The administration and faculty at AHS support a strong work ethic as a means to academic success. It is the policy of AHS to withhold credit from students who accrue 13 or more unexcused absences during a semester.
Consistent attendance provides an increased opportunity for academic success for all students.
Procedure for excusing a student's absence are described in the Student Handbook. A Seal of Excellence will be affixed to the diploma of a graduating senior for each subject area in which the student meets the criteria Students may apply at any time for the Seal of Excellence Program. However, it is recommended that students apply during their freshman year so that all requirements may be met by the end of their senior year. Students should contact the department chair of the area for more information. Concurrent enrollment between AHS and Pima Community College and the University of Arizona is available to AHS students.