CHRONIC ABSENTEEISM
As per New Jersey Register (N.J.A.C. 6A:32-8.6.c), students must not miss more than 10% of the school year (exceed 18 days absent). If a student exceeds 10% he/she is deemed as 'Chronically Absent.'
If a student exceeds 18 absences for the school year, the student will have course credit withdrawn. Once credit has been withdrawn, the student may appeal for credit reinstatement.
An appeals process can take place in which the student will be granted either probation or full credit reinstatement. At the time of the appeals meeting, review of supporting documentation of absences is reviewed.
A student MUST be in school for 4 hours for it to count as a school day and not an absence.
TRUANCY
Students who are truant (missing school without permission) are responsible for all work that is missed. Failure to be prepared for tests or assignments upon returning to class will result in a zero for incomplete work or tests.