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Attendance Resources and Truancy

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There are only 178 days to the school year.

If a child misses 20 days a year from Kindergarten to 8th grade they have missed a year of schooling!

What Parents/Guardians Need to Know

What does the parent need to know?

  • Always contact your school when your child is absent. Refer to the Student Handbook for the district attendance policy. Know what time school starts.
  • Proper medical documentation should be submitted for your child's record if they have an illness.
  • Support education by monitoring and discouraging excessive absences.
  • Update your child's teacher of changes that may be impacting attendance.

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Consequences of Truancy and Educational Neglect

  • Filing of education neglect referrals to the Department of Children and Family Services

  • Truancy filings with Juvenile Court, which will involve the family with Pro Kids.

  • Impact on Work Permits and Drivers Licenses: Students who are of age to obtain a work permit or a driver license can have their work permit revoked or a suspension placed on their driver's license if they fail to meet school requirements on attendance. 

     

PCSD Board Policy on Attendance