What Should I Do if My Child is Absent?
Communication with the school each time your child is absent is essential. If an absence is not reported and documented appropriately, it may be recorded as unexcused, which can impact grades and lead to truancy.
To report an absence, please visit the Parent Portal
Absence Limits & Notes
Parent Notes: Up to 5 parent-note absences allowed per school year for any reason.
Healthcare Notes: Absences verified by a provider's note and submitted within 3 school days are excused and do not count toward parent-note or pre-planned limits
Partial Days: If a student attends part of the day but misses time for a medical appointment, proper notes prevent it from counting as an official absence (this does not negate the attendance policy per class period to obtain credit!)
Attendance for Credit & Texas Law Requirements
90% Rule for Credit: Under Texas law, students must attend class at least 90% of the time offered. Falling below this threshold - regardless of reason - results in loss of course credit.
Truancy Warning: More than three (3) unexcused absences in a 4-week period or 10 in a 6-month period (including late arrivals and early pick-ups) may result in court referral or legal charges filed against parents. For details on legally excused events (religious holidays, driver's license, college visits) consult the student handbook
Have Questions?
If you need help reporting an absence, have questions related to the attendance policy, or have concerns related to your child's attendance, please contact our campus attendance clerk at 817-815-8000