* State Requirements: Most states have regulations governing homeschooling. These regulations usually involve submitting a homeschool plan, maintaining attendance records, and sometimes undergoing assessments to ensure the child is receiving a reasonably comparable education to what they would receive in public school. Failure to comply with these state regulations *can* lead to the school district intervening, but not because of the homeschooling itself, but rather because of the non-compliance.
* Compulsory Education Laws: States have compulsory education laws requiring children to receive an education up to a certain age. Homeschooling satisfies this requirement *if* it meets the state's homeschooling regulations.
* Child Neglect/Abuse: If a school district has reasonable suspicion of child neglect or abuse, they may investigate, and if substantiated, could intervene to protect the child, even if the child is homeschooled. This is not a denial of education due to homeschooling, but rather a protective measure.
In short, the right to homeschool is protected, but it comes with responsibilities to meet state regulations. A school district can take action if those regulations are not followed, but cannot simply deny a child's education solely because the parents have chosen to homeschool.