Checkout A student must be in attendance until 12:45 p . m . to be counted present . If a student is checked out early , a parent / guardian must show a picture ID to sign the student out before 4:00 p . m . Students will not be called out of class for checkout after 4:00 p . m .
If a student needs to leave school during the day prior to dismissal , the following procedures are required :
1 . Parents / guardians must send a note with the student ’ s first and last name , date and time of dismissal , parent signature and telephone number .
2 . Students will get a pass to go to the front office from their first period teacher . Students will be given an early dismissal pass after the note is verified by the attendance clerk . It is the student ’ s responsibility to report to the office at the appointed check out time . Students may not leave campus before school dismissal unless signed out by an authorized adult whose name appears on the registration form and shows identification .
ATTENDANCE POLICY
One of the most important steps a student can take to achieve academic success is also one of the most basic : attend school every day . Research shows that a student ’ s attendance record may be the biggest factor influencing his / her academic success .
Regular and prompt attendance are necessary for student academic success .
To prevent missed school days counted as an unexcused absence , the parent must do the following within three ( 3 ) days of the student returning to school :
• Each time the student misses school due to a doctor ’ s appointment , the school must receive a doctor ’ s excuse .
• Each time the student stays at home sick , the parent must submit a signed note explaining the reason the student stayed at home .
Cobb County School District attendance policy is as follows :
After 3 unexcused absences – Homeroom teachers contact parent / guardian to address the absences . After 5 unexcused absences – A letter is sent home to the parent / guardian addressing the student ’ s attendance . After 7 unexcused absences – The school social worker is consulted to determine if a referral is needed .
Bus Routes Bus stops and route information may be obtained from the Cobb County website or by calling Transportation at 678-594-8000 .
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