Dear Families,
Every year often brings different colds and illnesses. Francestown Elementary School believes regular attendance is crucial for your child's academic progress and overall development. Consistent attendance ensures that students remain engaged in classroom activities, keep up with the curriculum, and foster positive relationships with peers and teachers. Every day missed or shortened represents a lost opportunity for learning and growth. Please reference the ConVal School District Policy JH-R.
While we understand that occasional absences due to illness or unavoidable circumstances are inevitable, we urge you to consider the impact of extended family vacations on your child's attendance. Extended absences disrupt the continuity of learning and may put your child at a disadvantage in terms of academic achievement and social integration. When a child is tardy or dismissed early they miss the opportunity to build relationships with teachers and peers and important educational experiences. There is no replacement for the learning that takes place daily in the classroom.
Please note per policy JH-R:
15 cumulative days of excused absences – The principal/building administrator schedules a meeting with the parent/guardian.
25 cumulative days of excused absences – The principal/building administrator sends a letter to the parent/guardian inviting them to a meeting. The Director of Student Services is invited to this meeting. During the meeting, the plan is reviewed and next steps are determined.
If any underlying issues or concerns contribute to your child's attendance, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to support you and your child in any way we can to ensure their success in school.
Warmly,
Rachel Lunan-Hill
Principal, Francestown Elementary School
