FAQs

Find answers to your questions about the CHEC Independent School right here. Don’t see your question listed? Contact us.

Do I need to submit a Notice of Intent to the school district if I enroll?

No. If you enroll in the CHEC Independent School, you are NOT subject to the requirements of the Homeschool Law and should not submit a Notice of Intent.

Oops! I already submitted a Notice of Intent, but I’d rather enroll in the CHEC Independent School. What can I do?

If you intend to join the CHEC Independent School and have already filed a Notice of Intent, you must withdraw your Notice of Intent by sending a letter to the school district.

If I filed a Notice of Intent (under Homeschool Law), can I file test scores with you?

Yes! The CHEC Independent School is able to hold test scores for those families who have filed a Notice of Intent under the Homeschool Law and are looking for a place to file the tests. Go here to download the Hold Test Scores form, then mail it in with your payment and test scores.

How do I enroll?

We’re glad you asked! You can enroll here.

Who can enroll?

Enrollment applications are accepted from all students and families. In the event of truancy, suspension, parents with disputed educational authority, or other similar situations, the application may need to be reviewed by CHEC’s Executive Director.

When is enrollment open?

The CHEC Independent School year runs from August through July, but enrollment is typically open from June through April 30th. Enrollments are good from the date noted on the enrollment confirmation letter through July 31st.

Is there a deadline to enroll?

Enrollment closes after April 30th. Families may enroll anytime prior to that for the school year. There is not a summer deadline for enrollment. Please note: Make sure you are following the compulsory education law by having your students enrolled for the full school year; we recommend August through the end of the year. If you apply to enroll after September, you will be considered a transfer/partial-year enrollment.

Enrollments do not run on a 12 month period based on when you enroll, but end on July 31st of that school year.

How much does it cost to enroll?

Enrollment fees are per family, not per student. Enroll online by August 31st for the upcoming year $85 (save $10!); or, regular enrollment from September–April is $95. (No internet access? You can also submit a paper application, but please note that online access to benefits is unavailable for paper application enrollments.)

Enrollments are good from the date noted on the enrollment confirmation letter through July 31st. These fees are not prorated for partial year enrollment.

Please note: The CHEC Independent School does not receive any government funding.

What are the benefits of enrolling?

When you enroll as a family with the CHEC Independent School to homeschool in Colorado, you’ll enjoy security, privacy, and a terrific lineup of All-Access benefits. Learn more here.

What is required of members?

Check out the policies of the CHEC Independent School for more information.

Where are my student’s records stored?

All records are stored electronically on our private secure network.

How can I submit my student’s records?

You may upload your records directly here or mail them to us and we’ll upload them for you (include a check for the $15 document handling fee).

What do I need to know about assessments? When are they due?

Click here for more information about assessment options & requirements for members of the CHEC Independent School. Assessments are due in odd-ending school years (i.e. for the 2018–2019 school year).

How do I know which grade I should enroll my student in? (Click to view the Age/Grade Chart)

When you submit an application, you will select a grade for your student either according to our listed Age/Grade Chart (included below) or as a modified grade. (More information about the modified grades is located on the Policies page; scroll down to “Grade Level Assignment or Changes”).

Here is the chart for the 2020-2021 school year. (Click to view a larger image.)

My family is currently enrolled. How can I update my records with a new address, etc.?

Click here to update your records with us.

How can I add a new student to my family enrollment? Does it cost?

Enrollment in the CHEC Independent School is based on family, so additional students within the same family are included in the registration fee. To add a new student, go here to complete the form.

Does CHEC provide curriculum for members of the CHEC Independent School?

Parents are free to select and use the curriculum of their choice. Curriculum is not included in the enrollment fee. Most curriculum suppliers have websites to sell their curriculum. Check out our Curriculum resources page for more information.

Can my student participate in public school classes, extracurricular activities, or sports?

Students taught at home under the CHEC Independent School are considered private school students, but they are still eligible to participate in public school extracurricular activities if the public school district allows. Read below for details, and for more information, view our policies.

Public School Classes: Contact your school of residence to see if they allow private schooled students to take classes on a part-time basis.

Extracurricular activities: These are non-academic activities like Chess Club. Contact your school of residence to see if they allow private schooled students to take participate in Extracurricular activities.

Sports: CHSSA governs high school sports and they have stated that as a private school enrollee, your student can play for their school of residence (district authorities can determine which high school within that district) or their school of “attendance” (the district where the independent school is located).

Read the full policies from the CHSSA in their handbook.

How do I withdraw my student?

Complete this form to withdraw your student. Near the bottom of the form you’ll find a list of what is required at withdrawal (including attendance for the school year to date).

Help! I’m not very computer-savvy. What are my options?

No problem! You can download hard copies of the application or attendance forms, then print and mail to us. (Please note, mailed forms incur a separate document handling fee). Check out the forms here.

Can I enroll if I am out-of-state or out-of-country?

You must follow the homeschool laws for the state or country that you live in.

If your state or country allows for a family to be enrolled in a private school located in Colorado/the US and teach their children at home, then you can enroll in the CHEC Independent School.

Click here for the International Application form to begin your enrollment process.

HSLDA has all homeschool laws on its website:

United States homeschool laws
International homeschool laws (for countries in which it is legal to homeschool)

If your family is US military and living on base, then US laws apply.