FAIRSD

In South Dakota, the legal term for people who educate their children in their home without government oversight or funding is Alternative Instruction (AI). There are very specific laws that apply to Alternative Instruction. Some families may choose to use an online South Dakota public school program in their homes. This is not considered Alternative Instruction and the Alternative Instruction laws would not apply to them. However, generally homeschoolers welcome everyone to their events regardless of the legal definition of their education choice. 

Homeschooing is just one click away in South Dakota! Click the link below to fill out your one time notification form. This form notifies the State that you are now a homeschooler. You'll complete one entry for each child, and only need to update if you move or if you decide to put your child back into a public or accredited private school. Note: this form is not compatible with handheld devices.