Mary M. Bethune Attendance Policy:
Students are required to attend school by law. Regular attendance is vital for student success. Parents are requested to call school (231-0100) in the morning if their child will be absent. Upon return of the child to school, a note must be sent explaining the reason for absence. STATE LAW REQUIRES A NOTE. The note must have the student’s name, date, reason for absence and the signature of the parent or guardian. Absences may be excused for:
- Illness
- Doctor Appointments
- Religious Holiday
- Death in the Family
- Unusual Circumstances (must be explained in writing and approved by the Principal or Assistant Principal)
Incentives:
- Monthly rewards to Scholars who have perfect attendance
- Quarter, Semester and End of the Year rewards to Scholars with perfect attendance
- Bi-Weekly “No Tardy Party” rewards to Scholars who have not been tardy or have left school early in a 2 week time frame