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AK Homeschool Resources

Alaska Homeschool Requirements & Resources

Find official homeschool information, Alaska law, correspondence-school options, educational funding resources, virtual learning programs, statewide organizations, and other helpful resources for families homeschooling in Alaska.

Last reviewed: August 3, 2026

Official Homeschool Information

State agency information and official resources.

Alaska Department of Education — Alternative Schooling Options
Official information about independent homeschooling, public correspondence programs, charter schools, residential schools, and other education options available in Alaska.

Alaska Statewide Correspondence Schools
The main state resource for district-supported correspondence programs, program requirements, correspondence-school contacts, regulations, and allotment information.

Explore Alaska Education Options
A parent-focused guide explaining traditional schools, charter schools, correspondence programs, educational allotments, and other public education choices.

Alaska State Library — Homeschooling Resources
A state-library collection of legal information, educational websites, curriculum resources, research tools, and other materials for homeschool families.

HSLDA — Alaska Homeschool Laws
An independent overview of Alaska homeschool options, compulsory-attendance ages, notification requirements, assessments, and related legal resources.

Laws & Requirements

General requirements, compulsory age and related guidance.

Official Alaska Statutes — Title 14: Education
The official Alaska Legislature publication containing state education laws, including compulsory attendance, correspondence schools, private schools, and special education provisions.

Alaska Statute § 14.30.010 — Compulsory Attendance
Read the statute containing Alaska’s exemption for a child who is educated in the child’s home by a parent or legal guardian.

How to Comply with Alaska Homeschool Law
A plain-language explanation of Alaska’s legal homeschool options, including independent parent-directed homeschooling, private tutoring, school-board approval, and private-school options.

APHEA — Alaska Homeschool Law
A state-focused explanation of Alaska’s homeschool exemption and the compulsory-attendance statute from the Alaska Private and Home Educators Association.

Alaska Statute § 14.30.340 — Special Education Services
The statute addressing the availability of special education and related services when a parent teaches a child with a disability at home.

Scholarships & Funding

Available programs, financial assistance and funding information.

Alaska Correspondence-School Allotments
Official information explaining how participating public correspondence programs may provide educational allotments for approved books, classes, supplies, technology, tutoring, lessons, and other student needs.

State Correspondence Program Information
State resources concerning correspondence-school funding, allotments, regulations, participating programs, and current program guidance.

Alaska Performance Scholarship
Official information about Alaska’s merit-based postsecondary scholarship, qualifying curriculum, GPA or test-score pathways, award levels, participating institutions, and application requirements.

APS Eligibility Application for Privately Homeschooled Students
The eligibility-determination form for home-educated students who are not enrolled in an Alaska public school district program.

Alaska Performance Scholarship FAQs
Current answers about scholarship eligibility, required curriculum, privately homeschooled applicants, documentation, award amounts, and use of scholarship funds.

Alaska Education Grant
Information about need-based financial aid for eligible Alaska students attending qualifying postsecondary institutions in the state.

Virtual & Online Education

State virtual programs and online education options.

Alaska Correspondence School Directory
The official current directory of statewide and district correspondence programs, including program types, contacts, phone numbers, locations, and websites.

Alaska Statewide Correspondence Schools
General information about district-supported at-home education programs, correspondence-school regulations, allotments, and state contacts.

Alaska Virtual Learning Consortium — Student Resources
Virtual courses, independent-learning opportunities, digital tools, tutoring support, and educational resources available through Alaska DEED.

Virtual Student Learning Resources
Online learning materials covering academics, technology, test preparation, life skills, Alaska-focused resources, and tutoring support.

Alaska Charter School Directory
The official directory of Alaska charter schools, including charter correspondence and individualized-learning programs.

Forms & Contacts

Helpful forms, filing information and agency contacts.

Alaska Homeschool Options and Filing Requirements
Review which Alaska homeschool options require no forms and which alternative options may involve approval, affidavits, testing, or private-school filings.

Correspondence Program Information and Contact
State correspondence-school guidance, regulations, program materials, and contact information for families considering district-supported schooling at home.

Contact an Alaska Correspondence Program
Find the appropriate enrollment contact, email address, phone number, and website for each participating correspondence school.

Alaska DEED Online Directory
Find Alaska Department of Education program contacts, department offices, school information, correspondence programs, and virtual-learning contacts.

Contact the Alaska Department of Education
Email the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development with questions about state education programs or assistance locating the correct department contact.

Withdrawing a Student to Homeschool in Alaska
Independent information about withdrawing a child from an existing school before beginning a home education program.

Statewide Organizations

Statewide associations and homeschool support organizations.

Alaska Private and Home Educators Association
Alaska’s statewide Christian homeschool organization, providing educational resources, advocacy, events, membership benefits, and support for private home educators.

APHEA — Homeschooling in Alaska
An overview of independent home education, correspondence-school options, private-school alternatives, Alaska law, and local support resources.

APHEA Legislative Information
Updates and resources concerning proposed laws, state policy, educational freedom, and legislative issues affecting Alaska homeschool families.

APHEA Online Educational Resources
A curated collection of curriculum websites, educational programs, virtual learning opportunities, and subject-specific resources.

HSLDA Alaska
State-specific homeschool-law information, withdrawal guidance, special education information, recordkeeping resources, and legal support for members.

Quick Links

Important state-specific homeschool links in one place.