School Attendance and Student Success Quiz

What is required for a student to be marked "present" according to BPS Attendance Policy?

• Attending school for the entire day

• Attending school for at least a half-day

• Attending school for one hour

• Attending school for the first period only

What can schools no longer convert tardies to?

• Early dismissals

• Absences

• Excused absences

• Detentions

When should early dismissal occur?

• Anytime the student wants

• Only in the event of an emergency

• When the student feels tired

• When the student has a doctor's appointment

What is the impact of all missed instructional time?

• It has no impact on student outcomes

• It positively impacts student outcomes

• It negatively impacts student outcomes

• It has a neutral impact on student outcomes

Which of the following is an example of an unexcused absence?

• Medical tests during the school day

• Religious holidays

• Cutting class

• Visits to special education schools

Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for an excused absence?

• Death in the immediate family

• Medical or psychological tests during the school day

• Trip to the homeland extended beyond school vacation

• Religious holidays

What must students who arrive after the beginning of the school day follow to be considered present for the day?

• Established tardy procedures

• Dress code

• Homework submission

• Lunch schedule

Who coordinates with school-based staff to investigate attendance problems?

• School principal

• Teachers

• BPS Supervisors of Attendance

• School nurse

Where do the BPS Supervisors of Attendance primarily work?

• Inside the school environment

• In the community

• In the school library

• In the school gym

What is the main focus of the BPS Supervisors of Attendance?

• To teach new subjects

• To investigate attendance problems

• To organize school trips

• To manage school finances