Absence Policy

By law, students are expected to attend at least 90% of each class session, within each block, in order to receive course credit. Students that are absent are expected to make up the coursework during the same week they were absent.  This ensures that the student's grade will not be affected due to late work.  Additionally, if a student accrues more than five absences (six or more), he or she will not receive credit for the course and may be withdrawn from the school.  If a student is withdrawn from the school, he or she may re-enroll the following block if space permits, and then continue his or her education. 
If a student misses more than two days of classes during a block, he or she will be referred to administration and be placed on a contract, which may include mandatory detention (or study hall). If a student fails to put forth the effort after meeting with the administration, the contract will be deemed void. 

Attendance Policy Appeal Procedure

If an extended absence should occur due to illness, a medical emergency, death of a family member, or an extenuating circumstance (such as a fire), which would cause a student to miss a substantial amount of class time, then a meeting must be held with the student, parent/guardian and an administrator in order to outline a detailed plan for earning credit for the classes enrolled.  The student must have a history of good attendance and grades.  It must be understood that earning credit for ALL classes may not be an option.
The parent/guardian  must:
1. Contact the school during the extended absence so that communication can be established with an administrator.
2. Obtain an Attendance Policy Appeal Form from the front office (all criteria must be met in order to turn in the appeal form for consideration).
3. Obtain all the appropriate documentation required for the appeal process
4. Arrange a meeting with the administration to discuss the necessary requirements for the appeal to occur.  This must be done in a timely manner and before the Attendance Policy Appeal due dates (as indicated on the School Calendar).