ABSENCES AND TARDINESS

If a child is going to be absent, please notify the school office (570) 421-3651 between 7:45 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. When your child returns to school, he or she must bring a written excuse stating the reason for the absence. For an extended period of absence due to illness, a homebound tutor is available. Parents should apply for this service through their school district.

When it is necessary for a student to be absent for an extended period of time, due to travel, Notre Dame Elementary School will not assume responsibility for the academic progress of the student. Extended trips are not included under the heading of excused absences, even though prior arrangements have been made.

If a student is late for school, he/she must report to the school office and obtain an "Admit To Class" slip. A parent/guardian must either "sign in" a tardy student in the office, call to notify of an anticipated tardy or send a signed note with the student for a tardy to be considered excused. Students are not permitted to sign themselves in or out. Parents or guardians must sign the student in or out.