1. Attendance Log: Must show a minimum of 180 days of instruction OR 900 hours for elementary / 990 hours for secondary levels.
2. Reading & Activity Log: A running log designating reading materials, textbooks, audiobooks, podcasts, educational videos, documentaries, field trips, and hands-on projects/activities.
3. Work Samples: Approximately 10 or more varied work samples (writing, worksheets, creative materials, or photos of projects) across disciplines.
4. Standardized Testing Results: Mandatory only for young people in Grades 3, 5, and 8.
PREFERRED METHOD — Email Submission: Email completed evaluation certifications directly to homeschooling@philasd.org. Submissions are reviewed in order received, and a digital receipt is issued via email.
NON-PREFERRED / ALTERNATIVE METHODS:
In-Person Review Appointment: Schedule an appointment at district headquarters (440 N. Broad St, Portal A) for in-person document handoff.
Mail Submission: Mail completed forms to the homeschool office. Requires a self-addressed stamped envelope for receipts. Unclaimed physical submissions may be recycled