Attendance FAQs
FAQS FOR FAMILIES
FAQS FOR FAMILIES![]()
FAQS FOR FAMILIES
Students have a better chance at success when they show up to school - on time, every day. Here are some common questions and answers about absenteeism, what you can do about it and links to more resources:
What is Chronic Absenteeism?
A "chronic absentee" has been defined in EC Section 60901(c)(1) as "a pupil who is absent on 10 percent or more of the school days in the school year when the total number of days a pupil is absent is divided by the total number of days the pupil is enrolled and school was actually taught in ...
Why Excessive Excused Letters?
Most families don’t have any or have limited interaction with schools until something is wrong. In order to increase awareness and communication with families. Salinas Union High School District will notify parents and guardians how many excused days of school the student has accrued. In addition students may have barriers that are unknown- resources may be needed. We are here to see your student succeed.
What is the Excessive Excused Absence Letter Process?
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First Excessive Excused Absence Notification (EEA1)
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At 5+ excused days
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Second Excessive Excused Absence Notification (EEA2)
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At 10+ excused days
Why Address Excused Absences?
Every day matters! This is an opportunity to ensure every parent is aware of district policies.
How Will Excused Absences Affect My Student ?
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Any absence, excused or unexcused, means missed learning time that can negatively affect your child’s academic success.
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Board Policy requires that a student maintain at least 85% attendance for the days enrolled in order to graduate and receive a diploma.
Excessive Excused Absence Notifications are not “Turancy Notifications” but rather a tool to increase awareness and communication with families in the district.
Where can I find more information on school attendance issues?
You can contact your school's attendance team. You can also visit www.attendanceworks.org.
