When withdrawing your child to homeschool, you need to know what applicable federal, state, and district rules that apply and you must follow them to ensure a smooth transition. Start by looking up your state’s requirements to withdraw from public school to homeschool and then see what requirements your district may have. If you don't know your state laws you can find them here.
Steps to Transfer To Homeschool
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Writing a withdrawal letter
Writing a withdrawal letter serves various purposes. It notifies the school of your intent to homeschool, it allows the school to update their records, and it’s a legal requirement in most states. However the most important reason to craft one is it prevents any misunderstandings or allegations of truancy. Your letter should be well written and professional in appearance. It should contain your contact information, your child’s full name, the school’s name, the withdrawal date, and the reason for the withdrawal. You should also mention specific requests or instructions, such as requesting transcripts or picking up personal belongings. Below you can find two sample letters one for the state of Texas and another for all other states, just copy and paste into your own word processing software.