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Documentation When Absent
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Parents should email or send a note in to the child’s school.
The note/email should include:
- Student Name
- Parent/Caretaker Name
- Parent/Caretaker Email & Phone Number
- Reason for Excuse
Parent Authorized Absences
A maximum of nine (9) student absences from school will be considered excused with parental notification. After nine (9) absences, additional information and/or documentation in addition to the parent notification may be required in order for the absence to be excused. Such documentation may include, but is not limited to, written statements from a physician, dentist, or licensed mental health provider; a social services agency if the student was receiving consultation or services; or a college or university admissions office if a student was absent for a college visit.