Mrs. Ridder Message

Tardies: Change in Expectations

We need your partnership in helping ensure that students are present and ready to learn when the school day begins. Recently, we have noticed an increase in first-period tardies each day. In many cases, students are already on campus but choose to arrive late to class because they know it has not been counted toward attendance. This impacts not only their own learning but also the flow of the classroom for everyone.

Beginning Monday, September 22nd, we will start counting first-period of the day tardies as part of our attendance records. Our goal is to emphasize the importance of starting the day on time and building good habits and not to penalize.

We understand that on some mornings, circumstances arise that make arriving late unavoidable. If your child will be tardy due to a sincere reason, please just let us know—we will work with you.

Thank you for supporting us in reinforcing the value of punctuality and responsibility. Together, we can help students start each day ready to succeed.

Have a wonderful weekend!

In partnership,

Maura Ridder

Middle School Principal

STEM School Highlands Ranch