Homeschool? 

Who Can Do That?

A)  In the state of South Carolina, a parent/ legal guardian may teach their child at home IF they have at least a High School Diploma or GED and they are registered under one of the 3 options of accountability (see SC Law page for details).

Can I Teach A Child Other Than My Own?

A)  No, you must be the parent or "legal" guardian of the child you are teaching.

What is the cost to join PACESC?

A) $30.00... Membership is per family/ per member period.  Fee is non-refundable.  Fee is not prorated when joining after June 1st.

What is the "member period"?

A)  Membership period begins on June 1st ( or activation date if joining later during the school year) and ends on May 31 of the covered academic school year.

What if we won't be done by then?

A)  Your school year calendar can be whatever works for your family or curriculum... You must, by law, have 180 instructional days per year... If your school calendar will extend beyond May 31st- you need only to reenroll and stay covered to count those days.  The Year End Compliance Statement is sent in at the end of your 180 day period and marks the end of your school calendar.

What if we will be done earlier than          May 31st?

A)  You may send in the Year End Compliance Statement once you have completed your 180 days.  If you choose, you may begin a new 180 day school period or take a break.  Your membership coverage will not end until May 31st even if you are accomplishing more than one school year/ grade level during the member period.

For specific requirements by SC Law... see the "SC Law" page.

For specific requirements by PACESC... see the "What PACESC Requires" page.

For answers to other questions, visit our "FAQ" page.