Maryland Homeschooling: Choose Your Path
Whether you choose the Portfolio Option or an Umbrella Group, we help you stay organized.
Regulation Level
High Regulation
Oversight
Local Superintendent OR Umbrella Group
At a Glance
- Notice of Intent (15 days prior)
- Regular and thorough instruction
- Portfolio Reviews (Option 1)
- Umbrella Group oversight (Option 2/3)
Maryland offers distinct paths: direct district oversight with portfolio reviews, or supervision by a church/school umbrella. Your compliance experience depends heavily on which path you choose.
Filed with the local superintendent at least 15 days before starting homeschooling. Choose between: 1) District Portfolio Reviews, 2) Church Umbrella, or 3) State-Approved School Umbrella. If choosing Option 1, you must participate in portfolio reviews with district personnel (usually twice a year). Math, English, science, social studies, art, music, health, and PE.📨Notice of Intent
pathOversight Option
👀Portfolio Reviews
📚Subjects
Common Challenges
Homeschooling in Maryland comes with unique hurdles.
Sound Familiar?
These are the top struggles we hear from Maryland families.
Review Stress
For Option 1 families, the face-to-face portfolio reviews with district staff can be intimidating and subjective.
Umbrella Costs
Joining an umbrella group (Option 2/3) avoids district reviews but often comes with tuition or fees.
Consistent Records
Regardless of the option, you need to maintain 'regular and thorough' records of instruction.
How HatchEDU Solves Maryland Compliance
We've built specific tools to handle Maryland's regulations.
Review-Ready Portfolios
Organize your work samples by subject and date. Walk into your district review with confidence.
Umbrella Reporting
Generate the reports your umbrella group needs to verify your instruction.
Subject Tracking
Ensure you're covering all 8 required subjects with our curriculum planner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Only if you choose Option 1. If you join an approved umbrella group (Option 2 or 3), they handle the oversight.
Not by the state for Option 1, though they can request it if there are concerns. Umbrella groups may have their own testing requirements.
Yes, you can switch from district oversight to an umbrella group (or vice versa) by filing an updated Notice of Intent.
Helpful Resources for Homeschool Families
Expert guidance to help you succeed
Homeschool laws can change. Always confirm requirements with your local school district or state education officials. HatchEDU provides tools to assist with compliance but does not provide legal advice.
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