As a homeschool parent, you may be eligible to receive federally funded educational services through the school district under the Equitable Services provision. These services are provided through programs like Title I, II, III, and IV to support eligible students with academic and enrichment opportunities. Below is a list of key information to help you understand how these services work and what is required for participation.
Each Title program has federal requirements that the homeschool must adhere to.
Equitable Services Are Available: Federal law requires school districts to offer certain services to eligible homeschool students, such as academic support, counseling, or enrichment activities—not direct funding or materials.
Eligibility is Based on Program Requirements: Services may be available through Title I, II, III, or IV programs—but only if your child meets the eligibility criteria for each program.
Participation is Voluntary: You are not required to participate, but you must inform the district if you are interested in services each year.
Services Must Be Secular and Non-Ideological: All services provided must be non-religious, neutral, and non-political.
No Direct Funding to Families: Funds are controlled by the school district and used only to provide services—not to reimburse homeschool families.
Consultation is Required: School districts must consult with homeschool representatives when planning services; your input matters, so participation is encouraged.
Documentation May Be Needed: You may be asked to verify residency, academic need, or language status, depending on the service being requested.
Services Are Provided by the District or Contractors: Parents may not select their own service providers—services must be administered through the school district or its approved partners.
Annual Communication is Important: Be sure to respond to outreach from the district each year so you don’t miss the opportunity to participate.
Federal Funds Overview for Homeschool Parents & Students
Title I-A Improving Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged
Part A of Title I, designed to help disadvantaged children meet challenging content and student performance standards, provides financial assistance to districts based on the number of children from low-income families.
United States Department of Education – Title I | U.S. Department of Education
Title II Supporting Effective Instruction
The purpose of Title II, Part A is to meet the following goals: Increase student achievement consistent with state standards; improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other school leaders; increase the number of teachers, principals, and other school leaders who are effective in improving student academic achievement in schools; and provide low-income and minority students greater access to effective teachers, principals, and other school leaders.
United States Department of Education – Title II Link: Supporting Effective Instruction State Grants (Title II, Part A) | U.S. Department of Education
Title III English Learner and Immigrant Students
The English Language Acquisition program is intended to ensure that limited English proficient (LEP) students develop English proficiency and meet the same academic content and achievement standards as other students.
United States Department of Education – Title III Part A Programs - Strengthening Institutions | U.S. Department of Education
Title IV-A Student Support and Academic Achievement
The overarching goal of Title IV, Part A, is to increase the capacity of state education agencies, local education agencies, campuses and communities to meet the following three goals: Provide all students access to a well-rounded education, Improve academic outcomes by maintaining safe and healthy students or Improve the use of technology to advance student academic achievement.
United States Department of Education – Title-IV-A-Program-Profile.pdf
What Federal Support Might Be Available for My Homeschool Student?
Funds may be available through Title I, II, III, or IV programs—but only if your child qualifies based on the specific eligibility criteria for each program.
Below are the 2024–2025 estimated per-student funding amounts for homeschool students. These amounts change every year, so please contact LCSD1 at 307-771-2214 to find out if your child qualifies and how much support may be available:
- Title I-A (each Title I school falls under a different band. Contact LCSD1 for more information)
- Band 1: $1,535 per pupil
- Band 2: $1,485 per pupil
- Band 3: $1,435 per pupil
- Johnson Junior High (JJH): $560 per pupil
- Title II – $50.85 per pupil
- Title III – $70.69 per pupil
- Title IV – $34.40 per pupil
How to Access Equitable Services for Homeschool Students
If you’d like to participate in any of the federally funded programs (such as Title I, II, III, or IV), the homeschool will work with LCSD1 to complete the following steps:
- Visit the LCSD1 Homeschool Page and complete the Equitable Services Form
- Wait to be contacted by the district to review your child’s eligibility — or feel free to call us directly at (307) 771-2214.
- If eligible, you’ll meet with district staff to plan which materials or services may be provided for your child.
Important Reminders:
- All services are coordinated and funded by LCSD1 — families do not receive direct reimbursement.
- Any materials provided (books, software, etc.) remain the property of LCSD#1 and must be returned when no longer in use.