Attendance

If your student is absent, submit documentation using one of the following:

• Written, signed note to the campus office
• Email to the campus office (see contact information above)
• Response through ParentSquare attendance notification

Important: Teachers cannot accept absence notes or messages through classroom communication apps.

Documentation is required for any absence (full or partial day):

• A parent/guardian must provide a signed explanation upon the student’s return
• Student-signed notes are only accepted if the student is 18 or older or legally emancipated
• The campus determines whether the absence is excused or unexcused

Note: Providing a note does not guarantee the absence will be excused under state law. 

Parents/guardians will be notified regarding unexcused absences:

• After 5 unexcused absences, a notification letter will be sent
• State law requires additional notices for every third absence (3rd, 6th, 9th, etc.)

These notices support the district’s truancy prevention efforts and student success. 

Students requesting a driver’s license must:

• Submit a Verification of Enrollment and Attendance (VOE) form
• Turn in the form at least 10 days prior to when it is needed
• Meet attendance and class credit requirements

The VOE form is available through the Texas Department of Public Safety.