Students must be in
class at least 45 min to be counted present.
Also see the Tardy Policy
The halfway point of each period on a regular school day is:
1st Period 8:30,
2nd Period 10:05,
3rd Period depends on student lunch period (Call for help),
4th Period 2:00
Leaving School Early
Students leaving school before the last dismissal bell must bring a note from a parent/guardian stating the reason for early dismissal.
The note should be presented to the attendance office coordinator before 7:40 a.m.
No student may leave campus without permission from the attendance office coordinator.
Sign-out is required for all early dismissals from school, including pre-arranged departures.
Medical Appointments
It is suggested that students schedule medical appointments after the regular school day whenever possible.
Students will be given a lawful early dismissal for a medical appointment only if a doctor’s note is presented to the attendance office coordinator.
Verification of the need for early dismissal should be given before 7:40 a.m.
Court
Students required to appear in court will be released if the citation or some other form of proof is presented to the attendance office coordinator.
A note from the clerk of court will be considered an adequate excuse.
Verification of the need for early dismissal should be given before 7:40 a.m.
Illness or Injury
Students who become ill at school must report to their classroom teacher or to the main office.
Students are not allowed to remain out of class without permission from a teacher and/or administrator.
The attendance office coordinator or an administrator will call the student’s parent/guardian.
A parent/guardian must be reached and must give permission before a student is allowed to leave campus. This rule applies to all students, regardless of their age.
Students who leave without proper permission and clearance, regardless of the reason, will be considered truant.
All injuries should be reported to a teacher.