School attendance is required by law for children ages 6 – 18. Your child must go to school on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Attendance is not required during teacher meetings, school vacations, and national holiday. Sometimes school is cancelled due to bad weather. Watch TV, listen to the radio, or call the school to check if the school is closed. The school may call you if school is closed.
- Absence: If your child can’t come to school due to illness, call the school. On Time It is important that you child arrive at school on time. Ask the school for start and end times. Some schools start and end at different times.
- On Time: It is important that you child arrive at school on time. Ask the school for start and end times. Some schools start and end at different times.
- School Events: Attend school meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and school events and performances. Parent-Teacher Conferences are important. Conferences are for parents to meet privately with teachers. Other events may include fun activities for parents and students.
Look for notes and information from your child’s teacher. Ask your child what is happening in school. Teachers and parents work together to be sure your child is learning! Call the teacher or school if you have questions or concerns.
