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Myth: Florida Homeschool Has a Mandatory Reading Minimum
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Myth: Florida Homeschool Has a Mandatory Reading Minimum

No, Florida law doesn't require a set number of daily reading minutes for homeschoolers. Here's what FS 1002.41 actually says — and what it doesn't.

The Homeschool Portfolio TeamAugust 5, 2026
The 5 Florida Homeschool Evaluation Options, Explained Calmly
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The 5 Florida Homeschool Evaluation Options, Explained Calmly

If you're new to homeschooling in Florida — or even if you've been at this for years — the phrase "annual evaluation" can make your shoulders climb up to y

The Homeschool Portfolio TeamJune 30, 2026
1 in 10 FL Homeschoolers Are Unschooling — What It Means
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1 in 10 FL Homeschoolers Are Unschooling — What It Means

Ro flexible law makes it possible — and what it means for your family.

The Homeschool Portfolio TeamJune 22, 2026
Florida Homeschoolers & the $1,700 Federal Tax Credit (2027)
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Florida Homeschoolers & the $1,700 Federal Tax Credit (2027)

Florida is joining the federal Education Freedom Tax Credit starting January 2027. Here's how the $1,700 credit actually works for homeschool families.

The Homeschool Portfolio TeamJune 16, 2026
FES Funds Expire June 30: How to Spend Them Wisely
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FES Funds Expire June 30: How to Spend Them Wisely

Florida FES scholarship funds don't roll over after June 30. Here's a calm, practical guide to checking your ClassWallet balance and spending smart.

The Homeschool Portfolio TeamJune 8, 2026
Florida SB 538: What the New Homeschool Extracurricular Law Means
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Florida SB 538: What the New Homeschool Extracurricular Law Means

Florida's SB 538 takes effect July 1, 2026, expanding homeschool access to any public school in your district — but allowing new activity fees. Here's what changed.

The Homeschool Portfolio TeamJune 5, 2026