Attendance Policy

Being on the job in the classroom and participating in the experiences that take place are vital parts of the educational process. Regular and punctual attendance is required of all students. The Scott County Central High School policy states that students shall not miss more than 12 absences (excused or unexcused) each school year. Subsequent absences will result in students being given partial credit for assignments missed or assigned during their absence. Graduating seniors will NOT be allowed to participate in graduation ceremonies if they have violated the attendance policy. Additionally, no student will be allowed to participate in extracurricular activities if he/she has violated the attendance policy. Included in that, students must attend summer school, if offered. Students may appeal violation of the policy to the principal.

Absences

PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE EACH DAY YOUR CHILD IS NOT IN ATTENDANCE.

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a. Each student is allowed a total of 12 absences per school year–6 absences per semester. Parents are expected to call each day their child is absent. Extenuating circumstances will be taken into consideration by the building administrator.

b. Third party documentation is not required, but recommended (Doctor, Funeral, Dentist, etc.) for completing missed assignments.

c. Once students return to school, they will have two school days to complete missed assignments. This will be at the discretion of the building administrator.

d. Parents should notify the office when a student is absent. However, building secretaries will contact parents by phone when students are not in attendance.

e. Letters will be sent to parents when students miss 4, 8 and 12 days of school.

f. Students may receive partial credit, up to 90%, for work completed or assigned on or after the 13th absence.

g. Once a student is absent 21 days, a report may be sent to the Division of Family Services.

h. Students who fail to meet the 90% attendance threshold may be required to attend summer school.

Five Consecutive Absences Without Notification

Five (5) consecutive absences without parent/guardian notification will result in the student being dropped from the school enrollment.

Exceptions

a. Absences resulting from long-term illness or other unusual circumstances will receive consideration for a modified application of this policy.

b. Students involved in recognized off-campus educational experiences will not be considered absent.

c. Students participating in homebound programs have a recognized change in educational placement and are not considered absent.