When beginning the homeschool journey one of the first major questions is always about how homeschooling works in your state. What are the state regulations? How do I find groups or activities in my area? What is there to do and see that is educational and beneficial to my homeschool journey?

I am homeschooling in New York State and have been for nine years now. My hope is that I can collect resources and information here to help others along on their journey of homeschooling in New York State.

New York State Homeschooling Regulations:

Here you can find the New York State Homeschooling Regulations 

New York State Homeschool Paperwork:

This is a  break down of the New York State Homeschooling Regulations.  Here you can view samples of the various forms of paperwork required by New York State, and get a better understand of what you need to do to fulfill the requirements.

Find Homeschooling Groups in New York State:

Homeschool World – New York State Homeschooling Groups

NYHEN Local Homeschooling Groups by Region

Home Educators Resource Directory – New York Support Groups

Field Trips in New York State:

I have been working on a series of field trip posts starting with a general post about field trips with suggestions for field trips and how to find them in your area.

I also have an extensive 2 part series about field trips in the Rochester Area:

Homeschool Consulting Service

I also offer Homeschool Consulting Services for those looking for homeschool help, particularly with the nuances of homeschooling in New York State.

Areas of Expertise:

• Homeschooling high school
• Homeschooling in New York State (laws, resources, etc)
• Adjusting when a curriculum isn’t working
• Help with finding a curriculum that fits yours/your child’s needs
• Classical Education
• Organization and planning of your homeschool (short and long term)
• Homeschooling multiple ages
• Using Homeschool Tracker for homeschool record keeping.

Homeschooling State by State is Brought to You By:

Janine at True Aim Education

Karyn at Teach Beside Me

Renee at Great Peace Academy

Heidi at Starts at Eight

Susan and Megan at Education Possible  

Eva at Academia Celestia

Dusty at To the Moon and Back

Stephanie at Harrington Harmonies

Dayna at Lemon Lime Adventures

Homeschooling State by State Link-Up: