I will never require more than the law requires, and the law does not state any specific requirements regarding portfolio formats or content. It is a very simple process, just follow the checklist below to gather your materials for the portfolio review.
Here is a checklist of what you can provide:
A log of educational activities.
Titles of reading materials.
This does not need to be exhaustive, just enough to show a variety of materials being used.
Samples of work/ Evidence of educational progress.
I recommend sending 3-5 samples of work from the beginning and end of the year, covering multiple subject areas. These can be (but are not limited to) worksheets, book reports, writing activities, projects, assessments provided in a chosen curriculum, or performance assessments from the same.
Students taking classes online (through FLVS for example) can provide course completion documentation as well.
Discussion with the student(s).
This can be done over the phone, Zoom, Google Hangouts, or in a pre-recorded video by the parent (you may obscure the face for privacy purposes if you desire).
Evidence of other/extracurricular activities (if applicable)
Exceptional Students - any evaluations or relevant paperwork you would like to add can be included as well
(d) The parent shall maintain a portfolio of records and materials. The portfolio must consist of the following:
A log of educational activities that is made contemporaneously with the instruction and that designates by title any reading materials used.
Samples of any writings, worksheets, workbooks or creative materials used or developed by the student.
(e) The parent shall determine the content of the portfolio and preserve it for 2 years, and make it available for inspection, if requested, by the district school superintendent's agent, upon 15 day's written notice. Nothing in this section shall require the district school superintendent to inspect the portfolio.
HB 731 Clearly states that the parent shall determine the content of the portfolio.