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Home Learning

Keep the flexibility, freedom, and financial benefits of learning at home

Eligible Minnesota families with K–8 students can keep learning at home and get a Flexible Learning Wallet funded by the taxes you already pay.*

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$2,550
in flexible funds,
up to, per year

Your child learns at home. The funding follows them.

Fullmind Home Learning lets your family keep the home learning you've built, with public education funding you can spend on what actually works for your child.

A Flexible Learning Wallet

Up to $2,550 a year to spend on approved learning materials and activities you choose.

Use the taxes you already pay

Minnesota families already fund public education. This puts some of that support toward your child's learning at home.

For students in grades K–8

Kindergarten through 8th grade students in Minnesota are eligible to enroll.

Funds arrive when you need them

Your wallet is paid out in four disbursements, so you can start buying materials right away and keep going all year.

  1. Step 1

    Day one

    Your first disbursement lands when you start, ready for curriculum and supplies.

  2. Step 2

    After getting started

    A second disbursement as your plans take shape.

  3. Step 3

    Midyear refresh

    A third disbursement for classes, lessons, and new materials.

  4. Step 4

    Finish strong

    Your final disbursement to wrap up the year.

Spend it on what works for your child

You know how your child learns best. Use your wallet on approved learning expenses that fit your family's approach.

  • CurriculumApproved full-year programs and subject curricula
  • BooksReaders, workbooks, and reference materials
  • TechnologyDevices and learning software
  • ClassesOnline and in-person courses
  • LessonsMusic, art, and other enrichment

That’s just a start. Anything on the approved expense list counts.

Backed by Fullmind

Fullmind began by serving students who learn outside a traditional classroom, and today partners with school districts across the country to provide live instruction from state-certified teachers.

Our vision is for every child to have access to an exceptional education, wherever they learn. Home Learning brings that same commitment to Minnesota families.

Accredited by CogniaThe same accrediting body used by most U.S. schools
15.5+ years average classroom experienceAcross Fullmind's educators
State-certified teachers in all 50 statesHolding nearly 7,000 certifications

Choosing your curriculum

A 2½-minute guide to choosing curriculum with Fullmind Home Learning.

Questions families ask

Who is eligible for Fullmind Home Learning?

Minnesota students in kindergarten through 8th grade whose parents or guardians are solely responsible, or want to be solely responsible, for their day-to-day instruction. Fill out the form below and we'll confirm whether your child qualifies.

What will my child receive?

Every Home Learning student gets three things:

  • A Flexible Learning Wallet: up to $2,550 a year for approved purchases, including instruments, STEM software and hands-on experiences like museum visits or trips to the zoo, as well as secular curriculum, books, classes and lessons.
  • A mentor teacher: a licensed teacher is available whenever you'd like support. They hold open office hours for whenever you want to connect, whether that's curriculum planning, general questions or advice. They're your resource.
  • The flexibility you need to manage your student(s) and their education as you see fit. Your choice of curriculum, scheduling, etc.
When do I get the funds?

Funds are paid in four disbursements: the first on day one, and three more through the school year.

What is required of our family?

Your child enrolls through one of our partner public schools. That school's funding pays for the program, so there's no cost to your family. Fullmind bills the school directly. When you sign up, we'll ask you to verify your identity and complete the enrollment forms.

After that, you share a short learning log each week, one per subject, on our online learning platform. Your family keeps leading the learning.

A look at a learning log

Reading
Finished two chapters of Charlotte's Web and talked about why Wilbur was so worried. She drew her favorite scene from the barn.
Math
Baked bread and doubled the recipe, so we practiced adding fractions. Then we measured the loaves with a ruler.
Science
Took a nature walk and sketched three kinds of leaves. We looked up which trees they came from.
Just a sentence or two per subject. Your entries count toward attendance and help the district see how students are growing. They aren't graded and aren't a test.
What can I spend the money on?

Approved curriculum, books, technology, classes, lessons, and more. Purchases need to be on the approved expense list.

Do I have to change how we homeschool?

No. The program is built to keep the flexibility and freedom of learning at home. Aside from the learning log, you're free to teach according to your child's needs.

*Eligibility requirements apply. Funds may only be used for approved expenses. Program details are subject to change.

Every child deserves the opportunity to access exceptional education.

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