Alternative Learning Program Tool Kit

We have prepared this information to help educate homeschoolers of the dangers of the alternative learning programs, sometimes called independent study programs, parent partnership programs, distance learning programs, virtual charter schools, etc.

While we support educational choice, we are concerned with the unintended consequences these programs may have upon independent homeschooling. Our main concern is that these programs are often confused with independent homeschooling

We do not support government funded or controlled homeschooling- which is many times what these programs are really offering.

Our long-term goal is to protect homeschoolers by making sure these programs are not confused with homeschooling under the home-based instruction law. We will seek to do this by making sure any legislation introduced to expand or create these programs will have:

Solutions

We would like to make sure any future legislation reforms the current funding model, gives full disclosure in writing to homeschooling families, and clarifies the difference between alternative learning programs and home-based instruction. We believe that part-time services, which most alternative learning programs provide, should be funded part-time, not full-time.

Position Paper

E-Alert SB 5828 / HB 1633

Alternative Learning Programs Talking Points

Report on Alternative Learning

ALP JLARC Investigation

Meeting with State Auditor

State Auditors Report - see pages 14-17

HSLDA Articles

 Report on Use of Religious Curriculum in ALPs