My current location: , | Change location

Vermont Compulsory Education Laws


More Information on Compulsory Education Laws

Code SectionTit. 16 §§1121, et seq.; Tit. 16, §166b
Age at Which School Attendance is RequiredBetween 6 and 16
Exceptions to Attendance RequirementsChild physically/mentally unable to attend; child has completed 10th grade; child is excused by superintendent; enrolled in and attending a postsecondary school
Home School ProvisionsWritten notice must be given; enrollment reports; progress assessments through standardized tests or licensed teacher
Penalties on Parents for NoncomplianceTruant officer gives notice and upon noncompliance without a legal excuse fine of up to $1000; also complaint entered to town grand juror

Note: State laws are constantly changing -- contact an attorney or conduct your own legal research to verify the state law(s) you are researching.

Research the Law:

Related Resources for Compulsory Education Laws: