School choice activists warn parents about blue state's homeschool bill with jail-time provision
A bill in the Illinois legislature proposing new regulations on homeschooling and punishable by misdemeanor jail time, is ...
House committee works 'Raylee's Law' into homeschool bill
While discussing a homeschool billDelegate Kathie Hess Crouse, who is a homeschool parent, says consistency is needed in the ...
What is HB2827? The bill that could change homeschooling rules across Illinois
Homeschooling in Illinois could look a little different if a law being considered by legislators moves forward.
Illinois families protest homeschool bill 'overreach' at Capitol, but legislation advances
Hundreds of homeschooling families came to the Illinois state Capitol to protest against House Bill 2827, which passed out of ...
Opinion
Commentary: Outdated homeschool laws are stifling education innovation
Parents should have the right to form collaborative "microschools" without facing onerous bureaucratic demands.
A flood of emails, 'intimidation' allegations as homeschooling advocates fight regulation
The measure that is dividing the state Capitol would require homeschooling families to notify their school districts when ...
Homer News2dOpinion
Point of View: Homeschooling offers flexibility for educational needs and intellectual interests
Homer News relies on subscription revenue to provide local content for our readers. In response to Eric Waltenbaugh’s recent ...
Daily Herald9d
Controversial home-school legislation passes key House test
After nearly three hours of debate before a packed hearing room, a state House committee on Wednesday voted to advance a bill ...
The State Journal-Register5d
What is the Homeschool Act and why are some Illinois parents against it?
Further, parents or guardians aiming to homeschool a student would need a high school diploma or a recognized equivalent. A House committee advanced the bill last week after hours of debate in a ...