Documentation of Absences

SS 1.1

A school must maintain written documentation for all absences.

Purpose:

• To ensure proper maintenance of the student’s permanent record.

Commentary/Procedural Points:

• Schools are to document attendance each day in PowerSchool using the correct codes.

• The decision for a student to be absent from the school is the responsibility of the parent.

• Parents are pre-advised of the consequences of unscheduled absences.

• The school’s policy regarding assignments and make-up work is communicated to parents on an annual basis.

• The school’s policy regarding the impact of absences(s) on receiving awards or other honors is communicated on an annual basis.

• School requires and maintains written absentee notes from parents or guardians for the duration of the school year.

References:

• Parent/Student Handbook 

• PowerSchool Codes 

May 2025