There is no formal requirement for a “Homeschool Letter of Assurance” in Texas since homeschooling is legally recognized as a form of private education. However, some families create a letter for various reasons, such as confirming homeschooling status to a school district, government agency, or other institutions.
The Texas Statement of Assurance is a form that Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) members can use to ensure that they teach the five required subjects in a Texas homeschool: reading, spelling, grammar, mathematics, and good citizenship.
Parents can use the form to respond to public schools that ask where their child is enrolled.
In Texas, homeschools are legally presumed to be legitimate if parents provide this assurance. Other requirements for homeschooling in Texas include:
- The curriculum must be in a visual form, such as a book, workbook, or video
- The homeschooling must be bona fide, meaning it’s not a sham
HSLDA’s mission is to advance and preserve the right of parents to direct their children’s education. HSLDA members who are parents, guardians, or legal custodians of homeschooled children may be eligible for legal assistance. However, HSLDA is not an insurance company and cannot guarantee representation in all situations.
Here’s a general outline for a Texas Homeschool Letter of Assurance:
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
To Whom It May Concern,
This letter serves as confirmation that I, [Your Name], am the parent/guardian of [Child’s Name], and we are homeschooling in accordance with the legal requirements of the state of Texas.
As per Texas law, our homeschool operates as a private school and is conducted in a bona fide manner. The required curriculum covers the core subjects of reading, spelling, grammar, mathematics, and good citizenship, and instruction is given in a visual format (e.g., textbooks, worksheets, online resources).
If you have any further questions or require additional information, please feel free to contact me at the above address or by email/phone.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Signature]
If needed, this simple letter can serve as proof that you are homeschooling in compliance with Texas state law.
