Homeschooling a Child with an IEP in Nebraska

This is general guidance based on Nebraska law. For your specific IEP, consult a special education advocate.

Having an IEP doesn't mean you can't homeschool in Nebraska. You absolutely can. Here's what you need to know about services, rights, and the withdrawal process.

What happens to your child's services

Nebraska does not require districts to provide special education services to homeschooled students. Your district must evaluate your child if you suspect a disability, but you will generally need to arrange and fund services through private providers, Medicaid, or insurance.

Exempt school (homeschool) students not entitled to special education services. Parents assume full responsibility. Districts must provide Child Find evaluations.

Primary source: IDEA — 20 USC 1412(a)(10)(A); 34 CFR 300.130-144

How to access services while homeschooling

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Child Find

Districts must evaluate exempt school students under IDEA

IDEA — 20 USC 1412(a)(3); 34 CFR 300.111

Dual enrollment

Not a clear statutory right

Equitable services

Districts not required to provide services

Therapy access

Speech therapy:: Through community providers, Medicaid, or private insurance
Occupational therapy:: Through community providers, Medicaid, or private insurance
Behavioral therapy:: Through community providers; ABA not covered through exempt school filing

Rule 13 governs exempt schools. No state-level ESA or special needs scholarship for homeschoolers.

Before you withdraw

We recommend these steps for any family withdrawing a child with an IEP:

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Request complete copies of all IEP documents, evaluations, and progress reports before you withdraw.
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Consider requesting an IEP meeting to discuss the transition. This is optional but can provide valuable information.
3
File your homeschool notification with the state as required (our wizard will generate this for you).
4
Arrange any private therapies or services your child needs before withdrawal takes effect.

If you want to re-enroll

Homeschooling is not a one-way door. Your child can re-enroll in public school at any time.

Re-enrollment processes vary by state and district. Contact your local school to ask what evaluation or documentation they require. Keep copies of all IEP records. They will help the district determine placement and next steps.

Keep copies of all IEP documents, evaluations, and progress reports. You'll need these if you re-enroll.

Who to call

You don't have to navigate this alone. These organizations help families with special education questions.

COPAA

copaa.org · Find a special education attorney near you

Wrightslaw

wrightslaw.com · Special education law encyclopedia

Common questions

Can I homeschool a child with an IEP in Nebraska?

Yes. Parents in Nebraska have the right to withdraw their child from public school regardless of disability status. No IEP team can block your withdrawal. However, the IEP itself typically does not transfer to the home setting. Run our free wizard to see exactly what services are available in Nebraska.

What happens to my child's IEP when I start homeschooling in Nebraska?

In most cases, the IEP, which is a contract between your family and the school district, ends when you withdraw. However, federal Child Find obligations still apply, meaning the district must evaluate your child if requested. Some states offer additional protections. Use our wizard to see Nebraska's specific provisions.

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Requirements sourced from Neb. Rev. Stat. Sections 79-1601 through 79-1607. Verified against primary legal sources. Last verified: March 2026