Attendance Procedures
Attendance
There is a direct relationship between attendance and academic success in school. Students absent from class are missing out on key learning opportunities and chances to work cooperatively with peers and teachers. Therefore, every attempt should be made by students and their families to minimize the amount of time absent from school.
When a student is absent from class for any reason, they should communicate directly with their teacher. It is expected that the student attend Tutorial time (starting at 8:28am daily) to work with their teachers at the first opportunity when returning from an absence.
Students absent from class are missing key learning opportunities and chances to work cooperatively with peers and teachers. Therefore, every attempt should be made by students and their families to minimize the amount of time absent from school and from their learning. No matter the reason for missing school, students are responsible for obtaining and completing class assignments to meet the learning outcomes for their courses.
Please take a look at the Attendance Matters flyer below, and feel free to contact the grade counsellor if you have any questions.
Windsor Attendance Procedures for Parents
It is the responsibility of students, with the support of their parents, to attend and be on time for all their classes.
TO REPORT AN ABSENCE:
Email: windsor@sd44.ca
*Please remember to include the words absence or attendance in the subject line.
*You may report an absence on same the day up until 3:00 pm to avoid a phone call, or days in advance.
*Explaining an absence does not excuse missed learning or assessments - students must communicate with their teachers when absent
Please indicate:
- Student First & Last Name
- Grade
- Date of absence (whole day/portion of the day)
- Explanation for absence ( “ill”, “appointment”, “vacation”). It is critical that student absence explanations are specific to ensure accurate reporting to the School District and Public Health Unit.
- Your name & relationship with the student (only messages from parents and legal guardians are accepted)
LEAVING SCHOOL WHEN CLASSES HAVE BEGUN:
If a student is leaving the school for any reason, parental permission is required and students must sign in and/or out at the office that day.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU RECEIVE A PHONE CALL:
To see details, including the class and period of absence, please log in to the Parent Portal. On the left you will find the 'Recent Activity' box. Uncheck the 'Grades' button and you will see the attendance listed for your child.
If your child says they were in class, they must speak with the teacher who marked them away. Please note: only that teacher can verify and change the attendance if they were in class.
Thank you for your cooperation!