Excused Absences

Excused Absences – Franklin High School

Excused Absences: Only absences due to student illness, appointments, religious holidays, or a death in the family are considered excused.

Reporting an Absence:

• Parents/guardians must notify the school within three (3) days via email, phone call, or a signed note.
• If submitting a note, include:
  • Date
  • Student’s full name & ID number
  • Reason & date(s) of absence
  • Parent/guardian signature & phone number

Important:

• Students 18 and older cannot excuse their own absences unless legally emancipated with court documentation.