Indiana Homeschool Letter of Intent
This letter serves as the formal notice of intent to begin a home-based educational program in compliance with the Indiana Compulsory School Attendance Law IC 20-33-2. This document outlines the necessary information to be submitted to the appropriate local school district superintendent.
Today’s Date: ___________________
Superintendent’s Name: ___________________
School District: ___________________
District Address: ___________________
City, State, ZIP: ___________________
Dear Superintendent ___________________,
I/We, the undersigned, hereby declare my/our intent to establish and maintain a home-based educational program for my/our child(ren) as allowed under Indiana law. The following information is provided in accordance with the relevant state regulations:
- Parent/Legal Guardian Name(s): ___________________
- Residence Address: ___________________
- City, State, ZIP: ___________________
- Phone Number: ___________________
- Email Address (optional): ___________________
- Child(ren)’s Full Name(s) and Age(s): ___________________
- Anticipated Start Date of Home Education: ___________________
We understand that the home-based education program we intend to provide will comply with all Indiana educational requirements. We acknowledge our responsibility to maintain an educational environment in which our child(ren) can achieve the objectives of a sound educational program.
We are aware there is no requirement to seek approval from the state or local school district to commence home-based education. However, we recognize the value of informing the local school superintendent of our intent to homeschool in the spirit of cooperation and to ensure compliance with compulsory attendance laws.
Please consider this letter as our notification of intent to homeschool and not a request for consent or approval. We appreciate your acknowledgment of this letter. For any further information or if verification is needed, feel free to contact us at the provided phone number or email address.
Sincerely,
_________________________________
(Parent/Guardian Signature)
_________________________________
(Parent/Guardian Printed Name)
Date: ___________________