Arranging pre-approved absences for 3 days or more

As we approach the holidays, our Attendance Secretary is asking families to review the district guidance on pre-approved absences for three days or more to ensure they can be excused for your students: 

1. When possible, please try to arrange vacations to coincide with scheduled school breaks.
2. If the absence is for 3 days or more, students should complete a “Pre-Approved Absence Request Form” (attached, or pick one up in the office) by taking it to all their teachers for their input and signature. This form also needs to be signed by a parent/guardian/caretaker and returned to the Attendance Secretary before the absence begins for the Principal to review. .
3. Pre-Arranged Absence Request Forms may not be completed retroactively.