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Homeschooling in Springfield, Massachusetts

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Massachusetts Requires Prior Approval

Unlike many states, Massachusetts requires you to submit an education plan and receive approval from your local superintendent before you begin homeschooling.

Springfield Public Schools Contact

Submit your education plan to the superintendent's office

Springfield Public Schools

Superintendent
Sonia Dinnall
Address
1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103

Tip: Send your education plan via certified mail with return receipt for proof of delivery.

Massachusetts Homeschool Requirements

Massachusetts is a high regulation state. Here's what you need to know:

Hours Required

  • • Elementary (K-6): 900 hours
  • • Secondary (7-12): 990 hours
  • • 180 days of instruction

Education Plan Must Include

  • • Proposed curriculum & hours
  • • Instructional materials list
  • • Evaluation method
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How Ellinia Helps Massachusetts Families

Education Plan Support

  • Curriculum planning tools
  • Subject coverage tracking (13 required)
  • Hours logging (900/990)
  • Materials documentation

Year-End Evaluation

  • Progress report generation
  • Work sample organization
  • Portfolio-ready documentation
  • AI-graded assessments

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