Homeschool Guide

How to Homeschool in Alaska

Here is exactly what Alaska requires to homeschool legally - how to notify (if needed), what records to keep, testing rules, and how to get started.

Last updated June 2026

Notice required
Required
Instructional days
Regular instruction
Portfolio
Not required
Testing / evaluation
Not required

Alaska homeschool requirements

  • Notification: No state notification required. Parents may optionally enroll in a state-funded correspondence program for curriculum and resources.
  • Required subjects: Cover Reading, Writing, Math, Social Studies, Science, Health, PE.
  • Teacher requirement: No teacher certification is required to teach your own children.
  • Portfolio / records: No portfolio is required by the state, though keeping records is recommended.
  • Testing / evaluation: No standardized testing is required by the state.
  • Recordkeeping: No retention period is set by the state; keep records organized year to year.

Key dates & deadlines

At the start of the yearFile your required notification with the district or state.
AnnuallyRenew your notification.

Getting started in Alaska

  1. File your required notification with your district or the state (see requirements above).
  2. Set up simple records: a log of instruction and samples of your child’s work.
  3. Choose curriculum covering Reading, Writing, Math, Social Studies, Science, Health, PE.
  4. Keep your records organized from year to year.

Scholarships & funding in Alaska

Alaska does not currently run a state scholarship or education savings account program that homeschool families can use. Families here typically fund curriculum and materials themselves, which makes keeping clean purchase records useful at tax time and if the state's rules change.

Official resources

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to notify the state to homeschool in Alaska?
No state notification required. Parents may optionally enroll in a state-funded correspondence program for curriculum and resources.
Do I need to be a certified teacher?
No - there is no teacher-certification requirement.
Is standardized testing required?
No - Alaska does not mandate standardized testing.
How long should I keep records?
No retention period is mandated, but keeping thorough records is strongly recommended.
Is there scholarship or ESA funding for homeschoolers in Alaska?
Not at present. Alaska has no state scholarship or education savings account program open to homeschool families, though families still commonly track purchases for their own budgeting.
What subjects must I teach in Alaska?
Alaska requires you to cover Reading, Writing, Math, Social Studies, Science, Health, PE. Beyond that the choice of curriculum and approach is yours.
How many days or hours of instruction does Alaska require?
Alaska does not set a specific hours or days requirement for homeschoolers. Keeping a simple record of instruction is still worthwhile if your circumstances change.
Track all of this automatically

Beyond My Books logs your Alaska instructional days, required subjects, portfolio, and deadlines - and warns you before anything is due.

Start free →

This guide is general information, not legal advice. Homeschool laws change - verify current requirements with your Alaska department of education or county superintendent.