If you'd like to withdraw your child to homeschool, either under the private school or private tutor options, you can use the respective form below. We recommend that you withdraw your child before the next school year begins, so that the school does not mark your child as absent or truant.This file provides a sample letter for withdrawing your child from school. It outlines the necessary details and instructions for parents. Transitioning your child to homeschooling? The HSC provides a clear guide on withdrawing from California schools. Next, clearly state your child's name and the school they are leaving. The letter should include all of your child's identifying information, including their full name, birthdate, and grade. The letter should include all of your child's identifying information, including their full name, birthdate, and grade. Parents who withdraw their children from public school may do so between academic years (ie, during summer break), or at anytime during the school year.