Homeschooling Resource Consideration

Homeschooling Resource Considerations May 2024 updated.pdf

Graduation with a Manitoba Diploma vs Finishing School as a Homeschool Student

Even though a student completes high-school-level-work at home, A Manitoba diploma can only be issued if the student is formally registered in an approved school program and taught be a Manitoba-certified teacher.

See the break down here.

Graduation with a Manitoba School Diploma vs Finishing School as a Homeschooled .pdf

1) Why Registration Matters for Homeschool Families

Homeschooling offers families flexibility, freedom, and meaningful time together.
Registering with Manitoba’s Homeschool Office helps ensure clarity around your child’s education and keeps future options open—without changing how you homeschool.

This guide explains why registration matters.

2) Thinking About Returning To School? A Quick Guide for Homeschool Families

Many families move between homeschooling and public school at different points in their journey. If you’re considering a return—full time or part time—this guide outlines the steps to help you explore your options at a pace that feels right for your family.

3) A Guide for Homeschooled High School Students in Manitoba
Returning to public school is a big step — and this handout will help you understand how high school works in Manitoba, what credits are required for graduation, and what to expect when transitioning from homeschooling to a GVSD high school.

Registration Guide.pdf

HIGH SCHOOL

Date: June 22 -24  Grade 8 tours through schools will take place on these dates. If homeschool families would like to join a school group, reach out to Homeschool Engagement Facilitators, the division office or your catchment area school and we can coordinate you joining a grade 8 group. 

Homeschool Connection

We can:

  • Help register your child for homeschool or public school
  • Connect you with a local school
  • Arrange a school tour
  • Answer questions about High School options
  • Clarify part time schooling
  • Clarify the difference between graduating with a Manitoba diploma or as a homeschooler
  • Answer questions about public school
  • Support your children’s educational journey

Call 204.325.8335 or email  [email protected] or [email protected]

GVSD Homeschool Initiative

The Homeschool Engagement Coordinator will work with all homeschool families K-12 who reach out to us.

GVSD wishes to provide every student in our catchment the opportunity to earn a Manitoba high school diploma if the student and family desires.

Learn more by visiting GVSD Homeschool Initiative.

Role of the Homeschool Engagement Facilitator

To develop trust between the home and school for homeschool families who wish to access support.

To assist homeschool families with accessing supports and options such as InformNET (high school programming), community services and part time school enrolment, when desired.

To connect homeschool families with the appropriate people, programs and services to support their educational goals.