Louisiana
Legal with notification and curriculum documentation
Louisiana requires annual notification to your school board and annual assessment through either standardized testing, portfolio review, or evaluation by a certified educator.
At a Glance
Compulsory Ages
6-18
Notice Required
Yes
Notify local school board superintendent of intent to homeschool each year before October 1
Assessment Required
Yes
Annual standardized testing OR portfolio evaluation OR progress assessment by certified educator required
Teacher Qualifications
No specific state teaching credentials required; evaluator must be certified educator
Legal Requirements
Getting Started
Notify local school board superintendent of intent to homeschool each year before October 1
Legal Status
Legal with notification and curriculum documentation
Required Subjects
Assessment & Testing
Annual standardized testing OR portfolio evaluation OR progress assessment by certified educator required
Record Keeping
Maintain assessment results and curriculum documentation
Additional Information
Diploma Issuing
Parents may issue diploma
Umbrella Schools
Umbrella schools are allowed in this state.
Special Education Access
Homeschooled students have access to special education services.
Sports & Extracurricular Access
Sports participation through traditional public schools may be limited.
Key Statutes
- La. Rev. Stat. § 17:236