Whenever possible, we encourage families to help students be present, on time and ready to learn. Every day counts, and being present is an important investment in your child’s success.
If your child is going to be absent or late for school, please call your school or fill out an absence form through Infinite Campus. State statute and district policy allows the following reasons for a student to be excused from school:
Student illness when they are not in proper physical or mental condition to attend school
Observance of a religious holiday
Serious illness or medical condition of a member of their immediate family, and the student is needed at home
Bereavement of family member
The student has an appointment with a doctor, dentist, therapist, other medical appointment or is hospitalized
If your child is to be absent for a vacation or trip, a “Request for Pre-Approved Planned Absence” form should be completed and approved by your school’s principal before the scheduled absence for those days to be considered excused.
Here is a sampling of what may be considered for a Pre-Approved Planned Absence:
Family vacation
Taking a driver's license test
Visa requests or passport renewals
College visits
When possible, arrangements shall be made for the completion of schoolwork missed over the course of the absence.
Pre-Approved Absences should occur only for special circumstances and for no longer than 10 days in a row. There is a maximum of 10 days allowed as excused Pre-Approved Planned Absences for the entire school year.
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