[gcruse]

The fact the kid is homeschooled reduces the funds the school receives, doesn't it? So the homeschooled kid is consuming resources that aren't paid for. I guess. This is the first I've heard of the problem, anyway.

[GummyIII]

That depends on the system and how dependent they are on federal monies. My system isn't...it's over 80% funded by local funds, and the rest from grants and some state funds. We do have some Perkins money that is used for technology/vocational education (federal money..less than 1% of the overall funds)so that would be a consideration, for sure. It IS based on the number of students in those classes. However, if a home-schooler decided to take advantage of those classes, s/he would be counted in the tally, so that would definitely be an advantage for the school.

[bigcat00]

In our state, sports are entirely self-funded. So having a homeschool kid participate makes no difference. Plus, there is a fee for participation which everyone has to pay anyway.