2020 Candidate Survey

Check out our 2020 Candidate Survey results with views on homeschool-related issues from those seeking seats in the Iowa Legislature.

2020 Capitol Day: Virtual Version

2020 Capitol Day: Virtual Version! Due to coronavirus concerns, Homeschool Iowa has moved our annual event online. Check out what is available!

Which Forms Do I File with the School?

What will your homeschool look like in the coming year? Here’s some “expert advice” from Nancy Bjorkman, an incredible source of wisdom and encouragement.

An Eye on Legislation

We’re keeping an eye on homeschool-related legislation at the Iowa Statehouse. What bills have been filed? What do they call for? What is our response?

“Wellness” Checks for Homeschoolers”

An Iowa legislator calls for all Iowa parents who have chosen a legal private education option to submit to periodic home visits to check on the “wellness” of their children.

NICHE & DOT on Driver Ed

NICHE reached out to the DOT on Parent Taught Driver Education concerns, advocating for Iowa homeschooling families. What was the outcome?

NOTE: If Using CPI Form A

Take Note if you are using the 2018-2019 CPI Form A. The Department of Education has published three versions of this form. Find important information here.

IPI vs CPI with Opt-Out

What’s the difference between Independent Private Instruction (IPI) and Competent Private Instruction (CPI) Option 2 with Opt-Out? Here’s the answer!

Be Prepared for IPI As a Legislative Target

IPI As a Legislative Target

As the January 8 opening of the 2018 Iowa Legislative Session approaches, anti-homeschool rumblings can continually be heard. High-profile individuals and organizations are calling for increased regulation and oversight for homeschooling families. In a recent public forum and in a published editorial, the American Association of University Women addressed the topic of homeschooling in Iowa – especially Independent Private Instruction … Read More