Contact the School Principal

Reach out to your child's school principal directly — in person, by phone, or in writing — and inform them that you are withdrawing your child to begin homeschooling. The school cannot legally refuse the withdrawal.

Submit a Written Withdrawal Letter

Submit a written letter to the school stating your intent to homeschool and the effective withdrawal date. Keep a copy for your records. The school may ask for a forwarding address for records transfer — you are not required to share your homeschool curriculum or plans at this stage.

Tip: Send via certified mail and keep your receipt as proof of the date sent.

Request Your Child's Records

Ask the school to transfer your child's academic records including transcripts, attendance history, and any IEP or special education documentation. You are entitled to these records under federal law.

Download the Official NOI Form

The Nevada Department of Education provides a standardized form. Download it from the official NDE website — school districts are only permitted to use this form and cannot require additional information beyond what it asks for.

Complete the Form

Fill in your child's name, age, address, and a brief educational plan covering the required subjects: English (reading, writing, composition), Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies (including history, geography, economics, and government).

Your educational plan does not need to be detailed — a general description of your intended approach is sufficient.

Submit to Your School District Superintendent

Submit the completed NOI to the superintendent of the school district where your child resides — not necessarily where they attended school. Send via certified mail and keep your receipt.

Receive Your Written Acknowledgment

The school district is required by law to send you a written acknowledgment. This letter is your proof of compliance with Nevada compulsory attendance law. Keep it permanently — it is valid for 15 years and you should not need to refile unless you move.