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Attendance Procedures

When should my child arrive at school?

  • Students should arrive at school between 7:20 am and 7:45 am. Breakfast is offered at this time for all students, free of charge.
  • There is no supervision prior to 7:20 am.
  • Students should be in their seats, ready to learn at 7:50 am. Students not in their seats at 7:50 am are considered tardy.
 
What do I do if my child will be absent from school?
  • When your child is absent, please call the school by 9:00 A.M. at 714-986-7130 and press 3 to access the attendance line or complete the online Google Form found on the Fairmont website.
  • The following reasons are valid and excused: ● Illness ● Medical, dental, optometric or chiropractic services ● Funeral services of immediate family ● Observance of religious holiday ● Personal reasons approved by the principal.
  • The following are NOT excusable absences: ● Missing a ride to school, oversleeping ● Trips or vacations ● Recreational activities ● Birthday or other celebrations

When should I keep my child home?

Please keep your child home:

  • If the child has a temperature of 100.4 degrees or more in the last 24 hours;
  • If the child has vomited or had diarrhea two or more times in the last 24 hours;
  • If the child has thick, green nasal drainage;
  • If the child has red eyes with significant yellow/mucus drainage;
  • If the child has a skin rash and/or open would with active drainage.
  • Please make arrangements for your child to stay home if he/she is sick.
 
What if I need to pick my child up early?
  • If it is necessary for your child to be released before the end of the school day, please send a note to the teacher. Students must be signed out from the office by an adult who is listed as an emergency contact in the Aeries Parent Portal and has proper identification.

What do I need to do for an extended absence?

(Independent Study Contract)

  • PYLUSD Board Policy provides for educational opportunities to students while on extended absence due to a family emergency, educational travel, and/or vacation. If your child will be absent for an extended period (minimum of 3 consecutive school days), please contact the front office at least two weeks in advance of the absence so that an Independent Study Contract can be developed for your child.