Yes, homeschooling is legal in Nebraska under the state’s homeschool statute, Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-1601 et seq., provided families comply with annual notification and assessment requirements. The Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) monitors compliance through local school districts, which must approve homeschool programs annually by July 15. Recent 2026 guidance emphasizes stricter record-keeping for dual-enrolled students, requiring districts to verify course equivalency with public school standards.
Key Regulations for Homeschooling in Nebraska
- Annual Notification: Parents must submit Form A to their local school district by July 15 each year, detailing the homeschool’s instructional plan, instructor qualifications, and intended curriculum scope.
- Assessment Requirements: Homeschooled students must undergo annual standardized testing (e.g., NWEA MAP or state-approved alternative) or submit a professional evaluation by June 30. Results are reviewed by the district for progress benchmarks.
- Subject Mandates: Instruction must cover the state’s required subjects: language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, health, and physical education, with alignment to Nebraska’s academic standards for grade-level equivalency.