One criteria of a student’s success in school is regular and punctual attendance. Frequent absences may lead to poor academic work, lack of social development and possible academic failure. Regular attendance is of utmost importance for school interest, social adjustment and scholastic achievement. No single factor may interfere with a student’s progress more quickly than frequent tardiness or absence. According to state law, it is the obligation of every parent/guardian to ensure that every child under their care and supervision receives adequate education and training and, if of compulsory attendance age, attends school. Continuity in the learning process and social …
Read Full Policy- Last Reviewed/Revised: June 2012
- Last Adopted: October 10, 1984
Cross References:
- IC/ICA, School Year/School Calendar/Instruction Time
- JEA, Compulsory Attendance Ages
- JF-R, Admission and Denial of Admission (Procedures for Students in Out-of-Home Placements)
- JFC, Student Withdrawal from School/Dropouts
- JHB, Truancy
- JK, Student Discipline
- JKD/JKE, Suspension/Expulsion of Students
- JLIB, Student Dismissal Precautions