School Attendance Policies and Procedures

Dr. Jenkins introduces the importance of attendance for academic, social, and emotional success. The video outlines school policies on absences and tardiness, emphasizing the need for punctuality. Procedures for reporting absences, handling tardiness, early dismissals, and vacations are detailed. Students are encouraged to be present and on time every day, with resources available for further information.

Why is attendance considered crucial for students?

• It is required by law.

• It impacts academic, social, and emotional success.

• It helps in making new friends.

• It is a way to avoid detention.

What time should students who start with period 1 be in school?

• 9:00 AM

• 8:30 AM

• 8:00 AM

• 7:21 AM

What happens if a student accumulates six tardies?

• They receive a warning.

• They are expelled.

• They are given a detention.

• They are suspended.

Who should be notified if a student is absent?

• The school nurse

• The principal

• The attendance secretary

• The class teacher

How many days do students have to submit an excused absence note?

• One day

• Two days

• Three days

• Four days

What is required after 15 days of excused or unexcused absences?

• A detention

• A letter from parents

• A doctor's note

• A meeting with the principal

What should a student do if they arrive after 8:07 AM?

• Go directly to class

• Swipe ID at the kiosk and sign in at the home office

• Wait in the lobby

• Call their parents

What must a parent or guardian do for early dismissal?

• Inform the class teacher

• Write a note

• Notify through Infinite Campus or call the attendance secretary

• Send an email

How many days in advance should a vacation notice be given?

• Three weeks

• Four weeks

• Two weeks

• One week

What is the maximum number of days a student can be on a family trip?

• 3 days

• 5 days

• 10 days

• 7 days