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. Next, clearly state your child's name and the school they are leaving.Please excuse from school for the dates of to . She has an unavoidable family event to attend out of state. These guidelines outline procedures to be followed when responding to a request to withdraw a student from a Fairfax County Public School. Use one of these forms to follow the withdrawal procedure of the Virginia school your child is currently attending. Can I pull my child out of school RIGHT NOW and start homeschooling midyear? "" A. The short answer is "yes, you can! NOTE: Use VA Form 21-674b, School Attendance Report, to report to VA any change in the child's status, such as termination of school attendance or marriage. However, an enrolling parent may request a student transfer for their child in grades kindergarten through 12 to attend a non-base school.