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Committee reviews homebound instruction policy; staff stresses medical referral process and multistep eligibility
Summary
The policy committee examined proposed Policy 1-17 on homebound instruction, clarifying that homebound services are permissive, typically used for up to 90 days for medical reasons, and that eligibility depends on medical referrals plus school nurse and student‑services review.
Wallingford‑Swarthmore School District policy reviewers on May 6 discussed a proposed update to Policy 1‑17 governing homebound instruction, clarifying when the district provides in‑home instruction for students unable to attend school for medical reasons.
The policy is intended to guide district practice when students are medically unable to attend school for extended periods. ‘‘Homebound is a permissive service that school districts can generally offer,’’ said Dr. Mary McCullough, director of student services, noting…
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