Attendance Policy

Philosophy

Regular school attendance is essential for student success. The Mayton Lyceum School District believes that consistent attendance directly correlates with academic achievement and the development of responsibility.

Compulsory Attendance

California Education Code requires all students between ages 6 and 18 to attend school regularly. Parents/guardians are responsible for ensuring their children attend school daily and arrive on time.

Excused Absences

The following reasons constitute excused absences:

• Personal illness or medical appointment
• Death of an immediate family member
• Religious holidays or ceremonies
• Court appearances
• Other reasons approved by the principal

Reporting Absences

Parents/guardians must notify the school by 9:00 AM on the day of absence. Upon return, students must provide written verification of the absence signed by parent/guardian.

Tardy Policy

Students arriving after the designated start time are considered tardy. Excessive tardiness may result in disciplinary action and loss of privileges.

Truancy

A student is considered truant after three unexcused absences or three tardies exceeding 30 minutes. Truancy may result in:

• Parent conference
• Referral to the School Attendance Review Board (SARB)
• Referral to the District Attorney's office

Contact Information

For questions regarding attendance, please contact your school's attendance office:

• Riverside Elementary: (707) 684-3200
• Central Junior High: (707) 684-3300
• Mayton High School: (707) 684-3400

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