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Parent and Student Handbook

I.	Attendance Policy > Homework Assignments	May Be Requested Under the Following Provisions:

	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.

	A. If a student in grades K-68 is to be absent two or more consecutive days, homework, assignments may be requested ....by the parents or guardians by calling the school office before noon. Assignments may be picked up at the school. B. If the student is too ill to work on the assignments at home, arrangements can be made to make up work upon return ....to school.