This form must be completed and submitted to the principal prior to the absence in order
for the absences to be considered as valid/lawful. No student will be excused for more
than the
five (5) school days per school year.
When it is demonstrated that the purpose of the absence is to take advantage of a
valid educational opportunity, such as travel, the absence(s) may be considered
valid/lawful.
Approval for such an absence(s), however, must be granted prior to
the absence(s). One form must be completed per student, per trip.
(School Attendance & Student Accounting Manual, Public Schools of North Carolina, 2009-2010, Chapter 2,
Section IV-D)