The Home School Graduation Recognition Act allows students who complete their education at home to be officially recognized as high school graduates. This change helps ensure they have the same opportunities for college and financial aid as other graduates.
Home School Graduation Recognition Act This bill clarifies that students who complete their secondary education in a home school setting recognized under state law are high school graduates for purposes of eligibility for federal student aid.
1. This bill recognizes home school graduates as high school graduates. 2. It changes the rules in the Higher Education Act of 1965. 3. Students who complete home school education will be treated like traditional graduates. 4. The bill updates language to reflect non-traditional education settings. 5. It aims to help home school graduates access higher education opportunities.
This bill affects students who are home schooled and their families.