Home & Hospital Instruction
Home Hospital Instruction (HHI)
Supporting Students. Supporting Healing.
Home Hospital Instruction provides temporary educational services to students who are unable to attend school due to a medical or psychiatric condition. Our goal is to support your child’s academic progress while they focus on recovery.
*See below for additional forms and resources.
How the Process Works
Submit Request
Complete the HHI Request Form and upload all required documentation.
Review
Our team will review your request and may contact you for additional information.
Approval
You will be notified of the decision. If approved, instruction will be arranged.
Instruction Begins
HHI services will begin based on the student’s individual needs.
Required Uploads
You must upload the following based on the type of referral:
If Physician Certification is selected:
- Physician Certification completed
- Treatment Plan
- Authorization for Release of Health Information
- Additional Medical Documentation, as needed
If Psychiatrist Certification is selected:
- Psychiatrist Certification completed
- Agency Release of Information
- Treatment Plan
- Authorization for Release of Health Information
- Psychiatric Evaluation or documentation, as needed
i Additional documents such as transcripts, IEP/504 plans, or school schedules may also be requested.
Need Assistance Completing the Form?
If a parent, guardian, or district staff member is unable to submit the HHI request themselves, a completed Parent Authorization to Submit HHI Request form will be required.
Download Parent Authorization FormFAQs
How long does the HHI process take?
Processing times may vary depending on the completeness of the request and required documentation.
How long can my child receive HHI?
HHI is temporary and based on the student’s documented medical or psychiatric need.
Will my child keep the same teacher?
Instruction will be coordinated based on staffing, student needs, and district procedures.
What if my child’s condition improves?
Please contact the HHI team so the district can review the student’s return-to-school plan.
Can HHI be extended?
Extensions will require an Extension Application with supporting documentation and will be subject to district review.
What if my child receives Special Education services?
Students receiving Special Education services outside of RSP should contact the Special Education Department for HHI assistance.
What documents will I need?
Required documents depend on whether the request is based on physician or psychiatrist certification.
If you have additional questions, please contact the Home Hospital Instruction team.
Additional Forms & Resources
The forms below may be needed depending on the type of request, extension, or authorization required.
Release of Information
Allows communication between the district and healthcare providers regarding Home Hospital Instruction services.
Download Release of Information FormMedical Extension Request
Required when requesting continued HHI services due to an ongoing medical condition.
Download Medical Extension RequestMental Health Extension Request
Required when requesting continued HHI services due to a psychiatric or mental health condition.
Download Mental Health Extension RequestParent/Guardian Authorization Form
Required when another individual is submitting an HHI request on behalf of a parent or guardian.
Download Parent/Guardian Authorization Form