When a student is absent, the student must submit a written excuse signed by a parent/guardian and the school must keep excuses on file for one year. Excused absences include illness, medical or dental appointments, funeral services for family members, quarantine directed by city or county officials, or emergencies or special circumstances as determined by the school. Doctor’s notes are needed for medical excuses. Excessive unexcused absences may result in the loss of academic credit. If parents/guardians wish to temporarily take their child out of school for family reasons, the principal and teacher should discuss with the parents/guardians the possible effects of such an absence.
Summer school (at STA if available or another program) will be required if a student is absent for 15 or more unexcused days.
