Attendance Policy

The Law

Once enrolled in a public school, a child 5 years old to 18 years old (unless already graduated from high school) must attend school every day, every class, on time, unless lawfully excused.

Lawfully Excused Absences

• Sickness - too sick to be in school
• Medical Appointments
• Religious Holidays
• Extreme Family Emergencies - house fire, death, etc.

Examples of UNEXCUSED Absences

• Overslept
• Missed school bus
• Suspended from school bus
• Staying home to babysit
• Weather too hot/cold
• Family vacation

Parent/Guardian MUST communicate with the school office every time a child is absent. Please note that not all absences will be excused. Call in or send a note to Suzanne Gural (Attendance Clerk) in the main office, state the reason for absence and be specific.   651.290.7595 (Attendance Line)

All unknown absences are automatically marked as UNEXCUSED.