Purpose:
The Hot Springs School District 23-2 is expanding its focus, creating access to homeschool families who choose to have their children participate. This is limited to grades 6-12.
Who is Eligible?
Factors such as capacity, student attendance, and history of student success will be considered when assessing eligibility during the enrollment process. Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year ends on September 1st. Families are encouraged to register before May 31st for thorough preparation both for the school and families.
Eligibility criteria includes:
Residents of the Hot Springs School District 23-2 are eligible to enroll their child (6th-12th grade) for the Hot Springs Homeschool Academy.
Admittance to the program will be for students who were homeschooled for the 2024-2025 school year.
What are my students' options for enrollment?
The Bison Homeschool Program is open to Hot Springs School District 23-2 students who are interested in part-time enrollment (online or in-person), full-time enrollment (online or in-person) or a blended combination.
Online Self-Paced Courses
In-person On-Site Courses - Course Catalogue
Blended combination of online and/or in-person part-time or full-time
How do I register my student(s)?
Student registrations and enrollments will be accepted through September 1st or until student capacity is reached. The application will be two-fold.
Once the application form has been received, the district will review the submitted application.
Communication for acceptance will occur by
July 1st.
The school will then schedule an orientation with each family between August 1 and the first day of the school year.
The orientation will determine the student’s plan of study for the 25-26 school year, including online classes and/or on-site classes.
Handbook:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UrqA0iL1LajLVTGDqP6UNFEts3H_jWf0nONHt4DIj6I/edit?usp=sharing
Online interest form:
https://forms.gle/rrhYL4HYyuTiLia89