Absences

Upon returning to school after an absence, children must bring a note from their parent or guardian to the Attendance Office.  An excused absence will permit the student to make up their school work. This note must include:

1. Student's name

2. Date of absence

3. Reason for absence

4. Signature of the parent or guardian

The Attendance Office will give the student a PINK SLIP (return from absence). This form needs to be signed by each teacher to clear the absence. Teachers assign make-up work at this time.  If the Attendance Office does not have a valid excuse within 5 days of the student's return, the absence is not cleared and work cannot be made up.

In the case of a lengthy absence, parents must contact the counselor to make arrangements for make-up work.

Tardiness

Students must be in their assigned seats when the period begins or they will be marked tardy. Tardiness can affect their citizenship grade.  Students with excessive tardiness will be referred to an administrator.  

OUSD Calling System

This computerized service calls home if a student misses two or more periods in one day. Parents select their PIN (Personal Identification Number) at registration in order to interact with this system. Parents can also call the service at 879-3210 and use the PIN to check on their child's attendance. If you do not have a PIN or need help, stop by the Attendance Office.  Instructions are also available in Cantonese, Vietnamese and Spanish.

Leaving School Early

If a student needs to leave school early for a medical appointment, etc., the child must bring a note from their parent and take it to the Attendance Office that same morning. This note must include:

1. The time the student will leave

2. A phone number where the parent can be contacted.

The Attendance Office will call the parent to verify the early departure. Students have been known to write notes for themselves or their friends and then leave school for the day!