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WI Homeschool Resources

Wisconsin Homeschool Requirements & Resources

Find official Wisconsin homeschool laws, PI-1206 filing information, public-school course options, virtual-learning programs, financial-aid resources, statewide organizations, and other helpful resources for families homeschooling in Wisconsin.

Last reviewed: August 4, 2026

Official Homeschool Information

State agency information and official resources.

Wisconsin DPI — Home-Based Private Education
The main official page for Wisconsin homeschool requirements, FAQs, laws, and contacts.

PI-1206 Homeschool Enrollment Report
The online system used to file Wisconsin’s required annual homeschool report.

Wisconsin Homeschool FAQs
Answers common questions about filing, curriculum, testing, diplomas, online schools, and funding.

Wisconsin Homeschool Statutes
A convenient official collection of laws affecting home-based education programs.

Wisconsin School Directory
Find public schools, districts, private schools, and education contacts.

HSLDA — Wisconsin Homeschool Laws
A supplemental plain-language overview of Wisconsin homeschool requirements.

Laws & Requirements

General requirements, compulsory age and related guidance.

Wisconsin Statute § 115.001(3g)
Defines a home-based private educational program under Wisconsin law.

Wisconsin Statute § 115.30(3)
Establishes the annual October 15 homeschool enrollment-report deadline.

Wisconsin Statute § 118.15 — Compulsory Attendance
Covers compulsory attendance and the home-based education exemption.

Wisconsin Statute § 118.165 — Program Requirements
Lists the instructional hours, subjects, curriculum, and control requirements.

Wisconsin Statute § 118.53 — Public-School Courses
Allows eligible homeschool students to take up to two public-school courses per semester.

How to Comply with Wisconsin Homeschool Law
A supplemental step-by-step guide to filing and meeting state requirements.

Scholarships & Funding

Available programs, financial assistance and funding information.

Part-Time Public School Open Enrollment
Information about taking up to two courses per semester through a public school district.

Homeschool Public-School Course Law
The law governing part-time course access for home-based students.

Wisconsin Financial-Aid Programs
Browse state grants and assistance for eligible postsecondary students.

Wisconsin Higher Educational Aids Board
Official information about Wisconsin college grants, scholarships, and financial aid.

BadgerLink
Free online research databases and educational resources available to Wisconsin residents.

Wisconsin Private School Choice Programs
Funding for eligible students who enroll in participating private schools rather than remain independently homeschooled.

Virtual & Online Education

State virtual programs and online education options.

Wisconsin Virtual Charter Schools
Official information about Wisconsin’s full-time online public schools.

Selecting Online Learning Options
Helps families compare virtual charter schools, district programs, and individual online courses.

Wisconsin Virtual School
A statewide supplemental online program offering courses through schools and unique enrollments.

Wisconsin Virtual School Homeschool Options
Explains individual online-course enrollment options for homeschooled students.

Wisconsin School Directory
Search for public schools, districts, charter schools, and virtual programs.

Forms & Contacts

Helpful forms, filing information and agency contacts.

File the PI-1206 Homeschool Report
Create an account, submit the annual report, and update enrollment information.

Create a New HOMER Account
Register a new parent account for the PI-1206 filing system.

Contact Wisconsin DPI Homeschool Staff
Submit questions about the PI-1206 report or Wisconsin homeschool requirements.

PI-1206 Filing FAQs
Provides instructions about deadlines, reporting enrollment, updates, and recordkeeping.

Find Your Resident School District
Search Wisconsin schools and districts by name or location.

Wisconsin Homeschool Email
Email DPI.HomeSchooling@dpi.wi.gov with state homeschool questions.

Statewide Organizations

Statewide associations and homeschool support organizations.

Wisconsin Homeschooling Parents Association
A statewide inclusive organization offering advocacy, legal information, events, and family resources.

WHPA Wisconsin Homeschool Law Guide
A family-friendly overview of Wisconsin’s homeschool requirements.

WHPA PI-1206 Filing Guide
Explains when and how to complete the annual homeschool report.

WHPA Getting-Started Information
Helpful considerations and resources for families beginning homeschooling.

Wisconsin Support Groups and Social Opportunities
Tips for finding homeschool groups, activities, classes, and community connections.

HSLDA Wisconsin Resources
Supplemental legal, recordkeeping, special-education, and high-school information.

Quick Links

Important state-specific homeschool links in one place.