Excused Absences/ Lateness

The following absences are considered excused with appropriate documentation: 

• Medical/Dental note – signed, with date and reason

• Family death – verified

• College visitation (3 max) – verified

• Written parent permission – one per semester & within 5 days of absence (may excuse consecutive days absence) 

• Religious Holiday, as per NJSA 18A, 36:14-16

• Driver’s license examination - verified

• Required court attendance - verified

• Suspension from school

• IEP requirement – in accordance with IDEA