When a student is absent for the entire school day:

• In order to excuse all or any part of a day, parents need to call the school at (763) 569- 7611 or (763) 569-7612. If a parent or guardian is unable to phone the school on the day of the absence, a phone call or note will be required to excuse the absence. Students have 5 days to clear unexcused absences. After 5 days, any unexcused absences will remain unexcused.
• Eighteen-year-old students must follow the same attendance procedures listed here. If an adult student resides with his/her parents/guardians, the adult student may not assume the responsibilities of a parent/guardian.
• Students should check regularly with the attendance office to make sure absences have been cleared.

• absence that can be foreseen and are to do any work before leaving if requested by the teacher to do so. It will insure an ease of admittance (completion of makeup and accurate attendance records) upon return. Prearranged forms are available in the attendance office. Failure to prearrange and obtain prior approval shall constitute an unexcused absence.
• If students plan to be absent for more than five (5) consecutive days on a family trip, prior approval of an assistant principal is required. Vacation should be planned to coincide with scheduled school breaks.

• The student shall present a note, or a phone call from his/her parent or guardian must be received, asking that the student be excused and giving the reason (e.g. doctor's appointment, family illness, etc.). If a note is sent, the student is to present it before 7:30 AM on the day of the absence. Students with appointments (medical, dental, etc.) may be requested to bring verification of the appointment, upon return, to the attendance office. Failure to follow these procedures may result in an unexcused absence for the classes missed.
• If a student becomes ill or an emergency situation arises during the day, he/she must have the approval and "Leave School Permit" from the health service specialist or an administrator before leaving school. If a student does not return from lunch, he/she must bring a note from his/her parent or guardian and/or written medical verification of an appointment. Failure to follow these procedures may result in an unexcused absence.