How to start homeschooling in Mississippi

Everything you need to legally begin homeschooling in Mississippi, broken into clear steps. Plan to spend about an hour completing the paperwork before your first day.

The short version

Mississippi requires only a Certificate of Enrollment filed with the local attendance officer each year.

The full process, step by step

Step 1

Obtain a Certificate of Enrollment from your local school attendance officer.

Step 2

Complete and submit by September 15.

Step 3

Submit a withdrawal letter to your child's public school if applicable.

Step 4

Plan and begin curriculum.

Step 5

Refile the certificate each year by September 15.

Things that help on day one

A binder, folder, or app to keep paperwork in one place.
Your child's most recent report card or academic records.
A simple weekly rhythm sketched out — even one bullet list of subjects per day.
A camera or phone for documenting the first weeks of moments.
A list of any homeschool co-ops, libraries, or community groups in your area.

Disclaimer: This guide summarises commonly known Mississippi homeschool requirements. Laws change. For official, up-to-date legal guidance, consult the HSLDA state guide or your state Department of Education before submitting paperwork.

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