In New York State, the compulsory attendance statute mandates that all children between the ages of six and sixteen be supplied with a program of education, either in a public school or elsewhere. The law does not specify how much time must be spent at school, but it can only be done under the supervision of an adult twenty-one years of age or older. Parents can choose to supply their children over the age of seven with educational materials as well as visit the schools to observe their children's learning. The age of criminal responsibility in New York State is fourteen years old. This means that adolescents who turn fourteen during the school year are legally able to vote in school elections and serve on juries if they're old enough to do so under federal law. The previous requirement was to reach the age of fifteen by October 1st of your seventeenth birthday. Adolescents who remain in school until at least age 16 but fail to meet the requirements of voting and jury service can apply for an exemption from these duties. Such applications are handled on a case-by-case basis by local boards of election or other officials charged with administering the state's voter registration list; those who are denied an exemption can appeal the decision. Not only is school supply shopping fun, but also good for your budget.