It’s Back to School Homeschool Style! Here are 5 ways to prepare for a successful year, covering styles, tools, schedules, legal, & connection.
2021 Legislative Session Success
Legislative success in 2021 is the good news that Homeschool Iowa lobbyist Bill Gustoff and our Advocacy Team are pleased to report. Read about it here.
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.
Homeschool Mom Responds to Newspaper
What does one do when the local newspaper prints an article attacking homeschool freedom? This homeschooling mom wrote a response letter.
“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.
IPI vs CPI with No Reporting
IPI vs CPI with No Reporting? What’s the difference between these two Iowa homeschool legal options? Here’s the answer!
Public School Alters Form
“Oh, look! The school district included the NICHE IPI form in the information packet they sent me. I’ll just fill it out and send it in.” Sounds simple; right? And how nice that the school district used a NICHE form; right? Not so fast. Let’s take a closer look at the form.
What Can the School Require Homeschooling Families to Submit?
“Can the school require me to provide that information?” “Do I have to file that form?” “Is that a legal mandate?” Homeschool Iowa receives questions like these all year long – but especially at back-to-school time. One of the many services we provide is assistance in clarifying and meeting homeschool legal requirements in Iowa. While the Iowa law and rules … Read More