Do I need to include my child’s birthdate and grade on my affidavit?

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No. The law says you affidavit must include “the name and age of each child who shall participate in the home education program,” but not their birthdate, social security number, grade, or gender.

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Aug 29, 2023 | Affidavit

No. If your child turns 6 years old after September 1, you can wait until the next school year to file an affidavit. Source: https://www.psba.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/School-Code-2019-and-Other-FAQ-20190813-ADA-Compliant.pdf

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