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Taylor ISD opts out this year of allowing homeschool students to participate in UIL activities

5436755 · July 21, 2025
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Summary

Following discussion of eligibility, accountability and resource concerns, the board voted to opt out of UIL participation by homeschool students for the 2025-26 school year and said it will review the decision next year.

The Taylor ISD Board voted Aug. 14 to opt out of permitting homeschool students to participate in University Interscholastic League (UIL) activities at district schools for the 2025'6 school year.

District staff briefed trustees on SB401, which allows homeschooled students to take part in UIL activities at the public school closest to their residence unless the local school board opts out. The district recommended opting out for this year, citing concerns about…

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