Reporting Absences
Attendance Policy and Guidelines
In Fountain Valley School District, student success starts with consistent attendance. To help your child excel at school, ensure they attend at least 96% of the school year—that’s a maximum of 8 absences during a 180-day school year. Missing just one day per month can put your child at a disadvantage compared to peers who are consistently present.
Reporting an Absence
If your child will be absent, notify the school promptly using one of the following methods:
- Email: [email protected]
(This can be done 24 hours a day.) - Call the Office: (714) 378-4230
Office hours begin at 7:30 A.M.
Be sure to include the following information when reporting an absence:
- Child’s Name
- Teacher’s Name
- Date of Absence
- Reason for Absence
- Name of Person Providing Information and Relationship to the Child
Important Notes
- Absences must be reported within two days of a child's absence.
- Absences without a parent notification or written excuse are recorded as unexcused.
- To have absences for religious holidays excused, they must be reported before the date of the absence.
- If you want homework, please email the teacher directly. Refer to the Staff Directory for teacher emails.