Pupils are expected to be present in school every day of the school year. Regular attendance and punctuality are important to a student's success.

Attendance is taken during each class period for grades 7-12.

Legitimate reasons for absence include sickness, health treatments, death, religious observance and appearance in court.

A telephone call to the attendance office on the day of absence is required. A note of explanation is required for a student to be excused for an appointment.

Teachers are not required to prepare special lessons or materials for pupils who miss school for vacation trips.

The Board of Education has adopted a comprehensive student attendance policy spelling out attendance requirements and record-keeping, consequences for students who do not adhere to the requirements and procedures to be followed to attempt to help those who demonstrate attendance problems.

Copies of the attendance policy are available in the main office of each district school.