AFTER THE ABSENCE or

PARTIAL ABSENCE

REPORT AN ABSENCE @ GWHS

FULL DAY ABSENCE

Future or on the day of the absence

PERMIT TO LEAVE

(ex: dentist appt.)

Student brings

a note to Room 117 (Counseling Office)

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Report through ParentVue ONLY

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Report Student Absences

The parent/caregiver is responsible for ensuring their child gets to school daily.

If a student will remain at home, the parent/ guardian/caregiver must communicate with the school in one of the following ways before or on the day of the absence:

• Submit an absence notification via ParentVue (Instructions)*
• Bring a written note (to Room 117)

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(*After an absence you will not be able to report an absence through ParentVue. Please send a note with your student.)

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In all communications with the school regarding a student's absence please provide the following:

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• Your name and identify yourself as the parent/guardian/caregiver of the student
• Student’s name
• Date(s) of the absence(s)
• Reason for the absence
• Signature of a parent/caregiver and current date (if a written note)

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We encourage parents/guardians/caregivers to review their student's attendance record regularly and communicate any discrepancies to the school.

Students and Families can learn more about SFUSD Attendance policies in the Student and Family Handbook.

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Student and Family Services 1/2024

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Doctor’s Notes

Families DO NOT need to submit doctor’s notes for illness to receive an excused absence.

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The student will receive an unexcused absence if the parent/caregiver does not submit communication for a valid excused absence.

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A parent/guardian/caregiver of the student can submit a request for excused absence anytime during the school year.

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SFUSD Board Policy 5113

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