Regular attendance is an important part of your child’s success at school. Every day of learning matters! Being in school consistently gives students the opportunity to participate in classroom lessons, build relationships, practice communication and critical-thinking skills, and stay on track academically.
We understand that there are times when a child needs to be absent. We encourage families to monitor attendance and be mindful of how missed school days may impact learning. Research shows that missing more than 10% of the school year (approximately 18 days) can have a lasting impact on a student’s academic progress.
📝 A Few Important Attendance Reminders
All absences are recorded. Whether an absence is excused or unexcused, if your child is not in school, the absence will be reflected in their attendance record. Attendance is a legal record of whether or not your child is present in our care.
When your child is absent, please communicate the reason for the absence. This information helps us understand your child’s attendance history and determine whether additional support may be needed.
📞 How to Report an Absence
If your child will be absent, please notify the school and provide:
- Your child’s name
- Teacher’s name
- Reason for the absence
You may report an absence in any of these ways:
The school will make a reasonable attempt to contact a parent/guardian regarding all student absences, including one-day absences. If you have already notified the school, an additional call is not necessary.
⏰ Late Arrivals & Early Dismissals
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Arriving after 8:45 a.m.: Students must report to the Main Office upon arrival.
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Early dismissal: A parent/guardian must come to the Main Office to sign the student out.
💙 Working Together
Our goal is to partner with families to support consistent attendance and student success. If your child begins to experience frequent absences, tardiness, or early departures, the school may reach out to discuss attendance and determine whether additional support is needed.
Thank you for helping us make every school day count! Your partnership makes a difference in your child’s learning and success at ACS.
