A parent/guardian who wishes to stop homeschooling and enroll a student in Baltimore County Public Schools may do so at any time of the year. For information about registering a student, please visit the BCPS website, Schools - Baltimore County Public Schools (bcps.org).
If you plan to enroll your homeschooled student in BCPS, contact your zoned school. The school will withdraw your child from Home Schooling, so that they can enroll the student in BCPS.
Additional Notes
The student's grade level placement and, if applicable, any high school credits to be awarded are at the discretion of the local school in accordance with COMAR 13A.10.01.04 Placement in Public School:
Upon application of a child for admission to a public school from a home instruction program, the local superintendent (or designee) shall determine by an evaluation the placement of the child and any credits to be awarded toward high school graduation. The evaluation may include administration of standardized tests and examinations and interviews with the child.
➢For High School Students Wishing to Receive Credits for Homeschooling Coursework: Upon enrollment in BCPS, the school will administer the Part A and Part B exams for each course the student wishes to earn credit. Students must successfully complete both Part A and Part B to earn full course credit. The grade earned on these exams will be entered on the student's transcript. High school credits awarded by online schools or other homeschooling programs do not transfer into BCPS. Please contact the school counselor at the time of enrollment to discuss this process for your student.
For information about Magnet Programs, please visit the BCPS website, Magnet Programs