Attendance

When a child is absent because of illness or for a doctor or dental appointment, call the school office (856-1622) by 8:30 a.m. on the day of the absence and indicate the reason. The law requires that the exact nature of an illness be stated. This type of absence is an excused absence.

A child may be dismissed early from school only when a telephone call or note to the teacher has indicated the specific reason. The school is not permitted to excuse children for music lessons, Scouting, sports, or other extracurricular activities. A child leaving school at a time other than the usual dismissal time must report to the school office and await transportation there, NOT at the curb.

If your family is planning a trip of four or more days' duration, please notify your child's teacher in advance.