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HISD Upholds Policy Excluding Home-Schooled Students from UIL Participation

The Houston Independent School District (HISD) Board of Managers recently reaffirmed its policy that prohibits home-schooled students from taking part in University Interscholastic League (UIL) activities. This decision, announced at a recent board meeting, highlights the ongoing challenges districts face in balancing public school regulations with the increasing number of home-schooled students seeking extracurricular opportunities. The ruling has ignited a spectrum of reactions from parents, educators, and community stakeholders.

Community Reactions: Divergent Views on HISD’s UIL Eligibility Policy

The HISD board’s choice to exclude home-schooled students from UIL competitions has generated a variety of opinions within the Houston community. Many parents of home-schooled children argue that this policy restricts their kids’ chances to engage in valuable extracurricular activities that foster…

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Author : Miles Cooper

Publish date : 2025-10-05 17:28:00

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