SC Homeschool Law
Homeschooling under the Third Option is an excellent choice for South Carolina homeschool families. The Third Option allows families to choose what best fits their student’s learning styles and interests. Families are free to choose whatever curriculum - or no curriculum...the choice is yours! Families are not bound to a school calendar and standardized test are a choice.
Homeschool Requirements
Assessment & Testing
Standardized test are not required when you homeschool under the SC Third Option Homeschool Law - we recommend that families use standardized test to measure student progress and determine appropriate rigor, curriculum, and necessary academic support and advancements.
We recommend testing because it allows concrete evidence and provides data relevant to your student's academic achievement. While you have the right to homeschool in South Carolina, Schools have the right to refuse homeschool coursework. Records of assessment show what students learned compared to what is noted on a homeschool transcript. Should you choose to send your student back to a South Carolina Public School, this data will ensure your student is placed appropriately with necessary supports.
Resources
SC Code of Law 59-65: Compulsory Attendance
South Carolina Equal Access to Interscholastic Activities Law
South Carolina Department of Education Homeschooling Office
Frequently Asked Homeschool Questions
South Carolina College & University Prerequisites
South Carolina Transfer & Articulation Center
South Carolina Uniform Grading Policy
Option Three Homeschool Associations
The South Carolina Homeschool Connection
Although this list is not exhaustive, it is a starting guide of strong, critical information, necessary for any homeschool parent/guardian to know. The more you know, the better you educate your child!