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WV SB966
Bill
AI Summary
- Removes the requirement that homeschool instructors submit evidence of a high school diploma, equivalent credential, or post-secondary degree/certificate to the county superintendent
- Eliminates the mandate that home instruction include the specific subjects of reading, language, mathematics, science, and social studies
- Removes the option for standardized achievement testing as an assessment method, leaving portfolio review by a certified teacher or parent-selected alternative assessment as remaining options
- Allows parents to select the areas of study for portfolio review rather than requiring review in the five core public school subjects
- Changes alternative academic assessments from requiring mutual agreement between parents and county superintendent to being solely selected by the parent or legal guardian
Legislative Description
Changing requirements for home school instruction
Education (K12)
Last Action
Removed from calendar by Rules Committee
2/27/2026
Committee Referrals
School Choice2/17/2026
Full Bill Text
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