Affidavit / Certificate of Nonpublic, Non-licensed Day School Operated by a Bona Fide Church or Other Religious Body in Pennsylvania - Pennsylvania

Affidavit/Certificate of Nonpublic, Non-licensed Day School Operated by a Bona Fide Church or Other Religious Body in Pennsylvania is a legal document that was released by the Pennsylvania Department of Education - a government authority operating within Pennsylvania.

FAQ

Q: What is an Affidavit/Certificate of Nonpublic, Non-licensed Day School?
A: An Affidavit/Certificate of Nonpublic, Non-licensed Day School is a document required in Pennsylvania for families who choose to educate their children at home through a nonpublic, non-licensed day school operated by a bona fide church or other religious body.

Q: Who needs to file an Affidavit/Certificate of Nonpublic, Non-licensed Day School?
A: Families in Pennsylvania who choose to educate their children at home through a nonpublic, non-licensed day school operated by a bona fide church or other religious body need to file an Affidavit/Certificate of Nonpublic, Non-licensed Day School.

Q: What is meant by a bona fide church or other religious body?
A: A bona fide church or other religious body refers to an established religious organization that meets certain criteria, such as having a recognized religious purpose, providing regular religious services, and adhering to religious beliefs and practices.

Q: What information is required in the Affidavit/Certificate of Nonpublic, Non-licensed Day School?
A: The Affidavit/Certificate of Nonpublic, Non-licensed Day School requires basic information about the child, the parent or guardian, and the educational program being provided.

Q: Are there any deadlines for filing the Affidavit/Certificate of Nonpublic, Non-licensed Day School?
A: Yes, the Affidavit/Certificate of Nonpublic, Non-licensed Day School must be filed by August 1st of each school year or within 30 days of establishing a nonpublic, non-licensed day school.

Q: What are the consequences of not filing the Affidavit/Certificate of Nonpublic, Non-licensed Day School?
A: Failure to file the Affidavit/Certificate of Nonpublic, Non-licensed Day School may result in truancy charges or other legal consequences.

Q: Can the education provided through a nonpublic, non-licensed day school be supervised or evaluated by the school district?
A: No, the education provided through a nonpublic, non-licensed day school operated by a bona fide church or other religious body is not under the supervision or evaluation of the school district.

Q: Is there any cost associated with filing the Affidavit/Certificate of Nonpublic, Non-licensed Day School?
A: No, there is no cost associated with filing the Affidavit/Certificate of Nonpublic, Non-licensed Day School in Pennsylvania.