The information below pertains to opting out of the NY STATE tests. For opt out letters for the NY CITY tests (new, 2021), see HERE.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. My son will not be participating in state standardized testing during the current school year. Opting-out is the process of refusing to participate in state and district testing programs for grades 3-8. Need an opt out letter template? Click HERE for the religious Opt Out letter.