In accordance with the Alternative Learning Experience Implementation Standards, WAC 392-121-182(6)(j), prior to enrollment parent(s) or guardian shall be provided with documentation attesting to the understanding of the difference between Home-Based Instruction (homeschooling), Private School, and enrollment in a public school Alternative Learning Experience (ALE).

Home-Based Instruction

Is provided by the parent or guardian as authorized under RCW 28A.200 and 28A.225.010.
Parent has filed an annual Declaration of Intent with the district.
Students are neither enrolled nor eligible for graduation through a public high school unless they meet all district and state graduation requirements.
Students are not subject to the rules and regulations governing public school, including course, graduation, and assessment requirements.
The public school is under no obligation to provide instruction or instructional materials, or to otherwise supervise the student’s education.

Private School

Students are enrolled in an approved private school in the State of Washington.
Students are not subject to the rules and regulations governing public school, including course, graduation, and assessment requirements.
Private School or Home-Based Instruction students may have access to ancillary services, and may enroll in a public school course on a part-time basis (less than full-time) where space is available. Students are responsible for maintaining acceptable attendance and for meeting the course and school requirements for courses in which they are enrolled. They maintain their Home-Based Instruction or Private School student status.

Alternative Learning Experience Program

Is authorized under WAC 392-121-182.
Students are enrolled in public education.
Students are subject to the rules and regulations governing public schools, including course, graduation, and assessment requirements for all portions of the ALE.
Instructional materials used for coursework meet district standards and are free from sectarian control or influence.

Learning experiences are:
- Supervised, monitored, assessed, and evaluated by certificated staff (weekly contact and monthly review).
- Designed learning experiences planned together with student, parent and teacher.
- Provided via a Written Student Learning Plan (WSLP).
- Provided in whole, or part, outside the regular classroom.

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