Homebound Instruction
Homebound instruction shall be made available to students who are confined at home or in a health care facility for periods that would prevent normal school attendance (8VAC20-131-180).
The term “confined at home or in a health care facility” means the student is unable to participate in the normal day-to-day activities typically expected during school attendance; and, absences from home are infrequent, for periods of relatively short duration, or to receive health care treatment. Students receiving homebound instruction may not work or participate in extra-curricular activities, non-academic activities (such as field trips), or community activities unless these activities are specifically outlined in the student’s medical plan of care or the Individualized Education Program (if applicable).
Click here to access the Homebound Instruction Form.
PLEASE NOTE:
This form, including parental permission to contact the treating physician or psychologist, must be fully completed in order for the student to be considered for homebound services. Completed forms should be faxed DIRECTLY to the Office of Student Support Services at 276-634-4713 and NOT to the student’s school.
Contact Us
If you have questions about completing this form, please contact the Director of Student Support Services, at 276-634-4735.
If it is necessary to extend homebound instruction beyond the initial time frame or longer than nine calendar weeks, a transition plan is required. Click here to view the Reauthorization for Extension of Homebound Services Form.