Full question:
What are the school attendance requirements in Iowa? Minimum age and age to withdraw.
- Category: Education
- Subcategory: Compulsory Education
- Date:
- State: Iowa
Answer:
In Iowa, children ages six to sixteen must attend school. Specifically, a child who turns six by September 15 is required to attend school until they turn sixteen. However, if a child enrolled in school turns sixteen after September 15, they must continue attending school until the end of that school year.
Additionally, a child who turns five by September 15 and is enrolled in school is also considered of compulsory attendance age unless their parent or guardian submits a written notice to withdraw them. Furthermore, a child who turns four by September 15 and is enrolled in a statewide preschool program is also subject to compulsory attendance unless the parent or guardian provides written notice to withdraw them from the program.
For reference, see Iowa Code § 299.1A.
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