Sample Refusal (Opt Out) Letters. This page has links to opt out letters for the tests New York STATE gives to 3rd-8th graders every spring.You can write your own letter or use our sample letter. Residents have until Dec. 13 to opt-out of the NOPEC service. If you want to choose another electricity supplier or remain on the utility's Standard Service Offer. Consumers can opt out once every three years without penalty. 1.Introduction; Scope of this Policy. 2. Where We Are a Service Provider. 3. My son will not be participating in state standardized testing during the current school year.