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Attendance

Attendance Matters...Every School Day at LBMS Counts!


District's Attendance Policy

Attendance in school is a major contributor to student academic achievement. Promptness and regular attendance are prerequisites for success in school and in adult pursuits. In order to benefit from classroom instruction and master the required materials and concepts, students must be on time for class, must attend all classes when in school and must do everything possible to prevent absence from school.

When a student is absent from school, a PARENT/GUARDIAN is required to notify the school office before the start of the school day.

Absence Note Procedures: When a student is absent, it is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to contact the school via phone call, written note or email. A note, which is written and signed by the parent/guardian, should be brought to the school attendance/nurse’s office on the first day of his/her return to school. Notes must contain the following information: · Student’s full name · Date(s) of absence · Reason for absence · A home/business/cell phone number where the parents can be contacted that day If a parent does not contact the school or provide a note within five school days, the absence will be treated as an unexcused absence from each class.

Parents Taking Action on Attendance

What is Chronic Absence?
Chronic Absence is missing 10% or more of the school year for ANY REASON- this includes excused and unexcused absences. 

How LBMS Parents Can Make a Difference at Home

  • Set a regular bedtime and morning routine
  • Lay out clothes and pack backpacks the night before.
  • Find out what day school starts and make sure your child has the required vaccinations. 
  • Do not let your child stay home unless he/she is truly sick. Keep in mind complaints of a stomach ache or headache can be a sign of anxiety and not a reason to stay home. 
  • If your child seems anxious about going to school, talk to your child’s school counselor and teachers for advice on how to make your child feel comfortable and excited about learning. 
  • Develop some backup plans for getting to school if something comes up. Call on a family member, a neighbor or another parent. 
  • Avoid medical appointments and extended trips when school is in session.