Elementary Attendance Policy
We cannot stress too greatly the importance of your child being in school everyday, on time, if he/she is to achieve the greatest success in his/her work. Regular attendance is expected of all students. It is impossible to completely make up everything that is missed. A typical school day is filled with learning that is not limited to books, i.e. group projects, discussions, and lab work. Paper work can be made up, but the valuable learning opportunities cannot. However, when children are sick, they should stay home from school. If your child will be absent or tardy, please call the school between 7:30- 9:00 A.M.
Please make every attempt to have your child at school on time. The tardy bell rings at 8:20 AM. This means your child should be in their classroom before that time--not just entering the building. Our day is scheduled and when a child is late, something is missed.
Each absence is recorded. After the 10th absence a letter of concern is sent to parents. After the 15th absence a meeting is convened to determine the causes of the absences from school and develop an individual plan to improve attendance. If attendance does not improve, agencies including, but not limited to, the following will be contacted: Department of Human Services, County Attorney, Public Health, family physician, mental health professionals, Area Education Agency, and Juvenile Court Services. Ultimately, retention may be considered if the student, due to poor attendance, is unable to meet academic expectations.
