Hawaii Homeschool Requirements
Hawaii requires annual notification to the DOE and an annual assessment. The state has limited oversight beyond these requirements, though parent qualifications may be interpreted locally.
Notification Requirements
Notify the state Department of Education annually
Required Subjects
Teacher Qualifications
Varies by district interpretation
Testing & Assessment
Annual assessment by an approved evaluator or standardized test
Instructional Days / Hours
180 days
Record Keeping
Keep records of instruction and assessment
Official Resources for Hawaii
These summaries reflect general requirements as of 2026. Laws change — always verify with an official source before making decisions.
Other Moderate Regulation states
Arkansas requires annual notice to the school district plus an annual standardized test beginning in first grade.
Colorado requires annual district notification and an annual assessment, but gives families wide choice in curriculum and evaluation method.
Florida requires annual notice and a yearly portfolio evaluation, but no specific number of instructional days.
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