Furthermore, this rule takes effect from the time a determination of guilt is made by the Administration and applied to any student who is currently signed up for a sport or activity or who intends to sign up within sixty school days. THE BOAT Regular attendance at school is required by state law. We also require that students bring a note to their homeroom teacher on the day following their absence. Class participation is included as part of our grading criteria. Excessive absenteeism can have an adverse effect upon academic performance.
Truancy is a violation of New York State rules and regulations regarding school attendance.
Students who are truant will be placed on an in-school suspension immediately. When students arrive late to school, they should report directly to the main office to check in. A note explaining the lateness is required. The nurse will contact parents if their child should be taken home or to a Doctor. Students may not bring any medicine to school, including tylenol or aspirin.