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:

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.