UMBRELLA SERVICES

Maryland Homeschool Oversight.

HCHC provides organized portfolio reviews, practical guidance, and recognized umbrella oversight for Maryland families responsible for their home-instruction programs.

HOW TO JOIN

Complete the Required Steps.

Notify Your County

Submit the county-specific Notice of Intent at least 15 days before beginning your home-instruction program.

County Forms

Choose Your Membership

Select the path for an HCHC-enrolled family or an independent homeschool family.

Prepare for Review

Watch for email instructions explaining how to prepare and select a January or June review date.

UMBRELLA RESOURCES

Prepare, Notify, and Get Guidance.

Use the resource that matches your next step.

PREPARE

Umbrella Portal

View preparation videos and guidance before your portfolio review.

View the Portal

NOTIFY

County Forms

Find Maryland county notification forms and instructions for beginning home instruction.

Find County Forms

ASK

Umbrella Consult

Schedule a focused consultation when you need help choosing the right umbrella path.

Schedule a Consult

MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS

Choose the Path That Fits Your Family.

HCHC ENROLLED FAMILIES

Co-op Member Umbrella Enrollment

For families with a child enrolled in an HCHC Leadership Academy program. This option connects active school participation with the discounted umbrella-member path.

January or June portfolio review
Umbrella updates and preparation guidance
Support tied to your active HCHC enrollment

Join as an HCHC Family

INDEPENDENT HOMESCHOOL FAMILIES

Non-Member Umbrella Enrollment

For Maryland families using HCHC for umbrella oversight without enrolling in the tutorial or hybrid program.

Online 20-minute portfolio reviews
Reviews scheduled in January and June
Workshops, phone consultations, field trips, and selected events

Join as an Independent Family

Umbrella payments are final and non-refundable. HCHC provides oversight and support; parents remain responsible for delivering a regular and thorough program of instruction.

Questions?

Use the inquiry form and the HCHC team will help you identify the correct umbrella-membership path.

Ask About Umbrella Services Maryland Fact Sheet