Can you homeschool without a degree in Colorado?

Under the standard homeschool statute, instruction must be provided by a parent, guardian, or adult relative designated by a parent. If the instructor holds a valid Colorado teaching certificate, Colorado says there are no notice, assessment, or similar requirements under that option.

Homeschooling is legal in Colorado. Families can homeschool under the homeschool statute, through an independent school, or with a Colorado-certified teacher.

Broad. Parents choose the books, supplies, tests, and curriculum, as long as the required subjects are taught.

1. 1Check Colorado's notice rule: Yes, if you are homeschooling under the standard homeschool statute. Families using the certified-teacher option do not have the same notice requirement, and families working through an independent school may follow that school's process instead.
2. 2Calendar the deadline: At least 14 days before starting, and then again each year.
3. 3Build around required subjects: Reading, Writing, Speaking, Mathematics, History, Civics, Literature, Science, Regular instruction in the United States Constitution
4. 4Keep records that match the state summary: Keep permanent records for each child, including attendance, test or evaluation results, and immunization records or exemption paperwork. The district that received your notice of intent can request these records under the law.
5. 5Plan for testing or evaluation if required: Yes, for students under the standard homeschool statute.
6. 6Use official source links before making a filing or deadline decision.