Homeschool Information

Student Registration and Appendices
Home school students enrolling as Full-Time Students-  During the last school year if your child was home schooled and now wants to enroll full time in the school district.  Please bring the following information to the school office in the building which your child will attend:                            

                          1.  Student registration form is located on the left-hand column of the screen
                          2.  Student's original birth certificate or passport
                          3.  Student's immunizations
                          4.  Parent/guardian proof of residency in the school district
                              (acceptable forms are signed lease, current utility bill, or sale of house agreement)
                          5.  Guardianship and custody papers if applicable        
                 
Home school students enrolling as Part-Time/Non-Registered (PTNR) students for the first time- During the last school year if your child was home schooled and would like to participate in either curricular, co-curricular, interscholastic, intramural or activities for the upcoming school year.  The following information is required to complete registration at the Student Registration Office:

                           1.  Student registration forms are located on the home page under District Forms, Student Enrollment Registration Forms
                          2.  Student's original birth certificate or passport
                          3.  Student's immunizations
                          4.  Parent/guardian proof of residency in the school district
                               (acceptable forms are signed lease or sale of house agreement, tax notice)
                          5.  Guardianship and custody papers if applicable.
                          6.  The appropriate appendices below.

2024-2025 PTNR students returning as PTNR students or full time-  During the last school year if your child was participating in either curricular, co-curricular, athletics or activities at the school and would like to continue for the upcoming school year or become a full-time student.  The following information is required to complete registration at the Student Registration Office:

                        1.  Parent/guardian proof of residency in the school district     
                          (acceptable forms are signed lease, current utility bill or sale of house agreement)
                           This must be submitted every year, even if you haven't moved.

                        2.  The appropriate appendices below.    

APPENDICES: Click on the name of the Appendix to open the document.  The complete Homeschooling Packet and Appendices in PDF format can be found at the following link:   Homeschooling Packet

Appendix A- This is the application, affidavit, health forms, and screening information required by the Upper Adams School District for home schooling.  This form must be submitted to Mrs. Courtney McCreary.  Each application will require two (2) weeks for review and approval.  The Student Registration Office can notarize your affidavit for free, please call ahead to make sure they are available.  

Outline- Sample outline for your reference.

Appendix B- As a homeschooling parent you are allowed to request materials from the school district.  Please fill out one form per child.  If you are only requesting materials you do not need to register.  Please return by August 15th to the District Office.

Appendix C- This form is to be completed if your child wants to take courses at their neighborhood school, one form per student.  Reminder these students are considered PTNR students and must be registered with the school district.     

Appendix D- The form should be completed for participation in interscholastic athletics.  Interscholastic athletics are only available for students in grades 9-12.  This request requires specific selection of the sport(s) of interest by March 15th.  

Appendix E- Elementary & Middle school students who would like to participate in school-based activities/events need to complete this form.  Specific activities are not required but highly recommended.  Many school-based activities/events are offered on availability of coaches, facilities and funds.  A complete list of school-based activities/events can be obtained by contacting the school in which you would attend, if enrolled.  You can participate in your neighborhood school(s) only. 

Appendix F- High School Students who would like to participate in co-curricular activities must complete this form.  Specific options, time lines and dates are not always available until after the start of the school year.  A list of activities can be obtained by contacting Biglerville High School.

Appendix G: - Homeschool Evaluation Form to be submitted no later than June 30th of each school year.

Miscellaneous Information   Food Service-  Occasionally, home school students may have lunch in school if they are in the building at that time for curriculum activities, co-curricular activities, or facilities use.  They may also be eligible for free and reduced lunch if they qualify.  This is not a service which may be selected in advance but rather a measure to be implemented for the convenience of the homeschooler if it is judged reasonable by administration during the school year.

Health Screening and Physicals- The school district will provide mandated health screenings to any school age student who is a resident of our school district regardless of enrollment status.  Home-schoolers are invited to participate in our health screenings at their neighborhood school to which they would be assigned.  Click Here To View The List Of Required Health Screenings For Each Grade Level.  For more information on screenings, please contact the appropriate health professional at the building your student  would attend.

Management of Student Data- Data for home schooled students will be maintained separate from other students.  PTNR student data will be maintained in the building they are assigned.  The following information is required for various state reports and/or to meet state regulations.          

Student Assessment- Please contact your child's neighborhood school and speak with administration for testing information.                                    

The Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA)
(Grades 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8)    

The Pennsylvania Keystone Exam  
(Available For Grade 11)   

Special Education Assessment/Services- Assessments will be conducted by the school district after a written request from a home school supervisor and a follow up meeting with school district staff.  Mr. Brian Booher should be contacted to make arrangements.  If services are necessary they will be provided in the public school. 

Student Parking-  Student parking information can be viewed on the Biglerville High School Website or by contacting the Biglerville High School Main Office.

Transportation-  Homeschooled students taking a first period class will be transported in the morning and those taking a last period class will be transported home.

Regulations
The school principal and staff will be responsible for the supervision and discipline of home schooled students while in school.  Students will be expected to follow all rules and regulations of the Upper Adams School District.    

The following publications are available on the individual school's website, unless indicated otherwise:      Student Handbooks (Elementary & Secondary Levels)      Upper Adams School District Course Selection Guide (Biglerville High School Only)

Other Resources:  "The Guide to the PA Homeschool Law" by Howard and Susan Richman.  Copies can be purchase by contacting:  PA Homeschoolers, 105 Richman Ln., Kittanning, PA  16201.  www.pahomeschoolers.com

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