By Michael Brooks, M.A. on Thursday, 09 November 2023
Category: Homeschooling in your State

How Alabama Families Can Enroll at Enlightium Academy

Enlightium Academy is an approved private Christian school that is accredited by Cognia and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Enlightium has served homeschool, online, and co-op school students in K-12 since 2003. As K-12 education policies are different in each state, it is a parental responsibility to check on their state’s homeschool requirements and fulfill them as applicable. To assist parents with this process, Enlightium provides basic information about each state’s requirements. Parents are also encouraged to review their state’s requirements at hslda.org/legal and/or the Alabama Department of Education, as educational policies are subject to change over time.

Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states and Washington D.C.; however, with a freedom to educational opportunities comes a responsibility to understand and fulfill legal requirements. This can be worrisome, yet you’re not alone in this endeavor. Enlightium Academy is here to help! 

Please note that the resources below serve as a starting point for your family; it is important that you research Alabama homeschooling requirements.

Alabama’s Homeschooling Requirements at a Glance

Homeschooling Options

Option 2: Homeschooling with a private school

State Educational Funds

No

Does the Parent Need to Notify the State?

Yes

Academic Calendar Requirement

No

Reporting Age Requirement

6

Instructor Qualifications

No

Subjects Required 

Yes

Standardized Assessment

No

Immunization Requirement

Yes

Keep a Portfolio

Yes

Enlightium Parents App with Group for Alabama Families

Yes

Homeschooling Options

There are three homeschooling options in Alabama. Families with students enrolled at Enlightium Academy can choose Option 2: Homeschooling with a private school, which allows a student to learn from home while enrolled in an existing private school.

State Educational Funds

No state educational funds are available for homeschooling families at this time.

Notifying the State

According to the Alabama Department of Education, five days after you start school (or as soon as possible if you missed this window), you must provide the name(s) and address(es) of your students enrolled at Enlightium Academy to your:

or

Age Requirement

Ages five or younger:

Students are not required to attend school, but can enroll in primary school at Enlightium Academy to have a head start and be ready for Kindergarten.

Ages six through 17:

Students must continue their education at a school of their parent’s choice until they either graduate or turn 17; this includes homeschooling with Enlightium Academy.

Instructor Qualifications

The Alabama Department of Education does not require students in Option 2 to have teachers with specific credentials or qualifications. 

As a part of Enlightium Academy’s dual accreditation, Enlightium teachers are state and/or ACSI-certified. A number of our faculty members have Master's and Doctorate degrees in their fields.

Students in the Homeschool Program (grades PreK-8) use book-based Christian curricula from AOP or BJU Press, while students in the Online Program (grades 3-12) use the digital Christian curriculum, "Ignitia". Finally, students in the Sapphire Live program (grades 3-12) use a collection of the best curriculum options on the market. Each curriculum includes Bible, English, math, science, social studies, and electives courses. Click here to learn about the curriculum used at Enlightium Academy and to find the curriculum option that works best for your family.

Required Subjects

Physical Education - The Alabama Department of Education requires private schools to include a “good faith program” of physical education. Enlightium Academy provides families with several options to complete this requirement:

Standardized Assessment

The Alabama Department of Education does not require a standardized test for homeschooled students. However, Enlightium provides multiple assessment options to help you see how your student is progressing per given grade level:

Immunization Requirement

Immunization is required in the state of Alabama; therefore, parents are required to keep their children’s immunization records or exemptions for medical or religious reasons. Enlightium Academy does not require student immunization as we serve homeschool students but must abide by state regulations.

Keep a portfolio

You may need to provide your state with additional information, so please keep a digital record every year you are enrolled at Enlightium Academy, which should include the following:

Enlightium Parents App with Group for Alabama Families

Enlightium Academy has an app and desktop platform for families of currently enrolled students. Within this app is a group just for families living in Alabama to inform and support each other in fulfilling your state’s homeschooling requirements. 

Your family will be added to this group upon enrolling at Enlightium and downloading the Enlightium Parents app (which is provided upon enrollment).

Ready to Enroll at Enlightium Academy?

  1. Explore Enlightium Academy’s website or watch this video about online homeschooling.
  2. If you have any questions:
    1. Chat with a team member
    2. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
    3. Call (866) 488-4818 option 2
  3. Ready to enroll? Click here to start the enrollment process, and select the blue button near the top of the page.

Enlightium Academy is a private Christian online school that serves homeschooling families by offering a Bible-based, flexible, accredited, teacher-supported, and affordable education from the comfort of your home. For any other questions about Enlightium, please call (866) 488-4818, or visit EnlightiumAcademy.com.

We review state requirements and regulations annually; however, each state may update its guidelines more frequently. If you have additional questions, please contact your state board of education.

Sources reviewed in November 2023:

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