When a student is absent or tardy, a written excuse dated and signed by the parent should state the reason for absence / tardy, which will be presented to the teacher at his/her entrance/ return to school. Any work that is missed during that absence is expected to be made up in a timely manner.
Any student’s parent requesting an early dismissal from school must present a written note to the teacher. The teacher is to send this written request to the office in order to obtain a Release slip from the office.
Absence from school due to help needed at home or help needed at home or help care for children are ILLEGAL EXCUSES and will not be honored. Medical / Dental appointments that interfere with school hours must be made minimally. ONLY the time spent in Medical / Dental treatments is called MEDICAL ABSENCE and the child is considered present. Dated slips must be brought from the doctor or dentist stating the time spent in the office.
Absence must be reported by the parents or legal guardians by phone on the first day of occurrence.
FREQUENT ABSENCES OR TARDIES ARE GROUNDS FOR DISCIPLINARY ACTION.
It is the responsibility of the student to make up for the work missed due to his/her absence (s). Upon his/her return, he/she must inquire about any tests missed when being absent.
A student’s absences and tardies will affect his/ her grades.
