Wisconsin

Overview

Notice Requirements

Assessment Requirements

Curriculum & Qualifications

Additional Notes

Wisconsin is considered low-regulation. The only hard requirements are: (1) file annual PI-1206 by October 15, (2) provide 875 hours of instruction, and (3) deliver a sequentially progressive curriculum in 6 subject areas. No assessments, no teacher credentials, no subject-by-subject approval.

Tips for Homeschooling in Wisconsin

1. 1

   File your notice on time: "By October 15 each year. The PI-1206 Homeschool Report must be filed with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) reporting enrollment as of the third Friday in September.". Set a calendar reminder 2 weeks before to prepare documents.

2. 2

   No formal assessment is required in Wisconsin. Consider voluntary portfolio tracking to document your child's progress for college applications.

3. 3

   Join a local Wisconsin homeschool co-op or support group. Peer connections help with curriculum sharing, field trips, and social opportunities for your learner.