The Board of Education adopted a
set of guidelines for student attendance. Within these
guidelines, absence for certain reasons constitutes a
waived or "excused" absence, meaning that no penalty is
attached.
Excused Absences
Illness verified in writing by a doctor.
Death in the family.
Participation in a school-sponsored activity such as a
field trip, contest, etc.
Observation of a religious holiday recognized by the NJ
Department of Education.
Absences for reasons other than the above are considered
as "unexcused." Both "excused" and "unexcused" absences
are recorded and if the number of unexcused absences
reaches more than 10% of the total number of school
days, it may be considered as grounds for retention.
Students are required to make up work missed as a result
of any absence within a reasonable time of their return
to school.
Parents are requested to notify the school office if
their child will be absent. Calls should be made between
8:00 and 8:20 a.m.
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