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Student Absences and Excuses

Significant learning is provided daily for all students in every district classroom. This educational opportunity is the result of in-class participation and quality classroom instruction. The benefits of this experience cannot be fully replaced. Consequently, regular and punctual attendance is an important criterion for success in school and absences are detrimental to effective learning.  

Each student in the district is required to attend school daily as established by the calendar determined annually by the Board and in compliance with state law. Unauthorized absences shall be subject to disciplinary action as outlined in accompanying procedures. A cooperative effort between the student, parent, district and the community regarding attendance fosters a positive educational experience. 

Therefore, the following goals and guidelines have been developed to establish good attendance habits at an early age. These habits will positively transfer with the students and their parents/guardians as students progress through the district’s educational program and beyond the scholastic setting. 

The following shall be considered excused absences:

  1. A student who is temporarily ill or injured or whose absence is approved by the administrator of the school of attendance on a prearranged basis. Prearranged absences shall be approved for appointments or circumstances of a serious nature only which cannot be taken care of outside of school hours. Approval for a pre-arranged absence(s) may necessitate a parent conference.
  2. A student who is absent for an extended period due to physical, mental or emotional disability. Medical documentation may be required.
  3. A student who is pursuing a work-study program under the supervision of the school.
  4. A student who is attending any school-sponsored activity or activities of an educational nature with advance approval by the administration.
  5. A student who is suspended or expelled.