HOMESCHOOLING IN MONSON
Monson Public Schools recognizes the right of parents and guardians to provide home-based education for their children in accordance with Massachusetts law. As part of this process, Massachusetts law requires school districts to ensure that all school-age children residing in the community are receiving an appropriate education. Families who choose to homeschool must submit an annual Homeschool Education Plan for review and provide documentation of student progress at the conclusion of each school year.
Getting Started
Families intending to homeschool a school-age child who resides in Monson must submit a Homeschool Education Plan annually for review by the Superintendent or designee.
As part of the plan, families will be asked to provide:
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The number of hours of attendance in the program
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The qualifications of those who will be instructing the student
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A description of each subject to be taught and how each subject will be taught
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A planned schedule of instruction, including the number of hours devoted to each subject
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A description of how the student's educational progress will be measured
Monson Public Schools will review submitted plans and provide acknowledgment within approximately two weeks of receiving a complete submission.
FAQs
Do I need to submit a homeschool plan every year?
Yes. Massachusetts law requires families to submit a homeschool education plan annually for review.
How long does the review process take?
Monson Public Schools will generally provide acknowledgment of a proposed homeschool plan within two weeks of submission.
Do I need to complete a progress report?
Yes. Families are asked to provide an annual progress report describing the student's academic progress during the homeschool year.
Do I need to register my homeschooled child with Monson Public Schools?
No. Students who are homeschooled full-time are not required to complete the district's standard enrollment or annual online registration process. Families must instead submit the required homeschool documentation each year.
Can my child participate in homeschool cooperatives or enrichment programs?
Yes. Families may participate in homeschool cooperatives, enrichment opportunities, and other educational programming as part of their homeschool instructional plan.
Can homeschooled students participate in school athletics?
Homeschooled students may be eligible to participate in interscholastic athletics, subject to district and Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) requirements.
Additional requirements may include:
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Submission of a current physical examination
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Quarterly academic progress documentation to verify eligibility
Families interested in athletic participation should contact:
Mary Zurawka
Athletic Director
zurawkam@monsonschools.com
413-267-4150 x6003
Questions or Assistance
Families considering or currently homeschooling are encouraged to contact the Office of the Superintendent with any questions regarding procedures, documentation, or available supports.
Superintendent's Office
Monson Public Schools
413-267-4150