File a statement of intent with your district at least 5 days before starting (14 days if relocating) and annually. Standardized testing in grades 4, 6, 8, and 10; monitoring may apply depending on parent qualifications.
Yes — homeschooling is legal in every U.S. state. North Dakota is a moderate-regulation state, meaning you file a notice and keep up one ongoing duty, such as an assessment or portfolio. Children roughly ages 7–16 must be enrolled in school or a legal homeschool.
In North Dakota, you send a notice to your local district superintendent. File the statement of intent with your district at least 5 days before starting; administer required tests in grades 4/6/8/10.
Specific deadlines and details can change year to year and vary by district — always confirm the current rules with your district or state.
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