Attendance

Consistent attendance is a fundamental pillar of academic success. A parent or guardian has three days to clear an absence. If the absence is not cleared with appropriate documentation, it remains on the student's record as a cut/truant. Extensive research demonstrates that students who consistently attend school significantly increase their likelihood of attaining their educational aspirations and becoming better equipped for future pursuits.

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Excused Absences

Absences may be excused for the following reasons:

Disaster – Natural or local disasters, such as fire, earthquake or pandemic flu.
Medical appointments – Includes medical, dental, optometric or chiropractic services.
Illness
Justifiable personal reasons – As defined by board policy and Education Code 48205, including but not limited to:
- Court appearances.
- Funeral services (one excused day for services in California; three excused days for services outside California).
- Observance of a religious holiday or ceremony.
- Attendance at a religious retreat.
- Attendance at an employment or educational conference on the legislative or judicial process, offered by a nonprofit organization.
- A hardship situation affecting the pupil or family, as authorized by the principal.

For conferences, a parent or guardian must request the absence in writing, and the principal or a designated representative must approve it in accordance with district policy.

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Encouraging Good Attendance

Our school has several of the resources that may be needed to help with attendance issues. Reach out to your child’s teacher, school counselor, academic support advisor, or principal to schedule a phone call or meeting. The school can connect you with school-based wellness or mental health services or an academic support provider for community-based resources and referrals.

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