Navigating State Requirements

Brilliant Microschools is an ACS WASC-accredited private school based in Florida. This means that by enrolling with us, you are putting your child on track to achieve a globally recognized and accepted high school diploma. We also offer options for students who don't need or want to complete the diploma requirements. In such cases, we can provide a completion certificate, which is a valuable document but doesn't fully meet the diploma requirements if that’s what the student prefers.

Our goal is to understand your family's objectives, knowing they may change over time, and help you achieve them by adapting our approach to fit your needs. No matter where you are, you will get that diploma and be part of our school.

Florida-based
vs. Out-of-State

If you're in Florida, using our school to meet state requirements is straightforward. In most states, it's just as simple—no extra steps required. However, in a few states, you may need to send paperwork to your State Department of Education or Local District to confirm your homeschooling status, even if your child is enrolled with us. Essentially, this process affirms your responsibility for your child's education before transferring oversight to our school.
For more clarification on this check our Frequently Asked Questions

This map shows the level of regulation on home-schooling in different states. If your state has higher regulations this just means some addition reporting is needed . Source: hslda.org/legal

We handle everything your state requires, such as standardized testing, assessments, portfolios, and records, ensuring compliance with state regulations, check out the list below to see what we can provide. This process varies by state, but it's straightforward, and we're here to assist you through each step. For more details and necessary documents specific to your state, you can also visit the HSLDA website. Most states require notifying them of your home-schooling choice and providing updates every quarter or year, along with either a standardized test or portfolio, plus attendance records

Research State-Specific Requirements

For detailed information on state-specific requirements, visit the Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) website: https://hslda.org. Some states and districts may have unclear guidelines, and in such cases, we are more than willing to reach out on your behalf to ensure they receive the necessary information.

Ask for our help on specific documents

We're here to help you compile any required documentation to ensure a smooth learning experience from the list above.

If what you need isn't on that list, give us a call and we will do our best to provide!

Attendance Requirements

Please note that we require a minimum attendance of 180 days, and we monitor attendance for state reporting purposes.

Documents you can request from us

Notice of Intent: A formal letter to inform your local school district of your intention to homeschool your child.
Individualized Home Instruction Plan: A document outlining the curriculum, learning objectives, and evaluation methods for your child's homeschooling experience.
Quarterly Reports: Regular updates on your child's academic progress submitted to the school district.
Annual Evaluations: A comprehensive assessment of your child's academic achievements, typically conducted by a certified teacher or qualified professional.
Portfolios: A collection of your child's work samples showcasing progress and accomplishments throughout the homeschooling period.

School Choice Funds

States across the country now offer what are called school choice funds. These support families in taking charge of their child's education, and can take the form of tax credits or direct financial assistance. These funds are designed to help cover educational expenses and provide financial support to families, ensuring more options and flexibility in education. Depending on what funding you are using, this will either be paid directly to us by your state or will be reimbursed to you once you have submitted an invoice. No matter the process, we can help!

For example, in Florida, there's the Step Up for Students / FES-UA program. Currently, we support only the Unique Abilities (UA) option. After you pay your tuition, you’ll receive an invoice from us that includes all the necessary details. You can then submit that invoice to Step Up for reimbursement, up to the maximum amount allowed.
Some of our families in Florida are also receiving reimbursement through PEP by using our services as part-time tutoring. We encourage you to confirm directly with these scholarship organizations to ensure eligibility.

Check their website out for some more info www.stepupforstudents.org

We are currently approved vendors in Arizona, New Hampshire, Arkansas (ESA), and through the HOPE Scholarship in West Virginia. We're also in the process of registering in several other states. For the upcoming school year, you can expect even more options to use your state funds to support your child’s education.

For further assistance or inquiries about legal requirements, feel free to contact us at help@brilliantmicroschool.org

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