The Law

Once enrolled in a public school, a child 5 years old to 18 years old (unless already graduated from high school) must attend school every day, every class, on time, unless lawfully excused.

Lawfully Excused Absences

• Sickness - too sick to be in school
• Medical Appointments
• Religious Holidays
• Extreme Family Emergencies - house fire, death, etc.

Examples of UNEXCUSED Absences

• Overslept
• Missed school bus
• Suspended from school bus
• Staying home to babysit
• Weather too hot/cold
• Family vacation

Parent/Guardian MUST communicate with the school office every time a child is absent. Please note that not all absences will be excused.

Please call the school at (651) 744-2567 or send a note to our School Cler, Ana Chea, stating the reason for the absence.  

All unknown absences are automatically marked as UNEXCUSED.