Notify your county superintendent (Option B) with evidence of a high-school diploma, then submit an annual academic assessment (test or portfolio review) in grades 3, 5, 8, and 11.
Yes — homeschooling is legal in every U.S. state. West Virginia 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 6–17 must be enrolled in school or a legal homeschool.
In West Virginia, you send a notice to your county superintendent. Submit the notice of intent + diploma evidence to the county. File the annual assessment for the required grades by Jun 30.
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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