Yes, homeschooling is legal in Wyoming under the Wyoming Statutes §21-4-101 through §21-4-104. Parents may educate children at home if they comply with minimal oversight, including annual assessment requirements and submission of an educational plan to local school districts.
Key Regulations for Homeschooling in Wyoming
- Annual Assessment Mandate: Homeschooling families must submit standardized test results or a professional evaluation annually to the local board of trustees by September 15, per Wyo. Stat. §21-4-102(a)(iii).
- Curriculum Approval: An educational plan outlining subjects taught must be filed with the district superintendent before instruction begins, though no specific curriculum is prescribed.
- Teacher Qualifications: No formal teaching credentials are required; parents or tutors must merely provide instruction in core subjects (e.g., math, science, English).
Wyoming’s 2026 legislative session introduced HB 0052, which expanded dual enrollment options for homeschooled students but retained existing oversight mechanisms. Local school boards retain discretion to request additional documentation, though appeals may be filed with the Wyoming Department of Education. Failure to comply risks revocation of homeschool status and mandatory re-enrollment in public school.