Private / Home School Educational Information Form - the School Board of St. Lucie County

The Private/Home School Educational Information Form - the School Board of St. Lucie County is used to gather information about students who are being educated at home or in a private school. It helps the School Board keep track of these students and ensure they are receiving an appropriate education.

FAQ

Q: What is the purpose of the Private/Home School Educational Information Form?
A: The purpose of the form is to collect information about students attending private or home schools in St. Lucie County.

Q: Who needs to fill out the form?
A: Parents or guardians of students attending private or home schools in St. Lucie County need to fill out the form.

Q: Is the form required for all private or home school students?
A: Yes, all students attending private or home schools in St. Lucie County are required to have this form on file.

Q: What information is required on the form?
A: The form requires information about the student, the parent or guardian, the curriculum, and the schedule of instruction.

Q: What is the deadline for submitting the form?
A: The deadline for submitting the form is typically in August, before the start of the school year.

Q: What happens if the form is not submitted?
A: Failure to submit the form may result in the student being considered truant.

Q: Are private or home school students required to take standardized tests?
A: Private and home school students are not required to take state standardized tests in St. Lucie County.

Q: Can private or home school students participate in extracurricular activities?
A: Yes, private and home school students in St. Lucie County are eligible to participate in extracurricular activities offered by their zoned public school.

Q: Can private or home school students receive special education services?
A: Private and home school students may be eligible for certain special education services, depending on their individual circumstances.