Homeschool Now.
How to unenroll your child from government-schooling and sign up with Abeka.com.
This is general information based on 2026 summaries from HSLDA-aligned and education sources, including Grok’s A.I. system. This is not legal advice, but this is also not a hard process. It’s very easy. It’s practically one email you send your local government district every year, and every January after that.
Before I get into the simple process of how to accomplish this, I want to spend a moment describing a recent story from an Oregon public school district.
Ask yourself, who is really to blame in this situation?
The post states the following from Conservative in Oregon. @oregonducksmama on X:
This is horrifying to see…
Oregon public schools are completely failing children.
Here is what Alex wrote on this post about this video…
(Posted by alexlockwoodpdx on Instagram):
“Echo Shaw Elementary mandatory reporters fail to report themselves after my complaints and Leo begging for help. Mexican gang of 5+ kids keep attacking him for being white, and the white kids attack him cause his mom’s a Teacher.
They have kicked him in the balls so many times it’s unreal but the Teachers just laugh.My son is even attacked in the bathroom but when we speak up, the Principal Perla Rodriguez does nothing but gaslighting our real concerns. My son’s life is in danger and I’m not sending him back so let the cards fall where they may.
This is Unconstitutional and I must defend my son’s life at all costs.
It’s worth my life to protect him.Imagine reporting it so much that you do it on the School Absentee Phone Voice Mail but they continue gaslighting. Imagine picking up your son from school every other week and he’s beat up almost every time.
Imagine having to tell your son its OK to hit girls in self defense because they attack him while the Teachers laugh at him getting kicked in the balls.
Imagine reporting them to the FBI and still nothing.
Imagine trying to file police report but they don’t accept it cause they are connected to Clackamas County Family Court
Imagine being forced to send your son to go get abused every week, knowing he’s getting abused at school and at home.
Now imagine they say you’re the bad guy and the attacks at school are your fault and a Judge accepts it without your knowledge so you lose custody because they lied and commit perjury, again.
What would you do if your son says “I can’t go back” in fear for his life. Would you tell him he’s got to go back again and again and again while the school counselor, the principal and his mom are all gaslighting it to protect their paychecks and public image.”
Video:
How to unenroll your child from government schooling:
Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states and Washington, D.C., but notification and withdrawal rules for leaving public school are entirely state-specific and can change. Always verify the current requirements with A.I. systems of the Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA.org), which has detailed state pages and forms, your state department of education, or local district, as there are often multiple legal pathways (e.g., under a specific homeschool statute, as a private school, or via a church/umbrella school option).
You can also use any A.I. system and ask it to draft you a letter for your specified state and district, to notify your district of your intent to homeschool. When you do, make sure and notify your local zip-coded school district every January, regardless of when you enroll your child/children so that your local school district does not get the tax money from the state for your child’s anticipated enrollment for their school for the next year.
Key distinction for unenrolling:
If your child is currently enrolled in public school, nearly every state expects a formal written withdrawal notice (letter, email, or district form) to the school or district superintendent. This clears attendance records and helps avoid truancy flags.
Include the child’s name, effective date of withdrawal, and a statement that you will be providing education at home. Keep proof of delivery and receipt.
Draft Example:
[Your Full Name]
[Your Street Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Your Phone Number]
[Your Email Address] [Date][Superintendent’s Full Name or “Superintendent”]
[School District Name]
[District Street Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]Re: Withdrawal of [Child’s Full Name] and Notice of Intent to Provide Home Education
Dear Superintendent [Last Name or “Superintendent”]:
I am writing to formally notify you that I am withdrawing my child, [Child’s Full Name], date of birth [MM/DD/YYYY], currently in grade [Grade Level] (or age [Age]), from [Name of School] / the [School District Name], effective [Effective Date – e.g., immediately / the end of the current school day / MM/DD/YYYY].
Beginning on that date, I will be providing [his/her/their] education at home in accordance with the laws of the State of [State Name]. I will ensure that [he/she/they] receives an education that is equivalent to that provided in the public schools of this state.
Please update your records to reflect this withdrawal so that [Child’s First Name] is no longer marked absent or considered truant. Kindly confirm receipt of this notice in writing at your earliest convenience.If your office requires any additional information or has a preferred form, please let me know and I will promptly provide it.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Signature]
[Your Printed Full Name]
Parent/Guardian of [Child’s Full Name]
Beyond that basic withdrawal step, requirements for starting/continuing as a homeschool fall into broad categories based on HSLDA-style classifications (no-notice / low / moderate / high regulation). Classifications can vary slightly by source and by the legal option chosen.Approximate counts and categories (as of 2026 summaries)
No formal notification/intent required beyond possible withdrawal letter (roughly 9–12 states): You can withdraw the child and begin without filing an ongoing “notice of intent” or registering with the state/district. Commonly listed: Alaska, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, Oklahoma, and Texas. Some sources also include Connecticut (notice often recommended but not required), Iowa (under certain independent options), and occasionally others depending on the pathway. In these states, a simple withdrawal communication (including email where accepted) is typically sufficient to unenroll.
Simple notice of intent is the main (or only) requirement (roughly 15–25+ states, often called “low regulation” or “notification-only”): File a basic written notice (letter, email, or simple form) with the local school district/superintendent or state agency stating your intent to homeschool. Acceptance is usually automatic (you are notifying, not seeking permission). It may be one-time or annual. Content is typically minimal: child(ren)’s names/ages/grades, parent contact info, address, and a statement that instruction will be provided. Email is accepted in many districts if it meets the statute’s “written notice” standard. Examples frequently listed in this group include Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California (often via Private School Affidavit), Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Ohio, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Wisconsin, and others.
Additional requirements beyond simple notice (the remaining states, roughly 15–20+, moderate to high regulation): These require notice plus extras such as detailed educational plans, affidavits with more information, prior approval, standardized testing/evaluations, portfolios, specific subjects/hours, parent qualifications, notarization, immunization records, or (rarely) home visits.
Examples of stricter ones:
Notice + assessments/testing or portfolio reviews (moderate): Hawaii, Maine, Minnesota, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, and others (schedules and alternatives like portfolio review by a certified teacher often available).
Higher/more involved (plans, approval, etc.): Massachusetts (local school committee approval of education plan often required), New York (Individualized Home Instruction Plan/IHIP + quarterly reports + assessments), Pennsylvania (notarized affidavit + educational objectives + portfolio evaluation), Rhode Island (local approval), Vermont, and similar.
Approximately 30+ states allow a relatively straightforward process of written notice (often including email to the local district) to unenroll and begin, with no or minimal further immediate requirements for the notification itself. Roughly 10–20 states involve more substantial paperwork, forms, plans, exemptions via specific pathways, or approval steps beyond a basic “I am homeschooling” email/letter. Exact counts fluctuate because many states offer multiple options (some simpler than others) and sources differ on edge cases.
Other common patterns:
One-time vs. annual: Some states need notice only when you start (or when you move); others require annual renewal (often by a specific deadline like August 1 or September 1).
What the notice usually includes: Basic identifying info. Stricter states may want subjects, materials, hours, or a curriculum outline.
No statewide approval needed in most places: In the large majority, filing the notice is sufficient; the district cannot deny it if the law is followed.
Exemptions/other options: Many states allow operating as a private school (sometimes requiring an affidavit), joining an umbrella/cover school, or using church-related exemptions, which can change the paperwork.
Ongoing obligations (separate from initial notification): Even in simple-notice states, some require record-keeping, minimum days/hours, or periodic assessments. High-regulation states add more.
Practical steps that apply almost everywhere:
Confirm current rules for your state and district via HSLDA or official sources.
Prepare and send a written withdrawal/notice (certified mail or email with read receipt recommended for proof). (I highly recommend sending through email).
Keep copies of everything and start keeping basic records (attendance, work samples) even if not required.
If mid-year, act promptly to avoid absence issues.
For a full state-by-state breakdown with exact forms, deadlines, and statutes, the best free resources are HSLDA’s interactive legal map and individual state education department pages. Laws evolve (some states have loosened rules in recent years), so double-check before acting.
I recommend Abeka.com as your homeschooling option. CLICK HERE, then click on Shop Abeka Academy and chose your child’s grade level. Make sure and also choose the “accredited version” as well.
You can pay all at once for the entire year, or pay monthly. All of the materials show up at your doorstep in one week upon ordering online, and the directions and process comes in the mail. You buy the products on their website based on the grade level of your child or children, and enroll your child/children on the same website after or before you purchase the materials.
For a breakdown of the price, I selected the grade of Kindergarten, and selected the following options that are highlighted in the purple boxes. The total price is listed above for one student, for an entire year. $108.60 per month for 10 months. That’s it!
How does Abeka Compare to other Homeschool Options?
The Abeka Customer Service phone number is: 1-877-223-5226.
I recommend watching their videos on their website and on YouTube as well.
If you have any questions, I can be reached by email at: americaneducationfm@protonmail.com
I also recommend listening to this recent episode I did on my podcast American Education FM with a father of two, who along with his wife successfully homeschooled using Abeka Academy, having never done it before and knowing nothing about it.
Take back control. The time is now.
The government system of brick-and-mortar “education” is about to get worse.
BIO: Dr. Sean M. Brooks is the host of the podcast American Education FM and the author of several books including; The Unmasking of American Schools: The Sanctioned Abuse of Americas Teachers and Students. He’s also on Gab, X, Truth, Bitchute, Rumble, YouTube, and everywhere audio podcasts can be heard.