Parents choose homeschooling for many reasons. From wanting more personalized education to accommodating special needs, the decision to teach your children at home opens up a world of opportunities. But before you start this journey, you need to let your school district know about your plans. A letter of intent to homeschool is often the first official step.
These sample letters show you how to properly notify your school district about your homeschooling plans. Each follows legal requirements while addressing different situations families might face. Read on to find the perfect template for your needs.
Letters of Intent to Homeschool
Here are fifteen professionally crafted letters to help you start your homeschooling journey on the right foot.
1. Basic Letter of Intent
August 15, 2025
Mr. James Wilson Superintendent Maple Creek School District 123 Education Lane Maple Creek, CA 90210
Subject: Notice of Intent to Homeschool
Dear Mr. Wilson,
This letter serves as official notice that I will be homeschooling my child, Emma Johnson (DOB: 05/12/2017), for the 2025-2026 school year beginning September 5, 2025. Emma would normally attend 3rd grade at Maple Creek Elementary School.
We will follow all state requirements for homeschooling and will cover all required subjects including math, language arts, science, social studies, art, health, and physical education.
Please contact me if you need additional information.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Sarah Johnson
555-123-4567 sarah.johnson@email.com 456 Family Drive Maple Creek, CA 90210
2. Detailed Curriculum Letter
July 10, 2025
Dr. Patricia Garcia Homeschool Coordinator Oakwood School District 789 Learning Avenue Oakwood, TX 75001
Subject: Homeschool Notification and Curriculum Overview
Dear Dr. Garcia,
Please accept this letter as formal notification that I will be homeschooling my son, Michael Thompson (DOB: 11/30/2016), during the upcoming 2025-2026 academic year. Michael would typically be enrolled in 4th grade at Oakwood Elementary.
As required by Texas state regulations, I am including our planned curriculum overview:
Language Arts: “Building Strong Readers” program with daily reading, weekly writing assignments, grammar, and vocabulary exercises
Mathematics: “Math Fundamentals” curriculum covering fractions, decimals, measurement, and basic geometry
Science: “Discovery Science” program focusing on earth sciences, biology basics, and simple physics concepts
Social Studies: American history curriculum with emphasis on Texas state history, geography, and civics
Additional subjects will include art, music appreciation, physical education, and Spanish language introduction.
I understand that Texas law requires us to provide education in good faith and cover subjects including reading, spelling, grammar, mathematics, and citizenship.
Thank you for your assistance. Please add us to any homeschool communication list your district maintains.
Respectfully,
Thomas Thompson
555-987-6543 thompson.family@email.com 321 Homeschool Lane Oakwood, TX 75001
3. Mid-Year Transition Letter
January 5, 2026
Ms. Rebecca Martinez Principal Pinecrest Elementary School 456 School Street Pinecrest, FL 33156
Subject: Mid-Year Transition to Homeschooling
Dear Ms. Martinez,
This letter officially informs you that my daughter, Sophia Rodriguez (DOB: 03/15/2018), currently in Mrs. Taylor’s 2nd grade class at Pinecrest Elementary, will be transitioning to homeschool education effective January 20, 2026.
We have carefully considered this decision and believe homeschooling will better address Sophia’s educational needs at this time. We have registered with the county homeschool office as required by Florida law and will maintain all necessary records.
Please advise on the proper checkout procedure and prepare Sophia’s academic records for transfer. Her last day at Pinecrest Elementary will be January 19, 2026.
We appreciate your support during this transition period.
Kind regards,
Maria Rodriguez
555-234-5678 rodriguez.m@email.com 789 Palm Avenue Pinecrest, FL 33156
4. Special Needs Accommodation Letter
August 22, 2025
Dr. William Johnson Director of Special Education Riverdale School District 222 Education Plaza Riverdale, NY 10463
Subject: Intent to Homeschool Child with Special Needs
Dear Dr. Johnson,
I am writing to inform you that I will be homeschooling my son, Ethan Davis (DOB: 09/08/2016), for the 2025-2026 school year. Ethan has been diagnosed with ADHD and would normally attend 4th grade at Riverdale Elementary.
Our homeschool program will address his specific learning needs while covering all subjects required by New York State. We will continue to implement the accommodations outlined in his previous IEP, including:
– Extended time for completing assignments – Regular movement breaks during study sessions – Multi-sensory learning approaches – Assistive technology for writing assignments
While we have chosen to homeschool, we would like to request continued access to speech therapy services as outlined in section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Please advise on the proper procedure for maintaining these services.
Thank you for your guidance during this transition.
Best regards,
Jennifer Davis
555-345-6789 jen.davis@email.com 111 Quiet Street Riverdale, NY 10463
5. Religious Exemption Letter
July 25, 2025
School Board of Fairfield County Attn: Homeschool Department 333 Education Center Fairfield, VA 22030
Subject: Religious Exemption for Homeschooling
Dear Fairfield County School Board,
In accordance with Virginia Code ยง 22.1-254(B)(1), I am writing to request religious exemption from school attendance for my children:
– Noah Williams (DOB: 06/22/2015), Grade 5 – Grace Williams (DOB: 09/30/2017), Grade 3
Our family holds sincere religious beliefs that guide our approach to education. We believe parents have the God-given responsibility to direct their children’s education according to our faith principles. Public education contains certain instructional content and social environments that conflict with these deeply held beliefs.
We will provide a comprehensive education at home that meets academic standards while aligning with our religious values. Our curriculum includes standard academic subjects plus religious instruction.
Please accept this letter as our formal notification of intent to homeschool under religious exemption for the 2025-2026 school year.
Thank you for your consideration of this request.
Faithfully,
Robert Williams
555-456-7890 williams.family@email.com 444 Faith Lane Fairfield, VA 22030
6. Multiple Children Letter
August 3, 2025
Homeschool Compliance Office Greenville School District 555 District Building Greenville, OH 45331
Subject: Notification of Intent to Homeschool Multiple Children
To Whom It May Concern,
This letter serves as official notification that I will be homeschooling the following children for the 2025-2026 academic year:
1. Benjamin Miller (DOB: 04/12/2014) – Grade 6 2. Olivia Miller (DOB: 07/22/2016) – Grade 4 3. Samuel Miller (DOB: 01/15/2019) – Grade 1
All children were previously enrolled at Greenville Elementary School. We will begin our homeschool program on August 28, 2025.
As required by Ohio Administrative Code, I confirm that: – I have a high school diploma – We will provide at least 900 hours of instruction yearly – Our curriculum includes language arts, mathematics, science, history, government, geography, health, physical education, fine arts, and first aid
I have enclosed the assessment records from the previous academic year for each child. We will submit an academic assessment at the end of the homeschool year as required.
Please acknowledge receipt of this notification at your earliest convenience.
Thank you,
Katherine Miller
555-567-8901 katherine.m@email.com 666 Family Circle Greenville, OH 45331
7. Temporary Homeschooling Letter
September 1, 2025
Principal Linda Brown Lakeview Middle School 777 Education Drive Lakeview, WA 98837
Subject: Temporary Homeschooling Notification
Dear Principal Brown,
I am writing to inform you that I will be temporarily homeschooling my son, Daniel Clark (DOB: 02/28/2013), for the first semester of the 2025-2026 school year. Daniel would normally attend 7th grade at Lakeview Middle School.
Due to our family’s temporary relocation for work purposes, we have decided that homeschooling will provide educational continuity during this period. We plan to re-enroll Daniel at Lakeview Middle School on January 5, 2026.
During this homeschooling period, we will follow Washington state requirements and cover all subjects in the 7th-grade curriculum. We would appreciate receiving the current curriculum guidelines and any suggested materials to ensure a smooth transition back to school in January.
Please advise if there are specific forms or additional information needed for this temporary arrangement.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
Sincerely,
David Clark
555-678-9012 clark.david@email.com 888 Temporary Lane Lakeview, WA 98837
8. Homeschool Cooperative Letter
July 28, 2025
Dr. Elizabeth Taylor Superintendent Mountainview School District 999 Education Complex Mountainview, CO 80536
Subject: Intent to Homeschool Through Cooperative Program
Dear Dr. Taylor,
This letter serves as formal notification that I will be homeschooling my daughter, Hannah Mitchell (DOB: 10/05/2014), for the 2025-2026 school year. Hannah would typically be entering 6th grade at Mountainview Middle School.
We will be participating in the Mountainview Homeschool Cooperative, a group of families who share teaching responsibilities and resources. Through this cooperative, Hannah will receive instruction from several qualified parent-teachers, including myself.
Our cooperative meets the Colorado homeschool requirements, providing at least 172 days of instruction covering all required subjects. The cooperative maintains attendance and academic progress records for all students.
The cooperative meets three days per week at Community Center (222 Main Street), with additional home instruction on other days. If you require more information about our cooperative structure, please let me know.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Respectfully,
Michelle Mitchell
555-789-0123 m.mitchell@email.com 111 Mountain Road Mountainview, CO 80536
9. Previously Homeschooled Child Letter
August 11, 2025
Homeschool Department Sunnydale School District 1010 District Office Sunnydale, PA 19103
Subject: Continuing Homeschool Education Notification
To Whom It May Concern,
This letter confirms my intent to continue homeschooling my son, Alexander White (DOB: 12/18/2015), for the 2025-2026 academic year. This will be our third consecutive year of homeschooling. Alexander would be entering 5th grade in a traditional school setting.
As required by Pennsylvania homeschool regulations, I have attached: – Alexander’s portfolio evaluation from the 2024-2025 school year – Standardized test results from May 2025 – Our proposed education objectives for the upcoming year – List of educational materials and resources we will use
We will continue to maintain attendance records and samples of Alexander’s work throughout the year, and will submit the required year-end evaluation by June 30, 2026.
Please update your records to reflect our continued homeschool status. If there are any changes to the reporting requirements for the upcoming year, kindly inform me.
Thank you,
Victoria White
555-890-1234 victoria.w@email.com 333 Continuing Way Sunnydale, PA 19103
10. Homeschooling After Relocation Letter
August 7, 2025
Homeschool Compliance Office Brighton School District 1212 School Administration Building Brighton, MI 48116
Subject: Homeschool Notification Following Relocation
To the Homeschool Compliance Office,
We recently moved to Brighton from Portland, Oregon, and I am writing to inform you that I will be homeschooling my two children for the 2025-2026 school year:
– Isabella Anderson (DOB: 05/25/2016) – Grade 4 – Jackson Anderson (DOB: 09/03/2018) – Grade 2
Both children were previously homeschooled in Oregon, where we registered with the Multnomah Education Service District. I am familiar with homeschool requirements and will comply with Michigan homeschool laws.
I understand that Michigan law allows for homeschooling without prior approval, but I wanted to formally notify the district of our educational choice. We will cover all subject areas required by Michigan law and maintain appropriate records.
If there are any specific forms or information I should provide as new homeschooling residents in your district, please let me know.
Thank you for your assistance during our transition.
Best regards,
Amanda Anderson
555-901-2345 amandaa@email.com 444 New Residence Drive Brighton, MI 48116
11. Homeschooling for Travel Letter
July 30, 2025
Dr. Richard Martinez Superintendent Hillside School District 1414 Education Hill Hillside, AZ 85251
Subject: Intent to Homeschool During Extended Travel
Dear Dr. Martinez,
I am writing to formally notify you that I will be homeschooling my daughter, Sophia Turner (DOB: 03/10/2013), during the 2025-2026 school year. Sophia would normally attend 8th grade at Hillside Middle School.
Our family will be traveling throughout the United States for nine months as part of a work assignment. During this time, we will maintain a consistent educational program while experiencing various historical and cultural sites firsthand.
Our homeschool curriculum includes: – Online courses through Accredited Home Learning Academy – Daily journaling and travel-based writing assignments – Mathematics through the Complete Math program – Science with emphasis on ecology and geography of regions visited – American history studies coordinated with our travel itinerary
We will maintain Arizona residency and comply with all homeschool requirements. We plan to return to Hillside in May 2026, at which time Sophia may re-enroll for the following school year.
Thank you for your understanding of this educational opportunity for our family.
Sincerely,
Jonathan Turner
555-012-3456 turner.j@email.com 555 Travel Lane Hillside, AZ 85251
12. Homeschooling for Athletic Training Letter
August 18, 2025
Ms. Deborah Williams Principal Westlake High School 1616 Campus Drive Westlake, GA 30327
Subject: Homeschooling for Student-Athlete
Dear Ms. Williams,
This letter serves as official notification that I will be homeschooling my son, Ryan Johnson (DOB: 06/18/2009), for the 2025-2026 academic year. Ryan would normally attend 11th grade at Westlake High School.
As an elite competitive swimmer training for national qualifications, Ryan requires a flexible educational schedule that can accommodate his rigorous training regimen of 25+ hours weekly. Homeschooling will allow us to provide quality education while supporting his athletic development.
We have enrolled Ryan in an accredited online high school program that meets all Georgia graduation requirements. Additionally, I would like to request that Ryan maintain eligibility to participate in Westlake High School swim team competitions as permitted under Georgia High School Association rules for homeschooled students.
Please advise on the specific requirements for maintaining athletic eligibility, including any necessary documentation or testing.
Thank you for your consideration and support of Ryan’s academic and athletic goals.
Best regards,
Christopher Johnson
555-123-7890 c.johnson@email.com 777 Athlete Way Westlake, GA 30327
13. Homeschooling with Private Tutor Letter
July 15, 2025
Homeschool Registration Department Riverside School District 1818 Administration Center Riverside, IL 60546
Subject: Homeschooling with Private Tutor Notification
To Whom It May Concern,
This letter serves as formal notification that my child, Charlotte Adams (DOB: 08/27/2017), will be homeschooled for the 2025-2026 academic year with the assistance of a private tutor. Charlotte would typically be entering 3rd grade at Riverside Elementary School.
We have engaged Ms. Jessica Wilson, a certified teacher with Illinois License #T12345678, to provide instruction three days per week. I will facilitate the remaining educational activities on the other days. All instruction will take place at our home address.
Our educational program will follow Illinois requirements and include all core subjects plus Spanish language, music, and computer science. We will maintain attendance records and document Charlotte’s academic progress throughout the year.
Please confirm receipt of this notification and advise if additional information is needed regarding our tutoring arrangement.
Thank you for your assistance.
Sincerely,
Rebecca Adams
555-234-5678 rebecca.a@email.com 888 Tutor Street Riverside, IL 60546
14. Gifted Child Homeschooling Letter
August 9, 2025
Dr. Samuel Peterson Director of Curriculum Cedar Grove School District 2020 Education Complex Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
Subject: Intent to Homeschool Gifted Student
Dear Dr. Peterson,
This letter serves as formal notification that I will be homeschooling my son, Ethan Morris (DOB: 11/12/2014), for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. Ethan would normally attend 6th grade at Cedar Grove Middle School.
Ethan has been identified as gifted in mathematics and science, scoring in the 99th percentile on standardized assessments. After careful consideration, we have decided that homeschooling will allow us to provide an appropriately challenging curriculum matched to his accelerated learning pace.
Our homeschool program will include: – Advanced mathematics curriculum (pre-algebra and algebra) – High school level science with laboratory components – Grade-level language arts with enrichment – Social studies with emphasis on research skills – Computer programming and robotics
While homeschooling, we would like to explore possibilities for Ethan to participate in the district’s advanced STEM extracurricular activities if permitted. We would also appreciate any guidance on resources available through the district for gifted learners.
Thank you for your support in meeting Ethan’s educational needs.
Respectfully,
Gregory Morris
555-345-6789 g.morris@email.com 999 Gifted Lane Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
15. Second Language Immersion Homeschooling Letter
July 20, 2025
Ms. Janet Rodriguez Homeschool Coordinator Brookside School District 2222 District Plaza Brookside, CA 92647
Subject: Intent to Homeschool with Language Immersion Focus
Dear Ms. Rodriguez,
I am writing to inform you that I will be homeschooling my daughter, Isabella Martinez (DOB: 04/05/2016), for the 2025-2026 school year. Isabella would normally attend 4th grade at Brookside Elementary.
Our family has decided to pursue homeschooling with a Spanish language immersion component. As a bilingual household, we will conduct approximately 60% of instruction in Spanish while ensuring all California curriculum standards are met in both languages.
Our educational program will include: – Core subjects taught in both English and Spanish – Cultural studies coordinated with language learning – Regular assessments in both languages – Participation in a local Spanish-speaking homeschool group
We will maintain all required records and follow California homeschool regulations under the private school option. I have filed the Private School Affidavit as required.
If the district offers any resources for bilingual education that might benefit our homeschool program, I would appreciate that information.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Carlos Martinez
555-456-7890 carlos.m@email.com 1010 Bilingual Avenue Brookside, CA 92647
Wrap-up: Letters for Homeschool Intent
Writing a letter of intent to homeschool might seem like just paperwork, but it sets the foundation for your homeschooling journey. A well-crafted letter shows school officials that you take education seriously and have a plan for your child’s learning.
The sample letters above cover many different situations, from basic notifications to specialized plans for gifted students or language immersion. Feel free to adapt any of these templates to fit your specific needs, making sure to check your state’s homeschooling laws first.
Most importantly, keep your letter professional, clear, and complete. Including all required information helps build a positive relationship with your school district from the start. With these templates as your guide, you can confidently take the first step toward an enriching homeschool experience for your family.