{"id":4258,"date":"2023-09-11T21:33:40","date_gmt":"2023-09-11T21:33:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.staging.miacademy.co\/?page_id=4258"},"modified":"2026-04-06T22:28:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T22:28:20","slug":"homeschooling-in-mississippi","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/miacademy.co\/homeschool-curriculum\/by-state\/homeschooling-in-mississippi\/","title":{"rendered":"Mississippi Homeschool Requirements Explained (2026 Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you thinking about making the switch to homeschooling<\/a>? You\u2019re in luck \u2014 the Magnolia State is a great place to begin your home education journey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Homeschooling in Mississippi only has a few requirements you need to follow. Overall, the homeschooling laws<\/a> are minimal and allow for plenty of customization. In this article, we\u2019ll cover everything you need to know about how to homeschool in MS! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Homeschooling in Mississippi at a Glance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mississippi – The Magnolia State<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Required Age<\/td>6-17<\/td><\/tr>
Standardized Testing<\/td>Not required<\/td><\/tr>
Subjects<\/td>None required<\/td><\/tr>
Time Requirements<\/td>None<\/td><\/tr>
Graduation Requirements<\/td>Determined by parent<\/td><\/tr>
Special Requirements<\/td>None<\/td><\/tr>
Financial Assistance Available<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Parent Qualifications<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The homeschool laws in Mississippi do not define any qualifications for parents who want to homeschool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Notice of Intent<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The only thing that the State of Mississippi requires you to do is submit a certificate of enrollment<\/a>. You can request this from your local school attendance officer<\/a>. You\u2019ll need to fill one out for each child aged 6-17, and complete the form in blue ink. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your certificate of enrollment should include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Your child\u2019s name and date of birth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Your address and phone number<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. A simple description of the education you plan to provide<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    These forms need to be turned in by September 15th of each year. If you start to homeschool in the middle of the year, you\u2019ll need to submit the certificate of enrollment before withdrawing your child. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Attendance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    There are no attendance requirements for homeschoolers in Mississippi. Parents can provide as many instruction hours and days as they feel are necessary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Homeschool Curriculum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    There are no curriculum regulations or required subjects for homeschool programs in Mississippi. It\u2019s up to parents to provide their own homeschool curriculum. However, the state does recommend that parents check out the Mississippi College and Career Readiness Standards<\/a> (MCCRS). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The MCCRS provides clear guidelines for what students should be able to do and what they should know at each grade level. Following the MCCRS will also come in handy if your child needs to return to a public school district. <\/p>\n\n\n