Homebound
Is there a set amount of credits a student can receive each semester when on homebound?
No. This is a local district decision.
Are school districts required to submit applications for reimbursement for services provided to homebound students?
No, Due to recent changes in the funding mechanism, it is no longer necessary for school districts to submit homebound applications to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as there is no special funding/reimbursement for school districts that are providing students with homebound services; all funding has been rolled into the foundation formula funding. This applies to students with and without disabilities.
What is the difference between medical homebound and IEP Placement for homebound?
School districts can, and usually do, provide homebound services to students who are not disabled, for reasons such as surgery, accidents, pregnancies, or prolonged illness. There is not a state statute or regulation that specifically addresses this, but the department does allow these students to be counted for state aid if the level of homebound services is at least 5 hours per week.
Where do I get information about claiming hours for state aid purposes when a student is receiving homebound services for medical purposes.
Claiming hours for state aid is addressed in the Attendance Hour Reporting document.
A doctor states a child cannot attend school and should be put on homebound. What if the school disagrees?
Educational decisions are made by the district. Medical documentation is relevant to determining the need for homebound services but the decision is not made by the physician. If the student has an IEP, the IEP team will make the decision on homebound services and placements. Parents who disagree with that decision have the rights set forth in the Procedural Safeguards, including filing a Child Complaint or a Due Process. The Procedural Safeguards can be found at the following link: