Homeschooling a Child with an IEP in Wyoming
This is general guidance based on Wyoming law. For your specific IEP, consult a special education advocate.
Having an IEP doesn't mean you can't homeschool in Wyoming. You absolutely can. Here's what you need to know about services, rights, and the withdrawal process.
What happens to your child's services
Wyoming districts must develop a services plan (not a full IEP) for homeschooled children with disabilities and ensure your participation in the planning process. Contact your district about available equitable services and Child Find evaluations.
Instead of an IEP for parentally placed students, IDEA requires districts to develop a services plan. Districts must ensure homeschool representatives participate in services plan meetings.
Primary source: IDEA — 20 USC 1412(a)(10)(A); 34 CFR 300.130-144
How to access services while homeschooling
Child Find
Districts obligated under ESSA and IDEA to identify and evaluate children with suspected disabilities.
How to request: Contact local school district
IDEA — 20 USC 1412(a)(3); 34 CFR 300.111
Equitable services
Districts develop services plans for parentally placed students; proportionate share applies.
How to request: Contact local school district to request services plan
IDEA — 20 USC 1412(a)(10)(A); 34 CFR 300.130-144
Dual enrollment
No explicit statutory right to part-time enrollment for homeschooled students.
Therapy access
- Speech therapy:
- May be available through services plan
- Occupational therapy:
- May be available through services plan
- Behavioral therapy:
- Limited; primarily private providers
WY DOE issued guidance (March 2025) reminding districts of ongoing equitable services and Child Find obligations. Early childhood special ed (ages 3-5) through regional programs.
Before you withdraw
We recommend these steps for any family withdrawing a child with an IEP:
- 1
Request complete copies of all IEP documents, evaluations, and progress reports before you withdraw.
- 2
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
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