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Regular attendance and promptness to class are necessary to assure the continuity of the educational program. Time lost from class is irretrievable, and absences tend to disrupt the continuity of the instructional program. Time on task is essential if students are to succeed in their educational efforts. Most teaching is done in an orderly sequence of building concepts and practices based on classroom activities and previous academic experiences. If this pattern is broken by poor attendance, neither the student nor the school can expect satisfactory progress. School attendance is ultimately the responsibility of students and families. Students should remain out of school
ONLY WHEN ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY .
Absences will be considered either excused or unexcused. IN ORDER TO RECEIVE CREDIT, students in grades K-8 will be allowed not more than a total of 10 absences per year including excused and unexcused absences. |
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Absences may be excused for the following reasons:
1. Personal illness; or
2. Death or serious illness in the immediate family; or
3. Observance of religious holidays of the student's own faith; or
4. State Board of Health Isolation; or
5. Required attendance at a court proceeding; or
6. Special permission of the principal obtained one week IN ADVANCE by the parent or guardian. Special permission is
required for medical, dental, or orthodontist appointments, except in the case of an emergency. |
