Attendance
Attendance
It is important that a student be present each day that school is in session.
The State of New Jersey has changed pupil attendance requirements. Student attendance is a critical factor in the success of our students. Research shows a direct correlation between student attendance and academic success in general. The only allowable absences recognized by the State are for religious observance or for college visits (limited to a maximum of 3 days per year for pupils in grades 11 & 12 only). All absences for all reasons are recorded and charged toward a pupil’s attendance record.
PARENTS OR GUARDIANS MUST NOTIFY THE SCHOOL OFFICE IF THEIR CHILD WILL BE ABSENT.
A student who has been absent is required, upon his/her return to school, to bring a note signed by the parent or guardian. Parents are asked not to request that their child be excused early except when an emergency makes early dismissal unavoidable. Such requests should be made by written note, giving the reason for the request. When excused early, please arrange for the student to be picked up at school, preferably in the school office.
Chronic Absenteeism
is defined by the State of New Jersey as students missing 10% or more of the school year for any reason. This takes into account excused as well as unexcused days missed during the 181-day school year.
Make-up Work
The material covered in each class session is an integral part of the course. Each student is required to complete make-up assignments for all absences. Assignments, class work, and tests are to be made-up by the student within a reasonable length of time. Arrangements to make up work must be initiated by the student and approved by the teacher. It is expected that each student will be present for each of the 181 days that school is in session. Removing students from school for vacations during school time is discouraged. Teachers are not required to provide work in advance. The regular time for make-up work is immediately following an absence.