exemptions).
Medical Exams: Required upon entry, 6th grade, and 11th grade.
Dental Exams: Required upon entry, 3rd grade, and 7th grade.

Step 2: Complete Online Registration Once your documents are completed and saved to your device, please complete our online Registration Form. You will be prompted to upload your Affidavit/Declaration, objectives, and health records directly into the form before submitting.

In-Person & Internet Access Options: Parents and guardians without access to an electronic device or reliable internet may complete their online registration using the public computers at the Centre County Library (200 N. Allegheny St.) or the designated device on the 1st floor of the Central Office (318 N. Allegheny Street). Additionally, wireless internet hotspots are available for 21-day checkout at the library for families needing home internet access.

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