Changes to Homeschool Instruction for Students Entitled to Special Education Services

In 2013, legislation was passed and signed by the Governor that significantly changed the homeschooling options in Iowa. These changes are indicated in the 2013-14 Private Instruction Handbook; however, these changes are not reflected in the current Statewide Procedural Manual dated July 25, 2013. Additional guidance documents have been developed to support AEA and LEA staff in meeting the new requirements and to assist with ensuring the appropriate paperwork is completed for students who are entitled to special education services.

Below are links to three additional guidance documents related to this topic: 

• Click here for the Heartland AEA Guidance Private Instruction Requests for Special Education Entitled Individuals
• Click here for the CPI Worksheet
• Click here for the 2013-14 Private Instruction Handbook which includes Form A, referenced throughout the guidance

If you have any questions regarding this information, contact Keri Steele, Regional Director/Assistant Director of Special Education, at ksteele@heartlandaea.org or Sara Mercer, School Psychologist, at smercer@heartlandaea.org.