Purpose:
Regular attendance and punctuality are essential for academic success and personal growth. This policy aims to encourage students to develop good habits and a sense of responsibility regarding attendance.

Definitions:
- Absent: Not present in school or class for any reason.
- Tardy: Late to school or class.
- Excused Absence: Absence approved by the school due to illness, family emergency, or other valid reasons.
- Unexcused Absence: Absence without a valid reason or approval.

Policy:
1. Regular Attendance: Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes and school events.
2. Excused Absences: Parents/guardians must notify the school within 24 hours of an absence, providing a valid reason.
3. Unexcused Absences: Result in detention, parent contact, and potential disciplinary action.
4. Tardiness: Students arriving late must report to the attendance office for a pass.
5. Truancy: Excessive unexcused absences (3+ days) may lead to truancy proceedings.
6. Make-up Work: Students have one day for each absent day to complete missed work.
7. Attendance Incentives: Perfect attendance recognition and rewards.
8. Parental Involvement: Parents/guardians are expected to monitor attendance and communicate with the school.

Consequences:
- 1st unexcused absence: Warning and parent contact
- 2nd unexcused absence: Detention and parent contact
- 3rd unexcused absence: Parent meeting and potential disciplinary action
- Excessive absences (5+ days): Administrative intervention and potential truancy proceedings

Appeals:
- Parents/guardians may appeal attendance decisions to the school administration.

Amendments:
- This policy may be revised as needed, with notice to parents/guardians and students.

Acknowledgement:
- Students and parents/guardians must sign and return an acknowledgement form indicating understanding of this policy.