Late to Class When late to class, but not late for school, the students will be dealt with by the classroom teacher. The medical room at the school is located in the office. Students are expected to sign in and out of the medical room. Students who are seriously ill will have their parents contacted for transportation home. Staff believes, to be successful at Kwalkium Secondary School, students need to attend all classes and school based activities.
Unexcused absences interfere with learning and indicate a lack of commitment to a full time program.
The Automatic Dialer makes daily calls for unexcused absences. The subject teacher will contact the home after the student has 3-4 unexcused absences in their course. A copy of this letter will be given to a school counselor who will make personal contact with the student. After 10 unexcused absences senior students will not be admitted to class and will be referred to an administrator. Students who are not willing to withdraw will initially receive a 3 - 5 day suspension.