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Partnering for Attendance Success
Dear Parents and Guardians,
In classical education, we talk a lot about building habits of excellence. One of the most foundational habits for your child's academic success is consistent attendance.
Because our high school operates on a block schedule, our 90-minute classes offer incredible depth, allowing students the time they need to truly comprehend and master the material. However, this means time away from class carries more weight. Because of our schedule, missing just one 90-minute period counts as a full day of absence for that course.
To help us partner together in keeping your student on track, please keep these essential guidelines on your radar:
The 20-Absence Rule: If a student accumulates 20 or more absences in a single course, they are at risk of loosing course credits from that class due to missed instructional time.
The Warning Letters: The school will automatically mail out official attendance alerts at 3, 6, and 10 days of cumulative absences.
The 10-Day Conference: Once a student reaches 10 absences, a mandatory parent conference must be held so we can meet, look at the root causes, and build a support plan together.
The 5-Day Grace Period: When your child returns to school after being sick or away, they must turn in a formal note to excuse the absence within 5 school days.
The Note Cap: Please note that the school can accept a maximum of 10 parent or doctor notes total per semester to officially excuse absences.
We are here to support you. Life happens, and sometimes getting to school consistently can become a hurdle. You and your student do not have to handle it alone. If your family is facing challenges with attendance, please reach out to me directly or email me. Let’s collaborate on a plan and connect you with the right resources to ensure your child can show up strong.