The compulsory education law of New York requires the attendance of every student between the ages of 6 and 16. The only legal reasons for absence are illness or death in the family, doctor’s quarantine, court appearance, impassable roads, and attendance at religious services.
Steps to follow when absent:
Have a parent or guardian phone the school and inform the office of the absence before 9:00 a.m. on the day of absence (631) 348-5066 ext. 3019.
Have a parent or guardian write an excuse note giving the student’s name, date, days of absence and his/her signature.
Ask teachers for make-up assignments.
Assignments that are not made up will be reflected in the student’s grade.
If a student’s absence is due to travel or some other non-medically related reason, parents or guardians should notify the school prior to the absences. The student is responsible for make-up work.
Perfect attendance awards will be issued at year end.